"Where liberty dwells, there is my country." - Benjamin Franklin
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We are the Taunton Republican City Committee (TRCC). Our Mission is to support qualified Republican candidates for elected office in the City of Taunton, and to promote the Republican ideals of limited government, low taxes, and local control in the stewardship of our city and surrounding areas.
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Interview with Andrea Taber on The Right Sidr
Our third episode is an interview with Andrea Taber, proprietor of Ever So Humble Pie Company in East Walpole, MA (/http://eversohumble.com/) Andrea received national attention when she refused to take EBT tokens for her pies at a Farmer's Market event. She is also leading a new group to restore common sense into politics through her Common Sense Restoration Project (http://www.commonsenserestoration.com/)
Also make sure to like The Right Side's Facebook Page.
Also make sure to like The Right Side's Facebook Page.
Interview with Mayor Hoye on The Right Side
The Taunton Republican City Committee produced our second episode of The Right Side, an interview with Taunton Mayor Thomas C. Hoye. Check out "The Right Side" in the upper left corner of our website (or click here) and send us your comments. Also make sure to like The Right Side's Facebook Page.
First Episode of The Right Side
The Taunton Republican City Committee is proud to have produced our first cable access show. Check out "The Right Side" in the upper left corner of our website (or click here) to see the episodes and send us your comments. Also make sure to like The Right Side's Facebook Page.
2012 TRCC Year in Review
Highlights:
Huge Presidential Primary straw poll in March with over 70 attendees.
Executive Board and ward members dedicated to mid-to high level volunteer work on campaigns at every level:
- Joshua Borden (Ward 3) for Rep. Shaunna O’Connell.
- David Pottier (Ward 3) for Rep. Keiko Orrall, Scott Brown, and Mitt Romney.
- Gene McCaffrey (Ward 7) for Rep. Shaunna O’Connell and Scott Brown.
- Tom Stewart (Ward 6) for Rep. Shaunna O’Connell and Scott Brown.
- Brian Kennedy (Ward 8) for Dr. David Steinhof, Sean Bielat, and Scott Brown.
- Mike Staples (Ward 8) for Rep. Keiko Orrall, Scott Brown, and Mitt Romney.
As well as countless other efforts from Republicans in the city knocking on doors, making phone calls, and promoting candidates on social media.
Multiple invited speakers including congressional candidates and issue oriented presentations like UN Agenda 21.
Over $700 given to candidates from the committee, with more given by individual ward members.
Preparing for additional media outreach in 2013 and beyond through local access and newspaper letters and op-eds.
The TRCC is an active organization in the community and will be expanding on all these efforts for the 2013 municipal elections. Our first regular meeting in 2013 is January 24th at St. Andrew the Apostle Parish, 19 Kilmer Ave, Taunton, MA. The TRCC meets there the 4th Thursday of every month from 6:30-8pm.
Taunton Republican City Committee Endorses Sean Bielat for MA 4th Congressional District
At our September 27th meeting, Taunton Republican City Committee we endorsed Sean Beilat for the Massachusetts 4th Congressional District. Sean is amply qualified to represent our 4th congressional district as a business leader, veteran, and family man who knows the ins and outs both of government contracts and family life.
Taunton Republican City Committee Endorses Scott Brown for Senate, Mitt Romney for President
At our September 27th meeting, the Taunton Republican City Committee endorsed Scott Brown for US Senate and Mitt Romney for President. We are proud to have a presidential candidate from Massachusetts represent us and our values to the nation, and are proud of Senator Brown for all the work he has done since his win in 2010's special election.
Congratulations to Primary Winners
We extend congratulations to Sean Bielat for winning the contested Republican Primary for the 4th Congressional District in Taunton. We would also like to thank Elizabeth Childs and David Steinhof for running and representing the Republican Party these past several months.
Reminder: September 6th Primary Election
On Thursday, Sept. 6th, Don't forget to vote in the Republican Primary. Polls open from 7am-8pm.
