Carbon County Republican Committee

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MaryEllen Salerno, County Chairwoman of the Carbon County Republican Committee, today announced the Nesquehoning Republican Club has agreed to become the nucleus for a newly forming Panther Valley Republican Club. Rather than have small GOP clubs in each municipality in the county I am seeking to have larger clubs in each of the five schools districts that make up Carbon County . The Nesquehoning Club has for years been the largest and most active club in the Panther Valley and has agreed to seek membership in Lansford, Nesquehoning and Summit Hill starting in 2012. Temporarily Michael Frey will serve as President of the Panther Valley Republican Club, TomOuly as Vice President and R.Mickey Angst as Secretary/Treasurer. A membership drive is now under way in all three towns with officers to be elected for two year terms in early February. . The Nesquehoning club and the Summit Hill club are donating their remaining funds to the new club in an account to be opened at the Jim Thorpe National Bank since it has offices in both Lansford and Nesquehoning. Meetings will be at the call of the chair and temporarily at the Maple Shade Community Room but later may be rotated to locations in the three towns depending on the success of the membership drives.

Salerno said she is hopeful the new larger club can be a driving force in the 2012 General Election as we seek to elect Republicans as President, Vice President, U.S. Senator, Congressmen and State Representatives. Obviously the Panther Valley Republican Club should become a force in the reelection of Doyle Heffley in the 122th District and Jerry Knowles in the 124th.

Locally the new club will support the successful Republican nominees for county office, school board, mayor, tax collector, council and other local offices.

Membership dues will remain at $2.00. Dues and donations can be submitted to Panther Valley Republican Club, c/o R. Mickey Angst, 243 West High Street, Nesquehoning, Pa. 18240.

Reducing the size of government.
Streamlining the bureaucracy.
Returning power to the states.

These are all stances the Republican Party, in opposition to the Democratic Party, adopted early in our history. The Republican Party, since its inception, has been at the forefront of the fight for individuals rights in opposition to a large, bloated government.

For 150 years, our Party has found its purpose in its principles. We confront big challenges instead of passing them on to future generations. We move forward with needed reforms to make the government work better for citizens. We fight important battles and champion freedom because by expanding liberty, we make our nation more secure.

As the party of the open door, while steadfast in our commitment to our ideals, we respect and accept that members of our Party can have deeply held and sometimes differing views. This diversity is a source of strength, not a sign of weakness, and so we welcome into our ranks all who may hold differing positions. We commit to resolve our differences with civility, trust, and mutual respect, and to affirm the common goals and beliefs that unite us.

These are values worthy of a great nation. And they are values worth fighting for. Republicans have always been the Party of fresh ideas and new thinking.

As Republicans, we believe in:

• Ensuring that Americans remain safe, terrorists are defeated, and democracy flourishes in the world
• Expanding opportunities for ownership and investment
• Making tax relief permanent and ensuring greater energy independence
• Increasing the affordability and accessibility of health care
• Protecting the sanctity of marriage and the rights of the unborn
• Preparing students for success in life by bringing the benefits of education reform to high schools
• Helping workers adjust to a changing economy by offering flexible training options that meet their individual needs

Republicans address the issues facing America

• Winning the War on Terror, because our government’s most solemn duty is to keep its citizens safe
• Ushering in an Ownership Era, because a vibrant entrepreneurial spirit will keep our economy strong and provide more opportunities for workers and families.
• Building an Innovative Economy to Compete in the World, because America can compete with anyone, anywhere, thanks to our entrepreneurs and risk-takers who keep us on the cutting-edge of technology and commerce.
• Strengthening Our Communities, because our children deserve to grow up in an America in which all their hopes and dreams can become true.
• Protecting Our Families, because we respect the family’s role as a touchstone of ability and strength in an ever-changing world.