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Friend --
Democrats are pushing full speed ahead with impeachment. They're
worried about blowback, and they should be. Another victory with voter
ID despite a quiet week at the NCGA. Oh, and one more thing for those
of you who came down from the north: Wegmans
opens in Raleigh this weekend! While you're lining up at 6am to get
into a grocery store (if that's something you really want to do on a
Sunday), read up on what you missed this week.
WHAT HAPPENED
STORIES FROM THE NATION
Democrats are getting the impeachment ball rolling despite fearing
blowback from this issue, so make them feel the pain in November
2020. POLITICO
Democrats are also pushing for an investigation into the Ukraine
situation, but that comes with a double-edged sword. Read this piece
to find out why. The
Washington Post
This week saw lots of climate change protests across the country.
They push they same doomsday messages that were pushed by AOC and
other climate extremists (doesn't seem to be stopping the Obamas from
purchasing waterfront property). But what are these protests really
about? Washington
Examiner
Sen. Bernie Sanders - whose floundering campaign is already under
fire for his newest
anti-Semitic spokesperson - wants to create a wealth registry for
his extreme wealth tax. Good luck. National
Review
STORIES FROM
NC
Remember that story from a couple months ago about the Middle East
conference held as a joint event between Duke and UNC? It had some
serious anti-Semitic content and Rep. George Holding pushed for an
investigation. Let's check in on that. Washington
Examiner
NC's legislative Democrats held a master class regarding how NOT to
budget as evidenced by one of the largest budget deficits in the
nation during the recession. Take a deeper dive into how Republicans
have turned around and maintained a responsible budget that has
resulted in five straight surpluses. John
Locke Foundation
Several states have expanded Medicaid, including some
Republican-led ones that are now reaping the problems
of expanding the program. With the country spiraling further down
the rabbit hole that is our national debt, how long can the government
keep funding Medicaid expansion? Carolina
Journal
I mentioned this last week and I'll mention it again: go vote in
your local municipal elections, and this story about the
Democrat-controlled Charlotte City Council and their wasteful spending
of your dollars is why. Hold these people accountable. WBTV
TRACKING YOUR REPRESENTATIVES
CONGRESS
Marijuana legalization is a hot topic in politics, especially among
libertarian-leaning Republicans. The House did pass a bill allowing
pot businesses access to banking with bipartisan support, but
we'll see if it goes anywhere in the Senate. Speaking of banking, they
also passed a bill
to study blockchain technology and NC's own Rep. Patrick McHenry
spoke on the floor in support. Both the House and Senate passed
a bill to stop the President's emergency declaration in regards to
building the wall, but neither passed with enough votes to override a
veto.
The House passed the stopgap funding bill last week, and the Senate
passed it this week. As previously mentioned, that sets up a
showdown around Thanksgiving. The Senate confirmed the new Secretary
of the Army and the new Secretary
of Labor, Eugene Scalia (the son of the late Justice Antonin
Scalia). McConnell also filed
cloture motions for four more judicial nominees.
GENERAL
ASSEMBLY
Both chambers are out as they await the court's approval of the new
legislative maps, but they should be back in session next week.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Want to be a part of the massive grassroots army to help keep
NC red in 2020? Sign up for future Trump Victory program trainings
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Victory Leadership Initiative
Municipal Election Tools:
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Voting Sites - October Elections
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of Candidates - November Elections
The Clay County GOP is holding their fall picnic and rally on
on September 28th. Things get rolling at 2pm at the Clay County Rec
Park Pavilion at 47 Clay Recreation Park Road in Hayesville. Feel free
to bring a covered dish and come on out!
The 7th District Unity Reception is on October 5th on the USS North
Carolina! Come take a tour, grab some refreshments on the fantail, and
watch some fireworks. Details are here: 7th
District Unity Reception
Also on Saturday October 5th, please join the Currituck County GOP
for their 3rd annual Family Picnic! The picnic takes place at the
Waterside Villages Clubhouse in Grandy, NC. Event starts at 4:30pm and
features several speakers. RSVP to Carolyn
([email protected]) or Rene ([email protected]) by
October 2.
On Saturday October 12th, check out the Swain County GOP Low
Country Boil! Plenty of good speakers as well. Details here: Swain
GOP Low Country Boil
On October 25th, join the 13th District GOP for Dinner with
Ted Budd featuring guest speaker Rep. Mark Meadows! The dinner will be
held at the Trump National Golf Club in Mooresville, NC. Tickets are
here: Dinner
With Ted Budd
Enjoy the weekend!
Jeff Hauser
j_hauser9
http://www.nc.gop/
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