Merry Christmas!

The Comanche County Republican Party extends warm wishes to each of you for a very Merry Christmas with family and friends and a healthy and peaceful New Year in 2011.

May God continue to bless our great Nation.

Democracy is Temporary.....

Although the United States was conceived as a Republic....valid and applicable points below:

“A democracy is always temporary in nature; it simply cannot exist as a permanent form of government. A democracy will continue to exist up until the time that voters discover that they can vote themselves generous gifts from the public treasury. From that moment on, the majority always votes for the candidates who promise the most benefits from the public treasury, with the result that every democracy will finally collapse due to loose fiscal policy, which is always followed by dictatorship."

“The average age of the world’s greatest civilizations from the beginning of history has been about 200 years. During those 200 years, these nations always progressed through the following sequence:

1) From bondage to spiritual faith;

2) From spiritual faith to great courage;

3) From courage to liberty;

4) From liberty to abundance;

5) From abundance to complacency;

6) From complacency to apathy;

7) From apathy to dependence;

8) From dependence back to bondage ...”

Alexander Tyler, 1787

GOP Takes Governor...sweeps state races....

The GOP in Oklahoma took the Governors mansion, the Lt. Governor's seat, and made a clean sweep of the rest of the state-wide offices.

Governor-elect Mary Fallin - Oklahoma native of Tecumseh - made history as the first woman Governor of Oklahoma and made National news along with numerous other women in politics and 'firsts' across the Nation.

House Republicans gained eight seats and now hold a 70-31 margin of control in the Oklahoma House of Representatives.

Early in-person VOTING begins.....

Early in-person voting started this morning (Friday October 29). VOTE! Early in -person voting is at the courthouse only, Friday, Saturday, and Monday. Regular polling place Tuesday November 2. VOTE! Help friends, family, others get to polls!
VOTE!

Four days in which to vote and support our candidates! Don't neglect this great priviledge!

JC Watts for Mary Fallin - Wednesday!

Cong Mary Fallin, the next Governor of the great state of Oklahoma, will be in Lawton with former Congressman JC Watts on Wednesday October 27.

A luncheon ~ rally is set for 11:00am - 1:00pm at the CETES Center at Cameron University. An RSVP is required for lunch. Contributions are greatly appreciated.
RSVP: (405) 521-0900.

And on Saturday October 30, the 'Mary Fallin Campaign Caravan' will originate at the Super Stop in Walters at 8:00am, travel to Lawton, 9:00am - Furr's caferteria then proceed:
on to Walmart at Chickasha 10:20am; Blanchard - Dakota's, 11:15am; Newcastle - Dave's Diner - 12:00noon; Tuttle - Kelley's Urban Comfort Restaurant at 12:50; OKC - Harn Homestead at 2:00pm.
ANY and ALL who would like to join at any stop are WELCOME!

Time for sunlight in our state offices....

Note: This is probably one of the most important things you will read before voting. With Democrats having been in control for decades, they are desperate to keep a lid on all these offices, especially the Auditor and Inspector. PLEASE read this, share with all and VOTE for sunlight and transparancy in ALL our state offices.

October 19, 2010

With the upcoming election on November 2nd much of our focus is upon Washington, D.C. and the historic Governors’ race between Mary Fallin and Jari Askins. But have you thought about how important the offices of Attorney General and State Auditor can be to promoting good government in Oklahoma?

The Attorney General has the power to subpoena and the ability to prosecute. Scott Pruitt is an honest man, committed constitutionalist and he leads his opponent by a large margin. In my opinion he will make a really good Attorney General and will serve the citizens of Oklahoma well.

It has been close to thirty years since we have had a state auditor who was willing to step up and hold ALL of our state entities accountable. The State Auditor has the power to examine any state funded organization in Oklahoma and can turn over the findings of this inspection to prosecuting authorities. Gary Jones, CPA leads his opponent by single digits and in my opinion will make an excellent State Auditor. http://soonerpoll.com/poll-finds-republicans-poised-to-sweep-oklahoma%e2%80%99s-november-election/

I've known Gary and worked with him for over eight years. Gary is a man of integrity who is not afraid to make an enemy by standing upon his principles.

