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Chester Patriots fight Agenda 21

Aha — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 22:47:04 +0000

Excerpt from a 1 February 2012 article titled “Citizens Speak out about Comp Plan”:

It looked as those in favor of Chesterfield County’s new draft countywide comprehensive plan stayed home last Wednesday when the Board of Supervisors listened to comments during a public hearing. Over 30 citizens took to the podium to express their opinion of the draft plan that has cost more than a $1 million to produce and has taken three years to wind its way to Chesterfield’s Board of Supervisors. Only a few speakers expressed total support of the draft plan. One speaker focused on transportation; mostly public transportation routes. … Many of the speakers expressed their concern for the plan because of their opinion that the comprehensive plan is part of a wider effort called Agenda 21. Agenda 21 is an action plan of the United Nations related to sustainable development and was an outcome of the United Nations Conference on Environment and Development held in 1992. It is a comprehensive blueprint of action to be taken in every area in which humans directly affect the environment. Area Tea Party groups have begun to speak out on their opposition to sustainable development, environment and property rights. …

For more of the article, go to The Village News.

FLA Primary Exit Poll Data: Tea Party Support Strong

Aha — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 23:37:29 +0000

Want a breakout of the Florida primary exit polls? Take a look at the article from the NY Times Herald Tribune . Excerpt below:

Exit poll data from voters in the Florida primary Tuesday shows support for the Tea Party is strong here, as it was in South Carolina. About two-thirds of primary voters in Florida say they support the Tea Party, and nearly 4 in 10 say they strongly support the Tea Party. About half of primary voters in New Hampshire were Tea Party supporters, according to a report on the New York Times web site on the exit poll information.

An American Awakening

TRS — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 04:35:47 +0000

From the lodge, Glacier National Park, Montana

To say that this is an important year in our nation’s history is quite the understatement. “Historical” is a better adjective, but even that doesn’t seem to reflect the dire situation that America is facing. In November, we will decide how our great country moves forward. In my mind, there are two choices: 1. Socialism, and the end of the Great American Experiment. Or 2. A striking and deliberate return to the principles of our Founding Fathers, and the salvation of an idea for which so many have fought to protect: Liberty. The choice will be of the present, but it shall be heard ringing deep into our nation’s future. The magnitude of the moment is clear to me. Sadly, many people do not see it the way I do. People in our federal government are actively seeking to destroy everything we have come to know and love about America, and how she was founded. The Constitution has been under relentless assault by this President, who routinely disrespects America’s most sacred document and the laws it sets forth. Most of our government leaders in Congress have fallen far short of our expectations, save a few freshmen with gravitas. There is nothing that impassions me more than the thought of protecting this country, for which I so deeply love. As a 28-year old veteran, many could say that I have already done my patriotic duty. I am proud of my military service, but now, as a civilian, I have been seeking new ways to continue my fight for the noble Cause. Thankfully, I have found a group of individuals who share my ideals. And the future is looking bright. The Richmond Tea Party was established in February 2009. It has grown to become the largest of the Tea Party movements in Virginia, and I am one of their newest members. During my orientation, it became immediately clear that I was once again among patriots. For the first time since I left the military, I didn’t feel alone. We recited the pledge of allegiance, hands over hearts, as I had once done in the days of my youth. I felt a sweeping relief as I suddenly realized that there are others who are just as restless and have never lost hope. The moment was powerful. I believe that there are many, like me, who are looking for a way to make a difference in the future of our country. The Tea Party, on a national level, has already begun to shape our return to Constitutional integrity. The results of the 2010 congressional elections were a giant step in that direction. The fight, however, has only just begun. And there is nothing more satisfying to me than knowing that I will be a part of it…part of the Great Cause of our time. As Thomas Paine wrote, “The sun never shined on a cause of greater worth.” It is time to wake up and embrace the sunlight once again.

Radtke on Fox Business Channel: TONIGHT @ 10PM

Aha — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 22:59:54 +0000

Tune in Folks!

What: Jamie Radtke will be a guest on “Follow the Money” with Eric Bolling (Fox Business Channel).

When: 10pm tonight ( 13 January 2011)

Topic: Radtke remarks on Wasserman-Schultz’s accusations that the Tea Party is to blame for the Gabby Giffords shooting.

