Posted on 06/25/2002 12:31:23 PM PDT by Constitution Day
NC FReepers,
North Carolina has a proud tradition of defending liberty that began when the state was still a colony.
These include the Mecklenburg Declaration of Independence, the Halifax Resolves, and the Edenton Tea Party.
The first two events happened on May 20, 1775 and April 12, 1776, respectively, and are the two dates on North Carolina's state flag.
The time has come for a new generation of patriots to step forward.
We must help to return our state and nation to limited government and rein the insidious liberalism that has corroded our nation.
Sound impossible? Good thing our forefathers didn't think so. It is up to US.
One specific task at hand is ridding this state of Governor Mike "Taxes" Ea$ley and his DemoRAT minions.
I know I'm "preaching to the choir", but this is a never-ending battle.
Therefore, we are in need of some conservative foot-soldiers to aid in our fight.
Today, I announce the creation of the North Carolina Chapter of Free Republic.
I know that some of us have met informally before, but this will bring us under the umbrella of the Free Republic Network.
I am aware that some of you will have questions on this, so I am doing a FAQ below.
These answers come from diotima, whose help I greatly appreciate.
What is the Free Republic Network?
The FRN is a 501(c)(4) non-profit corporation affiliated with FreeRepublic.com.
For more information, see HERE.
Will the FRN tell us what to do?
diotima says, "the FRN doesn't tell the chapters what to do, you remain completely autonomous."
What about leadership of the local chapter?
Since I am forming the chapter, I will be the current President.
mykdsmom has voluntered to be another leader. I think she should be Vice-President.
I would prefer at least one of the other leaders to be from somewhere WEST of Raleigh.
I live in Rocky Mount and mykdsmom lives in Raleigh, so if we could get a leader from farther west, that would cover a good portion of the state.
diotima adds: "The chapter leaders and executives can stay the same, or once you get the chapter togther you can have elections. We, the FRn do not care how you set up your chapter, if you want to have a president, a Queen, or a Duke. All we want are the names of the people who are in leadership roles in the chapter so we can contact them."
What about meetings?
The chapter leaders & executives will meet online every other Monday on PalTalk.
diotima says, "In these meetings, we discuss what chapters are doing, what help they need, ideas they have for future activities and they talk to one another about chapter issues."
How do I join?
PRIVATELY Freep-mail me your e-mail address. Do not post it on the open forum (unless you really, really love getting spam).
What are the rules?
diotima: "...we technically only provide tools and resources to the chapters. We do not have any rules other than conduct rules which must be followed to use the FR name in public. Every chapter is different and set up differently, so you can organize your chapter the way that best suits your needs."
Who can join?
Any active FReeper who lives in North Carolina.
This includes "Bush-Bots", Elizabeth Dole-haters, Yankees and even Tarheel fans. 
Hopefully we won't kill each other when we all get in one room together.
What will we call it?
"The North Carolina Chapter of Free Republic", I suppose. If anyone has a more creative name, let me know.
FRegards,
Brandon
(a.k.a. Constitution Day)
Mister PRESIDENT!!!!! I would like to submit to you, and to this esteemed body of Tar Heels (not meaning UNC here), newcomers, neophytes, and just plain NC Freepers, that I, the inimitable and enigmatic -- and still dead -- Lee'sGhost, be the "O"fficial Taster of the Brew, forever hereafter to be commonly, but no commoner, know as, THEE Beer Taster of the North Carolina Chapter of FreeRepublicans!!!
Remember, I thought of it first.
Please share your thoughts on this important - dare I say crucial - cabinet appointment!
FRegards,
Mr. President
Are you with us? Freepmail me if you have time.
CD
CD
Below is a list of all those that have contacted me about joining.
I have created a database of the e-mail addresses/names/cities and my county is 25 total members.
Not bad for a start!
I STILL need two additional chapter leaders... maybe one from Eastern NC (I'm in Rocky Mount) and another from western NC.
What do you think?
I MUST HAVE TWO MORE PEOPLE WILLING TO VOLUNTEER IN ORDER TO REGISTER FOR OUR CHAPTER.
The Chapter leader meetings are every other Monday; the next will be JULY 8th.
Also, quite a few have suggested "Old North State" Freepers.
The name won't be finalized until I actually register (see previous notice re: Chapter Leaders).
Finally, Howlin has generously offered use of her house when we meet.
Any thoughts on that?
Your suggestions, objections, etc. are appreciated.
I am here for YOU.
I will check back here later - have to get some work done!
Your loyal servant,
Brandon
Constitution Day
mykdsmom
Lee'sGhost
KOZ.
borntodiefree
azhenfud
callisto
Overtaxed
ianync
Howlin
goosie
Carolinamom
Carolina
cynicom
RightOnline
ncweaver
Phantom Lord
Carolina Rebel
Helix
Madcelt
LeoNC
KayEyeDoubleDee
Neologic
warpsmith
Bat_Chemist
Really though put me on the list. Most definitely would like to get together with all the Freepers here in NCConstitution Day,
I would like to join. Should I send my contact info via Freepmail? Thank you
Your obdt servant,
Billbears
As a matter of fact, I just used the names of those who FRmailed their e-mail addresses to me to generate my database.
Technically you didn't ask to be on there, though.
I've added you to the list, but still need your e-mail.
Your humble servant,
Constitution Day
Count me in as an NC Freeper. I wish I could volunteer to lead, but my time won't allow right now. Keep me updated.
JWinNC
AWESOME!
I've added you to the database, but still need your e-mail address for mass e-mailings.
Glad you're joining!
Thanks,
CD
Say, maybe you can help me with an ethical problem. I am working as a tradesman these days, and in light conversation with one of my customers, discovered that he was a "personal friend" of Janet Reno.
"Sure I know her, I had Janet over for cocktails many times", the guy said. My tongue is still bleeding from biting on it. I wanted to ask how the baby-burning business was these days or a few other choice comments. But I said nothing.
Please talk me out of the things I have been thinking of...
Its hard some times but since I am surrounded by liberal weenies I just let them blabber . It goes in on ear and out the other.... or as I call it the BS bypass...
We're up to 29 now!
New members from Lexington & Sanford added since yesterday.
CD
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