Gary’s opponent for State Auditor is a political appointee who is filling the remaining term of the disgraced and imprisoned criminal Jeff McMahan. McMahan was a spoke in the wheel of the notorious Gene-Stipe-Political-Machine and McMahan's appointed replacement owns the bank in Broken Bow that Stipe partially used to fund his illegal schemes. http://stevefair.blogspot.com/2010/10/oh.html

Since his appointment three years ago, McMahan's replacement has not performed a complete audit of any county office and he has mishandled a recent audit of the Broken Arrow School District. http://newsok.com/state-auditor-delays-release-of-broken-arrow-audit/article/3490864

New Broken Arrow School Superintendent Jarod Mendenhall says, “the ongoing problems with the (prolonged) state audit is diverting his attention from where he wants it to be.” He says, “he's disappointed the (three-year) audit wasn't released on September 2nd (of this year) like it was supposed to be.” http://krmg.com/localnews/2010/09/broken-arrow-schools-audit.html

Interesting side note: McMahan's appointed replacement is also the brother of Gene Stipe's defense attorney...

Fraud, waste and corruption must be rooted out and purged from our political system and in my opinion there is a strong possibility that the surface has only been scratched regarding Stipe's Organization of Crime. http://newsok.com/former-oklahoma-legislator-cohort-get-prison-for-kickbacks/article/3373150

At best, McMahan's replacement appears to be too close to Stipe's Organization of Crime to be an effective State Auditor.

In contrast, Gary Jones has used his investigative and auditing skills to uncover the schemes of Stipe/McMahan and turned over this data to the FBI. This evidence opened the door to the federal convictions of Stipe, McMahan and at least some of their collaborators. If elected, Gary Jones will use the same skills and moral convictions to hold our State Government accountable.

To divert attention from these facts, Gary is being verbally attacked by McMahan’s replacement and half-truths are being told about Gary’s background. http://wwwtmrcom.blogspot.com/2010/10/running-scared-incumbent-burrage.html

The auditor’s office could be one of the last strongholds of Gene Stipe’s organization of crime and Gary Jones can use your assistance today. I just contributed $25 to his campaign and this will pay for a portion of the cable television commercial below that Gary can use to answer the innuendo of McMahan’s replacement. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MwYJ7q1cXdo&feature=player_embedded

Please join me by clicking on the link below and making a contribution of any amount.
http://www.jonesauditor.com/contribute.aspx
Sincerely,
J. David Weston
Lexington, OK
405.517.7391

P.S. If you agree with what I have written, please forward this email to your network of friends and family and ask them to support Gary with their vote and a contribution. (All contributions of any amount are appreciated.)

NOTE: Be sure to see: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cs4RouQmqsA

GARY JONES for Auditor....great 'spot'! Listen......

Don't miss the great campaign 'spot' by Gary Jones, candidate for Auditor. Go to:
http://www.jonesauditor.com/

'Why Have the Democrats Gone Negative?'

Don't miss this great article and insight by 4th District Chairman, Steve Fair.

Posted at his blog, Fair and Biased: http://www.stevefair.blogspot.com/

Forum on State Questions....

On Thursday evening, October 21, the Southwest Oklahoma Republican Women will host a State Question Forum in Altus (Jackson County), with Sen. Mike Schultz, Rep. Charles Ortega and Oklahomans for Responsible Government (OFRG) who will present their program on NO 744.

Beginning at 6:30pm, Altus Best Western, 2804 N. Main. ALL voters need to be informed on these SQ's as they will affect our lives in many ways. ALL welcome!
Also see: www.voteNOSQ744.com

CCRP - NEW Expanded Office Hours!

With the General Election fast approaching, the Comanche County Republican Party has announced NEW EXPANDED OFFICE HOURS through November 2.
Monday - Friday: 10:00am ~ 6:00pm
Saturday - 10:00am ~ 2:00pm
Sunday - closed

The office is located at 1322 N. Sheridan (SW cornor of Cache Rd and Sheridan) and has candidate signs, literature; information on the 11 State Questions; information on the Judges.

Be an informed VOTER!

