Open House for Angie Sylla

In sincere appreciation for Angeline Sylla's 22 years of service as the Trempealeau County Clerk of Court, there will be an Open House for all to express gratitude on Friday, December 17th, 2010, from 1:30 to 4:30 pm in the North Courtroom on the 2nd Floor of the Trempealeau County Courthouse in Whitehall, Wisconsin. Thank you for your years of public service to the Trempealeau County Circuit Court, Angie! The Republican Party of Trempealeau County thanks you also! Good luck with all your future endeavors!

Merry Christmas!

The Republican Party of Trempealeau County will be hosting our annual Christmas Party the evening of Saturday, December 18th, at Arctic Springs in Galesville. The Christmas Party will be held in lieu of a regular monthly meeting. You should all have received your invitation and sent in your RSVP by now. Thank you for your prompt payment and correspondence. If you did not receive an invitation or would still like to attend the Christmas Party, please contact one of the officers of The Republican Party of Trempealeau County to inquire ASAP. Looking forward to seeing you all! We have much to celebrate this season.

Merry Christmas from the

Republican Party of Trempealeau County!!

Politics & Pints: November

Celebrate the GOP's blazing victory with us this November! Come hunt down some great food and fun at Hillbilly's in Ettrick after the deer hunting opener on Saturday, November 20th! Let's buck the trends and continue to bring the conservative movement to Trempealeau County. Help us strategize targets for 2012 and tell us who you think has a shot at winning back the Whitehouse! The field is wide open! See you there and bring your dear!

Trempealeau County Election Results:

Congratulations to all the victorious Republicans in Wisconsin, including Scott Walker for Governor, Rebecca Kleefisch Lt. Governor, JB Van Hollen Attorney General, Kurt Schuller for Treasurer, Ron Johnson for United States Senate, and various other races around the state outside of our District. Thanks also to our Republican candidates that gave a valiant effort but came up just short, including Dan Kapanke for Congress, Ed Thompson for State Senate, Bill Ingram for Assembly, David King for Secretary of State, and Angie Sylla for Clerk of Courts.

The Trempealeau County Election Results are as follows:
Sheriff:
Richard Anderson (D) 5,003*
Terry Daffinson (write-in) 3,272
Stephen Doerr (I) 1,275
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Coroner:
Bonnie Kindschy (D) 8,140*
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Clerk of Courts:
Michelle Weisenberger (D) 5,228*
Angeline Sylla (R) 4,859
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Governor:
Tom Barrett/Tom Nelson (D) 4,980
Scott Walker/Rebecca Kleefisch (R) 4,908*
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Attorney General:
JB Van Hollen (R) 5,137*
Scott Hassett (D) 4,549
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Secretary of State:
Doug LaFollette (D) 5,560*
David King (R) 4,073
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State Treasurer:
Dawn Sass (D) 5,129
Kurt Schuller (R) 4,414*
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United States Senator:
Ron Johnson (R) 5,037*
Russ Feingold 5,031
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US Congress District 3:
Ron Kind (D) 5,765*
Dan Kapanke (R) 4,122
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State Senate District 31:
Kathleen Vinehout (D) 5,668*
Ed Thompson (R) 4,453
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Assembly District 91:
Chris Danou (D) 6,297*
Bill Ingram (R) 3,682
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Referendum:
Transportation Funds Transfer
YES 5,463*
NO 3,413

*Indicates overall winner.

The conservative movement showed its strength this election, with sweeping victories across the nation, leading to Republican gains of historic proportions in the House. Additionally, Wisconsin is the state that arguably made the biggest political shift in the nation, being the only state where Democrats lost the office of Governor, a US Senate seat, and an entire state legislature. However, even though Republicans turned out in Trempealeau County and we probably had our best conservative showing in years, Trempealeau County remains a Democrat stronghold. Sure there are glimmers of hope as the margins are closer than normal and there were actually two Republican victories in our county with the very popular JB Van Hollen easily winning our county and Ron Johnson who won our county by the slimmest of margins. What is it about Trempealeau County, and the entire 3rd District to some degree, that prevents it from recognizing we really are conservative here? We are self-reliant hard-workers who cherish faith and family. We are simply not liberal! Yet, Trempealeau County is as consistent a shoe-in for Democrats as San Francisco and New York City! It isn't as though we have conservative blue-dog Democrats winning here either; we have Ron Kind who has a voting record matching that of Nancy Pelosi 94% of the time. Yet, Ron Kind skated to an easy victory in Trempealeau County. I am pleased and hopeful with the outcome of the election as a whole, but I am perplexed and disappointed with the returns in my county. If anything points out the disconnect in our county, it is the overwhelming victory of the conservative Transportation Fund referendum, a referendum written due to Democrat abuse of these appropriated funds. Had the "No" vote on this Referendum had a (D) behind it, it likely would not have passed in Trempealeau County, as they are that entrenched here. Without a a doubt, Trempealeau County holds common sense, conservative values. Apparently voters here just don't realize what political party represents those values. There is much work that needs to be done in our county and 2012 is not too far away. With a Republican Governor and legislature, along with our continued efforts as a county party, residents will hopefully come to recognize what conservatism really is, what Republicans actually stand for, and that Democrats are not what they claim to be. The fight goes on.