Radtke for Senate

Phone: 804-451- 5985

Fax: 804-451- 5986

Email: info@Radtkeforsenate.com

HQ: 9840 Midlothian Turnpike, Suite R. Richmond 23235

New Leadership, New Direction for a New Year

JoeGuarino — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 00:55:41 +0000

New Leadership, New Direction for a New Year

The Richmond Tea Party has embarked on a new direction with fresh faces in 2012. This year will be about communication and elections. If we don’t make a difference in Virginia and national politics—especially as a battleground state for the presidential race—we might as well pack up and go home. Yet, with the vigor and vitality that we have come to know from the thousands of supporters just in the Greater Richmond area, we have the hope and expectation that We the People will make a difference…and a lasting impression. Throughout this year, you our supporters will be hearing lots more from the Richmond Tea Party. Obviously, during the next 60 days, we will inform you about the latest on events at the General Assembly and ask you to engage your legislators. During that time, you will hear about the effort to collect thousands of signatures to put our very own Jamie Radtke’s name on the ballot for the Republican primary in June. You will hear about our effort to turn out the vote for Jamie on June 12. In the middle of that, we will let you know about the annual Tax Day Rally, but at a new location and with a fresh day of events. And throughout the year, we will inform you about what you can do to elect a candidate to the US presidency that will truly represent Tea Party principles. So, stay tuned and get involved. To help us through all this and to make the Richmond Tea Party a much nimbler organization, one more responsive to its supporters, we have taken the bold step of appointing a new executive director, Phil Rapp. A retiree from the international corporate world, he brings time, steadfastness, and organization skills necessary to guide us along this path, ensuring that our day-to-day operations flow more smoothly and efficiently and that we meet the short- and long-term goals we set. We have also appointed three additional people to round out the cadre of corporate officers: Andreanna Anastasiou as assistant executive director; Julie Serfass as secretary, and Mike Muldowney as treasurer. The Board from 2011 will return and be joined by real estate developer, Phil Scott. In addition, government affairs consultant Joe Guarino will be serving as the new chairman. Turning to elections, last November, we joined other Tea Partiers across Virginia in electing several new Tea Party-minded legislators to come to Richmond to reduce the size of government, cut spending, and push the feds back to their constitutional boundaries. Today marks the beginning of the General Assembly’s 60-day session. Instead of wiping our hands and leaving the legislators to themselves, we will be holding them accountable and following through on the fruits of our labor during the 2011 election cycle. We will be watching and talking closely with the numerous delegates and senators who agree with the Tea Party and who will not engage in politics as usual. This year will prove to be a pivotal watershed on many fronts. America is being presented with a clear choice: will we continue in the direction of expanding government influence in and control over every aspect of our lives, or will we finally turn around and go in the opposite direction of less government influence and control, freeing the American people to innovate and provide for themselves and each other? Richmond Tea Party has chosen the latter. Until three years ago, many of you had never engaged in the political process but decided to get involved and support our efforts by attending or writing checks. That’s good and a step in the right direction. We hope that you will take the next step and get active, helping us free our nation and protect our children’s future from an intrusive government that wants to control everything. Stay tuned for opportunities to get engaged and make 2012 the year America turns back to freedom. The Board of the Richmond Tea Party

Youth Votes Count!

Aha — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 04:06:49 +0000

Youth Votes Count!

NEEDED!

Richmond Tea Party Volunteers

VCU’s Student Organization Volunteer Opportunity (SOVA) Spring Fair

Date: 20 January 2012 Time: 11a.m to 2p.m. Where: VCU Student Commons, 907 Floyd Avenue Purpose: Educate, inform, and recruit volunteers We’ll have a table set up with fliers and goodies to hand out, and our “Wheel of Fortune” quiz game will be on hand to help attract the crowd. About 1,000 students are expected to attend. Interested? Contact: Kevin Dumville

804-366-2610.

kevind@richmondteaparty.com

Virginians! Protect Your Property Rights

Aha — Sat, 07 Jan 2012 15:33:28 +0000

This call for action is from Americans for Prosperity.

Also note that the Cooperative Legislative Action Committee (CoLA) believes protecting Virginians’ property rights is a priority. (www.cola. virginiateapartypatriots.com)

Dear Virginian: Join us in protecting property rights in Virginia. Experts on property rights, land use, and Agenda 21 will share with you why now is the time to stand up for property rights in Virginia. The Virginia General Assembly Session starts next week, and protecting property rights and land use are top priorities for AFP-VA. This year the Assembly will vote on a Property Rights Amendment to the Virginia Constitution. Guaranteeing the private property rights of all Virginians is important. It is especially important in light of the many threats to your private property, such as: sustainable development requirements, local cap & trade regulations, energy efficiency standards, forced wind & solar energy requirements, and green building codes standards. Come learn how you can protect your and your neighbor’s property rights. Now is the time to stand up for Property Rights in Virginia. Click here to join us Thursday, January 19^th at 7pm at the Henrico County Board of Supervisors Meeting Room. I hope to see you there! Sincerely, Audrey Jackson State Director Americans for Prosperity-Virginia