Taunton Republican City Committee Endorses Rep. Keiko Orrall for 12th Bristol
On August 24th the Taunton Republican City Committee officially endorsed State Rep. Keiko Orrall at her Luau night in East Taunton. A good time was had by all, and a number of Taunton elected officials and congressional candidates attended.
Taunton Republican City Committee Endorses Shaunna O'Connell for 3rd Bristol
On August 17th the Taunton Republican City Committee officially endorsed State Rep. Shaunna O'Connell at her Chicken BBQ dinner at the Portuguese American Civic Club (PACC). A massive crowd was in attendance, and the event was great fun.
April 11th Ward Elections
On Wednesday, April 11th, the Taunton Republican City Committee will have our Organizational Meeting to select Ward Officers and each Ward Committee. We invite every registered Republican living in Taunton to 274 Broadway (at the corner of 138 and Whittendon Street) at 6:30 PM to participate in this meeting. Your presence will determine the strength of our organization and our ability to impact the upcoming election and 2013 local elections.
Ron Paul wins Taunton Republican City Committee Straw Poll
On March 1st, 2012 the Taunton Republican City Committee conducted a straw poll. The event was a huge success, with over 60 attendees. Representatives from all four presidential campaigns spoke, as well as State Representatives Shaunna O'Connell and Keiko Orrall, City Councilman and MA State Senate candidate David Pottier, MA-4 Congressional candidate David Rosa and a representative from Sean Beilat's campaign, and candidates for Republican State Committee Bill Nickerson and Kim Palmer.
The results of the Straw Poll were as follows:
Ron Paul: 51%
Mitt Romney: 38%
Rick Santorum: 8%
Newt Gingrich: 3%
The results of the Straw Poll were as follows:
Ron Paul: 51%
Mitt Romney: 38%
Rick Santorum: 8%
Newt Gingrich: 3%
Super Tuesday Presidential Primary and Straw Poll
Follow our link to RSVP!
On Thursday, March 1, 2012, we will be sponsoring a Republican Presidential Primary Debate Watch and Straw Poll prior to the Super Tuesday Primary.
The location for this fundraiser will be The Baha Brother's Sandbar Grill, in their Tiki Room. The Sandbar is located at 64 Weir Street, Taunton, MA.
We will begin the evening at 7PM with a Cocktail/Social hour, with a cash bar and light refreshments. We will have some important guests in attendance, so you will want to take advantage of this opportunity to meet with some of the great names in the Republican Party here in Massachusetts.
At 8PM, we will watch the Debate on CNN, and as soon as it has finished, we will hold our Straw Poll. The votes will be tabulated immediately and the results announced when the counting is done.
The requested donation for this important event is $25 per person at the door, or $20 in advance. Please click the "Donate" button through the link above for advance donations - your donation will also serve as an RSVP for the event. For those who cannot attend, but wish to vote in the poll, for a suggested donation of $10, we will send you a ballot.
On Thursday, March 1, 2012, we will be sponsoring a Republican Presidential Primary Debate Watch and Straw Poll prior to the Super Tuesday Primary.
The location for this fundraiser will be The Baha Brother's Sandbar Grill, in their Tiki Room. The Sandbar is located at 64 Weir Street, Taunton, MA.
We will begin the evening at 7PM with a Cocktail/Social hour, with a cash bar and light refreshments. We will have some important guests in attendance, so you will want to take advantage of this opportunity to meet with some of the great names in the Republican Party here in Massachusetts.
At 8PM, we will watch the Debate on CNN, and as soon as it has finished, we will hold our Straw Poll. The votes will be tabulated immediately and the results announced when the counting is done.
The requested donation for this important event is $25 per person at the door, or $20 in advance. Please click the "Donate" button through the link above for advance donations - your donation will also serve as an RSVP for the event. For those who cannot attend, but wish to vote in the poll, for a suggested donation of $10, we will send you a ballot.
