Oregon convention recap
Tuesday, April 15th, 2008In OREGON, more than 100 CRs attended the three (3) day convention that cost approximately $18,000. Appropriately, given its length and price tag, the Oregon CRs don’t refer to it merely as a convention, but as a super-convention…
The third of its kind, the Oregon super-convention taught attendees “the dynamics behind grassroots activism.”
John Swanson, […]
Word from California
Tuesday, April 15th, 2008In regards to state the California College Republicans, as well as to their convention, current chairman Ryan Clumpner writes:
It’s going great. CRs all over the state have been volunteering for various races that are going to the polls on June 3rd.
This weekend is the CCR Convention in San Diego. It’s going to be incredible. […]
Conventions: Send us the scoop on yours
Tuesday, April 15th, 2008Specifically, this post seeks out information on upcoming elections, including, but not limited to: Tennessee, Maryland, Louisiana and Texas
From here on out, every Thursday CR Nation will write a convention run-down post. The purpose is to give a concise snapshot of College Republican events taking place each week as federations elect new leadership, […]
Despite rain, Michigan CRs determined to make a difference
Monday, April 14th, 2008A message from Matt Hall, Youth Chair for the Michigan Republican Party:
We all know it’s an election year and that there is no shortage of candidates that need our help. Today, I was a part of almost 75 GOP Youth volunteers who, despite the rain, hit the streets in Oakland County to knock doors for […]
Tennessee Convention recap
Monday, April 14th, 2008From left to right: Ryan Turbeville (east vice-chair), Will Croswell (CRNC field director), Cameron Pruette (vice-chairman), Jared Anderson (chairman)
In TENNESSEE, convention attendees heard from state representative Doug Overbey, Lamar Alexander’s political director Jeremy Harrell and CRNC National Field Director Will Crosswell (who has a write-up on the TN convention here).
The following officers were […]
Convention recaps
Sunday, April 13th, 2008In addition to the other conventions mentioned in the most recent convention run-down post, this convention recap will include some brief information concerning a convention I was unaware of prior to the beginning of the weekend.
That convention is Kansas.
Putting Kansas aside for a moment, let me begin with the state of Colorado.
In COLORADO, […]
Weekend convention run-down
Thursday, April 10th, 2008As far as I know, there are eight conventions this weekend: Colorado, Connecticut, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, North Carolina, Tennessee and Texas.
I have not yet received much information on Colorado’s convention. Although, I do know that CRNC Chairman Charlie Smith will be in attendance and that Erica Castelo from DU and her slate is […]
Meet the MACR chair candidates
Thursday, April 10th, 2008Because the MACR chairman’s race is one of the highest profile, competitive races this year, CR Nation thought it would be good if CRs could learn more about the two candidates. A survey was sent to the candidates, who have graciously answered the questions. After reading the questions and answers, give your opinion on who […]
RI Convention
Wednesday, April 9th, 2008Fundraiser on Friday night from 7-9 p.m.
Convention business on Saturday from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m.
Cost: $25 for students
Rumor: Gwozdz, Ventura support Lockman
Wednesday, April 9th, 2008Below is a message sent out to the Brian Gwozdz for Chairman Facebook group.
On that state of things in MA, a CR Nation mole reports that Mr. Gwozdz and Mr. Ventura have offered their assistance to Ms. Lockman; that Ms. Lockman will be getting Mr. Ventura’s endorsement in the next day or so […]