Election Day is finally here!!!

Vote today-

so you can hold them accountable tomorrow!

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Best of luck to our Republican candidates today! Hopefully there are many conservative victories to report tomorrow! Thank you, candidates, for having the courage to stand up and run for office. The sacrifices that you make during the long campaign with the purpose of bettering our Republic, and our tomorrow, are appreciated greatly. Thanks also to the hard work and efforts of the many county volunteers that make this excellent chance of victory possible.

Election 2010 is where it begins. . . .

Politics & Pints, October: Special Guest. . . . . . Newt Gingrich!

It has been confirmed that former Speaker of the House, Newt Gingrich will be attending the Republican Party of Trempealeau County's October Politics & Pints this Saturday, October 23rd at the Dodge Street Grill in Whitehall! Please take advantage of this exciting opportunity if you are able! This is the last Politics & Pints before the election, so come rally support for our Republican candidates and meet Newt Gingrich too! More details below. . .

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Politics & Pints: October

Bill Ingram Announces Rally Schedule

Bill Ingram Campaign Rallies!

Plan to attend a Meet & Greet listed below and get to know Bill Ingram, GOP candidate for 91st Assembly District!

Dean’s, Plum City
Tuesday, September 28

Golden Frog, Fountain City
Wednesday, September 29

Beedle’s, Centerville
Thursday, September 30

Dodge Street Grill, Whitehall
Wednesday, October 6

Eastside Bar & Grill, Independence
Monday, October 11

Red Ram, Alma
Thursday, October 14

All rallies start at 6pm

www.ingram4u.com

Donate, events and information.

Kapanke calls for Debates in all 19 counties

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Challenges Kind to Debate in all Counties in the 3rd CD

La Crosse, WI—Dan Kapanke, Republican candidate for Congress in Wisconsin’s Third Congressional District, released the following schedule of debates for the month of October. Kapanke has called on incumbent Ron Kind to meet him in each of the 19 counties in the third district.

―"This year, more than any other, voters should have the opportunity to hear directly from both me and my opponent," said Dan Kapanke.

―"Debates in each county are important. Ron Kind and I have totally different ideas about how this country should be governed and he should be prepared to face voters in this district, and explain his philosophy to them."

The Kapanke campaign has proposed county debates on the following dates – with the locations to be determined by the campaigns:

1. October 1 – Eau Claire County
2. October 3 - Buffalo County
3. October 4 – Crawford County
4. October 8 – Dunn County
5. October 9 – Pierce County
6. October 12 – Jackson County
7. October 15 – St. Croix County
8. October 16 – Trempealeau County
9. October 17 – Pepin County
10. October 18 – Grant County
11. October 19 – Vernon County
12. October 22 – Lafayette County
13. October 23 – Iowa County
14. October 24 – Richland County
15. October 25 – Sauk County
16. October 26 – La Crosse County
17. October 27 – Monroe County
18. October 28 – Juneau County
19. October 29 – Clark County

Contact Brian Chatwin: (608) 797-7322

Congratulations!

Congratulations to all the winners of the Republican Primary Election and thank you to all the Candidates for deciding to stand up for America and our Republican values by making the difficult decision to run for political office. All the hard work by the volunteers is much appreciated also.

General Election Republican Candidates:

• Scott Walker (Governor)
• Rebecca Kleefisch (Lt. Governor)
• JB Han Hollen (Attorney General)
• David King (Secretary of State)
• Kurt Schuller (State Treasurer)
• Ron Johnson (US Senate)
• Dan Kapanke (3rd Congressional District)
• Ed Thompson (31st State Senate District)
• Bill Ingram (91st Assembly District)
• Angeline Sylla (Clerk of Courts)

On to Round Two!!

The General Election is Tuesday, November 2nd.

GOP Comeback. . . Feel the Rumble!!

Primary Day is Here!

Get out the vote today! In Trempealeau County it is especially vital we turn out all the Republican votes we can. With so much attention on the Democrat primary due to the local race for Sheriff, it is imperative conservative voters make it to the polls today. Please encourage your family, friends, and neighbors to vote in the Republican Primary today. If you would like to see sample ballots or need assistance finding your polling location, please visit: https://vpa.wi.gov/

Team Orange!

Dave Westlake for US Senate

Thanks to Diane Reid of the Republican Party of Trempealeau County for making this fantastic "movie poster" about a grassroots campaign that has truly been a lot of fun and has formed a lot of friendships as well. It's not too late to get in on the scene either! Vote for Dave Westlake in the Republican Primary on Tuesday, September 14th to help the adventure continue!

