Old North State FReepers: Where do we go next?

Constitution Day ^ | August 28, 2002 | Constitution Day

[Constitution Day]

 

POST-MEETING REPORT:

The first meeting of the newly re-organized NC chapter took place at Howlin's house on Saturday, 08/24/2002.

This chapter, called the "Old North State Freepers", has over 35 members.

The following Freepers attended:

Constitution Day
mykdsmom
Howlin
Overtaxed
ncweaver
RightOnline
RightOnlinesWife
Future Snake Eater
lafroste

Also attending were:
lafroste's wife
Howlin's husband & mother
Future Snake Eater's girlfriend

On the evening of Saturday, August 24, 2002, we all met at Howlin's house in Raleigh.

I primarily intended this to be a meeting where we could all get acquainted with one another. Everyone brought an appetizer to eat, and everything was delicious! Some of us brought beer or wine, some did not, but we all had a great time discussing politics & the news in Howlin's kitchen and on her deck.

Since I am new at this, I did not really have a set agenda for the meeting except for a general discussion of future goals and direction of the chapter. We talked about the fact that callisto, our Piedmont Triad Chapter Leader, has reserved a web page for us. Further discussion ensued about page content, using it as a clearinghouse for NC legislative contact information and media links.

For possible inclusion on a future web page, I would like for you all to post:

• Media links & contacts (North Carolina TV, newspapers online).
• Legislative contacts.
• Information about your districts and if you think we can make a difference there.
• Links to candidate and voting district information.
• Your thoughts about the future direction of this chapter... be honest!
• Any other information you think pertinent.

I thank you in advance for your time, and apologize for taking a few days to post the report. In fact, I am staying a bit later at work just so I can type this thread.

NC FReepers, I want to actually try and effect a change in NC politics, not just talk about it. I know that sounds ambitious, but I believe if we work within our strengths and target our energies effectively, we CAN and WILL make a difference.

Election Day is just around the corner. The recent redistricting has afforded us a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Let's make something of it!

 

FRegards,

Constitution Day

 

[Constitution Day]

P.S. - Howlin took some pictures of our meeting, which she will hopefully post soon!

[Constitution Day]

I'm leaving to have dinner now, but promise I will check the thread later.
If I left anyone out of the list of attendees you can chastise me next time you see me... it's been a long day!

[Constitution Day]

Chapter ping!

[snopercod]

So, which candidates are you supporting?

[AppyPappy]

We have kicked around the idea of having a picnic on the Blue Ridge Parkway around Halloween.

[kayak]

Here are links to the three major tv stations in Charlotte .....

NBC6

WBTV (CBS)

WSOC (ABC)

Plus

WRAL - Raleigh (CBS ?)

[Constitution Day]

Personally, or as a chapter?
Right now, not having a consensus from the members, I can only speak for myself.

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This updated link was sent to me by strela.
Thanks to callisto for sending the initial one.

FreeRepublic Network Conference Transcript

This is definitely worth a read, NC Freepers!

[Constitution Day]

We have kicked around the idea of having a picnic on the Blue Ridge Parkway around Halloween.

That sounds great!

[cf_river_rat]

Sorry I couldn't make it to the meeting Sat, but I do plan on participating as much as I can.

While I was looking up the links below I found out a friend I haven't seen in 5 yrs is running for US Congress in the 2nd district. His name is Joe Ellen and he's a common-sense Christian conservative. Unfortunately he's running against democrat Bob Etheridge, a strong incumbent. I've known Joe on a social basis for about eight yrs, and my wife was close to his daughter at one time. We've fallen out of touch, but I think I'll call him this week to see if I can help with his campaign.

Anyhow, here are some links:
US Congress from NC – includes a nifty district finder feature
http://www.visi.com/juan/congress/cgi-bin/buildpage.cgi?state=nc

Politics1 NC section, loaded with information including all the senate and congressional candidates and their contact information. Also includes NC news sources.
http://www.politics1.com/nc.htm
Here’s a sample of their format:

US Congress District 13:
* NEW SEAT - NO INCUMBENT *
Ronnie Ansley (D) - Attorney & '00 Lt. Governor Candidate
Robin Britt (D) - Ex-Congressman & Ex-State Human Resources Secretary
Lawrence Davis (D) - Ex-State Democratic Chairman, Ex-State Rep. & Attorney
Gene Gay (D) - Flooring Company Owner, Accountant & Frequent Candidate
Bill Martin (D) - State Sen. & Attorney
Brad Miller (D) - State Sen. & Attorney
Graham Boyd (R) - State Tobacco Growers Assoc. VP & '00 State Ag. Commissioner Candidate
Carolyn Grant (R) - Investment Broker, Community Activist & '99 Raleigh Mayor Candidate
Paul Smith (R)

STATE POLITICAL PARTIES:
(from Politics1.com)

Constitution Party of North Carolina
North Carolina Democratic Party
Green Party of North Carolina
Independence Party of North Carolina
Libertarian Party of North Carolina
Natural Law Party of North Carolina
Reform Party of North Carolina
North Carolina Republican Party
Socialist Party of North Carolina
Southern Party of North Carolina

STATE NEWS SOURCES:
(from Politics1.com again)

Asheboro Courier-Tribune
Burlington Times-News
Carolina Political Report
Chapel Hill News
Charlotte Observer
Durham Herald-Sun
Fayetteville Observer-Times
Gaston Gazette (Gastonia)
Goldsboro News-Argus
Greensboro News & Record
Greenville Daily Reflector
Jacksonville Daily News
Mount Airy News
Mount Olive Tribune
NCRepublicans.com
New Bern Sun Journal
North Carolina Political Review
Raleigh News & Observer - (Political Columns)
Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald
Shelby Star
Southern Pines Pilot
Wilmington Morning Star
Wilson Daily Times
Winston-Salem Journal
WRAL TV-5 (Raleigh)

NC Board of Elections website:
http://www.sboe.state.nc.us/

[doglot]

bump for later

[jern]

You guys can do what I am going to do. Volunteer time at the local GOP office to make calls, put out signs, or do what I can. I plan to volunteer the last 4 weeks hopefully every night during the week.

A lot of people think that Free Republic is some kind of magic position, where republicans will win more seats the more you post. It doesn't work that way. Everyone needs to get out and volunteer, for the GOP or your local county GOP office.

[sneakypete]

Don't tell me,let me guess. You all decided to support Giddy Dolt for the NC US Senate seat,right?

[Constitution Day]

Thanks so much. Your apologies are not necessary, and I appreciate the links.

We did have a great time and I wish you had been there.

[Constitution Day]

Don't tell me,let me guess. You all decided to support Giddy Dolt for the NC US Senate seat,right? - sneakypete

Bwahahahaha!!! Too busy laughing to type furth...

[blam]

Congratulations on your new chapter.

[Windom Earle]

Excellent idea, Jern.

Those who are new can learn some of the ropes of political activism. Everyone can make contacts for the future.

You can never have too many volunteers. The GOP would love to have you. More importantly they NEED you.

[Helix]

Appy- That sounds terrific! Madcelt and I could probably make that, since it's pretty close to us.

CD- Here's a conservative paper up our way.
http://www.ashevilletribune.com

Do you want links to the liberal rags, as well?

[Constitution Day]

Bump for reply tomorrow.

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Do you want links to the liberal rags, as well?

Yes. 'Know your enemy'.