Americans for Prosperity (AFP) is a nationwide organization of citizen-leaders committed to advancing every individual’s right to economic freedom and opportunity. AFP believes reducing the size and intrusiveness of government is the best way to promote individual productivity and prosperity for all Americans. AFP educates and engages citizens to support restraining state and federal government growth and returning government to its constitutional limits. AFP is more than 1.8 million activists strong, with activists in all 50 states. AFP has 34 state chapters and affiliates. More than 90,000 Americans in all 50 states have made a financial contribution to AFP or AFP Foundation. Americans for Prosperity does not support or oppose candidates for public office. For more information, visit www.americansforprosperity.org

RTP Organizational Changes

EricM — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 05:13:59 +0000

RTP Organizational Changes

Fellow supporters and volunteers: As we turn the page on 2011 and enter into a new year, RTP is excited to announce some structural changes within the organization that we believe will bring fresh new ideas and a streamlined operational model for the group going forward. In 2012, we are reclassifying the President and Vice-President roles to Executive Director and Assistant Executive Director, respectively. A Chairman of the Board (of Directors) has been appointed, who will work closely with the executive director on RTP initiatives and to coordinate day-to-day operations. I’d like to introduce your RTP management team:

Board of Directors	Officers
Joe Guarino (& Chairman of the Board) Susan Lascolette Corky Mann Eric McGrane Phil Scott Jon Wakefield Gilbert Wilkerson	Phil Rapp – Executive Director Andreanna Anastasiou – Assistant Executive Director Julie Serfass – Secretary

In addition to the volunteers above, RTP will continue to have a mix of targeted committees/working teams to execute our plans/goals for the year, and we will share the committee structure as we finalize our plans for 2012. I would also like to take this opportunity to say THANK YOU to our current committee chairman and members…it is only through your energy and initiative that RTP is successful. It has been a pleasure serving you this past year as RTP president, observing as the organization matured and refined its mission. Passion for tea party principles across the commonwealth (and country) continues to grow, and I am excited as I look forward to the various opportunities that 2012 will present. As always, please do not hesitate to contact us with any suggestions/concerns you may have. May 2012 bring us victories in the battleground of ideas as we work to further those tea party principles, Eric McGrane

Rasmussen Poll: Voters’ Expectations with Federal Spending

JoeGuarino — Mon, 02 Jan 2012 14:17:18 +0000

It’s sad that most American voters have this jaded view of the federal government. See this poll from Rasmussen.

Can the TEA Party change this? YES, IT CAN!! Only if YOU get involved. Sign up now.

Voters don’t expect spending cuts Excerpt:

Most voters don’t believe government spending will go down if Republicans control both the White House and Congress, and they’re sure spending will go up if Democrats are in charge of both branches of government. The latest Rasmussen Reports national telephone survey finds that just 38% of Likely U.S. Voters believe government spending is likely to go down if a Republican is elected president and the GOP wins control of both the House of Representatives and the Senate. Twenty-six percent (26%) think spending will go up, and 29% predict that it will stay about the same. (To see survey question wording, click here.)

Hampton Roads Tea Party endorses Jamie Radtke for US Senate

EricM — Sat, 31 Dec 2011 04:37:16 +0000

The Hampton Roads Tea Party released its endorsement of US Senate candidate Jamie Radtke today. Mrs. Radtke is running for the republican nomination to replace outgoing US Senator Jim Webb, with the republican primary being held on June 12th, 2012. Mrs. Radtke lives in the Richmond area, and is the prior President of the Richmond Tea Party and is Chairwoman Emeritus of the Virginia Tea Party Patriots Federation (a coalition of various tea party/patriot groups from all across Virginia). The details:

HRTP Endorses Mrs. Jamie Radtke for US Senate

The Hampton Roads Tea Party is pleased to announce its endorsement of Mrs. Jamie Radtke for US Senate. Her record of support for Constitutional limits on government, her work in opposing Obamacare in Virginia, and her complete dedication to the values of the tea party movement make her the preferred choice for US Senator from Virginia. If elected, we believe that Mrs. Radtke would best articulate and actualize the idea that limited government is best for the United States and would oppose any efforts to further increase the debt imposed on the citizens of our nation. She understands well the threat posed by efforts designed to attack the sovereignty of the United States and would be a powerful voice for change in the US Senate. We arrived at this decision through the polling of the entire membership and the unanimous decision of the board in assessing the field of candidates, including declared candidates from Democratic and Republican parties in the balloting. In assessing her candidacy, we see a path to victory that Mrs. Radtke is well equipped to take advantage of. With the support of thousands of liberty-minded individuals in Virginia, Mrs. Radtke can win the GOP nomination and defeat any likely candidate in the general election to become the first female US Senator from Virginia. We continue the spirit of 2010 as we encourage all who hold the values of limited government, Constitutionally protected rights, and personal responsibility as paramount considerations for office holders, to fully support her candidacy and the values that Mrs. Radtke stands for. Please refer to http://radtkeforsenate.com/home/ for specific campaign information.

From the HRTP website