President’s News
by CCR | Nov 26, 2025 | President's News
The first Thanksgiving was a harvest celebration held by the pilgrims of Plymouth colony in 1621. What is known is that the pilgrims held the first Thanksgiving feast to celebrate the successful fall harvest. Celebrating a fall harvest was an English tradition at that time and the pilgrims had much to celebrate.
The 53 pilgrims at the first Thanksgiving were the only colonists to survive the long journey on the Mayflower and the first winter in the New World. Disease and starvation struck down half of the original 102 colonists.
These pilgrims made it through that first winter and, with the help of the local Wampanoag tribe, they had a hearty supply of food to sustain them through the next winter.
The feast celebrated by the pilgrims in 1621 was never actually called “Thanksgiving” by the colonists. It was simply a harvest celebration. A few years later, in July of 1623, the pilgrims did hold what they called a “Thanksgiving.” This was simply a religious day of prayer and fasting that had nothing to do with the fall harvest.
Over the years, the names of the two events became intertwined and by the late 1600s many individual colonies and settlements, began holding “Thanksgiving feasts” during the autumn months.
It reminds us to be grateful for everything we hold dear and for our good fortune. A joyous feast is the center piece of the holiday where we consume great quantities of comfort food with family members. During our food coma, we play charades and board games, watch football, exchange stories, and enjoy each other’s company. We flashback to the difficulties faced by the earliest settlers and their perseverance that led to the formation of the greatest country on earth that provides the freedom and liberties we all enjoy every day of the year.
by CCR | Oct 6, 2025 | President's News
I received my ballot today for the less than special election in California. There is one, and only one, issue on the ballot. And that is Proposition 50. This special election was hurriedly forced on us by the Democrat supermajority in the California legislature. The proposition will gerrymander California’s Congressional districts to elect more Democrats to Congress to harass, delay, and impede the direction of the country under the Presidency of Donald Trump. This is an effort to remove Republicans from elected positions using the Democrat leadership’s hatred of President Trump as a motivating point for their political base.
This proposition is written as a temporary measure. Please do not fall for this lie. How many times have taxes or fees been approved with the “only temporary” label attached? When the expiration date gets close, very quietly the supermajority votes to keep these encumbrances on the people.
I cannot stress enough how important it is for each of us to vote. And we must convince all our family members, friends, neighbors to vote as well. Getting Republicans out to vote is always important because we are only 25% of the registered voters in this state. We must strive to have 70% of our fellow Republicans vote and turn out our common sense No Party Preference allies who agree with us.
California is controlled by the Democrat Party supermajority. They act like tyrants and are always striving for more control. The terrible policies of the current Democrat controlled regime have caused high inflation, unprecedented gasoline prices, poor economic conditions for businesses, out of control crime, a massive homelessness problem, an open border crisis, fentanyl deaths, and demonization of parents by public school officials. Stop their abuse of power and vote NO on Proposition 50. Restoring balance to California’s political landscape begins with retaining our citizen-drawn Congressional districts, and we must not let this evil and disastrous proposition win.
by CCR | Jan 27, 2025 | President's News
It has been a busy, but exciting last several months for Republicans in California. Ballots dropped in early October and the counting ended in December. We celebrated Thanksgiving, Christmas, and attended many family and friend get togethers. And last Monday, we witnessed a most beautiful inauguration of our 47th President Donald J. Trump.
Overall, quite good results for Republicans. The return of Donald Trump to the presidency seemed essential to our nation’s survival and he won in deciding fashion with a majority of the popular vote as well as 312-226 electoral vote shellacking. He won all seven of the competitive states including the entire “Blue Wall.”
Thank you to everyone for your hard work assisting local campaigns and getting our message out to the voters.
Republicans are only 24% of the registered voters in California. Presidential elections historically have higher voter turnout, with 70% voting in 2020. Due to the terrible policies by the current Democrat controlled regime have caused high inflation, unprecedented gasoline prices, poor economic conditions for businesses, out of control crime, massive homelessness problem, open border crisis, fentanyl deaths, and demonization of parents by public school officials. It is not realistic to think we can win every race, but we must re-elect our Republican incumbents while we add more Republicans to Congress, Assembly and State Senate. The most impactful influences on our own living conditions are the policies and ordinances made by our local offices. Do not overlook the importance of electing qualified, responsible candidates for city council, water board, and school board offices. Removing the one party dominated legislature begins with baby steps, but I believe we can make a big jump in the next election cycle.
by CCR | Oct 8, 2024 | President's News
We all should have received our ballots by now. It is the election Season in California. I cannot stress enough how important it is for each of us to vote. And we must convince all our family members, friends, neighbors to vote as well. Many of us are working with local campaigns to get out Republican voters by phone banking, door knocking, sign waving, and financial support. This is particularly important, but do not forget to have your closest relationships vote.
