Get Out The Vote – Win With Republicans – You Can Help
Let’s Get Republicans back in charge
We need to take back the White House and get back to sanity. How do we do that?
We do it by getting your neighbors out to vote so we can get Republican Donald J Trump, Senator Rick Scott, Congressmen Byron Donalds, Mario Diaz-Balart and Scott Franklin re-elected at the federal level.
At the local level we need to ensure State Representatives Lauren Melo, and Adam Botana keep their positions, and Yvette Benarroch to win her State Representative position. Republicans have done a poor job of turning out for elections the past few years. We need to change that.
Let’s Get Out The Vote
You can help as the local Republican centered clubs are hosting a Get Out The Vote (GOTV) Workship, scheduled for September 24th, from 5:30 to 8:30pm.
It will include a buffet dinner at Naples Hilton, and only costs $10. You Do Not Need to Be A Member of a Club – Open to All Republicans
The 2024 National GOTV Program is a series of nationwide workshops put on by the Leadership Institute that will teach attendees modern GOTV strategies and tactics for canvassing, phone banking, texting, using voter data, and volunteering.
You will also learn the best practices for absentee and early voting, election integrity, and poll watching/greeting. These trainings will give you the tools to participate effectively in our democratic process, hone and expand your GOTV skillset, and help save America.
This GOTV Workshop is ideal for elected officials, current or future candidates for political office, campaign operatives, party officials, and campaign volunteers. You will also have opportunities to put what you learn into practice:
· Door Knocking Fundamentals Role-Play Session
· Phone Banking Role-Play Session
· • Poll Greeting Role-Play and Discussion
Men’s Club Member Ed Brandt Receives Congressional Veteran Commendation
We are proud to announce our very own “The Right Men’s Club” member and board member Ed Brandt has been awarded the Congressional Veteran Commendation presented by Congressman Mario Diaz-Balart, on Tuesday, June 18th and the VFW #7721 facility. Ed’s wife Jane Brandt was able to be present for the award as shown in the photo above.
Quote from Congressman Diaz-Balart:
It is with deep pride and gratitude that I presented the Congressional Veteran Commendation to Chaplain (Brigadier General) Kenneth E. Brandt (Retired) from Naples In recognition for his years of service to the United States Army. His bravery, selflessness, and commitment to our nation helped preserve the freedom we enjoy today. We honor his outstanding contributions to our country and community, and I extend my heartfelt appreciation for his selfless commitment.
A large showing of attendees was present to participate in the presentation.
Mr. Brandt will be interviewed, and his wartime collection will be added to the Veterans History Project, sponsored by the Library of Congress.
The award stated:
From Left to Right: Commissioner Burt Saunders, Congressman Mario Diaz-Balart, Brigadier General Ed Brandt, and VFW Post J.B. Holmes
Congressional Veteran Commendation
On behalf of a grateful nation and citizens of the Twenty-Sixth Congressional District of Florida, thies Congressional Veteran Commendation is awarded to
Kenneth E. Brandt
In recognition for his years of service to the United States Army. His bravery, selflessness, and commitment to our nation helped preserve the freedom we enjoy today. Signed under my had this eighteenth day of June 2024.
Mario Diaz-Balart
Member of Congress
President’s Message – June 2024 – Scholarships and Elections
Russell Tuff
The deadline for registering and qualifying to run for office in Collier County is Friday, June 14th. It’s essential to review the candidates and ensure you are voting for those who best represent your values and aspirations for elected officials. Click here to view the list of all declared Republican candidates, which will be updated daily until Saturday after the qualifying period ends.
Scholarship Awards
This year, thanks to your generous support, The Right Men’s Club will be awarding $22,000 in scholarships. If you attended our breakfast on Friday, you had the chance to meet some of the students who have qualified for these scholarships. Their enthusiasm and dedication during the vetting process give us great hope for the future.
Each scholarship winner wrote an impressive essay on the Constitution, showcasing their knowledge and passion for our nation’s foundational document. These scholarships, valued at $2,000 per year, will support the students for up to four years, provided they maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Notably, all our scholarship recipients this year boast GPAs above 4.0.
New Scholarship Recipients
- Annamaria Saadeh from Mason Academy
- Celine Schauer from Marco Island Academy
- Jamille Jordan from Gulf Coast High
- Collette Combs from Marco Island Academy
- Continuing Scholarship Recipients
Assuming they maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher, the following students will continue to receive their scholarships:
- Blake Carter
- Ayden Scott
- Katrina Baiza
- Bridi Paparusi
- Shahz Rahmonov
- Jade Izurietta
Additional Support
We are also pleased to announce that ITECH will receive $2,000 to assist students with unforeseen expenses, helping them to continue their classes without interruption. We have also funded an endowment to Florida Gulf Coast University, that will deliver a $1,200 scholarship this year.
If you want to assist in providing scholarships, read the reasons and ways you can help – Click Here
Thank you for your continued support and commitment to fostering the next generation of leaders.
Sincerely,
Russell Tuff
President
The Right Men’s Club
A Letter from Scholarship Recipient Matthew Boggan
Matthew Boggan
Dear Men’s Club Board of Directors,
I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your generous support of my education over the past two years. As a recipient of your scholarship at FGCU, I am thrilled to share that I have recently graduated with my Master’s in Business Administration from Florida Gulf Coast University. Last year, I proudly earned my Bachelor’s in Business Management from FGCU Honors College as well. Staying connected in Collier County, I am a proud Class of 2024 graduate of Associate Leadership Collier.
