College Republicans
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The New Paltz College Republicans are an officially recognized chapter of the College Republican National Committee and the New York College Republican State Committee. The College Republicans are the official college outreach wing of the Republican Party.
Meetings: Wednesday at 9:30pm SUB 405.
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All-College Republicans
Although organizations of Republicans on campus have not been continuous, student activism on the part of the Republican party dates back to at least 1956, when New Paltz was home to a club called "All-College Republicans."
In October of 1956, the All-College Republicans planned a "Community Get-Together for Ike," a parade and rally which involved community and college Republicans. (1)
New Paltz College Republicans
The current chapter was co-founded by Michael J. Peters Jr., Ryan Hoy, and Brian Gold. The Club began holding regular meetings in January 2005 and has become part of the political environment on the SUNY New Paltz campus, and has quickly become involved in Village, Town, and County Politics as well.
In the mid-fall of 2005 Brian Gold resigned as chairman of the New Paltz College Republicans to focus on his new role as an executive board member of the New York College Republican State Committee. Original members and co-founders of the club, Ulster County Young Republicans chairman Ryan Hoy and the Student Association's Executive Secretary Michael J. Peters Jr., stepped up to replace Gold. The Club's previous constitution was updated to facilitate better organization and administration.
Past Events
- Accepted Students Day 2006 - 6 of the CRs gave out literature, stickers, keychains and information to incoming freshman. The day was successful, with more genuine interest than mocking, despite all odds.
- 2/27/2006 Politial Debate - in the Purple Lounge a discussion was had focusing on foreign policy. Several College Republicans and members of Students Against Empire attended. Members of the two groups give their opinions of past, present and future US foreign policy. Michael J. Peters Jr. did not speak, and was heard to say later that he would have were the debate on domestic issues. There has been talk of another discussion between the two groups in the future.
- 2/25/06 Counter Protest - The CRs drove over to Poughkeepsie to counter the Dutchess Greens and other groups who were protesting outside of the Army Recruiting Station on Rt. 9. The event went well, with more cars honking to support the CRs than the protesters. Afterwards, a celebratory meal at Wendy's was had. Picture(s) to come.
- CPAC 2006 - 9 Members of the College Republicans attended the conference this year. It was held in the Omni Shoreham Hotel in Washington DC.
- 2005 Holiday Donation Drive - Members of the club donated gifts and money to Family of Woodstock, Inc.. The donations went to local needy families for the holidays.
- one time we went in to old main and tugged on each other's dicks until they were red and raw and glistening like overcooked hot dogs
- Youth Leadership School - Twice this semester, members of the College Republicans have attended the Youth Leadership School, put on by the Leadership Institute. Members drove to Syracuse, NY for the first weekend, and to Storrs, CT for the second. All those attending endured two 12+ hour days of lecture at each conference. Despite the long hours, everyone had a great time.
- Political Survivor - This fall was the first time the College Republicans took part in Political Survivor, the annual event put on by Political Science Club. Only two members were able to attend for the College Republican team, Christian Amez and Michael J. Peters Jr..
- March 19th, 2005 Protest in Hasbrouck Park - The College Republicans organized a counter protest to the anti-war protest. The event went well, with no confrontation to speak of. For pictures, see our website via the link below.
- CPAC 2005 - With the recent formation of the Club, only Brian Gold and Michael J. Peters Jr. were able to attend this conference in 2005. For pictures, see our website via the link below.
Minutes from Past Meetings
College Republican Meeting Minutes
New Paltz College Republican's Executive Board
Note: We are not politically correct, nor do we wish to be. None of the women who hold titles object to being called "Chairman" so you shouldn't either.
Vandalized Stuff
References
- The Oracle, October 19, 1956, Page Three, "Republicans Plan Meeting"
External Links
- New Paltz College Republicans Homepage
- New Paltz College Republicans Facebook Group
- New York College Republican State Committee
