Keet to Formally Announce Candidacy in 5-City Tour Tomorrow

from the Republican Party of Arkansas

Former Republican State Senator and businessman Jim Keet will formally announce his candidacy for Arkansas Governor during a five city tour of Arkansas on Tuesday, March 2 and you're invited to attend! Tuesday, March 2, 2010 Schedule 8:00 a.m. – Jonesboro: Jonesboro Municipal Airport (Lobby) 10:30 a.m. – El Dorado: Airport – Goodwin Field (Conference Room) 1:30 p.m. – Little Rock: State Capitol, Old Supreme Court Chamber (South End, Second Floor) 4:00 p.m. – Fort Smith: Airport – TacAir (Front Lawn, Weather Permitting) 6:00 p.m. – Bentonville: Benton County Public Services Center Please spread the word to all your family and friends! Your participation and support is highly appreciated! We hope to see you there! Jim Keet is the President of Taziki’s Restaurant in Little Rock, Arkansas and former President and CEO of Barnhill’s Buffet. In 1989, Keet was elected to the Arkansas House of Representatives and in 1992 was elected to the Arkansas State Senate. He has been married to Margaret Keet for thirty-eight years and they have four children and two grandchildren. Please visit http://www.arkansasgop.org to learn more about Jim Keet. Republican Party of Arkansas - p: (501) 372-7301 | f: (501) 372-1656 Paid for and authorized by the Republican Party of Arkansas Rockefeller Republican Center, 1201 West Sixth, Little Rock, AR 72201 Not Authorized By Any Candidate Or Committee | © 2009

RPA Newsletter 2-13-10

The conservative movement taking place in Arkansas is impacting our great state in positive and productive ways. Senator Blanche Lincoln currently has a 62% disapproval rating and today she is seen as the most vulnerable Democrat in the Senate Let’s take a look at her dwindling popularity…

August 26, 2009 - Arkansas Sen. Lincoln's Approval Slump Continues

“Democrat Blanche Lincoln will have to address a serious popularity slump back home as she gears up her 2010 bid for a third Senate term in Arkansas. Lincoln held a 36 percent job approval rating, to 44 percent disapproval, in an Aug. 21-24 Public Policy Polling survey of Arkansas voters. CQ Politics rates the general election race as Democrat Favored.”

http://blogs.cqpolitics.com/polltracker/2009/08/arkansas-sen-lincolns-approval.html

January 11, 2010 - New Levels of Vulnerability for Reid and Lincoln

“The decision of Connecticut Sen. Christoper J. Dodd to retire in the face of an increasingly bleak re-election outlook shifted attention to two other Democratic senators fighting for their political lives in 2010 – Majority Leader Harry Reid of Nevada and Blanche Lincoln of Arkansas. Given these developments, the fact that both senators start the year trailing in general election match-ups in the most recent polls and the deepening political crisis facing Democrats, CQ-Roll Call is changing the race ratings to Tossup, from Leans Democrat, the most competitive ranking in the system.”

http://www.cqpolitics.com/wmspage.cfm?docID=news-000003176626

February 12, 2010 - Lincoln: No 1 in Vulnerability?

Sen. Blanche Lincoln appears to be on her way to earning the dubious title of most vulnerable Senate incumbent of the 2010 cycle.

“The moderate Arkansas Democrat has become a top target of national Republicans in 2010, especially after Sen. Christopher J. Dodd (D-Conn.) announced in early January he was not to going to seek re-election. Meanwhile Lincoln’s weakness at home, which has been reinforced by multiple recent polls, has drawn some of the state’s best known Republicans into the race. Given these developments and the worsening of the political mood for Democrats, CQ Politics is changing the rating of the Arkansas Senate race from Tossup to Leans Republican.”

http://www.cqpolitics.com/wmspage.cfm?docid=news-000003293331&topic=Feature

The people of Arkansas deserve a Senator who is willing to stand up for Arkansans in Washington! Let’s continue working together to help conservatives win in 2010!

---

“Arkansas Welcomes Sarah Palin” is just days away! If you want to take part in one of the biggest conservative gatherings the state of Arkansas has ever seen, get your tickets now:

http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/1B00442EDF6359DD?artistid=1399963&majorcatid=10005&minorcatid=0

Republican Party of Arkansas - p: (501) 372-7301 | f: (501) 372-1656

---

Share|

Sarah Palin is Coming to Central Arkansas!

from the Republican Party of Arkansas

The political landscape in Arkansas is rapidly changing right before our eyes. Within the past month, we have witnessed the retirement of two United States Congressmen, the dwindling popularity of Blanche Lincoln and the explosion of conservative movements all across our great state and nation. The Republican Party of Arkansas appreciates your support and hopes you will help us restore transparency, individual liberty and fiscal sanity within our government.

