Stay Informed Tuesday, August 31, 2021 RPAZ ExComm Gets State of Party Report: Excellent On Saturday, August 28, we held an in-person Executive Committee meeting in Sedona. With many in attendance, the Executive Committee was briefed on our presence at the Republican National Committee's Summer Meeting, the excellent state of our current fundraising machine, the terrific impact our communications campaign is having, and our fruitful voter registration campaign. We also received many encouraging updates from county chairs and the current progress we are having in fielding Republican candidates in all of our state legislative districts. We got an update on the Independent Redistricting Commission (IRC) and how we vastly outperformed the Democrats in attending the first public meetings. In the coming weeks, the IRC will begin to release preliminary maps for congressional and legislative districts – we will need to redouble our efforts at that time to make sure our voices are heard during those meetings. Lastly, I join with most Americans in grieving for and with the families of our military personnel that lost their lives in Afghanistan. While I agree with the decision to bring our troops home, the way we exited is appalling. The incompetence of Joe Biden and his administration has led to the loss of American lives. We must demand accountability. Always America First! Dr. Kelli Ward Chairwoman Republican Party of Arizona Constitution Celebration 2021 to Draw Record Crowds More than a dozen federal and state officials will highlight the Constitution Celebration 2021 event in Queen Creek on Saturday, September 18. Presented by Arizona Freedom and the Maricopa County Republicans, the event is expected to draw record crowds. In addition to special guests Representatives Andy Biggs, Paul Gosar, Debbie Lesko and Davis Schweikert and State Senate Karen Fann, workshops will be presented by Republican Party of Arizona 1st Vice Chair Pam Kirby, Representative Jake Hoffman and Jeff Utsch. Several state and local candidates will also attend. Vendors, food trucks, children’s activities, a raffle plus a silent auction round out the event’s family activities. The event will be held at the Queen Creek Botanical Gardens, 25002 S. 206th Street in Queen Creek. Hours are from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM. GET TICKETS Source: Politico Botched Afghanistan Retreat Has Ratings Consequences for Biden Over the past weeks news coming out of Afghanistan has been heartbreaking and horrific. Americans have been stranded with no apparent plans to evacuate them. The Biden Administration’s failure to adequately plan for our withdrawal has left billions of dollars worth of advanced US military equipment – paid for by US taxpayer money -- to the Taliban. Thirteen members of our military were killed in the recent stages of our withdrawal. In addition, our military forces, combined with those of our allies, have sacrificed heavily over the 20-year duration of the war. To compound the shameful situation, President Biden has repeatedly refused to answer questions over his botched withdrawal. What effect has Biden’s blundering had on his presidency? A recently released USA Today/Suffolk poll places Biden’s approval rating at a low 41 percent while 26 percent of the sample showed support for his handling of the Afghanistan withdrawal debacle. A CBS poll shows that 74 percent of Americans believe Biden and his administration botched the Afghanistan withdrawal. Americans are less safe because of Biden’s policies and they are losing faith in his leadership as these poll results prove. Almost since the start of the administration, Joe Biden promised that US withdrawal would not be chaotic. Clearly he was wrong and now is urging the news media to positively report their handling of Afghanistan. The recent Taliban takeover of Afghanistan joins a series of other crises Biden has overseen since taking office in January including a porous Southern border, rapidly rising prices and increased street crime. Republican National Committee Names RPAZ 'Most Engaged State Party' The Republican Party of Arizona tops the Republican National Committee’s recently announced list of Most Engaged State Parties, leading New York, North Carolina, Alabama and California. Under the chairwomanship of Dr. Kelli Ward, the RPAZ has assembled a tier-one communications staff to advance the party’s goals. RPAZ has also set a new record in recruiting new precinct committeemen statewide and has shattered fundraising records across every platform. Grassroots party activists and the general public are being kept engaged, informed and activated through the execution of our communications strategies. RPAZ continues to train candidates for all levels including school boards. The Party also produces daily