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Congratulations To The New GBYR Executive Board
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To my fellow Young Republicans:
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On June 3, 2010, Young Republicans gathered together at the Park Plaza hotel to elect the new officers of the Greater Boston Young Republican (GBYR) Executive Board. Thank you to those that attended the election. The newly elected 2010-11 GBYR Executive Board members are:
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Chair – Barry Dellecese
Vice Chair – Nick Dowd
Secretary – Erin Maloney
Treasurer – Nathan Ulrich
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(a bio of each may be found on the Executive Board page of this website)
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The incoming officers for the 2010-11 GBYR term will undoubtedly work both hard and professionally to continue our success in expanding the Young Republican grassroots movement here in the Greater Boston Area. Please join me in wishing them all the best of luck with moving the organization forward during the next year.
Regards
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Chuck Smiarowski
Past Chairman
GBYR
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Volunteers Needed For Local Soup Kitchen
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Young Republicans and Republicans of All ages:
Please help Boston's less fortunate this summer. How? By committing one Saturday this summer to volunteer with the MA Federation of Young Republicans at Saturday's Bread, a local soup kitchen we have been involved with for nine (9) years and counting. We need 7 volunteers on each of the below Saturdays. If you want to volunteer more than once, that's great.
Saturday's Bread is a local, non-profit soup kitchen that is run entirely by volunteers. With no paid staff, and no government money, we have been providing hot nutritious meals since the 1980s. June 5 is the first YR day, and its coming up this weekend. If you can volunteer, please email Richard Wheeler at
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ricwheel@aol.com
or 617 872 0096
Date(s): Saturday June 5, July 3, August 7, September 4
Time: 12:30pm - 4:30pm
Location: St. John's the Evangelist Church, 35 Bowdoin Street, Beacon Hill, Boston - near Fanueil Hall/State House
(NOTE: Do not go to Bowdoin Street in Dorchester)
Enter using the handicapped accessible ramp to the right of the building, and ring all the doorbells so we hear you in the dining hall.
Transportation/Parking: St. John's is easily accessible via the T, and is within walking distance of Government Center, Park Street, State Street, Bowdoin T Stops. There are plenty of parking lots in the area. The nearest are the 100 Cambridge Street garage and the Centre Plaza garage.
Thank you!
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Meet The 2010-2011 GBYR Candidates
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Dear GBYR Member -
The following message is from the four candidates running for the 2010-2011 GBYR Executive Board. Message as follows:
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To the GBYR members,
We would like to declare our candidacy for the positions of Chair, Vice-Chair, Secretary and Treasurer on the GBYR Executive Board. We are choosing to run as a ticket for executive board on the principals of continuing to grow the organization in following the examples of the current and previous administrations.
Specifically, our goals for the upcoming year will be:
To continue to grow the organization's membership numbers specifically with respect to the number of dues paying members.
To continue to provide networking opportunities for young republicans to meet other like-minded young republicans in the Greater Boston area and with other young republicans in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
To continue to encourage and develop leadership opportunities for members to get involved with the GBYR organization and run or become a part of the committees which make up the GBYR.
To continue to support and provide opportunities for members of the GBYR to get involved with Republican candidates who are running for office and to encourage and foster those YR's who wish to run for public service offices themselves.
It is based on these principals that we ask the support of the GBYR members in supporting our candidacy for the open positions on the GBYR executive board.
Regards,
Barry Dellecese (candidate for Chair)
Nick Dowd (candidate for Vice-Chair )
Erin Maloney (candidate for Secretary)
Nathan Ulrich (candidate for Treasurer)
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Newly Elected 2010-2011 MFYR Executive Board
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This past Saturday, Young Republicans from throughout the Commonwealth came together in Quincy MA for the 2010 Massachusetts Federation of Young Republicans State Convention. The Convention was an opportunity for Young Republicans to learn more about the organization, vote on changes to the MFYR Constitution, elect a new Executive Board and listen to a variety of statewide candidates ranging from Richard Tisei for Lt. Governor to Brad Williams for State Senate. In addition Jan Larimer, Co Chair of the Republican National Committee also participated and YRs were able to listen to her discuss Republican strategy for tackling the 2010 elections in November.
