Dr. Mark Shelton
EBOLA
TOP 10 THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW
What about a travel ban?
Should we close our schools?
How is this different from Swine Flu?
Is the CDC lying to us?
How worried should we be?
Bring Your Questions
Dr. Mark Shelton will Provide the Answers
Board Certified in Pediatrics & Pediatric Infectious Diseases, Dr. Mark Shelton has been in the practice of medicine since 1983 and has served most of his professional career at Cook Children’s’ Medical Center. As Director of Hospital Infection Control and Director of Infectious Diseases at Cook’s, Dr. Shelton led the Infectious Diseases and Hospital Infection Control Program at Cook’s from its beginning until 2008, when he gave up these leadership roles to serve in the Texas Legislature. Dr. Shelton continues to see children with infectious diseases on a daily basis, and he will bring us useful, factual information about Ebola and what it means for our community.
Social – 11:00am Program – 11:30am; Location – Fort Worth Club, 306 7th St., 12th Floor. Valet parking is available for a $5 charge.
To make a luncheon reservation ($25 with reservation, $27 without), RSVP by noon on Monday, October 20, 2014 to Helen Bavousett at 817-516-0704 or byronandhelen@live.com. If you are not having lunch, no reservation is necessary. Those who RSVP but do not attend will be billed for their reservation cost. (Please do not RSVP using the Comment/Reply section below.)
October President’s Message:
Judge Bonnie Sudderth
Since January, I have been sharing with you the reasons why I am Republican. Each month I’ve highlighted a different reason which is important to me. Among them were fiscal restraint, work ethic, support for women in elected offices, limited government, respect for the Constitution and Constitutional rights, principled stances and generosity. There are hundreds of good reasons to vote Republican, and I could continue listing them month after month for years to come, but…
Since the election is now underway, it’s time to sum it up. So, this month, I will share with you a dozen reasons why all Texans should vote Republican this November:
A Dozen Reasons to Vote Republican on November 4
- Freedom and Free Enterprise. Under Republican leadership during the past two decades, Texas has become the #1 state in the nation for creating jobs. Re-electing Republicans who champion the entrepreneurial spirit will keep it that way.
- Liberty. Texas Republicans will continue to fight for our liberty against an overreaching federal government, including fighting the expansion of Obamacare and other massive federal programs that are bankrupting our nation.
- Our Children. Texas Republicans are committed to supporting our children. As Attorney General, Greg Abbott elevated our Texas child support system to #1 in the nation. We need to keep it that way.
- Important and Essential Needs. Republicans are committed to devoting taxpayer funds for essential infrastructure necessary to keep Texas growing, such as roads and water projects,
- Safety. Republicans work hard to keep our communities safe and Republicans understand that securing our border is a vital step in that effort.
- Loyalty. Texas Republicans are loyal to Texas, not Washington DC or other out-of-state liberal interests. Republicans are not beholden to Barack Obama, Harry Reid or Nancy Pelosi. They are beholden to us.
- Values. Republicans value the traditions which have made our state and our nation strong – family, life, religious liberty and hard work. Republican values are our values.
- Respect for Women. Republicans respect women by not stereotyping them. Republicans do not segregate issues into women’s vs. men’s issues because they understand that ALL issues are women’s issues.
- American Dream for All. Likewise, Republicans do not stereotype or segregate any issues or typecast anyone when it comes to the American dream. Black, Hispanic, Asian, elderly, disabled… Republicans are the party of inclusion because they believe that all Americans have the right to pursue the American dream, notwithstanding skin color, ethnicity, background or any challenge they may face in life.
- Education and Choices. Republicans are committed to an education system that puts tax dollars where they need to be – in the classrooms and giving parents a real voice when it comes to their children, including providing all students, especially at-risk students, the opportunity to attend the public school of their choice.
- Prosperity. Republicans understand that dependence upon government is not a path to prosperity. The American people, not the federal government, built this nation, and if we are going to get our country back on the pathway to prosperity, we need to look to the people, not Washington DC, to make that happen.
- Accountability. Republicans understand that the government answers to the people, not the other way around.
- Solutions. Republicans offer solutions, not just sound bites.
So, there it is – a baker’s dozen of good reasons to vote Republican.
When you cast your ballot, vote Republican – from the TOP of the ballot, all the way to the BOTTOM.