Congratulations Shirley!

Shirley Stricklan of Lawton, who wears one hat as President of the Great Plains Republican Women, was recently presented with a commendation (certificate of appreciation) and a plaque for her service to the Lawton Community. Making the presentation was Lawton Mayor, Fred Fitch.

Shirley does work tirelessly, serving on numerous boards and activities.

Photos from CCRP Grand Opening ~ Sept. 25

Opening Re-CAP; October 14 ~ Candidate Forum

Take a lead from State Party.....send $20.10 to the candidate(s) of your choice for 2010 election!

Re-Cap: Our Grand Opening/Open House event last Saturday was great! Chairman Ed Petersen did a very nice 'ribbon-cutting'! Approx 60-70 persons were able to be at the campaign office to visit with Sen. Todd Lamb, candidate for Lt. Governor; also, Rep. Ann Coody, seeking re-election for House seat 64; Rep. TW Shannon also joined us even thought he is not up this year. And, John Bordelon, Eastern District County Comm candidate; and Richard Strickland, candidate for County Assessor. The CCRP appreciates all who were able to be there.

The CCRP hopes you will also help spread the word on events coming up, especially the Candidate Forum on Thursday October 14, Great Plains Tech School. bldg 700; 6:00pm - 9:00pm. Republican and Democrat candidates to be there, some 20+ candidates have responded they WILL BE attending! Flyers at the office.

Detalis posted on left-hand side of this page.

CCRP Campaign/Election Office ~ Open House

The CCRP Campaign/Election Office will hold an informal Grand Opening and Open House Saturday September 25, from 10:00am ~ 2:00pm with ribbon cutting at 10:30am. The office is located at 1322 N. Sheridan (former AT&T bldg) in Lawton.

All area elected officials and current GOP candidates have been invited. Please come meet and greet the candidates; familiarize yourself with the office; pick up candidate literature and signs; information on the State Questions.

The office is open M-F from 11:00am ~ 1:00pm; closed; 4:00pm ~ 7:00pm. Saturdays 10:00am ~ 2:00pm.

Support YOUR local GOP!

GOP Gains in Voter Registration

Republicans continue to gain in voter registration.

Since Jan. 15, the number of registered voters in Oklahoma increased by 24,993, state Election Board Secretary Paul Ziriax said Wednesday [Sept. 15].
Republicans made the biggest gains adding 18,548 to their numbers while Independents increased 8,161. Democrats dropped by 1,716.

Democrats with 48.4% still maintain the greatest share of the state's 2,063,613 registered voters. Republicans are at 40.3% and Independents total 11.3%.
In 1980, Democrats were 75.8% of registered voters while Republicans were 22.8% and Independents were 1.4%.

Republicans have been making gains since the mid-1960's, said Keith Gaddie, an OU political science professor. Within the next decade he expects Republicans to be in the majority in voter registration.
"Mostly new registration is Republican", Gaddie said. "That is a long term trend in Oklahoma."
A lot of people who are registered as Democrats tend to vote for Republicans in at least National elections, said Richard Johnson, chairman of the political science dept at OCU.
"The Democratic presence in the state is overstated by the registration," Johnson said.
He attributes part of the rise in Republican registration to the tea party movement.

Deadline to register to vote in the Nov. 2 General Election is October 8.
To register to vote, a person must be at least 18 years old on or before election day, a US citizen, and a legal resident of the state.

Barbara Hoberock - Tulsa World via Oklahoman

Advice for Voters.......

Voters should not be swayed by high-pitched rhetoric that's bound to reach the keening level by [November 2]. Voters should remember that bumper-sticker messages, 30-second spots on radio and television, brief printed advertisements and the number of political signs for a particular candidate cannot and do not define the people running for office and their abilities [or lack of] to get the job done.

Voting is a personal decision and should be based on information, not the sound of a candidate's name or the cleverness of campaign ads or a sea of colored signs. These people on the ballot, if elected, someday will have a say in our lives. They will control our tax dollars, oversee the running of government and the enforcement of laws.
~ From an editorial in the Tulsa World

CCRP Campaign ~ Election Office to Open!