With the stepping down of the past Chair Richard Wheeler, a new an energetic Executive Board presenting fresh ideas and new leadership was elected on Saturday. The new 2010-2011 Executive Board is Chuck Smiarowski as Chair, Kaitlyn Greeley as Vice Chair, Nathaniel Ulrich as Treasurer, Erin Maloney as Secretary, Jacob Ventura as National Committeeman and Sara Smiarowski as National Committeewoman. This Executive Board will work together as a unified and professional team to strengthen the MFYR organization as well as the Young Republican grassroots movement within the Commonwealth. Over the next year, the Executive Board will work to rebuild the infrastructure of the organization, assist Young Republican clubs of the federation that require support, help elect candidates running for office, and change the perception as to how Young Republicans are viewed by the conservative community.
Please welcome the new Executive Board to office and stay tuned as further details concerning the organization are released.
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GBYR Executive Board Elections June 3rd
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Dear GBYR Member -
This announcement is to remind all current GBYR Romney class dues paying members that the elections for the 2010-2011 GBYR Executive Board will be held on Thursday June 3rd. Emails concerning time and location were previously sent. If you have not received this email, please contact secretary@gbyr.org for further details.
All Romney class members are encouraged to attend the upcoming election and vote for the club's future leadership. Details concerning the Romney class Executive Board candidates that have announced 30 days prior to the election (per our our Constitution) will be released shortly.
We look forward to seeing you on June 3rd. Thank you.
-The GBYR 2009-2010 Executive Board
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YPs for Baker at Baker HQ Sponsored by MA Federation of Young Republicans
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On Monday May 17th from 6:30 to 8pm please join Charlie Baker to discuss the role that Young Professionals will play in the campaign as the Baker Campaign moves forward. Charlie will be addressing issues that are of particular importance to young professionals and will be answering any questions that you may have.
This "open house" will bring together a wide range of Young Professional associations from across the state including the Massachusetts Federation of Young Republicans, the Greater Boston Young Republicans, the North Shore Young Republicans and the Young Professionals for Baker. Campaign staff members will also be there to fill you in on how you can get involved.
For those interested in joining us on Monday, there is ample FREE parking available at the Baker HQ located at 70 Fargo Street, Boston MA. For those that are not driving, public transportation is available via the MBTA Silver Line which stops at the World Trade Center ( a five minute walk away). Additionally, a dedicated shuttle departs from North and South Stations to and from the Baker HQ every 20 - 30 minutes.
Please see facebook for further details:
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http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=125453350800655
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GOTV For Richard Ross For State Senate
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The MassGOP is seeking volunteers to help get out the vote for Richard Ross for state Senate for the special election on May 11.
We MUST make sure Sen. Brown's former state Senate seat remains in Republican hands!
We need YOUR help to make GOTV calls from today through Election Day at the following locations and times:
Ross Campaign HQ
29 Franklin Street
Wrentham, MA
(508) 384-6240
TODAY through May 11 – 9:00 am through 9:00 pm
Baker-Tisei Campaign HQ
70 Fargo St. Suite 202
Boston, MA 02210
617-423-2010
Friday 5/8 – 10am-5pm
Monday 5/10 – 10am – 8pm
Tuesday 5/11 – 10am – close of polls
We hope to see you tomorrow at the rallies with Richard Ross and Sen. Brown in North Attleboro (1:30 pm) and Wrentham (2:45 pm)!
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GBYRs Continue To Make A Difference
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The Massachusetts Federation of Young Republicans (MFYR) is proud to announce that it has collected 4000+ signatures for Statewide and local candidates.
Following up on its 2000+ signature gathering effort for now US Senator Scott Brown, the MFYRs collected 4000+ signatures for statewide candidates Charlie Baker, Richard Tisei, Karyn Polito, Mary Connaugton and Kamal Jain. This figure also includes signature gathering efforts for local candidates including Brad Marston, Brad Williams, Patrick Brennan, Keith Lepor, Brett Schetzle, Sean Bielat and numerous others.
The MFYR includes over 500 members statewide, and has seven (7) clubs around the state, including clubs in Greater Boston, North Shore (6th Congressional District), Merrimack Valley (5th Congressional District), Central MA (Worcester County), Western MA (Greater Springfield), South Shore/Cape Cod (10th Congressional District) and Bristol County (Fall River/New Bedford).