Signature Gathering Party
At our February 23rd meeting we're hosting a signature gathering party for all our candidates for local office. Signing nomination papers is necessary to getting on the ballot, and each of our candidates is worthy.
Included so far:
3rd Bristol Representative Shaunna O'Connell
12th Bristol Representative Keiko Orrall
State Senate candidates Jerry Lenihan and David Pottier
MA-4 Congressional candidates Sean Bielat and Elizabeth Childs
Included so far:
3rd Bristol Representative Shaunna O'Connell
12th Bristol Representative Keiko Orrall
State Senate candidates Jerry Lenihan and David Pottier
MA-4 Congressional candidates Sean Bielat and Elizabeth Childs
Congratulations to our winning candidates for local office
The Taunton Republican City Committee offers congratulations to City Councilman David Pottier and Candidate for Planning Board Joshua Borden for victories in their campaigns in the the 2011 municipal elections. We are proud of all of our candidates who ran for office and will continue to organize to bring locally based, conservative change to the city of Taunton.
Support your candidates for the Taunton Municipal Election
Election Date: November 8th, 2011.
The Taunton Republican City Committee is proud to support these candidates for Taunton's 2011 Municipal Election. These candidates will work hard for you while in office and will strive to represent your needs and concerns. They need as much support as you can give them in the last days of the campaign.
City Council:
John Cicco
David Pottier
Michael Staples
Planning Board:
Joshua Borden
School Committee:
Brian Kennedy
The Taunton Republican City Committee is proud to support these candidates for Taunton's 2011 Municipal Election. These candidates will work hard for you while in office and will strive to represent your needs and concerns. They need as much support as you can give them in the last days of the campaign.
City Council:
John Cicco
David Pottier
Michael Staples
Planning Board:
Joshua Borden
School Committee:
Brian Kennedy
Keiko Orrall wins 12th Bristol in special election
Keiko Orrall defeated Roger Brunelle Jr. in the special election for former Rep. Steven Canessa's 12th Bristol house seat, with 2,125 votes to Brunelle's 1,761. This election marks the 33rd Republican elected into the Massachusetts House, up 17 from 2009. In Taunton, Keiko won with 131 to 129 votes, a slim victory, but a victory nonetheless. We are proud of all the Republicans in Taunton's 4A district who came out to vote for Keiko. It will still take a lot of hard work in Taunton's municipal elections this year and the statewide elections next year, but Taunton has proven it can beat the Democratic machine.
Congratulations to Keiko and all the Tauntonians in Ward 4A. This is a great victory for you, the first of many to come!
Congratulations to Keiko and all the Tauntonians in Ward 4A. This is a great victory for you, the first of many to come!
Keiko Orrall victorious in 12th Bristol Republican primary
The Special Election for former Rep. Steven Canessa's seat has passed the primary stage, with Keiko Orrall to take on Roger Brunell Jr. The Special Election will be held Tuesday, Sept. 20th. The election of Shaunna O'Connell last November has already put Beacon Hill on notice, it's time to do it again. You can contact Keiko at orrall2012@gmail.com. Check out her website and profile page as well.
The 12th Bristol House district includes: Precinct 3 in Freetown; Precincts 2 and 3 in Lakeville; Precincts 2 and 4 in Middleboro; Precincts F and G of Ward 1, precincts A, B, C, D and E of Ward 3, and Precincts D and E of Ward 4 in New Bedford; and Precinct A of Ward 4 in Taunton.
The 12th Bristol House district includes: Precinct 3 in Freetown; Precincts 2 and 3 in Lakeville; Precincts 2 and 4 in Middleboro; Precincts F and G of Ward 1, precincts A, B, C, D and E of Ward 3, and Precincts D and E of Ward 4 in New Bedford; and Precinct A of Ward 4 in Taunton.
Demand Governor Patrick Sign Secure Communities NOW!
