Info in PCPs Posted by Michael Matthews

Posted 02/21/10

WHAT IS A PCP?
The smallest geographical area of elected representation is the precinct. It usually contains up to about 5,000 registered voters. The PCP, or Precinct Committeeperson, is the representative of registered voters in that precinct. Precincts are "neighborhoods" and, depending on density, can range from a few dozen blocks to a few square miles. In counties such as Harney, however, they can be as large as several hundred square miles. For every 500 registered voters in a precinct (regardless of party affiliation) party members can choose 1 male AND 1 female "Precinct Committeeperson". The PCPs can be chosen either in the primary election of even numbered years or appointed throughout their two year tenure by the other PCPs in the party. Both major parties have the same number of PCPs which are selected by county.
 
WHY ARE THEY IMPORTANT?
While I appreciate and support third parties, the reality of Oregon is that political press and organizations only give platforms to the two major parties. Therefore, the two opportunities to have any substantial "voice" in the political debate are the Democrats or the Republicans. The party leadership and focus are determined by the PCPs. They vote on everything that comes before the party from the county through the national levels. This includes platforms, officers and delegates to the state party, congressional district and national parties. The PCPs also determine the "State Electors" for the party who actually vote on the presidential candidates. From the precinct up to the national party, they determine who runs the show and what are the governing policies. If you want a party's focus to be firmly planted on small g (government) and small t (tax), it all begins in the bedrock of electing and appointing PCPs who hold these values and priorities.
 
If you want your personal values and principles to be the foundation of the political power centers of governance, you have to elect individuals who hold those values and principles. The entire structure of the political power centers is based on who is or is not a PCP. No matter how many wealthy and influential individuals there may be at the top of the pyramid of power apparently determining the direction of the party, it ultimately CAN be defined by a foundation of PCPs. For far too long, we have been trying to rule from the top down without success. Changing the capstone on the pyramid makes no difference. However, if a principled and unified foundation moves in a particular direction, the capstone has no choice but to follow. If, however, the foundation abdicates it's responsibility and power, the entire structure can be co-opted and commanded by a very few elite, powerful and usually unprincipled willing collaborators.
 
DUTIES OF PCPs
The barest minimum is attend the County Central Committee meetings (usually from 4 to 6 a year). From there the answer depends on how much you want things to change and how sincere you are in putting time and energy into the process. Ideally, the "involved volunteer" job description includes walking or calling your precinct in support of small g, small t candidates and issues, registering voters, attending town halls of and occasional visits to "representatives" to voice your concerns for/praise of their representation, phone banking for issues, candidates, meetings and educational opportunities. You may be called on to distribute campaign materials, gather signatures or even hold gatherings for candidates. It really depends on how determined you are personally to increase the net amount of freedom and replace command, control and regulate hierarchy with constitutionally representative and principled leadership.
 
TIMELINE
You only need 3 votes to be elected a PCP. If your name is on the ballot, you can pretty much be guaranteed of that. However if there are more people than places, the positions go to the greatest number of votes.
You must have been registered Republican by September 8th to fill out the SEL105 form and be on the ballot. Filing deadline is March 9th
You must have been registered Republican by November 18th to be a write-in candidate on the ballot. Write-in up to 8pm on election day May 18th .
Each county determines how long you must have been registered Republican in order to be an appointed PCP starting in June 2010. 
 
The forms are filed in each county and there is a county coordinator for every PCP Push effort. You can also contact me directly Renee@EnufWaste.com or 503-238-6973 or download the PCP form from http://www.sos.state.or.us/elections/publications/pdf/forms/SEL105.pdf and mail it to MCRP, PO Box 2241, Portland Oregon 97208. Even if you're from another county or another party , I will make sure your form is sent to the appropriate individual in your county. You can also go to the Multnomah County Republican Party website www.MultnomahGOP.org and fill out the volunteer form there. 