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Read more at Red Mass Group: http://redmassgroup.com/showDiary.do?diaryId=8330
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Thank You!!
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Thank you to all those that came out last night to The Point! We had a huge turnout out of approximately one hundred young professionals! A special thanks goes to the Candidates Brad Marston, Brad Williams, Keith Lepor and Patrick Brennan as well as Rob Eno from Red Mass Group for joining us as well!
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GBYR SPRING SOCIAL TUESDAY MAY 4TH!
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The Greater Boston Young Republican Spring Social is still on schedule for Tuesday May 4th at The Point in Boston! We from the GBYR Executive Board look forward to seeing you there as we will have a great crowd and a variety of candidates to meet at the event!
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Additionally, this will be the 2009-2010 GBYR Executive Boards last event of the year before the June elections so come meet the various Executive Board candidates for the 2010-2011 term and learn about the organization in general!
Date:
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
Time:
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Location:
The Point
Street:
147 Hanover Street
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Appetizers will be served and there will be a cash bar.
There is a $5 cover charge and all GBYR Dues Paying Members may attend for free.
See you on the 4th of May! Come meet the Boston YR network!
Best,
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MFYR STATE CONVENTION SATURDAY MAY 22ND
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Dear Young Republican,
On Saturday May 22nd, Young Republicans from throughout the Commonwealth will be coming together in Quincy Massachusetts to conduct the Massachusetts Federation of Young Republican State Convention. To learn more about the |
MA Federation of Young Republicans 2010 State Convention, please visit
http://mfyr2010.wordpress.c
om
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The Preliminary Agenda for the Convention:
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Monday May 17, 2010
@ 6:30pm Private Briefing with Gubernatorial Candidate Charlie Baker at Baker HQ All Delegates and Guests welcome FREE and Part of Registration then Afterwards, we will head over to the Boston Beer Garden for Young Professionals Fundraiser for North Shore YR Candidate for State Represetnative Brett Schetzle
Friday May 21, 2010
NIGHT ON THE TOWN Details to be Announced
Saturday, May 22, 2010
The Convention will start at 12:00pm. We are looking at morning activities and will have more information.
12:00 to 2:00 pm Convention Business; Special Guests: TBA
* Adoption of Rules
* Adoption of Resolutions
* Adoption of Bylaws and Constitution Amendments
* Election of MFYR Officers
2:00pm to 6:00 pm Special Guests - Invited / Confirmed Attendees:
Christy Mihos (Invited)
Sen. Richard Tisei (Confirmed)
Mary Connaugton (Confirmed)
Kamal Jain (Confirmed)
Rep. Karyn Polito (Confirmed)
Rep. Jeff Perry (Confirmed)
Jennifer Nassour (Confirmed)
Joe Malone (Confirmed)
Tom Wesley (Confirmed)
Rob Willington (Confirmed)
Rob Eno (Confirmed)
Garrett Quinn (Confirmed)
Christen Varley (Confirmed)
6:00 pm to 10pm F1 Racing 2010 MFYR Awards
10:00pm Adjournment of 2010 Convention
Please see website to register for the Convention.
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Dear Young Republican -
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Richard Ross, Special Election Candidate|
to fill Senator Scott Brown's former senatorial seat is in need of volunteers to assist his campaign prior to the May 11th election. Let's not let the Democrats win this important election by volunteering to help! Find out more on how to help by contacting ddonnellan1@aol.com. Thank you!
The Executive Board
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Why Join the GBYRs?
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Nine Questions and Answers about the Greater Boston Young Republicans. Have a question about who we are and what we do? Then email |
secretary@gbyr.org
to inquire!
1. Who are the Greater Boston Young Republicans?
The Greater Boston Young Republicans (GBYR) is a group of young Boston-area professionals aged 18 to 40 interested in political activism and networking with like-minded individuals. The GBYR is a part of the statewide YR organization, the Massachusetts Federation of Young Republicans (MFYR), and the Young Republican National Federation (YRNF). The YRNF remains the nation's oldest and largest youth political society.
