Next Meeting: September 2005

The Washington College Republican Club has finished up yet another year of promoting conservative issues both on campus and in the community. During the past academic year, the WC College Republicans have taken part in a variety of activities, including the reelection of President Bush. A list of major activities throughout the year includes:Pre-presidential debate between the College Democrats and College Republicans

• Participated in Chestertown's Annual Halloween Parade
• Attended the Conservative Political Action Conference in Washington, DC
• Organized a trip to the National Firearm's Museum
• Welcomed Presidential Advisor Karl Rove to campus for his lecture, "The Polarized Press: Media and Politics in the Age of Bush"
• Held a "field-day" event with the College Democrats

Although we have ended our activities for the year, we look forward to a strong non-election year with our new club leaders:

• President: Rachel Levengood
• Vice President: Jenny Wilson (Fall), Kerry Delaney (Spring)
• Treasurer: Tammy Barnes
• Secretary: Rachel Stahm

Continued involvement in the political process is crucial for everyone, but especially Republicans in Maryland as we are on the verge of a potential realignment within the state. In 2006, Governor Ehrlich will seek second term, the entire Maryland General Assembly will be up for reelection, as will the members of the US House of Representatives, and five-term US Senator Paul Sarbanes is thought by many to be retiring, making it possible for Maryland to elect a Republican Senator.

Our continued activity on campus and in the community, while less intensive, is nonetheless important to building awareness to our cause. While the American public is divided still, more citizens are recognizing and agreeing with the values, ideal and proposals put forth by the Republican Party. The College Republicans have shown, consistently, that petty partisan politics cannot overcome good policy and we intend to continue with that approach by building bridges and explaining the foundations of our beliefs.

If you are interested in making a difference around campus, in the community and elsewhere, do not hesitate to attend one of our meetings or drop by one of our events. Activism is not reserved merely for the election season; it should be a constant.

As always, please keep our men and women overseas in your thoughts and prayers.

Created and Maintained by Daniel Holler
Updated: May 7, 2005