Questons to ask/ grade your candidates by Posted by Michael Matthews

Posted 02/14/10

Survey Questions: 

1. Will you cosponsor and call for roll call votes on Ron Paul's Audit the Fed bill, designed to bring transparency to the Federal Reserve (H.R. 1207/ S. 604 in the 111th Congress)?

2. Will you support legislation removing capital gains and sales taxes on gold and silver coinage?

3. Will you vote to oppose any legislation that allows the federal government to prohibit the sale, use, or carrying of firearms?

4. Will you support a Balanced Budget Amendment to the Constitution that includes hard spending limits and allows for no increase in taxes or other federal revenue enhancements?

5. Will you support legislation that forbids U.S. troops from serving under United Nations command?

6. Do you support and will you vote to protect states asserting their rights under the Tenth Amendment?

7. Will you oppose Big Labor's Card Check bill and any other legislation designed to empower union bosses?

8. Do you support U.S. withdrawal from the United Nations?

9. Will you support the American Sovereignty Act to restrict the Executive's ability to forge international agreements that lessen our sovereignty?

10. Will you oppose using U.S. forces to occupy a foreign nation without a declaration of war?

11. Will you oppose any attempt to nationalize our health care system, including any sort of public option for insurance?

12. Will you oppose so-called "Cap and Trade" legislation?

13. Will you vote to eliminate the IRS?

14. Will you vote against any budget that increases our debt?

15. Will you oppose federal power grabs like roving wiretaps and warrantless searches, and oppose Patriot Act renewal that includes such items?

16. Will you oppose any legislation that requires states and citizens to participate in a National Identification Card program?

17. Will you oppose the so-called "NAFTA Superhighway" and any move toward a North American Union?

18. Will you support legislation that ensures Members of Congress have at least 72 hours to read any bill before it is allowed to come to the House floor?

19. Will you oppose all tax increases?

20. Indicate the tax cuts you are willing to vote for: 
Across the Board Income Tax Cut 
Capital Gains Tax Cut 
Business Tax Cut 
Estate Tax Cut

Self-sufficiency meeting Posted by Michael Matthews

Posted 10/27/09

11/08/09 09:00 AM - 11/08/09 4:30 PM
Location: 

Aldersgate Conference Center
7790 Marion Rd. SE, Turner, OR 97392


Description: 

Grassfire.org's spinoff group, ResistNet, has an Oregon chapter that will meet to discuss how to be self-sufficient in the face of growing tyranny.

Schedule
Introduction and addressing key issues
general discussion
topic breakouts for brainstorming and solutions to present to group
Lunch
Guest speaker (TBD)
reports from topic groups
general discussion
Q&A
Late afternoon snack service, mingle and departure

Rates
A-Frame cottages (bring your own bedding/towels) $42/nite (includes breakfast, lunch, snack service) A-frames vary in size but can sleep 4-8 with shared bath.
RV hookups -- $42 night - meals included
Cabin w/ bath -- $78 (meals included) - each cabin has 2 bedrooms or 1 bedroom and 1 loft (2-bedroom has 2 baths; bedroom and loft share one bath).

Those driving in and out the same day $24 for meals for the day.

Reservations

Tavia Hollenkamp (503) 363-4715, (503) 363-4715, taviahollenkamp@msn.com

Karen Sweetland: kesweet@comcast.net

WE MUST HAVE RESERVATION - INDICATING HOW MANY WILL ATTEND, WHAT SORT OF ACOMMODATION YOU DESIRE, AND WHETHER YOU WILL BE STAYING OVERNIGHT NOV. 7 AND 8 OR JUST NOV. 7

Please provide your name, phone number, address and email address with your RSVP. Payment will be required in advance - the address for mailing will be sent to you with confirmation (payment should be received by 11/5)
Finally - you can bring people with you that share our goals, and who will benefit from the information. This is a great introduction for new people, and a good way to recruit new people. However, space is limited on a first come basis.