Bonnie Sudderth
Editorial: What Happened the Last Time
Republicans Didn’t Show Up to Vote?
The Democrats have declared war on us and Battleground Texas – Election Day 2014 – is looming on the horizon. And the news from the battlefront is both good and bad.
The good news? All of the polls say Texas will remain Republican, that Texas will stay red.
The bad news? All of the polls say Texas will remain Republican, that Texas will stay red.
While it may look like good news, don’t be fooled. This message could be the worst news of all. Because come November 4, Republicans, lulled into a false sense of security, may just be tempted to stay home.
So let’s take a lesson from history.
What happened the last time Republicans didn’t show up to vote?
In a word, Obamacare. Obamacare is what happened the last time the Republicans didn’t show up at the polls.
Obamacare didn’t become law because the public demanded it. They didn’t. Obamacare became law because too many Republicans didn’t bother to vote in 2006 and 2008.
In 2006, Democrats gained seats in the House and Senate. Then in 2008, for just the briefest moment in time, Republicans, through complacency, handed over control of the White House AND both Houses of Congress to the Democrats. And that’s all the time the Democrats needed to cram Obamacare down our throats. They lost no time in doing so – they didn’t even stop to read it, they were in such a hurry to get it passed while they were in control.
Yes, we can blame the Democrats for Obamacare. Yes, it was the Democrats who foisted it upon us. But maybe – just maybe – the Obamacare disaster could have been averted if only we had done a better job of getting out the Republican vote.
So, remember the lesson from Obamacare. It DOES matter who’s in charge, and every vote DOES make a difference.
So Vote. Vote Early. Vote Republican.
BUT DON’T STOP THERE.
Set a goal for yourself. Identify 5 or 10 conservatives among your circle of friends. Make it your personal mission to ensure that they vote. Don’t allow them to be complacent, even if this means making a pest of yourself.
When they say “Abbott is way ahead in the polls. The Republicans are going to win,” you need to say “Not without your vote!”
Call these people every day, reminding them to vote until they’ve done it. Drive them to the polls yourself, if necessary.
Remind them what happened the last time the Republicans didn’t show up to vote.
They say hell is full of good intentions, but heaven is full of good works.
The Republican Party has given us a ballot full of excellent candidates.
It’s up to YOU to make sure they are elected.
WHY AM I A REPUBLICAN?
This month, Senator Jane Nelson shares why she is a Republican. For those of you who may not understand why a person, especially a woman, would be a Republican, we hope that you will read through each contribution this year and reflect upon them an open mind. We are confident that if you do, you will see that Republican issues are women’s issues. Thank you, Senator Nelson, for your contribution!
Long before I was a businesswoman, a teacher, a mother, or a Senator, I was a Republican. However, all of those experiences have had an enormous impact on my political beliefs, and have provided countless reasons for why I am a conservative.
After graduating college — which I paid for through my first experience as an entrepreneur by teaching baton twirling lessons throughout high school and college — I was a teacher while my husband completed his degree. Teaching sixth graders, I saw first-hand that our education problems go beyond dollars spent. Even back then, teachers dealt with a lack of parental involvement and discipline in the classroom, as well as government overreach into our curriculum. My experience not only taught me how important teachers can be in the life of a child, but also that Republican beliefs regarding local control, family values and personal responsibility are needed more than ever.
In Texas, we hold conservative values. Our principles of life, families, faith, and freedom are the bedrock of our beliefs. While Democrats think more government is the solution to every problem, Republicans believe in the power of people and personal responsibility. As a mother and grandmother, I have tried to instill those values in my children and grandchild, and am continually frustrated by state and federal policies that completely contradict those principles.
All of these experiences not only made me a Republican, but eventually led me to run for public office. Republicans know that education is about more than how much money we spend. We know that businesses grow and succeed when government gets out of the way. We know that families and individuals will prosper when given the freedom to live their lives in the way they feel is best. As a State Senator, I will continue to fight for Republican principles and beliefs because my life has shown me that they work.
*Because FWRW is a state PAC, rather than a federal PAC, we do not endorse federal candidates. But VOTE REPUBLICAN in the federal races! We must retake the Senate and keep Congress Republican.