Why I am Dave Westlake.

by Valerie Pierzina

I first heard the name 'Dave Westlake' at the 2009 Republican State Convention in La Crosse. Dave was there to bravely announce his candidacy for US Senate against Russ Feingold at a time when the Republican brand was not at all popular and Constitutional conservatism was thought to be near extinction. I signed up for his e-mails and took a business card without giving it much thought. Later, I found Dave on facebook and YouTube making impassioned historical comparisons, touting our nation’s first principles, and promoting conservative ideas reminiscent of Goldwater himself. The first time I met Dave in person was at our county’s Lincoln Day Dinner the following January. By now he had taken on the symbolic “blaze orange” garb and already put thousands of miles of “campaign highway” on his unmistakable white SUV. It struck me that Dave recognized me and knew my name immediately, through merely being one of his numerous “facebook friends.” Dave Westlake is a genuine individual, a man of character and depth. He is someone who will lead the fight, not just claim to join it . . . after all, who is there really to join? Dave is strong, principled and fights for his convictions, yet even if you disagree with him, it is impossible not to like him. Dave looks you in the eye and listens to what you are saying. In other words, he is not your typical politician. Eventually more candidates joined the race and most have faded away, but Dave Westlake has remained constant, committed to the cause and positive that Wisconsin desperately craves something other than “politics as usual.” Dave Westlake faces a very wealthy, party endorsed, GOP template of an opponent in the Republican primary on Tuesday. Even with this difficult challenge, Dave Westlake has never lost faith in himself or his devoted grassroots team. Back in 2009 I never expected that I would become so closely involved with his campaign and feel so passionate about a politician, but I am very thankful I did and feel blessed I got to know the man, the candidate, the leader, that is Dave Westlake. I pray that voters choose to get to know him better too. Please vote for Dave Westlake in the Republican Primary on September 14th. Thank you.

www.davewestlake.org

September 11th - Patriots Day

GOP Candidates on the Primary Ballot

This is the final list of Republican candidates that have qualified to be on the September 14th Primary Ballot according to the Wisconsin Government Accountability Board. Wisconsin adheres to an Open Primary with no need to register to vote ahead of time or with a particular party beforehand. Voters may only vote for candidates of one party. Below are the Candidates that have qualified to be on the Republican ballot. Click on their names to learn more about each candidate at their website. Please take the time to choose your candidate wisely and be an informed voter. If you need help finding your polling location or would like to view a sample ballot, follow this link: https://vpa.wi.gov/ Wisconsin polls are open from 7 am to 8 pm. Please vote Tuesday, September 14th in the Republican Primary.
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Governor:

1. Scott Walker
2. Mark Neumann
3. Scott Paterick

Lieutenant Governor:

1. Dave Ross
2. Rebecca Kleefisch
3. Brett Davis
4. Robert Gerald Lorge
5. Nick Voegeli

Attorney General:

1. JB Van Hollen

Secretary of State:

1. David King

State Treasurer:

1. Scott Feldt
2. Jim Sanfilippo
3. Kurt Schuller

US Senate:

1. Dave Westlake
2. Ron Johnson
3. Stephen Finn

Congressional District 3:

1. Dan Kapanke
2. Bruce Evers

State Senate District 31:

1. Ed Thompson

Assembly District 91:

1. Bill Ingram

Clerk of Courts:

1. Angeline Sylla

Sheriff:

N/A

Coroner:

N/A

Patriots' Day Picnic!!

You’re Invited to Join Us for a
Patriots' Day Picnic!!

The Republican Party of Trempealeau County would like YOU to join us on a day dedicated to our civil service providers from around the county. We extend our thanks to you and remember those we lost on September 11, 2001.
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Please bring your choice of meat to grill for your family and a dish to pass along with eating utensils and your choice of beverage for the picnic. Seating may be limited, so you may want to bring a chair or blanket. There will be games for the entire family. There is a baseball diamond, basketball court, and playground equipment available. Bring your lawn games if you have them! It will be a day of fun!!

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Also, since this is an important election year, all the Wisconsin candidates have been invited to attend. Hopefully some of them will be able to make it. We will have tables set up with literature from the candidates so that you make an informed vote on September 14th!

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Saturday, September 11th at Melby Park in Whitehall!

Festivities begin at Noon.

Eating will take place around 1:00.

Social activities until 5:00pm.

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Hope to see you there!!

Also remember to VOTE in the Republican Primary on Tuesday, 9/14/2010!

All Politics is Local: a blessing or a curse?

