Posted on 04/21/2004 8:37:46 PM PDT by GOPcapitalist
With Governor Hate Crimes running the show, yes. But that's all the more reason to give the current leadership including the Weddington holdovers and David "Voodoo Kettle" Barton the boot.
I'm new to Texas but have been a long time activist in the GOP in NC, with solid conservative credentials, and a ton of grassroots experience
I can't say that my first experience with party establishment has been positive.
How does a new conservative become active in this state?
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CC
The problem with the state GOP, and I suspect most state parties, is the fact that they actually believe they are doing something useful. They spent a large amount of time trying to out maneuver each other on the 3 or 4 points they disagree about and then spend two years bragging about what they did.
I seldom see members of the "elite" leaders of any group, be it the CC, social conservatives, fiscal conservatives, RINO's, or the ever hated "moderates" doing much when election time comes around. Oh they will attend a party, and don't get between them and a camera, but don't call them when you need block walkers.
This problem Polland points out, and I would take it to heart far more if YOU had written it, is not new and we in the far right have been just as guilty as those nasty RINO's.
I assume you are too young to remember when Gary Brunner was Ex Director of the Texas Republican Party? As far right as one can be, and a back stabbing pr&*k going back to his day's at UT-Austin.
A POX on all of them I say!Was that dramatic enough? I have far more respect for the opinions of people like you than I do any in the "leadership." Go to the convention, meet people, get some ideas, vote for what you know is right, but PLEASE don't be overly influenced by any of them ...... oh except me ... always listen to me! ;-)
Second what part of the state are you in.
Third coming from NC have you noted that WE fly our flag right side up unlike that odd group in NC that puts the red stripe on top?
They should be holding our elected official's feet to the fire and lobbying for our platform's enactment. Instead we get ambassadors for the political elite. Also - if you aren't a delegate you may want to attend the convention anyway. There are several roles you could help with - volunteer for one of the good party office candidates, work the FR booth, pass out stickers etc. Let me know if you'd like some contacts on this.
I was a member of a conservative grassroots movement that took over the Texas Republican Party in the 70's.
We changed the party rules (instituted a presidential primary despite state law) and overpowered the Bush crowd to give Reagan all the Texas delegates and the nomination in 80.
But political party organizations are irrelevant in today's electoral politics. Money is all that counts. With money you can buy the talented advisers and "grassroots" workers. Without money you won't even make it to the starting gate.
I'm looking for a way to become active and to advance the conservative cause. I offered to volunteer at the GOP and wasn't even asked for my phone number. I was willing to answer phones or do whatever was necessary, but I guess I'm not needed. I had previously provided my resume to the GOP. I'm a former County Chairman, a former District Chairman, a former candidate, a former Regional Coordinator for a US Senator, a former radio talk show host, and a two time delegate to the National Convention. I thought somebody could use my experience, even though I admittedly don't know Texas politics. Please feel free to pass on your contacts. I'd appreciate it. TIA. CC
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