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Upcoming Events
WHY THE GOP MUST RETURN TO ITS CONSERVATIVE ROOTS
Thursday, September 2, 2010, 6pm Free Social Hour (w/ Dinner & Cocktails avail), 7pm Meeting.
Gary Glenn — President, AFA-Michigan, will speak on fearlessly defending family values.
Ron Edwards, radio host WDTKam1400 Detroit, and creator of the Edwards Notebook will speak on the history of the Republican Party, dispelling many modern day myths. He is an astute student of history and an American Patriot who often lectures on the US Constitution.
Rebecca Kiessling, Conceived in rape, International Pro-Life Speaker, Attorney
*Family law attorney with four pro-bono cases of international attention all involving the protection of preborn human life, including the "frozen embryo" case in Michigan. Two of those cases involved rape and abortion. Also, represented a woman sued for not aborting. (practiced law as "Rebecca Wasser" before she married)
*Served as vice-chair of a crisis pregnancy center for two years and on the advisory board of Michigan Nurses for Life
*Conducts workshops, "An Abortion-Minded Client's Life-Giving Legal Options" based on Michigan law.
*Testified before the Ohio Legislature on the Prefer Childbirth Over Abortion legislation which would, in part, remove the rape exception from the ban on Medicaid funding of abortions in Ohio
Q&A for the speakers, and open discussion to follow the final speaker.
UPCOMING MEETINGS:
THURSDAY OCTOBER 7 "WHY WE MUST FIGHT FOR AMERICA NOW!"
FRIDAY NOVEMBER 5 "POST ELECTION REPUBLICAN VICTORY PARTY"
FRIDAY DECEMBER 3 "SOAR 2ND ANNUAL BENEFIT & CHRISTMAS PARTY
JANUARY 2011 NO MEETING
THURSDAY FEBRUARY 3 2011 - MEETING TOPIC To Be Determined
For more information contact SOAR at (248) 224-1973. The SOAR regularly meets every first Wednesday of the month with networking and refreshments beginning at 6:00 p.m. and the event starting at 7:00 p.m. in the Berkley American Legion.
Driving directions (click on the below link for a map):
American Legion: Berkley Post 3747
2079 12 Mile Rd
Berkley, MI 48072-1854
(248) 542-7668
*Be sure to check out past SOAR events in the archive!
Past Events
SOAR First Anniversary Gala & Candidate Fair
Thursday, July 1, 2010 – 6-8pm
Candidates from around the County and around the state joined us for our First Anniversary Gala & Candidate Fair on THURSDAY July 1, 2010. From 6pm-8pm there was food, adult beverages, music, and candidates for this years primary and general elections. Tables were set up so we could visit and get information from our candidate or their representative.
YOU are our next SOAR Speaker!
Wednesday, June 2, 2010 6-8pm
On Wednesday June 2, 2010, SOAR opened up the microphone to its membership! Each person had up to 5 minutes to discuss any topic desired.
MICHIGAN CONSTITUTIONAL CONVENTION STRAW POLL
South Oakland Area Republicans (SOAR) held a spirited debate on the Michigan Constitutional Convention on May 5th and the turnout was surprising! An emotional group listened as Henry Woloson gave a convincing presentation to vote in favor of the November proposal. Richard Studley, President of the Michigan Chamber of Commerce pitched the dangers of overhauling the Michigan Constitution. After some heated questions and comments from the audience a straw poll was taken. The straw poll revealed that 88% of those present did not want a revamp of our current Constitution, but would rather deal with issues on a case by case basis.
Stopping the TAXMAN!
How we can and should reduce our tax burden!
Wednesday, April 7, 2010
This meeting will focus on the specific types of Michigan taxes that we can work on removing. We will have a panel that includes Jack McHugh from the Mackinac Center, Leon Drolet from the Michigan Taxpayers Alliance, and Senator John Pappageorge, MI-13
Jack McHugh
McHugh is the Mackinac Center for Public Policy’s senior legislative analyst and editor of MichiganVotes.org, a unique Web site that puts the activities of the Michigan Legislature at citizens’ fingertips. Since the site was launched in 2001, McHugh has written or edited concise, plain-English descriptions of every bill, vote and amendment in the state House and Senate: 12,000 bills; 10,000 roll call votes; 8,000 amendments; and 2,400 new laws. These can all be searched and sorted on the MichiganVotes.org Web site.