by Valerie Pierzina

Primary elections in Wisconsin do not always garner a high voter turnout, with past percentages typically in the range of 9-17%. This year is different however. The voter turnout is expected to reach as high as 28% as estimated by the Government Accountability Board. That would be the highest voter turnout in the history of our state, with the highest being 27.9% in 1964. There are many reasons for renewed interest in the primary process. For one, voters have simply become more aware and more engaged than in years past as they recognize that elected officials are no longer listening to or accurately representing the will of the people. Much of this realization has been sparked by the persistent presence of the TEA Party movement. Another reason this primary in particular has such strong interest is that most of the races are also contested. The Governor’s office is open, there is a primary for US Senate, and there are contested primaries in numerous constitutional offices as well as congressional seats. While most of the action and interesting races are plainly on the Republican side of the ticket, “politics is local,” as the old saying goes, and local races often drive elections. Wisconsin adheres to an “Open Primary” system which does not require voters to register (and subsequently vote) with one specific party. However, while it is an “Open Primary” in that regard, voters are still required to declare one party at the ballot box and are not allowed to cross-over and vote for candidates of both political parties within the same primary. On the September 14th Primary, Wisconsin voters will choose either a Republican ballot or a Democrat ballot. My concern with this on the local level is that Trempealeau County is already a Democrat County. Couple that with the fact that there is a hot button race for Trempealeau County Sheriff on the Democrat side, and no real contested primaries locally on the Republican side, and this could add up to a low voter turnout on the Republican side of the ticket in Trempealeau County’s primary election. As a side note, even the Republican candidates themselves are not doing all they can to increase their voter turnout. Many Republican candidates encourage voting in the September 14th Primary on their campaign literature, but fail to mention anywhere they are a Republican or stress a vote in the Republican Primary. Republicans must be comfortable calling themselves Republican to ensure voters know where to find them on the primary ballot. Anyway, even though I would argue there is clearly more at stake on the Republican side, and a vote there would certainly have more impact, politics is local and people may feel more connected to a local race. This is why I was so disheartened to hear that Terry Daffinson, chose to primary the Democrat incumbent Sheriff Richard Anderson instead of running as a Republican. First of all, I believe a lot of Daffinson's support would come from Republicans, (who hopefully still choose to vote in the Republican primary)! And, secondly, there is no one running for Sheriff as a Republican which would have ensured Terry make it to the general with the support of the Republican Party of Trempealeau County at his back, a group that has become very strong and dedicated over the past couple years. In closing, this one local race could alter our own Republican turnout in the county. I hope this is not true and I know the Republican Party of Trempealeau County has done all it possibly can to promote and educate residents on the importance of the Republican primary vote. Now, we will just have to wait and see if all those efforts paid off or if citizens of Trempealeau County decide to keep it local.

REMINDER: Rally for Dave Westlake

The following is the first radio ad for Dave Westlake, candidate for US Senate. Also, a reminder that Dave will be in Eau Claire tonight beginning at 7pm for a Rally and Tailgate Party at the Living Room Coffee House on 2006 Cameron Street. The Living Room will be offering FREE Hot Dogs and $1 Lattes until 8pm! This is a good chance to get to know Dave Westlake and see if he is a candidate worthy of your vote on September 14th. Hope to see you there!

Bill Ingram~ Candidate for 91st Assembly

Conservative candidate Bill Ingram is running a strong campaign for Wisconsin's 91st Assembly. The video above is Bill speaking at a TEA Party rally in Chippewa Falls.

Bill Ingram believes. . .

Wisconsin Families need Cash in their pockets, NOT Higher Taxes.

Wisconsin Manufacturing Companies need Orders, NOT Bailouts.

Wisconsin Residents need GOOD PAYING JOBS, NOT foreclosures, late fees, collection notices, and high interest.

Vote Bill Ingram for Assembly. . . .

a Working Man for Working People!

Dan Kapanke ~ NRCC Fundraiser

Congressman Pete Sessions

The National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC) is a political committee devoted to increasing the 179-member Republican Conference in the U.S. House of Representatives. The NRCC is governed by its chairman, U.S. Rep. Pete Sessions (TX-32), and an executive committee composed of Republican members of the U.S. House of Representatives.

Please join Congressman Pete Sessions,
Chairman of the National Republican Congressional Committee
at a fundraiser for…

Dan Kapanke
Candidate, U.S. House of Representatives

Friday, September 3, 2010 ~ 7:00 - 9:00 pm
Days Inn Hotel - La Crosse Conference Center
101 Sky Harbour Drive, La Crosse
(I-90 & Airport Exit 2)

$100/person
R.S.V.P. to Abby at 608.792.9669
or scheduler@kapankeforcongress.com

Pre-Primary Rally and Tailgate Party for WI US Senate Candidate Dave Westlake

Dave Westlake's "Blaze Orange Army" is having a TEA Party at a COFFEE House!! Yes, that's right. . . a Coffee House!! The exciting event will be held at the Living Room Coffee House in Eau Claire this Friday, September 3rd from 7-10pm. Enjoy FREE Hotdogs and $1 Lattes from 7-8pm!

Come get to know Dave Westlake, Candidate for US Senate and rally with him before heading into the September 14th Primary! Dave will be present to address the crowd and answer ANY and ALL questions you have on a personal level. Dave Westlake truly cares and listens to the voters. After all, WE ARE DAVE WESTLAKE!! Let's send someone who listens to us to Washington D.C.!

Music, Food, Drinks and Festivities will make this an enjoyable evening for all! Bring your family and friends! See you on Friday Night, September 3rd at the Living Room Coffee House in Eau Claire!! And, Remember to Vote in the September 14th Primary!