Getting Republicans out to vote is especially important since we are only 24% of the registered voters in California. Presidential elections historically have higher voter turnout, with 70% voting in 2020. Terrible policies by the current Democrat controlled regime have caused high inflation, unprecedented gasoline prices, poor economic conditions for businesses, out of control crime, massive homelessness problem, open border crisis, fentanyl deaths, and demonization of parents by public school officials. These issues are motivating Republican and NPP voters while discouraging Democrat voters. If 80% of Republicans vote while only 50% of Democrats vote, we can break the stranglehold the Democratic supermajority has on California. It is not realistic to think we can win every race, but we must re-elect our Republican incumbents while we add more Republicans to Congress, Assembly and State Senate. The most impactful influences on our own living conditions are the policies and ordinances made by our local offices. Do not overlook the importance of electing qualified, responsible candidates for city council, water board, and school board offices. Removing the one party dominated legislature begins with baby steps, but I believe we can make a big jump this cycle.
by CCR | Jan 27, 2024 | President's News
On January 23rd, delegates for the California Congress of Republicans gathered for the CCR Endorsement Convention. These delegates represent chapters scattered throughout California, from Shasta to San Diego, from the Central Coast to Hemet and San Bernardino. The delegates were sent website links for the US Senate candidates prior to the convention and received presentations at the start of the convention. After three outstanding speeches, the delegates made their endorsement for Steve Garvey for United States Senate. The delegates continued their meeting by endorsing candidates for 32 Assembly districts, 11 State Senate seats, and 29 Congressional districts. Our endorsements are publicized on our website and through email blasts. We believe candidates value their CCR endorsement and can use it in their speeches and campaigns. We encourage our chapters to use our list of endorsed candidates to help complete local voting slates for distribution throughout their community.
I would like to thank all the Republican candidates for their pursuit of public office. From school board to United Sates Senator, the campaign trail is a long one that is emotionally, physically, and financially draining. Republican candidates are peppered with endless questions about their ideas and solutions to problems and are often misquoted or attacked in the press and social media. So, I applaud the candidates for the courage, dedication, and hard work it takes to run for an office.
Ballots will be mailed to voters in less than two weeks. Now is the time to help our endorsed candidates and turn out our fellow Republican voters for the primary election. Consider phone banking, door knocking, and financial contributions for our candidates. Reach out to your family and friends and offer your knowledge and recommendations. Email or text them a link to the California Congress of Republicans endorsements in both statewide and district races. And of course, do not forget to cast your vote early and track your ballot to be sure it is counted!
by CCR | Dec 28, 2023 | President's News
On December 19, the California Congress of Republicans welcomed the addition of the San Joaquin Congress of Republicans to our organization. Our newest chapter under the leadership of Scott Winn and Reverend Dwight Williams is seeking interested Republicans in San Joaquin County to join their group. Contact information is found under the CCR Chapters tab.
The North Bay Congress of Republicans joined the CCR mid-year 2023, and they have been very active in their area, recruiting and supporting Republican candidates for the upcoming election. Hats off to David Ennis and Kevin Krick for their energy and guidance for this new chapter.
In the Sierra mountains region, Division 3, Dr. Arnie Zeiderman has organized and is leading the Sierra Congress of Republicans, which stretches over four different counties. This chapter expanses over three different U.S. congressional districts and they are represented by Republicans Tom McClintock (4CD), Doug LaMalfa (1CD), and Kevin Kiley (3CD).
The Christmas and New Year season is the most wonderful time of the year. We wish everyone a joyous holiday with their family and friends as we gather to exchange gifts, enjoy meals together, and celebrate our own unique family traditions.
Let us keep in our thoughts and prayers the men and women in uniform serving our country and who are away from their families. May we also remember those among us who are less fortunate and facing tribulations during this time.
Merry Christmas to all!