The Comanche County Republican Party has set 11:00am Tuesday September 7 as the date for opening a campaign/election office for the 2010 election cycle. Located at 1322 N. Sheridan Road in Lawton (former AT&T bldg), the office will have campaign literature and signs for all Republican candidates - local and state-wide races.
A Grand Opening/Open House is set for 10:00am ~ 2:00pm on Saturday September 25. ALL candidates will be invited as special guests for this event.

There will also be information on the State Questions that voters will have on their November 2 ballot. In addition, voter registration forms will also be available to register to vote or to make changes to your current registration.

ALL county Republicans are encouraged to be engaged and involved during the short election cycle and do all you can to help in getting our Republicans elected to office.

Workers are also needed to man the office 11:00am ~ 1:00pm and 4:00pm ~ 7:00pm, Monday - Friday; 10:00am ~ 2:00pm Saturdays, beginning Sept. 7. We need at least 2 persons per shift. Call CCRP Chairman Ed Petersen if you are able to help at the office. (580) 355-7100.

Don't Skip the RUN-OFF ~ August 24.

Run-off decision still to be made for a few candidates that will then run in the General Election November 2. Voters state-wide will have one run-off race to decide August 24.
John Doak vs John Crawford for State Insurance Commissioner. In Comanche County, voters will also decide on the Western District County Commissioner – Don Hawthorne vs Joe English.
Voters in other counties need to check their area for local races that may have run-off votes coming up.

Turn-out for the Primary was not nearly as good as it could/should have been and run-offs are notoriously much worse. The CCRP asks you voters to be supportive of the candidates. They have worked hard, made the effort to run. Expended time, money, energy! They deserve a few minutes of the voters time and you should want a say in selection of candidates to represent us!

Early in-person voting begins Friday August 20; Saturday August 21; Monday August 23 - those 3 days at your local courthouse. Tuesday August 24, at your regular polling place.
C U at the POLLS!
C U at the polls.

PRIMARY VOTING OPENS FRIDAY!

Early 'in-person' voting begins Friday morning for those registered voters wishing to vote in Oklahoma's Primary Election. All 77 County Election Board offices will be open Friday July 23 - 8:00am ~ 6:00pm; Saturday July 24- 8:00am ~ 1:00pm; Monday July 26 - 8:00pm ~ 6:00pm.

Tuesday July 27 voters will go to their regular polling places from 7:00am ~ 7:00pm.

A list of county election boards and addresses is available on the State Election Board’s website: http://elections.ok.gov

FOUR days to allow ALL wishing to vote to get to the polls! Have a voice in your government, exercise your most precious freedom - VOTE!

Candidates Making Final Visits!

The last CCRP meeting before the July 27 Primary, has numerous candidates set to visit/speak with voters at the monthly Comanche County GOP meeting. Republicans (and guests) will gather this next Tuesday, July 20, at the Worley Center (bldg 300) of the Great Plains Tech School, 6:30pm.

Scheduled to speak are Roger Jackson, candidate for Governor; Bill Crozier, candidate for Lt. Governor; John Crawford, candidate for Insurance Commissioner; Paul Nosak, candidate for Lt. Governor; Gary Jones, candidate for Auditor and Inspector; 4th District Chairman Steve Fair will speak for Comm. Dana Murphy, seeking re-election to the Corporation Commissioner seat she now holds.

Sample ballots and voter registration forms will be available at this meeting. ALL welcome and encouraged to attend.

The CCRP has been hosting candidates at the monthly meetings since January. These meetings have been an excellent opportunity to meet our candidates, visit, and find where they stand on issues. Don't miss this final meeting before the Primary!

For additional info on this or other GOP events, contact CCRP Chairman Ed Petersen at (580) 355-7100; email: e.petersen@sbcglobal.net

MEET YOUR CANDIDATES!

On Saturday July 10, a 'Meet Your Candidates' forum is set in Lawton. ALL GOP candidates - state and local - have been invited to this event. Numerous have already committed to be there! Don't miss this opportunity to meet and visit with your candidates before the July 27 Primary.
At the Great Plains Tech School in Lawton, 4500 W. Lee, bldg 100 - auditorium, 10:00am ~ 2:00pm.