PHONE BANK VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Election day is fast approaching and all eyes are on Texas. Help send the entire nation a message that Wendy does not speak for us! Please take advantage of the following opportunities to do your part to help Keep Texas Red:
- PHONE BANK VOLUNTEERS – Every Tuesday and Wednesday night, there is a phone banking opportunity at party headquarters at 2405 Gravel Drive, Fort Worth, Texas 76118 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. The center needs to place 3500 calls a week so everyone’s help is needed. For questions, please call the Tarrant County Republican Party Headquarters at 817-595-0303
- REPUBLICAN WOMEN PHONE BANKING FRIDAYS – 10am – 2pm. Tarrant County Victory and TCGOP invite the Republican ladies of Tarrant County for lunch, tea, and phone banking. Only two Fridays left before the November election.
For more information or to RSVP for any of these events above, please contact Ann-Marie Craig at 817-372-7761 or amcraig@texasgop.org
2014 Capitol Christmas Ornaments
These beautiful commemorative ornaments will be on sale at the Fort Worth Republican Women’s Annual Christmas Luncheon on Friday, December 5th.
MEET GREG ABBOTT!
Come meet and visit with Greg Abbott in Fort Worth!
Wednesday, October 29 at 9:00 a.m.
Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame
128 East Exchange Avenue
Fort Worth, TX 76164
Be sure to RSVP to let Greg Abbott know that you’ll be there!
Please contact Andy Forbes at 202-253-7288 with any questions!
2015 Fort Worth Republican Women Board Slate
The nominating committee, consisting of Cyndy McCoy (Chair), Judy Laing, Sharon Dale, Sherry Ward, and Cynthia Favila Terry, has met and has slated the following members for the Fort Worth Republican Women 2015 Board:
Open Positions to be filled:
1st Vice President, Membership Debbie McDaniels 2nd Vice President, Programs Kaye Moreno 3rd Vice President, Campaign Helen Bavousett 4th Vice President, Finance Brooke Allen 6th Vice President, Events Patty Emerson Secretary Pam BasselWill fill out second year of two year term:
President Bonnie Sudderth 5th Vice President, Communications Cynthia Favila Terry Treasurer Jan BrefczynskiThe slate will be voted on by membership at the October 22nd meeting. Nominations may be taken from the floor.
FWRW Member in the Spotlight
Holly BishopWANT TO EARN SOME MONEY ON ELECTION DAY?
Work as an Election Clerk on Tuesday, Nov 4th! Please contact Brooke Allen who needs clerks for a half or full day at Bethel United Methodist at 5000 Southwest Blvd, FW 76116. It pays $9 an hour! Call or email Brooke at 817.820.1140 orballen@browndean.com
HOW CAN YOU HELP KEEP TEXAS RED?
Supporting a candidate or a movement is more than a saying and it is more than wearing a t-shirt or a pin. Thank you to Beryl Dowd and Vicki Hodges for these tips on how you can truly prepare yourself to represent your support for Republicans.
Before you put on that pin:
Pins are great conversation starters. That’s why we wear them, right? We want someone to ask us why we support a particular candidate or cause.
Here’s the thing: when we do get that question, we have about 15 seconds to influence the person who asked! Every word matters.
So, since I know questions are coming. I can prepare my response ahead of time.
Try these tips:
- Make responses personal. Why do I support this candidate or cause? What is important to me about this campaign? What are the stakes for me and my family? Be specific.
- Make responses positive. Talk about the good that this candidate will accomplish or the benefits of supporting this cause. Save criticism of the opposition for another time.
- Use inclusive words like “our,” “us,” and “we” whenever possible. These words create common ground.
- Speak in a calm and friendly voice.
One example:
I’m in the grocery store and see a friend. I’m wearing my “Let’s Keep Texas Red” pin.
Friend: “Vicki, what’s your pin? What do you mean Keep Texas Red?”
Vicki: “Keeping Texas Red is about how we can hold onto the values that make our state prosperous … like lower taxes and being a right to work state. My brother’s company doubled in size because it moved operations from other states here. I want us to keep that momentum going.”
So, before you put on that pin, think through and prepare your own personal, positive response to the questions it will generate. Have those words ready to roll off your tongue.
Our candidates and causes matter. If we care enough to put on the pin, let’s care enough to make the most of those precious 15 seconds.
SAVE THE DATE – CHRISTMAS LUNCHEON
The Fort Worth Republican Women Christmas Luncheon Friday, December 5, 2014 Petroleum Club Guest Speaker will be Dr. Robin Armstrong
Republican National Committeeman,
Robin Armstrong
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