Leon Drolet, Chair, Michigan Taxpayers Alliance
For 20 years, Drolet has been an anti-tax advocate and a champion of individual rights and smaller government. He was statewide chair of the Michigan Civil Rights Initiative, the successful November 2006 ballot proposal to eliminate the use of race and gender preferences in university admissions and government hiring or contracting.
Drolet has been a leader of the conservative caucus in the State House, supporting legislation strengthening property rights for citizens and providing tax cuts to individuals and businesses. Drolet studied Political Science at Oakland University and is a graduate of the Institute for Humane Studies.
Senator John Pappageorge, MI-13
John was born July 19, 1931, and raised on the east side of Detroit. His educational experience includes: Bachelor of Science in Engineering, US Military Academy, West Point, New York - 1954; Master of Arts in Government and Politics, University of Maryland at College Park - 1971; and the US Army War College - 1973. He served 30 years of active duty in the Infantry including two combat tours in Vietnam. He is airborne, ranger and pathfinder qualified. John's decorations include the Distinguished Service Medal, Superior Service Medal, four Legions of Merit, the Bronze Star, nine Air Medals, the Combat Infantryman's Badge and the Vietnamese Cross of Gallantry.
In 1998, John was elected to the State House of Representatives for the 41st District. The district then consisted of southern Troy, Clawson and northern Royal Oak. After redistricting, it now includes all of Troy and Clawson. He spent four years as a member of the House Appropriations Committee, and served his final two years on the policy side of the House as Chair of the Joint Committee on Administrative Rules and as a member of the Employment Relations, Training and Safety Committee, the Judiciary Committee, the Senior Health, Security and Retirement Committee and the Veterans Affairs and Homeland Security Committee.
Senator Pappageorge was elected to the Michigan Senate's 13th District in 2006.
SOAR Christmas Party Benefit
Friday, December 4, 2009
On Friday December 4th, 2009 South Oakland Area Republicans raised hundreds of dollars and over 150 pounds of non-perishable food donations for South Oakland County's hungry families.
Over 70 people came and enjoyed holiday cheer, live music and FREE Food while assisting Southern Oakland County's most needy.
Andrew "Rocky" Raczkowski, candidate for the US House, 9th District, came and personally donated to help South Oakland families. James Hardin, candidate for Michigan House, 14th District, was on hand as well. Members of SOAR & NORC showed up in force, as well as Birmingham Bloomfield Republicans, Young Republicans, and Cathy Settle of Let Freedom Reign.
The party was extended an extra hour due to the turnout!
"Open Mike Night"
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
Mike Bishop, Senate Majority Leader, filled us in on the insider politics and the "real side" of Governor Granholm in the Budget process.
Michael D. Bishop is in his final term as the representative of the 12th Senate District. Following the 2006 election, Bishop was nominated by his caucus, and chosen by his peers, to be Senate Majority Leader. As head of the Republican Caucus, Senator Bishop directs the agenda and is the lead spokesman for GOP policies in Michigan.
The Senator is a lifelong resident of Rochester where he carries out his most important roles as husband to his wife, Cristina, and father to their three children, Benjamin, Gabriella and Nathan.
More on Mike Bishop here.
Mike Gingell - Vice Chairman of the Board; Oakland County Commissioner, District 3 updated us on happenings at the County Government and how you can effect change in Oakland County!
Commissioner Michael J. Gingell is married to Karen and has three children. He graduated from Oakland University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration. He also earned a Master of Business Administration Degree from Wayne State University.
Commissioner Gingell is a Vice President at R.L. Polk & Company, an automotive information company, and is a previous recipient of the Automotive Hall of Fame Young Leadership & Excellence Award
The Habits of Highly Effective Activists
October 7, 2009
Almost 100 people gathered to hear four speakers elaborate on the Habits of Highly Effective Activists at the October SOAR Meeting.