We also don’t want you to miss out on an opportunity to see Gov. Sarah Palin live at Verizon Arena on February 16 at 7:30 p.m.

2010 is an important election year for Arkansas, and purchasing a ticket for “Arkansas Welcomes Sarah Palin” is a contribution to help conservatives win in 2010!

General Admission tickets are $35 and $65 and can be purchased online through Ticketmaster: http://www.ticketmaster.com/Sarah-Palin-tickets/artist/1399963

Tickets may also be purchased by visiting the Verizon Arena Box Office in North Little Rock, AR.

For dinner tickets and tables, please call the RPA headquarters at 501-372-7301!

We thank you for supporting the RPA and hope to see you on Feb. 16 as we welcome Sarah Palin to Arkansas.

---

Share|

RPA Executive Director: "Let's make our voices heard."

Letter from RPA Executive Director Chase Dugger:

As the Democratic healthcare scheme moves closer to a final vote, we have one question for Sen. Blanche Lincoln: how will she vote? As you all remember, last month Blanche Lincoln was the 60th vote to advance the healthcare scheme in the U.S. Senate. She said at the time, “I, along with others, expect to have legitimate opportunities to influence the health care reform legislation that is voted on by the senate later this year.” The problem is she has been silent ever since – refusing to stand up for two-thirds of her constituents who oppose this legislation and voice their concerns. We all know there is a price tag of nearly $1 trillion associated with the bill. Even Democrats like Arkansas governor Beebe shutter at the cost: Gov. Mike Beebe (D-AR) Says Dems’ Bill Burdens State With $205 Million In Unfunded Mandates While Arkansas Already In Budget Crisis. “The day before the House approved a $1.2 trillion healthcare proposal, Beebe said his office had determined that it would add $205million to the state’s Medicaid budget by 2015 … he said he was definitely opposed to the price tag it would bring the state. ‘We’re running a pretty tight budget now, and I don’t know where we’d get that,’ Beebe said.”(Andrew DeMillo,” Analysis: Beebe Playing Role In Health Care Debate,” The Associated Press,11/15/09) Time is running out. The Senate is trying to ram this bill down our throats on Christmas Eve and I’m asking for your help. Let’s make our voices heard. Everyone who receives this email should call Blanche Lincoln’s office at (202) 224-4843. Our goal is to make sure Blanche Lincoln listens to Arkansans and there is no better way than launching a massive call into her office. In addition, email her office by clicking here and copy me at communications@arkansasgop.org at the state party and ask her to vote no on the healthcare scheme. A massive grassroots effort is underway and we need your help. Thank you for all you do. Chase Dugger RPA Executive Director

RPA Winter Republican Leadership Summit

The Republican Party of Arkansas has announced its Winter Republican Leadership Summit will be held December 5th at the Arlington Hotel in Hot Springs. The all day events will include the state committee meeting and grassroots training sessions, but the main event is likely to be the Iowa-style Straw Poll for the Party's candidates to replace US Senator Blanche Lincoln in 2010.

Tickets to the event are $15 per person, but will only be sold in blocks of 10. Anyone can purchase a ticket to attend the events at the summit, but only guests with a current Arkansas driver’s license, a current Arkansas College/University ID, or a current voter registration card, and must be at least 18 years old by November 3rd 2010 will be allowed to vote in the straw poll.

Curtis Coleman is actively seeking your vote in the Straw Poll via Facebook. If you can be a delegate or a delegate captain for Coleman, he asks that you please contact Brandon Scaife at BRANDON.SCAIFE@CURTISCOLEMAN.COM as soon as possible.

Arkansas State Senator Gilbert Baker posted a request for support in the Straw Poll on his Facebook wall and Fred Ramey informed us via Facebook he will also be participating.

Colonel Conrad Reynolds is encouraging his Republican supporters to turn out also. “I look forward to seeing all Republican Senate candidates in Hot Springs and the opportunity to speak to thousands of Arkansans about how we can restore our voice in Washington,” said Reynolds in a September 29 press release.

State Senator Kim Hendren is looking forward to the straw poll as well. "I would like to join the other candidates in asking for folks' to turn out and cast their vote. It should be a good learning experience for all of us," he said in response to our query via his website.

