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BAKERSFIELD – The Kern County Young Republicans will host a GOP candidates meet and greet, immediately followed by their endorsing convention on Monday, May 3rd at the Bell Tower Club in Bakersfield.

All Republican candidates in races, ranging from the US House of Representatives to Kern County Board of Supervisors, have been invited.  All interested Republicans are invited to stop by this free meet and greet and hear what our Republican candidates have to say!

WHAT:   Kern County Young Republicans Candidates
Meet & Greet and Endorsing Convention

WHEN:   Monday, May 3rd, 2010
6:00pm-7:00pm

WHERE:  Bell Tower Club
1200 Truxtun Avenue
Bakersfield, CA

The KCYRs also contest the recent illegitimate endorsement announced by former members of CYR, Inc. who are improperly using the CYR name and touted by Ken Mettler, Candidate for the 32nd Assembly District.  Under the bylaws that govern the organization, local clubs are the proper organization to issue an endorsement in a local race.  Article XV A3 of the CYR, Inc bylaws states, “…no endorsement for such local office shall be made unless a specific endorsement is requested by Chapter in such candidate’s district…”
“The CYR, Inc bylaws are clear that they do not allow the state organization to supersede a local club in endorsing a local candidate,” said Bryan Williams, Chairman of the Kern County Young Republicans.  “At our monthly meeting held Monday, April 19th, Mr. Mettler was directly asked not to accept the illegitimate endorsement made by those seeking to benefit their own political careers by attempting to harm the KCYRs directly.  We continue to ask Mr. Mettler to reject their endorsement and wait for the KCYRs to hold a proper vote at our May 3rd endorsing convention.”

The Kern County Young Republicans were chartered in 1954 with the stated purpose of informing members and the public on political matters, supporting and volunteering for Republican candidates and playing an active and constructive role in the community.  Over the years Kern County Young Republicans have served on numerous campaigns, worked for elected officials in many different levels of government and gone on to find great success in worlds of politics, business and law, to count just a few.

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The SMYR’s have put out some endorsements for candidates that show they are conservative, principle based and dedicated to helping the party.

We will be having more guest speakers as the month roles along and this meeting will not be complete without at least one. Keep a look out for updates about the next great speaker! Hope to see you all there!

For those of you have never had the opportunity to attend a monthly meeting, the address is below:

Location: Republican HQ
Street: 9851 Horn Rd Ste. 100
City/Town: Sacramento, CA

California Young Republicans, Inc. (“California Young Republicans” or “CYRs”) filed a demand for arbitration today against former officers Jenniffer Rodriguez and Rohit Joy.  On December 5, 2009, CYR held an annual convention where new officers were elected.  After this convention, former Chair Rodriguez and former Secretary Joy disregarded the election results and continued to portray themselves as leaders of CYR despite no longer holding positions with the organization.  Ms. Rodriguez and Mr. Joy further flaunted CYR’s organizational integrity on February 21, 2010 by holding a convention purporting to represent CYR and issuing endorsements on behalf of the organization without the approval of CYR.

The leadership of CYR has made every attempt to pursue dispute resolution within the requirements set forth by the California Republican Party and the Young Republican National Federation.  These efforts have been unsuccessful and with all administrative remedies having been exhausted the CYR Board of Directors voted on March 3, 2010 to proceed with the arbitration process.  The arbitration process has been initiated and will proceed as outlined in the bylaws of the California Young Republicans, Inc. as well as in accordance with the bylaws of the California Republican Party and the Young Republican National Federation.

Click here to read the complaint in its entirety.

Former CYR Chairmen statement on this weekend’s Young Republican convention:
 
We have been informed that there is currently a dispute over the leadership of the California Young Republicans, Inc. and we are concerned to hear that a Young Republican convention is being held this weekend that will potentially take actions on endorsing candidates for statewide office under the title of California Young Republicans.  As past Chairmen of California Young Republicans, Incorporated we would ask that the participants of this weekend’s convention and those claiming to be in leadership positions of this organization not take part in any action that would issue an endorsement or any other public position.
 
We hope that the parties involved in the dispute over the leadership of the California Young Republicans will quickly agree to a dispute resolution process or neutral arbitration.  It has always been the goal of California Young Republicans to be a positive force for the Republican Party and we ask those participating this weekend to continue that tradition.

Sincerely,                

Congressman Kevin McCarthy
CYR, Inc. Chairman, 1995-1997
YRNF Chairman, 1999-2001

Julie Gallaher
CYR, Inc. Chairman, 1991-1993                                                       

Ana Helman
CYR, Inc. Chairman, 2001-2003                                                  

Leigh Ann Cook
CYR, Inc. Chairman, 2003-2004

Catherine Brinkman
CYR, Inc. Chairman, 2004-2008

The theme is “Moulin Rouge” this is our first New Year Eve Dance Party.
From 7:00pm – 1:15am Come have lots of Food, Dancing and Drinks with the New Hip Republicans. Your life will change significantly by coming to this unbelievable get down and party with us event. We are not your typical Republicans, we live and love life to the fullest.
We are going to have a special announced guest of Republican Leader’s and Talk Show Host you will be able to meet.

The location is “The Granada” located in an elegant four-story building from the 1930’s; the Granada has become the premier Spanish dining and dancing experience in Southern California. The establishment hosts a dance floor, a tapas restaurant, and a salsa dancing school called, “Let’s Dance L.A.”. Each Friday and Saturday, the best salsa bands in the area come to entertain pulsing crowds till 3, or 4 in the morning. The restaurant cooks up unique tapas dishes like fried calamari and zucchini, as well as Spanish takes on standard American fare, like the Spanish club sandwich. If there is any other place that is more authentically Spanish, chances are you’re on the other side of the Atlantic, amigo.

Click here for more info.

We will be also accepting donations and collecting Toys for children. All donations can be made out to “Sacramento Metropolitan Young Republicans” and Toys should be a minimum of $10 in value, unwrapped. You can drop off toys or donations at the door.

This Christmas you can make a big difference in a child’s life by bringing a toy and support a great new group of active young republicans all in one. Come enjoy a meal with us and show your support!

$30.00 For SMYR or Placer YR Members
$35.0o  Guests
$50.00 For Sponsors

Questions? Contact Anthony Garcia

RSVP on SMYR’s facebook page

We will be also accepting donations and collecting Toys for children. All donations can be made out to “Sacramento Metropolitan Young Republicans” and Toys should be a minimum of $10 in value, unwrapped. You can drop off toys or donations at the door.

This Christmas you can make a big difference in a child’s life by bringing a toy and support a great new group of active young republicans all in one. Come enjoy a meal with us and show your support!

Last year’s party was such a good time at Christa & Kevin Burton’s home, that they have graciously agreed to host the party again this year!

Please save Friday, December 18th, 2009 at 8PM for the Christmas Party.

As it gets closer to party time, I will send more reminders – but be sure to mark your calendar now!

On behalf of the Board,
Bryan