2. How often do you meet?
The GBYR holds monthly board and committee meetings on the first Thursday of the month. Social events are held at least quarterly. We also volunteer for local community service projects and participate in local and national Republican campaigns. There are numerous opportunities to become involved at the state and national YR level for interested members.
3. What type of work do you do?
Members of GBYR are involved as campaign managers, treasurers, and the like for local Republican candidates. In addition, our members serve as officials within the Massachusetts Republican party and are often candidates themselves. Outside of the political arena, members work in both the public and private sectors and donate their time to charitable organizations.
4. What are your long-range goals?
Our stated purpose is to promote the election of candidates with conservative principles and values. In order to meet this objective, the elected Board of Officers is working diligently to create an efficiently running organization and facilitate opportunities for its members to become involved. By building these two arms of the organization we hope to grow our membership, strengthen our party, and continue to support potential candidates.
5. What have previous members done in Politics?
Many GBYRs become elected officials and leaders within the Republican Party. In fact, a current Young Republican serves as head of the MassGOP. In addition, numerous GBYRs hold positions in the state and National YR organization.
6. How can I become more involved?
Interested individuals may email
Chair@gbyr.org
or visit
http://www.gbyr.org
to learn more about becoming involved. Our monthly members-only newsletter provides updates on the activities of the Executive Board and committees. In addition, other electronic notices keep our members and interested individuals informed of events happening throughout the Greater Boston area.
7. How does someone become a member?
Individuals interested in becoming members of the GBYR can join online at
http://www.gbyr.org
(using PayPal) or at any of the events we host throughout the year.
8. Why should I join?
Membership with the GBYR includes many benefits such as receiving price discounts or free entry to various GBYR/YR events such as networking events, socials, trainings, guest speaker events or candidate meet and greets. More importantly, membership allows you to vote on the next GBYR Executive Board, changes to the GBYR Constitution, and be selected as a GBYR delegate to attend the Massachusetts Federation of Young Republican Annual Meeting and Election. In addition, networking within the GBYR provides members the opportunity to meet Republican officials and candidates, as well as the opportunity to gain experience working on political campaigns. Beyond these types of experiences, the development of lasting friendships with GBYR members is another benefit.
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. Why do you have different membership levels?
We offer several ways to support the GBYR and join as a member. Note that every dollar raised through membership drives is dedicated to GBYR programming. Further, all offices are volunteer positions. The greatest value is the "Romney Class" which offers the member a vote on the Executive Board and the ability to attend select events for free.
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Good day:
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With the recent events of the passing of the National Health Care Bill, now is the perfect time to become a Young Republican and make a difference this coming November. The Greater Boston Young Republican (GBYR) organization is looking for conservative minded individuals to help change the political atmosphere of both the Commonwealth and the Nation.
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By joining the GBYRs, you’ll have the opportunity to meet and work with other likeminded young professionals. The Greater Boston Young Republicans host social events that allow members to network and meet other motivated young conservatives. The GBYRs also play a key role in the campaigns of state, local, and national Republican candidates. If you want to meet new people and get involved in the changing political environment, the GBYRs is the perfect organization for you!
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Please take a moment and review the options of membership and how to join at:
http://www.gbyr.org/Join_GBYR.html
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Membership with the GBYRs includes many benefits such as attending for free various GBYR/YR programs as well as having the ability to vote on the leadership and direction of the GBYR organization. By being a member, your membership provides the financial support for the organization to expand and grow our grassroots presence here within the Metro Boston area. To learn more about the organization and who we are, please see
www.gbyr.org
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Patrick Brennan for State Representative Kick-Off Event
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Patrick Brennan for State Representative in the Fourth Suffolk District (South Boston) will be holding his campaign kickoff event this coming Tuesday, March 30th from 6:30 to 10pm at the Seapoint Restaurant (367 East 8th Street, South Boston). The event is free and all YRs are encouraged to attend to support one of our own as Patrick has been both a member and a strong supporter of the Greater Boston Young Republicans for quite some time! Further information regarding the event maybe found here:
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http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=338804637886
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Finally, to learn more about Patrick Brennan, please see:
www.BrennanForRep.com
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We hope to see you there!
