A quote from Martin Luther King, Jr

“Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter.” ~ Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Patriotism Defined

For 2012 Irene has started In God We Still Trust – A 365 – Day Devotional written by Dr. Richard G. Lee. On January 2nd, Patriotism is defined . . . “Noah Webster’s An American Dictionary of English Language, 1828: patriotism n. Love of one’s country; the passion which aims to serve one’s country, either in defending it from invasion, or protecting its rights and maintaining its laws and institutions in vigor and purity. Patriotism is the characteristic of a good citizen, the noblest passion that animates a man in the character of a citizen.

Note how the definitions have changed. With its objective actions, Noah Webster’s patriotism is very different from the vague, subjective patriotism of one who only feels love for his country. True patriotism is not just an emotional feeling; it is action.

Webster’s original definition starts with a love for country, but moves to specific actions; service to country, defense starts with a love for country, but moves to specific actions to country, defense of country, protection of the rights of country, maintenance of the laws and institutions of country, and preservation of religion and morality in public and private life. This kind of patriotism puts the needs of the country above personal and partisan desires, as well as above the favor of foreign nations. ”

The men of Judah . . . remained loyal to their king. 2 Samuel 20:2

With the 2012 Elections approaching, research the candidate you are voting for and know where they stand on the issues important to you.

A call-from-home program is in place and the NYGOP need our help!

A message from Deb Taylor (Franklin County State Committee Member and PFRW Public Relations Committee Chair).

I received this message yesterday (Thank You Volunteers) as a member of PA Republican State Committee and wanted to pass it along to you. Even if you can only make a few phone calls it could make the difference in this important special election in New York.

Many thanks for all you do for our Republican candidates at the grassroots level.

Debbie Taylor, Chair
PFRW Public Relations

Pennsylvania , the keystone state – 2012 HERE WE COME!

At a recent PA GOP 2012 training meeting, Jerry Morgan gave an unbelievable speech . . . and he right. Jerry said, take a look at history, PA is the keystone state. We fought tyranny at Valley Forge, PA. The constitution of the United States was signed at Philadelphia, PA. The turning point of the civil war was fought at Gettysburg, PA. Terrorism was fought at Shanksville, PA. Now it is time to take back our country and fight for economic development. We, the Pennsylvania’s are the minutemen. Our nation can be taken back; it is time to stop Obama. All politics is local and PA could be the state to make the change in the white house. 2012 HERE WE COME!!!!!

If you wish to be one of those Pennsylvanian’s to make a difference, please email us at rockstargop@verzion.net and we will keep you informed of how to be involved. We need to start now to ensure a victory in 2012.

Mark J. Harris On The Mark . . . if you missed it, visit the link below

http://www.wkok.com/roundtable/OTMThursday.mp3

Centre County Republican Committee releases 2011 events

2011 Calendar of Events

Start the year off right. Grab your calendar and visit centregop.org to view events scheduled for the coming year.

The January Line-Up:

Candidate Training (Location TBA) – January 17

We’ll cover getting your name on the ballot, building your team, communications, fundraising, volunteers, social networks and more.

CentreGOP Luncheon (Location TBA) – January 21

Monthly luncheons include state/local and federal reviews from GOP leaders. Volunteer opportunities. Event updates and more. Join your GOP colleagues – renew old acquaintances, make new friends and help us build the Centre County GOP.

Precinct Leader Training (Location TBA) – January 24

This session will cover building the precinct and include (but not be limited to) recruiting volunteers, conducting voter registration, developing grassroots activities and more

A Christian’s responsibility to vote . . .

www.youtube.com/watch?v=kKFnjfm17bo

For more information about Wall Builders, you can visit their website at www.wallbuilders.com

We need YOU to make phone calls

Phone Bank workers are still needed! The Phone Bank workers are taking a survey asking two questions, are you supporting . . . . and are you voting on Tuesday? This is very important as it gets out the vote by reminding people Tuesday is Election Day and it also identifies people so we know who not to call and remind to vote on Tuesday. If you can give an hour or two, please stop by the Lewisburg Regional Victory Office from 9:00 am – 9:00 pm. The Victory Office is located at 216 Market Street in Lewisburg (the block between CVS and the Lewisburg Hotel).