This event is open to the public and all are encouraged to attend. This will be one of the LAST candidate forums in the Lawton area before the primary. For information email: nevadatriker@yahoo.com

BTW.....sample ballots are now availavble at your local courthouse. Be an informed voter!

PINNELL will head State GOP!

Matt Pinnell was elected without opposition by the Republican State Committee on Saturday. He succeeds Gary Jones, who resigned to campaign for state auditor and inspector.

Pinnell, 30, has been director of operations for the Republican Party and regional director for The John Hancock Committee for States, an organization that promotes civic engagement.

We wish Gary and Matt both good luck and know both will be WINNERS!

CCRP Meeting ~ June 2010

Left is John Bordelon candidate for Comanche County Commissioner, Eastern District (#1); Mike Ray.

Mike McNeil with Rep. Ann Coody who is seeking re-election to State House seat district #64.

Jana Barker visiting with Mark Croucher, candidate for Insurance Commissioner.

Candidates (Primary) for Comanche County Commissioner, Western District #3; l-r: Don Hawthorne; Doyle Reed; Joe English

Part of the crowd at Junes CCRP Meeting.

FAIR Withdraws from State GOP Chair Race!

On Tuesday June 15, Steve Fair, officially withdrew his name for State GOP Chairman. Steve cited several obstacles to his candidacy in a statement at his blog, 'Fair and Biased' -
http://www.stevefair.blogspot.com/

At this time, Matt Pinnell of Tulsa is the only announced candidate. The State Committe will vote at their June 26 meeting on a Chairman to replace Gary Jones who resigned on June 14 to seek the office of State Auditor and Inspector.

Jones to Resign; Steve Fair seeks Chairmanship.

Republican State Chairman Gary Jones confirmed today he is resigning after filing for auditor & inspector on Wednesday. Jones told KTOK News his last day as chairman will be Monday.
Party sources say Jones' resignation follows a telephone conference with party leaders last night.

Possible replacements include Steve Fair and Matt Pinnell. Fair is Stephens County GOP chairman; 4th Distract Chair; and hosts the blog, 'Fair and Biased'.

Pinnell headed up a party organization in the last election cycle and most recently has worked for American Majority Oklahoma. He's worked for several elected Republicans. He announced today he is seeking support for the post.

The State Committee will vote for a replacement on June 26th.

GARY JONES to seek Auditor Office.

State GOP Party Chair Gary Jones, of Cache, filed to seek office of State Auditor and Inspector. Jones is a CPA.

Candidate filing closes....

Filing to run for office closed at 5:00pm on Wednesday June 9. Some surprises! Some not! Some drew opponents, some did not. Some who said they were running did NOT file! Some races have an over-abundance of candidates seeking the seat.

Check the candidates at the State Election Board web site:
http://www.elections.ok.gov/ OR
http://www.okiecampaigns.blogspot.com/

Some information being put together on the numerous State Questions which will be on the November ballot, check at: <http://blog.ofrg.org/>

ALL the candidates will need HELP! VOLUNTEER now to help YOUR candidate WIN!

Quotes from former Congressman JC Watts, Jr.

Former Congressman JC Watts, Jr., gave a great and inspiring ‘speech’ recently at the Stephens County 6th Annual Fish Fry on May 15. Some quotes from JC’s talk he attributes to his mom, dad, and grandmother:

Joke: On Obamas first visit to a fast food restaurant, he ordered everything on the menu. He thought it was a teleprompter.

JC’s dad once told him…….“you don’t ever want to meet your hero. You’ll find he has flaws just like you.”

JC's grandmother told him....“What’s in the well, will come up in the bucket.”

“Progress requires change, but not all change is progress.”

“America is suffering from ‘gracious decay’. If it feels good do it…”

“[Obama’s] healthcare bill will bankrupt America.”

“If the atheist is right, at the end of the day, I look like an idiot. If the atheist is wrong…they are gonna burn in hell.”

“We don’t need more taxes, we need more taxpayers.”

“I want my kids to inherit an exceptional Oklahoma, an exceptional America.”