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Dear Young Republican,
The Baker/Tisei Young Professionals Group in collaboration with several other statewide candidates, the North Shore Young Republicans and the Greater Boston Young Republicans are hosting a statewide signature drive from 10-1pm this Saturday, March 27th. The signature drive will be followed by a social hosted by the Baker/Tisei YPs. For further details concerning the day, please see the Facebook Event page here:
http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#!/event.php?eid=107833489235090&ref=ts
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If you have a few hours of time and are interested in getting into the thick of it, any help would be appreciated. We hope to see you this Saturday!|
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Dear Young Republican,
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The next few months bring exciting opportunities for us as young republicans here within the Commonwealth. In particular, the Massachusetts Federation of Young Republicans will be hosting their annual State Convention in May. All GBYR members are encouraged to attend as this will be both an interesting and educational day. At this time, many political guest speakers and social events are being planned. Details are still being fleshed out by the MFYR Executive Board, and once they let us know, we will forward them out to you.
Finally, thank you for both your interest and participation within the Greater Boston Young Republicans. Working together by attending political events or supporting candidates in any way we can as members of the Greater Boston Young Republicans, we continue to strengthen the young republican grassroots infrastructure here within the Metro Boston area. Over the past year we have accomplished much in growing both the infrastructure and membership of the organization and more importantly by helping candidates get elected within the Commonwealth. Thank you once again for your interest and hard work as volunteers!
As always, if you have comments or suggestions, please feel free to contact the Executive Board at
Chair@gbyr.org
or
ViceChair@gbyr.org
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Thank you!
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The GBYR Executive Board (Chuck, Erin, Kristyn, Flo and Derek)
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Dear Young Republican –
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The Spring Young Republican National Federation (YRNF) Meeting will be held in New Orleans on April 10, 2010. The Massachusetts Federation of Young Republicans (MFYRs) will be sending down a representative to represent the Commonwealth of Massachusetts however all Young Republicans are welcome to attend the meeting regardless.
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This YRNF event is being done in conjunction with the Southern Republican Leadership Conference so there will be many Presidential candidates attending. More information concerning the SRLC may be found here: |
http://www.srlc2010.com/
This looks like an outstanding time!
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If you are interested in attending or have any questions, please contact Rich Wheeler, Chair, MA Federation of Young Republicans, at
ricwheel@aol.com
for further details. Thank you.
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The Greater Boston Young Republican Executive Board
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Dear Young Republican,
I am writing to inform you that the Massachusetts Federation of Young Republicans (MFYR) State Convention will be held on Saturday May 22nd. The Convention will have Young Republican Regional Clubs throughout the Commonwealth attending to vote upon the new MFYR Executive Board, amendments to the MFYR Constitution, and to endorse the Gubernatorial Candidates as well as other candidates for state office (auditor, treasurer, lt. governor, etc). In addition to the voting, there will be guest speakers (many people will be invited), workshops, an awards luncheon and a convention after party for all to enjoy.
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Details on the location and schedule are still being ironed out by MFYR leadership. As the GBYR Executive Board learns more we will provide further information to everyone.
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Most importantly, each club is allowed to bring a certain number of delegates in order to vote on the various agenda items mentioned above.
For those GBYR Romney level members interested in attending the MFYR Convention and becoming a delegate to represent the GBYRs, please contact secretary@gbyr.org and let us know your interest.
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Thank you and please stay tuned for further details.
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Best,
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The GBYR Executive Board
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Dear Young Republican -
This month the Greater Boston Young Republicans have shown Massachusetts that we are an active group in this region! Over the past few weeks, several YRs have been highlighted in the newspapers. In addition, two young republicans of the GBYR organization have recently filed papers and declared their candidacy to run for state office. Brad Williams is running for State Senate for Suffolk and Norfolk Districts and Patrick Brennan is running for State Representative for the 4th Suffolk District.
Young Republicans are also working hard to continue to grow the conservative grassroots movement by hosting recruiting events or chairing City of Boston Republican Ward Committees to identify and inform republicans of the Metro Boston area that Young Republicans do exist and that we can help make a difference.
A lot of hard work has been accomplished by Young Republicans of this organization and more work is currently underway to continue our efforts. Stay involved and most of all, stay informed! We look forward to seeing you at our next event!
All the best from the Greater Boston Young Republican Executive Board.
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