Buddy Rogers told us, "I am participating in the December 5 straw poll to be held in Hot Springs. I encourage my supporters to attend. I will not be buying more than the required number of tickets the event because I can better judge my actual support relying on those supporters who are willing to buy their own tickets from their county committees rather than manufacturing 'support' by buying it. Although I don't expect to win the straw poll, a strong showing will be immensely encouraging."

When asked if he'll be participating, founder of Arkansas Tea Party, Inc. Tom Cox said "Yes. We're looking forward to it." Cox also announced he'll be happy to provide tickets for his supporters who contact his campaign and request them.

With a crowded field of 7 announced Republican candidates already in the race, this a great opportunity to get a feel for where each stands and make your voice heard on who will be the Republican nominee to face Blanche Lincoln in 2010.

Since tickets will only be sold in blocks of 10, please complete the form below if you're interested in attending. We'll contact you to collect for your tickets once we have a group of 10 who desire to attend. We'll then make arrangements to collect payment for your tickets, we'll purchase the tickets, then get them delivered to you. Since tickets are only sold in blocks of 10, we'll need to collect payment in advance and assign groups on a first come, first served basis.

LCRC has not endorsed a candidate in the 2010 race for US Senate and purchasing your ticket through LCRC in no way obligates you to vote for a particular candidate, or in a bloc with others in your group. We are providing this service as a means to make it easier for you to participate in the conference and straw poll, not to solicit support for any particular candidate.

LCRC Monthly Meeting Tomorrow

The Lonoke Country Republican Committee will hold its monthly meeting tomorrow night at 7:00 pm at Grandpa's BBQ in Cabot. If you're deeply involved in politics or just curious about what goes on, we'd love to have you join us. You can view or download the minutes from last month's meeting or the agenda for tomorrow using the links below.

LCRC October Agenda	View	Download
LCRC September Minutes	View	Download

The Republican Party remains locked in an ideological battle with our opponents at all levels of government. On issues from abortion to health care to tax policy, a recently reinvigorated conservative movement has dealt a blow to the liberal agenda proposed (and already partially imposed on us) by Democrats who now control the White House and both houses of Congress. The party of President Obama, House Speaker Pelosi, and Senate Majority Leader Reid, remains firmly in control of Arkansas' Executive and Legislative branches as well.

If you're one of a growing majority who find themselves alienated, isolated, and frustrated by a government that continues to dismantle the foundation upon which the United States became the greatest country in the world, please join us in our efforts to elect strong conservative candidates who will truly and honestly represent Arkansas values and interests in Washington.

In that spirit, we work to introduce you to Republican candidates for local, state, and federal offices. This month, Colonel Conrad Reynolds and Mark Darr will address the committee. Reynolds is running for the US Senate seat currently held by Blanche Lincoln and Darr is running for Arkansas Lieutenant Governor.

So join us to get a first-hand, up close look at these candidates and meet like-minded conservatives working hard to make sure we elect folks who will represent Arkansas' values.

RPA Newsletter 9/25/09

from the Republican Party of Arkansas

A big part of being a United States Senator is the ability to lead. Leadership in the Senate is fundamental to Arkansas . We need two Senators who are willing to step forward and lead the way for Arkansans as they work to pass legislation that reflects the views of the people. Unfortunately, the last several years have shown a total lack of leadership on the part of Senator Blanche Lincoln.

Not only has she failed to provide leadership for her own party in Arkansas , she has failed to provide leadership for the people of Arkansas , and has been an abysmal failure as a United States Senator. That is why the Republican Party of Arkansas is committed to retiring Blanche Lincoln from the United States Senate.

Sen. Blanche Lincoln has behaved like an ostrich. She keeps burying her head in the sand when it comes to the important issues of our day. She blindly follows the liberal Democrats in the Senate instead of leading on the issues important to the people of Arkansas . That's why it was no surprise to hear Sen. Lincoln blindly speaking of the Senate being able to craft a "bipartisan health reform bill."

Clearly Sen. Lincoln hasn’t listened to the people of Arkansas. She is clearly siding with Harry Reid and his liberal cronies in the Senate who are trying to ram their health care bill through the Senate without a real chance for consideration by the American people.

It's time to tell Senator Lincoln enough is enough. We won't tolerate your lack of leadership any longer.

Together we can lead the Republican Party of Arkansas and the people of Arkansas to victory in 2010.

It's time for leadership.

Visit arkansasgop.org to see how you can help today.