"America will never be destroyed from the outside. If we falter and lose our freedoms, it will be because

we destroyed ourselves."

President Abraham Lincoln

CANDIDATE ~ NO!

With thanks to Mike McCarville's post

Straw Poll Results ~ Stephens Cnty Event

Straw Poll Results from the 6th annual Stephens County Fish Fry ~ May 15, 2010.
Polling sample included 364 total ballots and attendees could only vote once.

GOVERNOR
Fallin: 48.3%
Brogdon- 47.2%
Hubbard-1.1%
Jackson- 0
Undecided- 3.4%

LT. GOVERNOR
Todd Lamb-46.2%
John Wright- 25.2%
Undecided- 28.6%

STATE TREASURER
Owen Laughlin- 44.7%
Ken Miller- 21.8%
Undecided- 33.5%

LABOR COMMISSIONER
Costello- 49.4%
Reese- 20%
Undecided- 30.6%

ATTORNEY GENERAL
Leonard- 39.1%
Pruitt- 35.3%
Undecided- 25.6%

4TH DISTRICT CONGRESS
Cole- 70.1%
Harris- 17.3%
Pritchard- 1.6%
Diaz- 0
Undecided- 11%

2012 PRESIDENTIAL PREFERENCE POLL
Participants in the poll selected their top three preferences:

(1) Mike Huckabee-17.5%
(2) Sarah Pallin-15.9%
(3) J.C. Watts-15.6%
(4) Mitt Romney-13.7%
(5) Newt Gingrich-9.9%
(6) Bobby Jindal-68.6%
(7) Ron Paul-5.5%
(8) Paul Ryan-5.5%
(9) Jeb Bush-4.1%
(10) Tim Pawlenty-3.6%

Posted: http://www.stevefair.blogspot.com/

KARL ROVE Keynotes State GOP Event!

Karl Rove will be keynote speaker at a State Republican Party event in Tulsa and OKC on Monday May 17. For (required) reservations contact the state party at (405) 528-3501 asap.

More details posted on the right under Calendar.

Former Deputy Chief of Staff and Senior Advisor to President George W. Bush
Author, "Courage and Consequence"
Fox News Contributor
Wall Street Journal Columnist
Newsweek Columnist

Karl Rove served as Senior Advisor to President George W. Bush from 2000–2007 and Deputy Chief of Staff from 2004–2007. At the White House he oversaw the Offices of Strategic Initiatives, Political Affairs, Public Liaison, and Intergovernmental Affairs and was Deputy Chief of Staff for Policy, coordinating the White House policy-making process.

Before Karl became known as “The Architect” of President Bush’s 2000 and 2004 campaigns, he was president of Karl Rove + Company, an Austin-based public affairs firm that worked for Republican candidates, non-partisan causes, and non-profit groups. His clients included over 75 Republican U.S. Senate, Congressional, and gubernatorial candidates in 24 states, as well as the Moderate Party of Sweden.
More on Rove at: http://www.rove.com/bio

JC Watts Headlines Stephens County Fish Fry ~ May 15

Former Congressman J.C. Watts, Jr., will be the Keynote Speaker at the 6th Annual Stephens County Fish Fry. The popular event will be Saturday May 15, at the Stephens County Fairgrounds, 6:00pm.

Also appearing, the Canadian Valley Rangerettes Drill Team.

Individual tickets are only $15. Table Sponsors are $150. and receive 10 tickets, 2 tickets to a pre-event reception, photo opportunity with J.C. Watts, and recognition in the program.
Candidate Booths are available for $25. each and include two 6' tables and two chairs.
Call 580.252.3247 or email okgop@aol.com to purchase tickets or to reserve booth space.
Children 6-12- $5; Under 6 - Free.

Make check payable to: Stephens County Republican Party, Rt. 1, Box 206E, Duncan, OK 73533

Tax Day Tea Party, State Capitol ~ April 15.

Are you fed up with government? Wondering what you can do?