Victory! State sovereignty resolution passes Posted by Adam de Angeli

Posted 09/21/09

[This bill having already passed the Michigan House, the resolution is passed!  Thanks to David Dudenhoefer for posting this.  --Adam]

About a month ago, a coalition of liberty advocates descended onto Lansing Michigan to remind our legislators of one key aspect of our US Constitution.

State Sovereignty under the 10th amendment tells the Federal Government that those powers not enumerated in the Constitution are reserved for the several states and to the people.   It means if the federal government does something it ought not to, the States do not have to follow, nor can the Federal government impose upon the states that which would violate the constitutions of the several states.

Yesterday, on Constitution Day, our Michigan state senate passed 33-0 (4 not voting) SCR 004 to reaffirm Michigan's sovereignty under the 10th amendment. Thank State Senator Bruce Patterson 7th district Canton, for bringing this issue to the floor.

Here is the video of his speech:

http://www.senate.michigan.gov/gop/MMPlayer_Video.asp?ArticleID=663&District=7

Campaign for Liberty played a key role as we collected many signatures thought the summer to help move this bill along.

In liberty,

David A Dudenhoefer
Wayne county coordinator
Campaign for Liberty

The Sheriff Project Posted by TerryHamel

Posted 09/20/09

The "Model State Health Emergency Act" was created by the Rockefeller funded Center of Disease Control (CDC) to promote "health security" legislation for the States. Oregon adopted part of it's provisions in 2003 and may have adopted more.  I am told to enlist the help of favorable representatives to direct their legal counsel to discover any Oregon law relating to health pandemonium.

In a nutshell, the MSHEA (illegally) authorizes the Governor to declare a health pandemic with the prodding of the WHO and/or CDC, which would then allow military control of the population, force "vaccine" injections, and quarantine resisters. Rolling roadblocks (choke points) will check people for compliance.  If you do not have your papers (e.g. RFID bracelet), you can be injected or sent to a FEMA camp for indefinite quarantine.  People will not be able to get food, attend to their daily affairs, or travel freely.  This Hell on Earth is reportedly to begin mid October 2009.

Any force upon ones body violates the 4th Amendment of the U.S Constitution, but that has never stopped evil - only good men and women can do that.

Other than self-defense, the Sheriff is the last safeguard against State and Federal tyranny. Retired lawman Sheriff Mack is directing the "Sheriff Project" that provides support and Constitutional training from current and retired Sheriff's to prove they can prevail, and encourages people to coordinate with their Sheriff to build and attend his posse when called upon.

Douglas county has already started this with Sheriff Hanlin using concealed handgun license holders.  I am told the Grant county Sheriff could be favorable too.  I have met with Marion county Acting Sheriff Jason Myers to gauge his Constitutional awareness and willingness and found he is reluctant to go against bureaucracy.  The next step is to have him fill out the "Sheriff Project" questionnaire, which will then be publicly accessible from the website and provide a starting point for activists to transform him.

Mary of Childhoodshots.com has also created an 8 point plan which includes a flier listing the dangerous, toxic, untested, and even illegal vaccine ingredients along with a petition for the Sheriff's protective pledge which can be used to build the Sheriff's confidence to do the right thing by seeing he has the support of his constituents.

If you are interested in coordinating with your county Sheriff, please contact Anita Andrews (contact@usa1911.com or anitaandrews@mac.com).

Other references:

The Model State Emergency Health Powers Act
THE ULTIMATE CONTROL
Model State Emergency Health Powers Act - Liberty Forest
Weaponized Avian Flu - Model Emergency Powers Act
MSEHPA: Public Health Crisis Legislation or Civil Liberty Infringement?
CCHC Issues
Swine Flu Vaccine: Will We Have A Choice?
MSEHPA @ Farm Wars
MSEHPA @ Big Brother
Operation FAX to stop the Vax
Vaccines @ KTAO
Latest Swine Flu/H1N1 News
Soldier, Former State Trooper Speak Out On Forced Vaccinations
Dr Tenpenny

Any further proof or clarification is encouraged.  This is too serious an issue to ignore.

"The Insiders do not care what you know - they care what you do about it."