The Living Room

2006 Cameron Street

Eau Claire, WI
(715) 831-0245

www.livingroomec.com

Dave Westlake Campaign HQ
920-744-5921
www.davewestlake.org

Walker vs. Neumann GOP Primary Debate

This debate between Republican Gubernatorial Candidates Scott Walker and Mark Neumann took place on August 25th. If you missed it live, please take the time to watch so that you are an informed voter and are certain of your choice of candidate in the September 14th Wisconsin Primary Election. Debates are an important and integral part of campaigns to help create a more informed and engaged electorate. I appreciate both candidates willingness to participate in a debate forum.

Conservative Uprising

It will be a November to remember, courtesy of We, the People!

It is 1776 all over again and we must pledge our lives and livelihoods to the defense of the Constitution and the freedom it affords every American. Study the issues, question your representatives, educate yourselves on the positions of all the candidates and vote September 14th in the primary and November 2nd in the general!

November is Coming and this video is meant to provide motivation and inspiration. Enjoy!!

Re-Elect Angeline Sylla, Trempealeau Co. Clerk of Courts

Angeline Sylla has 20 years' experience as Clerk of Court.

She has a business degree with an emphasis in accounting.

She is a conscientious steward of our tax dollars, maintaining the same staff levels, while managing an increase in workload. She is hands-on and sensitive to the needs of the people of Trempealeau County. She's a life-long resident and an active member of the community.

Angie Sylla is experienced, resourceful and humbly asks for your vote on Nov. 2.

Hey GOP! You're Missing the Party!

by Valerie Pierzina

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~~While I have always been politically-minded, I was never actively involved in any political organization until after the election and inauguration of our current President, Barack Obama. The “historic” election and the obvious shift towards a new, socialist America motivated me to become involved, just as it did for so many others in this great nation of ours. Knowing I was a conservative Republican, I chose to become active in my county’s Republican Party. Countless other Americans decided to get involved too. Some chose to join this new conservative revolution by also joining the Republican Party, while others went to the Libertarians or Constitutionalists. The vast majority of folks, however, joined the “TEA Party” movement, which subscribes to conservative principles but, despite its name, refuses any “party” identification or label. New to the political scene some of these newfound activists may not have realized the ideas of less spending, smaller government, and personal responsibility actually were the very platform of the Republican Party. Most were likely well aware of this fact, but no longer trusted the GOP to uphold these principles. It is up to Republicans to regain that trust.
~~The TEA Party is inspiring and powerful. It is also principled. It is not about winning or losing or any of the usual games of politics. It is about something much more pure, something much less demagogic and more ideologic. It is about keeping this nation one of freedom as our founders’ imagined, adhering to the Constitution as our founders’ intended, and preserving the aforementioned for future generations. In a word, it is about Liberty.
~~I consider myself first and foremost a Republican, but I am also proud to say I am active in the TEA Party as well. After all, we are all on the same side essentially, the side of conservatism and constitution. I was surprised to find that not so many think as I do, however. What I have discovered instead is that many longtime, active-party Republicans are not that open to tea partiers or comfortable with the movement that has taken hold. It is almost as though they feel offended that the TEA Party did not turn to the GOP or that the old-guard Republican establishment did not come up with the idea themselves. In some respect, I do understand the Republican predicament. It is a catch-22. The media and Democrats initially wanted to brand the TEA Party as nothing more than Republican orchestrated “astro-turf.” The leaders of the GOP recognized this set-up immediately. Republicans wanted to acknowledge the TEA Party for the grassroots movement for which it is and therefore did not claim the TEA Party as its own. Yet, by not declaring the TEA Party “Republican,” at least in association, many tea partiers felt they did not have a home in the GOP after all. I believe this is where the conflict between the two groups began, which is unfortunate. The Republican Party simply cannot lose out on this opportunity to gain Republican voters (notice I did not say members) this election. The TEA Party needs to find it has friends in the GOP, for the GOP most certainly has friends in the TEA Party!
~~Failing to recognize the TEA Party’s influence on our current political scene is a disservice not only to the TEA Party movement but also the very Republican candidates the GOP is trying to get elected. Especially because conservative Republican candidates, for the most part, have done a great job involving the TEA Party. Democrat candidates have not. That alone should speak volumes with no “TEA Party endorsement” required. I do not believe the TEA Party needs to make endorsements or declare their allegiance to any one party either; the appeal, and clout, of the TEA Party movement is their independence. That independence is why they are a force to be reckoned with and have influence over voters more than any single political party or organization on our political landscape. It also should be stressed that their ambiguity of party affiliation does not mean Republicans cannot co-exist with them and work toward a common goal.
~~I cannot for the life of me understand why some Republicans seem more than willing to lose out on this glaring opportunity. Is it pride or vanity or having to answer to others? Are such people members of the party truly for the cause of conservatism or is it more for ego-stroking and self-aggrandizing? I pray it truly is for the cause and members of the Republican Party can capture some of the excitement and motivation the TEA Party movement brings.
~~Along with the TEA Party as a whole, there are also a slew of single-cause conservative groups that I assert the GOP needs to be more inclusive of. I believe firmly in the idea of a conservative coalition, an alliance, if you will, with such groups as Fair Tax, Americans for Prosperity, Pro-Life organizations, Open Carry groups, the NRA, and countless others that are on the side of conservatism but choose to dedicate their time to one specific cause, rather than the party as a whole. We should not be fearful of their commitment to their cause. Rather, Republicans need to be bold, brave, and unapologetic for our conservative principles. We should take pride in defending our fellow conservative groups. It is time that we learn to stand up, speak out, and assert ourselves like the left has done with so much success for so many years! If we truly are the party that reveres the Constitution and seeks to protect 1st Amendment and 2nd Amendment rights, it is time we do so actively and openly, not with just talk.
~~It is my assertion, my plea, if you will, that the GOP openly embrace the TEA Party (as well as other conservative groups). The TEA Party, too, must see that their best bet is likely with Republican candidates, but this will only be realized if the GOP gives the TEA Party the recognition it deserves. There simply must be a way for these two conservative power-houses to work effectively together and respectfully apart. If there is not, we will all lose, and I am not just talking about losing seats in the House and Senate. We will lose freedoms and liberties, rights and protections, the likes of which our founding fathers could never have imagined. We have a grand opportunity, right here, right now, to prevent that from happening and to change the course our country is headed. Let’s not waste it.