STATE WIDE TAX

DAY TEA PARTY

THURSDAY APRIL 15

11:00am ~ 1:00pm
South side of the State Capitol
2300 N. Lincoln

Candidates for Governor have been invited to give a short speech addressing issues most important to Oklahomans

Liberty Speakers include:
Stuart Jolly, American for Prosperity and
Larry Pratt, Gun Owners of America

Live Music by OVERDRIVE

1:00pm ~ 4:00pm, Tour the Capitol
and meet your Legislator


‘Tent of Shame’
Learn which Legislators have voted against States Rights bills, gun rights, and obstructed our fight for Liberty!


Hosted by Sooner Tea Party

Check earlier post below for Tea Party in Duncan.

VOTE to WIN ~ 2010!

TEA PARTY ~ DUNCAN ~ April 15

DUNCAN TEA PARTY! THURSDAY APRIL 15:

11:00AM ~ 1:30PM; Elk Plaza

(highway 81 and Elk in Duncan, OK)

Contact Jan Gaddis for more information - jpgaddis@texhoma.net or phone (580)255-8794.

16th Annual CCRP ~ BBQ - March 27.

The 16th annual CCRP BBQ will be Saturday March 27 in Lawton. The annual event draws 'rib lovers' from all over the state...and Texas!
The event kicks-off at 6:00pm at the Worley Center [bldg 300] of the Great Plains Tech School in Lawton.

This year, award winning storyteller, SAM McMICHAEL, of SW OKlahoma, will entertain with stories and anecdotes of growing up in rural Oklahoma. (see bio below).

In addition, a fun live auction, silent auction, and drawing for a door prize.
The menu features 'Catfish Willies' real hickory smoked ribs with all the trimmins. (see above).

The CCRP would greatly appreciate your help if you are able to be a 'host' which helps underwrite the cost of the event. - $100. and includes 2 tickets. Individual tickets are only $20. per person. Tickets will be available at the door, but reservations are encourged and appreciated.

You can make reservations by mailing number of tickets needed along with payment to: CCRP, PO Box 705, Lawton, OK 73502.
Make checks payable to CCRP. Tickets/reservations are held at the door.
The event is open to the public, dress is casual! It's the best eats and 'funnest' event of the year! DON'T MISS IT!

btw...take a minute to check the great pictures taken at last years BBQ! On the right side of page.

Sam McMichael is a long-time resident of the Apache, OK community. He grew up in the rich storytelling tradition of Southwest Oklahoma hearing tales of the early days of the state, tales of good times and bad times, tall tales, fish stories, hunting stories and brags.

He has worked this wealth of material into the fabric of his own experiences and fashioned unique stories full of pathos, humor, and surprise. Sam has traveled Oklahoma as a professional storyteller for the past twenty years spinning his yarns at schools, fairs, libraries, festivals and conventions.

GLENN BECK in Tulsa - March 13.

LATE BREAKING!!! SARA PALIN WILL JOIN GLENN BECK IN TULSA!

Conservative talk show host Glenn Beck is bringing his "Taking Our Country Back Tour" to the Tulsa Convention Center Arena on March 13.
Also attending are John Rich, a country music star currently with Big & Rich; Gretchen Wilson, another country music star with five Top Ten singles; and Dick Morris, an American political author and commentator who previously worked as a pollster and political campaign consultant.

Tickets are now on sale for the March 13 event! Tickets are $47, $77, $102 and $127. There are available on line at www.bokcenter.com or www.tulsaconvention.com
Arby’s Box Office, all Tickets.com outlets, or by calling 1-866-7-BOKCTR.
More information is available at www.takingourcountrybacktour.com.

Beck is an American radio and television host, author, conservative political commentator, and entrepreneur. He is the host of The Glenn Beck Program, a nationally-syndicated talk-radio show that airs throughout the United States and is also the host of a self-titled cable-news show on Fox News Channel.

As an author, Beck has gained success with five #1 New York Times best selling books.

SECURITY - LESS!

PORK FLU!

Happy New Year!

The CCRP extends warmest wishes to you and your family for a blessed New Year in 2010. The CCRP hopes you will make a resolution to become actively involved in your local county Republican Party! The success of party projects, meetings, candidate campaigns and events, all depend on YOU. Attend, volunteer, participate! The CCRP will be looking for YOU in 2010.