Club looks to next steps in governor recall process
REPUBLICAN CLUB
by Brian Harmon
LW contributor
The leadership team of the LW Republican Club wants to reiterate the club’s support for the anti-racism campaign in Leisure World. Racism is an issue that concerns everyone. The club believes in neighborliness, cooperation, unity and respect for everyone, even those with whom it may strongly disagree.
••• Now that the recall of Gov. Gavin Newsom is reasonably sure to be on the ballot, the Republican Club is starting to plan a campaign.
Gov. Newsom’s closing and severely restricting churches is probably the biggest issue for the club. For nearly a year, the rule has been that a church could have 25 percent of its capacity in attendance, or 250 people, whichever is lowest. So, if a church has room for 2,000 people, they are only allowed to have 250 present.
••• The GOP club does not charge membership dues or impose any other financial obligation on members. The club raises money primarily through donations and selling political campaign memorabilia during election season. Roughly $8,000 was raised in the past year.
The club endorses candidates for partisan and non-partisan races; funds are used to support club-endorsed candidates, pay for speakers at club meetings and cover miscellaneous expenses.
The club is looking forward to meeting in person soon, but for now, its regular club meetings are held via Zoom on the third Wednesday at 7 p.m. Anyone who wants to be added to the club membership roster or get more information about the club can send an email to dharlow50@aol.com or call (714) 928-1950. Everyone on the email list will be sent a link to the next meeting.
Members will also be sent via email the agenda and minutes for each meeting and other necessary information by the club president.
Club leadership encourages anyone, especially club members, to send their opinions on public issues or ideas about what the club should be doing. To do so, call or text (714) 928-1950. If sending a text, say “GOP club” on the first line. Those who do not want their name, ideas, or opinions to be made public should so indicate.