See you at the Fair!

151st Trempealeau County Fair

July 22-25th

Come support the agricultural community and local businesses in Galesville and Trempealeau County. View the exhibits from local merchants, farmers and 4-H & FFA members!

Visit the Republican Party of Trempealeau County booth in the Merchants Building on the far end of the fairgrounds. We will be there to answer your questions about Republican candidates, the September 14th Primary and the November 2nd Election.

Pick up candidate literature, stickers, bumper stickers, and buttons. Sign-up for a yard sign! Play our Republican word-search game, and enter to win one of our Door Prizes too!

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The fair will also be a perfect time to join the Republican Party of Trempealeau County as we are holding a membership special of ONLY $5.00 until the end of the year!! More details about membership and upcoming club events available at our booth!

Also, our July Politics & Pints gathering will be held Saturday evening of the Fair, July 24th at the River's Edge Campground from 6pm until midnight.

The Republican Party of Trempealeau County welcomes you to experience all the Trempealeau County Fair has to offer; food, fun, entertainment and exhibits! See you at the Fair!

Public Meeting with Dave Westlake

Dave Westlake

Republican Candidate for US Senate

The Chippewa Valley Campaign for Liberty group will be holding a public meeting and open forum with US Senate Candidate, Dave Westlake on Tuesday, July 27th at the fantastic Sweetwaters Restaurant in Eau Claire. The public meeting begins at 6:30pm, Dave will address the group and then discussion will open at approximately 7:30pm. Bring your questions, friends and family! This is a great opportunity for you to get know Dave Westlake and find out if he is the right US Senate candidate for you! It is a public forum so questions, discussion, and debate are welcomed and encouraged. Dave Westlake is a graduate of West Point and campaigns on the theme of "Duty, Honor, Country." Dave and his "Blaze Orange Army" campaign with "I AM DAVE WESTLAKE" T-Shirts. The idea behind the blaze orange is that Dave will be out in the open, easily found, and rightly held accountable by the people of Wisconsin for all his decisions and votes as a US Senator. The meaning behind the "I AM DAVE WESTLAKE" T-shirts worn by his supporters is to stress that Dave is running to represent us. Dave believes the government needs to get back to the people and he will represent all of us while he is in office. Therefore, we are ALL Dave Westlake! Dave Westlake faces a Republican primary contest on September 14th.

ARE YOU DAVE WESTLAKE?

Sweetwaters Restaurant
1104 W Clairemont Ave
Eau Claire, WI

www.davewestlake.org

Special Reception for Ed Thompson

Hosts Gene & Betty Hellman, Jim Hellman, and Don Carrig

cordially invite you to a

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Reception in Support of

Ed Thompson, State Senate Candidate

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With Special Guest,

Senate Republican Leader Scott Fitzgerald

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Preferred Distributors, Sparta.

Wednesday, July 28th - 5:30-7:30pm

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RSVP to Judi @ 608-345-3780

Minimum contribution recommended for the event is $50, however, ALL contributions are gratefully accepted. Please make checks payable to:

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Friends of Ed Thompson

P.O. Box 604

Tomah, WI 54660

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Thank you.

A message from Angie Sylla, Trempealeau County Clerk of Courts

Angeline Sylla Seeks Re-Election as Trempealeau County Clerk of Court

Angeline Sylla has announced that she is seeking re-election to the office of Trempealeau County Clerk of Court. She is the incumbent Clerk of Court and is experienced, hardworking, responsible and dedicated.