The meeting was kicked off by an appearance of Andrew "Rocky" Raczkowski. He addressed the club and shared his vision of a sensible Michigan. He thanked the group for keeping activism alove while he was away defending our freedoms.
The program began with Leon Drolet shared an insight into the minds of Lawmakers in Lansing. Sean House gave specific small and simple things the average citizen can do do effect change on their favorite cause or passion. Tom Gagne detailed local activism and the steps it took to defeat an outside effort within the city limits. David Dudenhoefer spoke on passionate activism, and the benefits of working within the party.
Local citizens and activists held the meeting over an additional 90 minutes with great questions and comments.
SOAR Hosts the Secretary of State Debate
Wednesday, September 2, 2009
South Oakland Area Republicans (SOAR), Berkley-Royal Oak Republican Forum, Birmingham Bloomfield Republicans, Farmington Area Republicans, and the North Oakland Republican Club (NORC) presents the Secretary of State Debate!
Click on the poster to the right to view the details for the Secretary of State Debate.
Featuring Cameron Brown, Michelle McManus & Anne Norlander!
Location: Berkley American Legion (Downstairs)
2079 12 Mile Rd, Berkley, MI 48072
CLICK HERE for a map to the event.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
6:00 - 6:55 pm Social Hour (Cocktails & Snacks available)
6:55 - 7:00 pm Seating of Guests
7:00 - 9:00 pm SECRETARY OF STATE DEBATE
9:00 - 9:30 pm Meet the Candidates
SOAR Club First Meeting a Success!
Wednesday, July 1, 2009
The South Oakland Area Republicans held their Inaugural meeting on July 1, 2009 at the American Legion Hall in Berkley. Our first meeting was a tremendous success with 104 freedom-loving people in attendance.
Special guests included Oakland County Executive L. Brooks Patterson and Wendy Day, of the New Patriot Revolution, an organization planning Tea Party activities for Independence Day. Also attending were State Senator Cameron Brown, current Assistant Senate Majority leader and Michigan Secretary of State candidate, David Law, the Oakland County Republican Party Chairman, Paul Welday, candidate for the 9th congressional district, and a representatives from State Attorney General and Gubernatorial candidate Mike Cox, and current Secretary of State Terri Lynn Land’s Office.
Mr. Patterson highlighted Oakland County accomplishments, including a new distinction: the county was recently rated number one by the Center for Digital Government for its embrace of internet technology. In addition, Oakland County has maintained its AAA bond rating. Oakland County is one of 20 of the nation's 3,200 counties with a AAA rating.
Mr. Patterson expressed concerns about the future of Oakland County. Currently, Republicans hold a slim 13-12 edge in county commissioners' seats. Further, Democrats will outnumber Republicans three to two on the board that will draw new lines for those districts to elect a Commissioner in future elections. It is critical, then, that a republican majority be maintained, or increased on the Board of Commissioners. Republicans MUST STAY ACTIVE!
He said Democrats were more energized than Republicans in 2008. Citing Ronald Reagan, Mr. Patterson outlined several conservative principles Republican candidates need to emphasize. Included on that list: smaller, less intrusive government, balanced budgets, lower taxes, individual freedom and personal responsibility, a strong military, support for small business and the free enterprise system, energy independence and the family as the foundation of our nation.
Ms. Day talked about her involvement in the Tea Party movement. She also spoke of her role on the local school board pressed the importance of liberty and personal responsibility. Ms. Day, a successful School Board Candidate in the recent election, described her position as "a pain, but worth it." From her perspective, Ms. Day sees a sizable portion of the state's budget devoted to "training students to be socialists or good global citizens."
State Sen. Cameron Brown, also spoke. He updated those in attendance about the proposed new state police headquarters. An amendment to not fund the headquarters has passed the state senate, but funding remains a possibility, pending House action. Mr. Law shared his commitment to SOAR and the southern portion of the county and noted it as a key area in the 2010 election. Mr. Welday gave a talk on the basics of his campaign principles, and of continuing support for conservative candidates in 2010.
NORC & SOAR
1st Annual Great American Family Picnic
Saturday, June 20, 2009
Click on the poster to the right to view the details for the NORC & SOAR Picnic!
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