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February Open Appointments

Written by Administrator
Friday, 05 February 2010 14:12
The February list of open appointments from the Secretary of State's office has been published. There are only six openings this month, but some interesting ones including the Clean Water Council, the Racing Commission. the Merit System Council and the Duluth Convention Center Authority.
Last Updated on Friday, 05 February 2010 14:15

Be sure to Caucus on February 2

Written by Administrator

Monday, 25 January 2010 15:46

For many people who have long valued principles more than a party, there is a lot of frustration with the political process. Some have even mentioned giving up on it altogether.

Please attend your caucus!

We could be in a struggle for the direction of our country, between collectivism and individualism. Unlike the 56 signers of the Declaration of Independence, we are very fortunate to have a peaceful political process to alter our government. Please take the opportunity to voice your support for American values and Republican principles and caucus on February 2.

Mankato Free Press letter by RLCMN member Jon Kovaciny

Written by Administrator

Monday, 25 January 2010 15:41

In the Mankato Free Press, RLCMN member Jon Kovaciny reminds another letter author about the value of Republican principles of limited government and free markets. Read the first letter and Jon's response here.

RLCMN granted MNGOP Affiliate Status

Written by Administrator

Tuesday, 08 December 2009 13:50

Minnesota Chapter of Republican Liberty Caucus granted GOP Affiliate Status

The Republican Party of Minnesota voted to approve the Minnesota Chapter of the Republican Liberty Caucus (RLCMN) as an official party Affiliate on Saturday, the first chapter to be granted that status since 2005.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

ST. PAUL, MINNESOTA - The Republican Party of Minnesota voted to approve the Minnesota Chapter of the Republican Liberty Caucus (RLCMN) as an official party Affiliate at the semiannual meeting of the State Central Committee on Saturday. The RLCMN is the first chapter to be added as an Affiliate since 2005.

"Accepting the RLCMN as an affiliate group sends the message that the Minnesota GOP is truly the party that stands for limited government, individual rights and free markets," said David FitzSimmons, chairman of the RLCMN. "That message resonates with the many Minnesotans who feel the party and the state have moved away from those core principles. Like other affiliate groups, the RLCMN offers a path into the Republican Party for people who believe in our principles but haven't thought of themselves as Republicans."

The Republican Liberty Caucus is a national organization that advocates for public policies that restore liberty, not restrict it; shrink government, not expand it; reduce taxes, not raise them; abolish programs, not create them; promote the freedom and independence of citizens, not the interferences of government in their lives; and observe the limited, enumerated powers of our Constitution, not ignore them. The Minnesota Chapter was chartered in 2003. It has experienced triple digit growth in the last year as more conservatives and independents have become concerned about the expansion of government into the private sector. More information can be found at http://rlcmn.org

How many ballporks does Minnesota need?

Written by Administrator
Monday, 16 November 2009 04:13
RLCMN learned of this group recently: TAXPAYERS UNITED for RATIONAL FOOTBALL FUNDING http://turff.info In recognition of the ongoing and relentless pressure to build stadiums for private profit with public funds, the purpose of Taxpayers United for Rational Football Funding (TURFF) is: ~ to inform taxpayers about the undemocratic push to build a new publicly financed stadium for the Minnesota Vikings ; ~ to convince the public to oppose the diversion of taxpayer funds to benefit a private sports business; ~ to provide the encouragement and means for voters to be involved in the political process.
Last Updated on Monday, 16 November 2009 04:15

Advice to Activists

Written by Administrator

Friday, 13 November 2009 17:04

Suggestions from RLC National Chair, David Nalle:

When you go to a townhall meeting -- and I hope every one of you will attend one or more -- keep these five suggestions in mind.

1. Go to expose the truth, not just to protest. There's a lot more potential to advance our issues if you get to talk and ask questions and give legislators a chance to hang themselves with their answers. Ask them questions and let them know what you want, what you're worried about and that you will hold them accountable. Just waving signs and shouting slogans will let them paint you as bullies. Keep calm and demand answers.

2. Go with questions in mind. Have several thought out in advance so that if someone else asks one you wanted to ask you have a back-up ready.

3. Don't limit your questions to healthcare. Once you have the floor you can't be brushed off before you can get a question off, so ask about other issues which concern you such as the new Food Safety act (HR2749), the Federal Reserve Transparency Act (HR1207), the National Right to Carry Reciprocity Act (HR197) and the Citizens Self Defense Act (HR17). Ask about the cost of "Cap and Trade" (HR2454) and how much it will cost taxpayers and small businesses.

4. Don't just hold Democrats accountable. If there are Republican Congressmen or Senators in your area who are holding townhall meetings don't give them a break. Attend their events and ask them the same questions you would ask the Democrats and ask them clearly if they are going to support or oppose Obamacare. Ask them about other issues as well. Let them know that you don't want them caving in to the Democrats on these issues and that you support them if they remain true to Republican principles of fiscal responsibility and individual liberty.

5. It's a small technical point, but vitally important. When you are called on, state your name and where you are from very clearly. This will allow the media to follow up with you afterwards if they want more information and it will make very clear that you are from the congressman's district or at least his state and have a legitimate reason to be there. Don't let the media portray you as a shill or an outside agitator. Stand up, be counted and be clearly identified.

Remember to have confidence and not to be be intimidated. These are your representatives. You pay their salary and they should be responsive to your concerns. Be knoeledgable, be polite, make your points and ask your questions clearly and then let them respond. Ask a followup if you can. Their response is likely to do them more harm than anything you say if you can expose them as ill-prepared, ignorant or dismissive. Be informed. Be outspoken. Let them know you hold them accountable.

In Liberty,
Dave Nalle
National Chairman, Republian Liberty Caucus