Some recent accomplishments in the Clerk of Court’s office include:
· Improved convenience-created the opportunity for individuals to pay Trempealeau County fees online with a credit card through the Wisconsin Circuit Court website and also to file certain paperwork electronically.
· Improved efficiency-implemented a system of document scanning to efficiently make information available to other agencies electronically and to reduce physical space needs.
· Improved access-added interpreters as needed for all types of communication barriers from language to hearing or reading issues.
· Improved financial management-incorporated an accounting system which allows improved access to State Court Grant Reimbursement Funds and tracking of the more than $1.2 million in fees collected by the Clerk of Court’s Office

The Clerk of Court’s office is responsible for all cases filed in Circuit Court. Circuit Court cases include civil and small claims, foreclosures, family, traffic, forfeitures, and criminal cases. The Clerk is also the acceptance agent for passport applications. A team of great employees works closely with Angeline to ensure that the Clerk of Court’s office operates efficiently, effectively, and with integrity regarding the protection of court records.

Angeline Sylla says, “I look forward to continuing to serve the needs of the residents of Trempealeau County in an efficient and effective manner.”

Angeline, an area native, lives in Independence with her husband, Daniel. They have a grown son who also resides in Independence with his wife and new baby. She is very involved in community, church, and professional groups such as the Rainbow Community Club and the Wisconsin Clerks of Circuit Court Association, for which Angeline served as the statewide association secretary. She has also participated in various work groups for development of programs within Trempealeau County. Angeline’s educational background includes a Bachelor’s Degree from Winona State University, ongoing continuing education and professional development courses, as well as a diploma from Independence High School and Ss. Peter and Paul Catholic School.

Angeline Sylla asks for your support and vote this election.

Politics & Pints: MAY

"Happy" Tax Day!

Let's change our Tax System! Abolish the Income Tax!

Visit www.fairtax.org

Kapanke Listening Sessions

Join 3rd Congressional Candidate Dan Kapanke (R)

in an open, public forum to talk and ask questions about

what is happening in the U.S. Congress.

Dan is running against Democrat incumbent Ron Kind.

Coming to a location near you!

Wednesday April 14th
4-6 pm
Community Room-Whitehall City Hall
18620 Hobson Street, Whitehall, WI

Contact Kapanke for Congress Campaign

for more information.

phone: 608.782.4326

email: info@kapankeforcongress.com

Bring your questions and concerns!

Dan welcomes any questions from the public!

He is working to serve you!

Paid for by Kapanke for Congress

NRCC - Code Red - Targets

NRCC - Code Red - Targets

RPTC MONTHLY MEETINGS

The new time and location has been set for the monthly meetings of the Republican Party of Trempealeau County. Our group will now be meeting at Dodge Street Grill in Whitehall the 3rd Tuesday of every month at 7:30 pm. This new meeting place has a wonderful menu, a more open atmosphere, and later hours in case meetings run long! Mark your calendar for our next meeting on Tuesday April 20th. Hope to see you there!

NOTICE:

Please note that due to the closing of our original meeting place, Alternative Grounds of Whitehall, we will no longer be meeting at the regular time and place. RPTC is in the process of finding a new location and agreeable time for our monthly meetings. When we have all the details in order, we will post them here and notify members. Thank you for your understanding during this time of transition.

Upcoming Representative Chris Danou Listening Sessions:

If you missed the Listening Sessions held by Representative Chris Danou of the 91st District Assembly District (D- Trempealeau), there are still local opportunities for you to attend and voice your concerns.

Monday, February 8

• 9:00-9:45 a.m. City of Fountain City, City Hall: Council Chambers-42 N Main St
• 10:30-11:15 a.m. Village of Cochrane, Cochrane Village Hall: 102 E 5th Street
• 12:00-12:45 p.m. Waumandee Township, Waumandee State Bank- S2021 CTH U
• 1:30-2:15 p.m. City of Alma, Buffalo County Courthouse, Board Room
• 4:30-5:15 p.m. Village of Pepin, Village of Pepin Library

Tuesday, February 9

• 10:00-10:45 a.m. City of Durand, City Hall: Council Chambers 104 E Main St
• 11:30-12:15 a.m. Village of Plum, CitySenior Center-501 Main St.
• 1:00-1:45 p.m. El Paso Township, Town Hall - N5325 450TH ST
• 2:30-3:15 p.m. Village of Bay City, Village Hall- W6391 Main St.
• 4:00-4:45 p.m. Maiden Rock, Maiden Rock Creamery: W3487 St. Hwy 35
• 5:30-6:15 p.m. Village of Stockholm, Wide Spot Performing Art Center-N2030 Spring St. 2nd Floor

CALL TO CAUCUS!!

Our County Caucus will be held on Saturday, February 6, 2010, at the Ashley Furniture Homestore Community Room in Arcadia. This event will take place in lieu of our regularly scheduled February meeting. The Caucus will start promptly at 1:00 pm with plans to finish by 4:00 pm. Refreshments will be served. Lunch and menu items will be available at The Pub restaurant within the Ashley Homestore.

