A Hand-Hewn Letter to Citizens of the Free World
© 2024 by Peter Coe Verbica,
Chairman emeritus,
California Congress of Republicans
Thank you! Thank you! Chapters, members and friends of the California Congress of Republicans (“CCR”), thank you! We could end our message here, because really, our primary message is to reiterate our unbridled appreciation.
Now, if you are familiar with our noble work, you know that CCR is a guardian at the gates of Western Civilization. We are a 501(c)(4), a non-profit organization which operates exclusively to promote social welfare.
Before we begin, we could ask you a question. What is the biggest difference between Republicans and Democrats? Republicans sign their checks on the front, and democrats sign on the back. We are the payers. Democrats are the takers.
And, if you are wondering, how do you confuse a Liberal, you do not. They are born that way. Our primary goal is to bring common sense to the ignorant, so that as they grow older and wiser, they will realize with assurance who is their friend and who is their enemy.
The words herein are board and batten of a barn still under construction; as such, it is a barn constructed with rough but reliable wood. It is unfinished carpentry, and it may leave you with a few splinters. But know that the timbers are solid. The joists are square, and the trusses are true. The clerestory windows invite the light.
For those who hate Trump, we have a simple truth: if you hate Trump, you are really going to hate Communism. As Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. acknowledges, today’s Democrat party is not the party of his famous uncle, John F. Kennedy. It is not the party of Harry Truman. It is a party placing a dark shadow over the First Amendment. It is a party looking to silence and intimidate.
We understand the nuance of what being “unburdened by the past” really means. It is code-speak for Marxism. Communism is an indelible stain upon the history of humanity; it is a scourge responsible for killing more than 100 million people. How ironic that Leftists cloak themselves in the assurance that they are the saviors of democracy.
George Orwell warned us of such propaganda which replaces up with down and good with vile. As Ayn Rand illuminates,
“There is no difference between communism and socialism, except in the means of achieving the same ultimate end:
communism proposes to enslave men by force, socialism – by vote. It is merely the difference between murder and suicide.”
A Word From
Mark Hershey, CCR President
Our Ballots Have Arrived
We all should have received our ballots by now. It is the election Season in California. I cannot stress enough how important it is for each of us to vote. And we must convince all our family members, friends, neighbors to vote as well. Many of us are working with local campaigns to get out Republican voters by phone banking, door knocking, sign waving, and financial support. This is particularly important, but do not forget to have your closest relationships vote.
Getting Republicans out to vote is especially important since we are only 24% of the registered voters in California. Presidential elections historically have higher voter turnout, with 70% voting in 2020. Terrible policies by the current Democrat controlled regime have caused high inflation, unprecedented gasoline prices, poor economic conditions for businesses, out of control crime, massive homelessness problem, open border crisis, fentanyl deaths, and demonization of parents by public school officials. These issues are motivating Republican and NPP voters while discouraging Democrat voters. If 80% of Republicans vote while only 50% of Democrats vote, we can break the stranglehold the Democratic supermajority has on California. It is not realistic to think we can win every race, but we must re-elect our Republican incumbents while we add more Republicans to Congress, Assembly and State Senate. The most impactful influences on our own living conditions are the policies and ordinances made by our local offices. Do not overlook the importance of electing qualified, responsible candidates for city council, water board, and school board offices. Removing the one party dominated legislature begins with baby steps, but I believe we can make a big jump this cycle.
Welcome to CCR!
Mark Hershey, CCR President
The CCR has many objectives, some of which are: (a) to become an influential political force for constructive action to preserve and protect responsible constitutional government, (b) to educate members and the public at large regarding pending legislation, candidates for public office, and the important issues of the day, (c) to encourage qualified Republicans to seek public office, (d) to help Republican candidates get elected, (e) to increase Republican registration and voter turnout, and (f) to promote unity, effectiveness and loyalty among all Republican groups.
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Speaker Series
To achieve some of CCR objectives, we partnered with South Peninsula Area Republican Coalition (SPARC) to provide a monthly “Speaker’s Series” presentation. An important and timely topic is selected and then an outstanding speaker is scheduled for the event. These topics include: “What’s Next for the Supreme Court”; U.S. and China relations; California ballot initiatives; post-election analysis; legislative attacks on Proposition 13; and the effects of Propositions 47 and 57 on the criminal justice system.
About the CCR
The California Congress of Republicans (CCR) is a grass-roots political organization, founded in 1989 and permanently chartered by the California Republican Party. CCR is built upon the shared Republican principles of Limited Government, Lower Taxes to create genuine economic opportunities, individual liberty, personal responsibility and leadership in world freedom.
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California Congress of Republicans provide an opportunity for like-minded individuals who share important core values to network and socialize with each other. This camaraderie can be furthered by participating in or joining a chartered organization in their community. Because CCR is statewide and a chartered organization, its members’ voices are heard at the California State Republican Party level.
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California Congress of Republicans (CCR) is a statewide organization, permanently chartered by the California Republican Party with chapters throughout the State of California. Many of our members also serve on their respective county Republican Central Committees and local Republican clubs.
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We welcome new members with diverse ideas, who relish the power of teamwork. We will assist you in building your chapter. CCR helps identify, bring forward and endorse statewide candidates.
To discuss or have questions concerning the CCR or it’s Chapter’s you can reach out to:
- Mark Hershey – CCR President
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