video updates with Chairwoman Ward and Executive Board members via social media. The Chairwoman also maintains a vigorous schedule of major media appearances. In addition the Party produces Frontline, the statewide newsletter and advances positions in the public square via social media, op-eds and more. Maricopa Swears in 50 New PC's Fifty new precinct committeemen were sworn in Maricopa County LD 15 on by Arizona Sen. Nancy Barto. The ceremony follows the reorganization of the LD after members of the board abruptly resigned in June. In May and June, Republicans in Maricopa added 388 new PC’setting a new record and substantially outdistancing Democrats who registered only 48 PC’s during the same two-month period. Joe Abrahamson, new LD 15 Chairman, also announced the launch of the LD’s new website: ld15gop.org. Dobson Ranch Republicans to Host U.S. Senate Candidate September 2 US Senate candidate General Mick McGuire will address Dobson Ranch Republican Club on Thursday, September 2 at the Native Grill & Wings Banquet Room in Mesa. Doors will open at 6:30 PM. Details available: EVENT INFO Gov. Candidate Lake to Speak at Lincoln Republican Women Dinner September 13  Gubernatorial candidate, Kimberly Yee, will address the Pima County Republican Women on Thursday, August 26 at 11:30 – 1:00 PM. Details are available from Julie at: 480-272-0511 Pinal Announces 4th Qtr. Monthly Meeting Speakers October 16  Six Arizona candidates will be speakers at the fourth quarter monthly meetings of the Pinal County Republican Committee. The meetings will held at the Florence Unified School Administration Building in Florence between 10:00 AM and noon. On Saturday, October 16 gubernatorial candidates Matt Salmon and Kimberly Yee will address the PCRC. Jim Lamon, candidate for US Senate and Secretary of State candidate Michelle Ugenti-Rita will present on Saturday, November 20. Gubernatorial candidate Kari Lake and US Senate candidate Mike McGuire will speak on Saturday, December 18 completing the season’s candidate speaker program. Immediately following the Committee meeting on October 16, Pam Kirby, 1st Vice Chair of the Republican Party of Arizona, will conduct a class for residents considering a run for school board seats. Attendees will learn what it takes to be successful in campaigning plus the basics of running an election campaign. Ms. Kirby has conducted the RPAZ-sponsored school board candidate coaching sessions around the state. Candidate Coaching Info: [email protected] Info: MEETING INFO Please submit information about events that your organization is hosting to Terry Babb at:  [email protected] Please include contact information in case we need additional information. Always America First! Candidate Forum at SaddleBrooke Ranch to Include Top Candidates September 30  More than 15 candidates for various federal and state offices will attend a Candidate Forum sponsored by the Republicans of SaddleBrooke Ranch in Oracle on Thursday, September 30, between 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM. More than 150 area residents are expected to attend the event to meet the candidates. To date, candidates who are expected to attend the Forum include:  Governor Steve Gaynor Karrin Taylor Robson Matt Salmon US Senate Jim Lamon Blake Masters Mick McGuire US House of Representatives Walt Blackman Eli Crane Secretary of State Shawnna Bolick Mark Finchem Michelle Ugenti-Rita Attorney General Lacy Cooper Andy Gould Tiffany Shedd State Treasurer David Livingston Corporate Commission Nick Myers Kim Owen Kevin Thompson More information available at: EVENT INFO Congressman Gosar to Attend Lake Havasu Event September 5  Arizona Congressman Paul Gosar will attend the Lake Havasu Boat Parade on Sunday, September 5 in Lake Havasu City. The event will be held at the Rotary Community Park, 1400 S. Smoketree Avenue in Lake Havasu City. Details available: EVENT INFO Rep. Lesko, Treasurer Yee Highlight Arrowhead Meet September 8  The Arrowhead Republican Women chapter of the Arizona Federation of Republican Women will host US Congresswoman Debbie Lesko and Arizona Treasurer Kimberly Yee at their monthly luncheon meeting on September 8. The event will be held at the Arrowhead Country Club, 19888 N. 73rd Avenue in Glendale. For reservations: EMAIL Trunk 'n' Tusk Plans September Meet September 29 The Republican Women of Black Canyon have set Wednesday, September 29 as the date for their Trunk ‘n’ Tusk monthly mixer. The event will be held at Chilleen’s on 17, 33150 S. Coldwater Road in Black Canyon City. Hours of the mixer are between 5:00 and 7:00 PM. RSVP Paid for by the Republican Party of Arizona Not authorized by any candidate or candidate's committee. www.azgop.com 3501 N 24th St, Phoenix, AZ 85016 (602) 957-7770 Update Profile | Unsubscribe | Privacy Policy