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Jesse Bluma published Log Cabin Republicans Mix and Mingle: Orange County and Los Angeles Chapters in News and Announcements 2024-03-24 13:43:22 -0700
Log Cabin Republicans Mix and Mingle: Orange County and Los Angeles Chapters
Opening remarks by Jesse B., president of LCROC, and Matt C., national board and past president of LCRLA.
Opening remarks by Jesse B., president of LCROC, and Matt C., national board and past president of LCRLA.
Taquitos de Papa, El Barrio, Long Beach, CA
From left to right: John M., treasurer of LCROC, John B., and John K.
From left to right: Matt C., Andy R., Roman N., and Anthony J., vice-president of LCROC
From left to right: Dave L., Jesse B., and Steve R.
From left to right: Matt C., Paul R., Nathan S., Igal S., and Richard Q.
A fantastic time at our Mix and Mingle on Saturday, March 23, 2024. We have demonstrated great strength as chapters and as a team. We also create the best of fun times together. It was a great opportunity to gather together in Long Beach and promote LCR across the region in a big way.
Thank you again to our sponsors, John Kristianson and Paul Ramirez, for helping to make the event possible. The ongoing and continued support is much appreciated. Additionally, we appreciate that each of you has trust in our organization and are invested in our founding mission.
Membership in LCROC is an excellent way to meet likeminded people, participate in political activities, and join together with allies. We welcome guests, whether with a member or as visitor interested discovering more about LCROC. One of the greatest ways to contribute as a member is to refer friends and arrive early to greet visitors.
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Jesse Bluma published LCROC: Team Building for Good in News and Announcements 2024-03-24 12:11:46 -0700
LCROC: Team Building for Good
We are looking for volunteers. For over a decade Foster Love continues to improve the ways kids experience foster care. We will be making Superhero boxes for youth in foster care.
Attendees must RSVP.
Membership in LCROC is an excellent way to meet likeminded people, participate in political activities, and join together with allies. We welcome guests, whether with a member or as visitor interested discovering more about LCROC. One of the greatest ways to contribute as a member is to refer friends and arrive early to greet visitors.
Thursday, April 18, 2024
6:00-8:00 P.M.560 West Lambert Road
Brea, CA"Foster Love is a dynamic non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of children in foster care. Our passionate team, comprised of adults and former foster youth, works tirelessly to ensure these vulnerable children are not forgotten or neglected. Through collaborations with individuals, companies, and community partners, we provide essential resources and educational opportunities for foster youth.
Superhero boxes combat the uncertainty and depression children often feel while in foster care. The goal is to help foster youth feel S.U.P.E.R. (Self Assured, Uplifted, Proud, Empowered, & Resilient)!" (Foster Love)
Foster Care Facts: Youth typically spend about 20 months in foster care. 6% of all children in the U.S. will find themselves in the foster care system before they turn 18. There are approximately 430,000 children in foster care. 50% of the U.S. homeless population spend time in foster care. (Foster Love). The main reasons children enter foster care are neglect, drug use, and abuse by parents. Research has consistently shown that nearly 1 in 5 foster care youth are part of the LGBTQ community. In many circumstances, being LGBTQ is a part of the reason that they are in foster care. (Youth.gov)
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Team Building for Good
We are looking for volunteers. For over a decade Foster Love continues to improve the ways kids experience foster care. We will be making Superhero boxes for youth in foster care.
Attendees must RSVP.
Membership in LCROC is an excellent way to meet likeminded people, participate in political activities, and join together with allies. We welcome guests, whether with a member or as visitor interested discovering more about LCROC. One of the greatest ways to contribute as a member is to refer friends and arrive early to greet visitors.
Thursday, April 18, 2024
6:00-8:00 P.M.560 West Lambert Road
Brea, CAScroll to the bottom of the page to RSVP.
"Foster Love is a dynamic non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of children in foster care. Our passionate team, comprised of adults and former foster youth, works tirelessly to ensure these vulnerable children are not forgotten or neglected. Through collaborations with individuals, companies, and community partners, we provide essential resources and educational opportunities for foster youth.