The County Caucus will involve the business of the Republican Party of Trempealeau County and preparation for the 3rd District Caucus. It is vitally important that we have good attendance at our County Caucus so that Trempealeau County will have a strong representation at both the District Caucus (which will be held on Saturday, March 27, 2010 at the Plaza Hotel in Eau Claire) and at the State Convention (which will run from May 21- 23, 2010, at the Hyatt Regency in Milwaukee). In order to become a Delegate or Alternate for District and State, it is strongly recommended that you attend the County Caucus for consideration. All members in good standing are encouraged to submit their names for this privilege. This year, Delegates and Alternates must be voted on at the County Caucus and submitted to the District Chair by March 1st for approval.

This promises to be an exciting year for Republicans as we look towards the 2010 Elections! And, we expect that you are just as engaged and enraged as we are with the current leadership! Please answer your call to caucus and join us as we do our part from Trempealeau County to take our country back! See you on February 6!

Start the year off with a bang!!!

For Membership, send a check (payable to RPTC) to:
The Republican Party of Trempealeau County
c/o Valerie Pierzina, Treasurer
P.O. Box 422
Whitehall, WI 54773-0422

Membership rates are as follows:
Single: $15.00
Couple: $25.00
Family: $50.00
Senior Citizen or Student: $10.00

Come, join the Revolution!!!

Politics & Pints: Come one, Come all!

Last weekend, the Republican Party of Trempealeau County kicked-off of our brand new group, "Politics & Pints," at the Jailhouse Saloon in Centerville. It proved to be a very fun evening with good times had by all. This new group was created to be a casual and easy-going alternative to our regular monthly meetings. "Politics & Pints" is simply an informal social gathering where people come to talk politics over beer and a pizza. There is absolutely no set agenda, so you never know where the evening will take you or what solutions to the world's problems you will uncover after an evening of discussion! Meet with friends, new and old, vent your political frustrations, express ideas, and hang out in an environment where it is not taboo to talk politics. The location for each get-together will change from month to month, covering many of the fine towns and numerous eating & drinking establishments that Trempealeau County has to offer! (Needless to say, it should be quite some time before we are required to repeat a venue)! This is a wonderful networking opportunity and a great way to meet like-minded individuals. Even though it often feels like it, you are not the only Conservative in Trempealeau County! Come meet some more! We invite you to join us at our second gathering of "Politics & Pints" to be held at Sportsman's Lounge in Arcadia on Saturday, February 20th from 4-8pm. Hope to see you there!

From Wisconsin Right to Life, "News You Can Use"

Gubernatorial Candidate Tom Barrett Mirrors Doyle's Pro-Abortion Position
Pro-abortion Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett has thrown his hat into the ring as a Democratic candidate for Governor of Wisconsin for the November 2, 2010 election. After enduring eight long years of consistently anti-life actions by retiring Governor Jim Doyle, right-to-life citizens long for change. They won’t find it in Tom Barrett. Viewed as a “nice guy,” Barrett is as nasty as Doyle when it comes to abortion. Barrett compiled a lengthy hard-core pro-abortion voting record when he served in the State Assembly, State Senate and House of Representatives.

Barrett State Legislative Record Highlights (1984 – 1992)

• Voted in favor of taxpayer funding of abortion referrals.
• Voted against protecting the unborn child of a pregnant woman on life supports.
• Voted against the right-to-life position on 53 out of 55 votes.

Barrett Congressional Legislative Highlights (1992 – 2004)

• Voted against the Child Custody Protection Act which would have made it a federal crime to take a minor across state lines to have an abortion to keep the abortion secret from her parents.
• Voted against a ban on performing abortions at military hospitals.
• Voted against the Unborn Victims of Violence Act, a federal law which allows prosecutors to charge a third party for death or injury to an unborn child.
• Voted against a ban on human cloning.
• Voted against the Mexico City Policy which prohibits the use of federal funds to promote or perform abortions overseas.
• Voted for taxpayer funding of abortions for federal employees.
• Voted against banning partial-birth abortions (2002 bill).

As Governor, Tom Barrett would mean business as usual and a continuation of Doyle’s anti-life legacy. This year, Wisconsin Right to Life will be engaged in a major mission to dispel the “nice guy” image Barrett has created and expose his ruthless record to ensure that unborn babies are unprotected and can continue to be killed.

The Republican Party of Trempealeau County

Lincoln Day Dinner

Friday, January 22nd, 2010

6:00 Cocktails 7:00 Dinner 8:00 Program

Waumandee House Resort

S2020 County Highway U

Waumandee, WI 54622

608-626-2371

Keynote speaker: Scott Walker

Candidate for Wisconsin Governor

Also attending:

Mayor Dave Ross, candidate for Lt. Governor

Rep Brett Davis, candidate for Lt. Governor

Ben Collins, candidate for Lt. Governor

Rebecca Kleefisch, candidate for Lt. Governor

JB Van Hollen, WI Attorney General

Senator Dan Kapanke, candidate for U.S. Congress

Dave Westlake, candidate for U.S. Senate

Terrence Wall, candidate for U.S. Senate

Ed Thompson, candidate for State Senate

Meg Brucker, potential candidate