Receiving your scholarship for both my undergraduate and graduate degrees has been an incredible honor, and I cannot thank you enough for believing in my potential and supporting my academic journey. Your generosity has made a significant impact on my life and career aspirations. During my time at FGCU, I had the privilege of serving as President of the College Republicans/Conservatives for the past two years. It was an incredibly rewarding experience, and I am proud to say that the club has been turned over into great hands, ensuring its continued success and growth.
As I transition from student life, I am excited to announce that I am now working on multiple campaigns in Collier County this election cycle, striving to get good Republicans elected. Additionally, I serve on the Board of Directors of the Naples Reagan Club & East Naples Civic & Commerce. It is an exciting and rewarding endeavor, and I am committed to making a positive difference in our community.
Thank you once again for your unwavering support. It was a pleasure seeing most of you at your last meeting this month, and I look forward to staying connected and contributing to our shared goals.
Warmest regards,
Matt Boggan
Men’s Club Name Change – The What For?
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Background
Politics in the United States has grown increasingly contentious, with extremists widening divisions in a country once celebrated for its tolerance of diverse opinions. Regrettably, the Republican Party has not been immune to this trend. It is with a sense of solemnity that I convey this message.
As many of you are already aware, the Republican Men’s Club of Collier County has undergone reorganization, now operating under the new name Men’s Club of Collier County, Inc., and conducting business as The Right Men’s Club. Many of you have already received updated name tags reflecting this change.
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History
For over two decades, our club has taken pride in hosting influential speakers who champion Republican values. We’ve provided a forum for like-minded individuals to convene, nurturing shared beliefs and actively advocating for conservative principles at both local and national levels. Moreover, unable to make significant political contributions, we’ve directed our funds towards scholarships for deserving conservative students in Collier County and organizations assisting local veterans.
Logic of Decision
The decision to reorganize our club, freeing it from dependence on CCREC charter approval, stems from recent actions by our local Collier County Republican Executive Committee (CCREC). Last year, the CCREC, along with similar committees in other Florida counties, sought to exert control over all aspects of our activities, including mandatory financial contributions. This move prompted us, along with the other Republican-chartered clubs in Collier County, to reorganize independently.
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Painful Consequences
The newly adopted rules empowered only three designated CCREC members to remove elected club officers, revoke charters, and seize club funds without any avenue for appeal. This power grab threatened to stifle diverse opinions, ultimately weakening our Party.
In response to pressure from the CCREC and other RECs, the Republican Party of Florida altered charter rules last November, mandating compliance with CCREC directives. These constraints left little room for inclusion of diverse viewpoints, jeopardizing the future of our programs and the growth we’ve experienced over the past six years.
The Future
While our new club name may not include “Republican,” rest assured, we remain committed to upholding the Constitutionally Conservative Principles we’ve always championed. We’ll continue providing quality speakers, organizing gatherings, and supporting worthy causes, albeit under a slightly different name.
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We sincerely hope to retain the support we’ve enjoyed for many years. Our all-volunteer board and officers remain steadfast in their commitment to deserving that support.
Sincerely,
The Board of Directors of the Republican Men’s Club of Collier County, and
The Board of Directors of the Men’s Club of Collier County, Inc., operating as The Right Men’s Club
Republican Surpass 900,000 voter Registration in Florida and Flip another County Red
We now have a 900,000 Republican voter advantage. In less than 4 years there has been a shift of over 1.1 million voters towards our Republican party!
Madison County is the latest Florida county to flip in favor of Republicans, handing the state GOP a plurality of registered voters in 57 of Florida’s 67 counties.
The Florida GOP’s latest feat occurs just as Vice President Kamala Harris is visiting Florida on Wednesday.
The flip also comes shortly after the Florida GOP broke a historic 900,000 voter registration lead statewide, and just days after party Chairman Evan Power hosted an event in Madison to register GOP voters.
“Kamala steps foot in Florida and another county turns RED!” the Florida GOP said. “Maybe Kamala can explain why Florida Dems are fleeing Biden’s failed policies. A once Blue state now has over 900,000 more registered Republicans than Dems.”
The Republicans trailed Democrats in 2020 by more than 100,000 voters – marking a shift since then of over 1 million.
Democrats now only have a plurality in 10 counties.
The narrowest blue-leaning counties are Hillsborough (D+1.3%) and Duval (D+2.6%), both which include major urban areas of Tampa and Jacksonville, respectively.
Behind those two is Miami-Dade County, which leans blue by registration by nearly 4.8%.
Notable blue strongholds remain in Gadsden, Broward, Leon, Alachua and Orange County, in order of largest to smallest Democratic registration lead.
Make the Republican Party Your Party
The Republican Men’s Club is a social club, which gathers like-minded people to not only socialize, but share and learn from elected officials and knowledgeable individuals hosted as speakers.
The Club under various names has been attracting members, elected officials and speakers for over 20 years. We appreciate each and every one of you who have continued to be active in our Club.
For those Men’s Club members who might wish to be more engaged in the politics and governance of the Republican Party in Collier County, there is an opportunity available with a filing necessary by or before noon on June 14th. Those positions are Precinct Committeewoman or Precinct Committeeman.
Each of the 67 precincts in Collier County is allocated 1 woman and 1 man for every 1000 voters in the precinct. Therefore, precinct allocations vary from 1 man, 1 woman to as many as 7 men, 7 women in the largest precincts.
If you are interested in becoming a representative of your precinct you should download the rules and complete the form by clicking here. Note that the filing requires a Notary Public certification before submittal. We will have a Notary attend our June meetings in order to certify the filing.
Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact Mike Lyster at KCMDL@comcast.net or me at pwgrannis@comcast.net.