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Erin Thibault
June 6, 2011 (508) 567-8947
O’CONNELL DISAPPOINTED IN GOVERNOR’S FAILURE TO SIGN SECURE COMMUNITIES
TAUNTON…Today, State Representative Shaunna O’Connell, 3rd Bristol House District, expressed deep disappointment in Governor Patrick’s decision not to sign onto the federal secure communities program.
“This is an Obama administration program that has been implemented in 41 other states, and yet our Governor thinks it is not a good idea. I am deeply disappointed that Governor Patrick is not willing to put public safety first,” said O’Connell. "The public hearings held by the Patrick administration,which were heavily stacked in favor of illegal immigrants, proved to be a nothing more than an attempt to delay implementation of the program."
Secure Communities is a federal program designed by the Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), which is part of the Department of Homeland Security. The program identifies all deportable foreign nationals who are arrested by local police for other state and federal crimes. The criminal illegal immigrants who commit additional crimes are removed from the country instead of being released back into the community.
“Right now we have 24,000 criminal illegal immigrants at-large in Massachusetts. These are people who not only broke our laws crossing the borders, but they are also committing other serious crimes. The Obama administration’s Secure Communities program allows for our local law enforcement to help identify deportable aliens via fingerprinting. This is not something new for the Commonwealth. Our state troopers were helping during the previous administration, and due to Governor Patrick’s support of illegal immigrants, he overturned the public safety measure,” said O’Connell.
Boston already has a pilot program which has resulted in 293 people being taken off the streets. Boston’s Police Chief Ed Davis has said that everyone identified via SC was a public threat.
“This program has bipartisan support. It is time for the Governor to put the interests and safety of our law-abiding citizens first,” added O’Connell.
O’Connell is a lifelong resident of Taunton. She worked her way through college by serving in the food department at Morton Hospital and quickly becoming a department supervisor. Professionally, O’Connell is a self-employed court reporter. She is a devoted wife and mother of two young children and continues to be active in her church and volunteer for numerous community programs.
To bring Governor Patrick to task, there is a Facebook page where you can post your thoughts and organize.
June 6, 2011 (508) 567-8947
O’CONNELL DISAPPOINTED IN GOVERNOR’S FAILURE TO SIGN SECURE COMMUNITIES
TAUNTON…Today, State Representative Shaunna O’Connell, 3rd Bristol House District, expressed deep disappointment in Governor Patrick’s decision not to sign onto the federal secure communities program.
“This is an Obama administration program that has been implemented in 41 other states, and yet our Governor thinks it is not a good idea. I am deeply disappointed that Governor Patrick is not willing to put public safety first,” said O’Connell. "The public hearings held by the Patrick administration,which were heavily stacked in favor of illegal immigrants, proved to be a nothing more than an attempt to delay implementation of the program."
Secure Communities is a federal program designed by the Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), which is part of the Department of Homeland Security. The program identifies all deportable foreign nationals who are arrested by local police for other state and federal crimes. The criminal illegal immigrants who commit additional crimes are removed from the country instead of being released back into the community.
“Right now we have 24,000 criminal illegal immigrants at-large in Massachusetts. These are people who not only broke our laws crossing the borders, but they are also committing other serious crimes. The Obama administration’s Secure Communities program allows for our local law enforcement to help identify deportable aliens via fingerprinting. This is not something new for the Commonwealth. Our state troopers were helping during the previous administration, and due to Governor Patrick’s support of illegal immigrants, he overturned the public safety measure,” said O’Connell.
Boston already has a pilot program which has resulted in 293 people being taken off the streets. Boston’s Police Chief Ed Davis has said that everyone identified via SC was a public threat.
“This program has bipartisan support. It is time for the Governor to put the interests and safety of our law-abiding citizens first,” added O’Connell.
O’Connell is a lifelong resident of Taunton. She worked her way through college by serving in the food department at Morton Hospital and quickly becoming a department supervisor. Professionally, O’Connell is a self-employed court reporter. She is a devoted wife and mother of two young children and continues to be active in her church and volunteer for numerous community programs.
To bring Governor Patrick to task, there is a Facebook page where you can post your thoughts and organize.
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