Superhero boxes combat the uncertainty and depression children often feel while in foster care. The goal is to help foster youth feel S.U.P.E.R. (Self Assured, Uplifted, Proud, Empowered, & Resilient)!" (Foster Love)
Foster Care Facts: Youth typically spend about 20 months in foster care. 6% of all children in the U.S. will find themselves in the foster care system before they turn 18. There are approximately 430,000 children in foster care. 50% of the U.S. homeless population spend time in foster care. (Foster Love). The main reasons children enter foster care are neglect, drug use, and abuse by parents. Research has consistently shown that nearly 1 in 5 foster care youth are part of the LGBTQ community. In many circumstances, being LGBTQ is a part of the reason that they are in foster care. (Youth.gov)
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Jesse Bluma published Log Cabin Republicans Mix and Mingle: Orange County and Los Angeles Chapters in News and Announcements 2024-03-07 18:43:00 -0800
Log Cabin Republicans Mix and Mingle: Orange County and Los Angeles Chapters
Join us for a member exclusive event. We have demonstrated great strength as chapters and as a team. We also create the best of fun times together. LCR members from Orange County and Los Angeles will be gathering in Long Beach to mix, mingle, and promote LCR across the region in a big way. We look forward to seeing you there.
Space is limited.
EL Barrio Cantina Modern Mexican Food and Craft Cocktails serves innovative and seasonal dishes. Purchase includes one drink ticket and heavy hors d'oeuvres, including chips, salsa, guacamole, potato tacos, ceviche tostadas (mix of veggie and camaron), and party wings.
Saturday, March 23, 2024
1:45 P.M.-3:30 P.M.EL Barrio Cantina
1731 East 4th Street, Long Beach, CA
Parking lot located across the street from El Barrio Cantina.Dress: Neat.
$45 for members of LCROC or LCRLA.
Sponsors: $200 to help support the event. Ticket included with sponsorship. Sponsors will be acknowledged at the event.
Attendees must purchase a ticket. Click here to purchase your ticket.
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Jesse Bluma published Registrar of Voters: Election Results in News and Announcements 2024-03-05 22:02:23 -0800
Registrar of Voters: Election Results
Voting is Your • Duty • Right • Responsibility.
"The Registrar of Voters is responsible for conducting elections in the County of Orange...which receives funding from the County’s General Fund and periodic reimbursement from the federal government, the State of California and local jurisdictions. We are responsible for all components of election management, including voter registration, Vote Center staff and location recruitment, ballot creation, voting system security, ballot processing and vote tallying, community outreach and education, and candidate services such as candidate filing and campaign finance." (Orange County Registrar of Voters)
Context. Election results are understood by how and why the voters came to their conclusions. It is important to look for voting patterns over time. Voters often consider a candidate's policies, performance of officials, and characteristics of candidates. Voters also think about party identification and the ideology of candidates. Voting is also affected by social and demographic characteristics. Additionally, electoral dynamics, such as economic conditions, war, and generational changes, have an affect on elections. ("Voting Behavior", Institute for Social Research at the University of Michigan)
Voter morality and intuition also provide insight into elections. The level of voter intensity varies for Care/Harm, Fairness/Cheating, Loyalty/Betrayal, Authority/Subversion, Sanctity/Degradation, and Liberty/Oppression. Voter altruism is another factor. The level of intensity helps to identify where voters are divided. (Haidt)
The results of elections show where the People stand, the strengths of parties, movements, and organizations, corrections to make, and what opportunities exist.
Visit the Orange County Registrar of Voters website for current and specific election results.
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Jesse Bluma published LCROC Axes and Ales Open House in News and Announcements 2024-03-03 00:24:10 -0800
LCROC Axes and Ales Open House
A fantastic time at our Axes and Ales Open House on Friday, February 23, 2024. It was a great event with members, newcomers, and some fun competition. Afterward, we continued the fun at Strut, Costa Mesa. We may have to return to Slashers Axe Throwing and Craft Ales for another tournament!
Gabriel L. (second place) and John M., LCROC treasurer (first place)
John M., LCROC treasurer (first place)
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Jesse Bluma published Log Cabin Republicans of California PAC and Log Cabin Republicans of Orange County Presents A Candidate Reception with Greg Wallis in News and Announcements 2024-03-02 23:37:08 -0800
Log Cabin Republicans of California PAC and Log Cabin Republicans of Orange County: Candidate Reception with Greg Wallis
Assemblyman Greg Wallis
Log Cabin Republicans of California PAC and Log Cabin Republicans of Orange County:
Candidate Reception with Greg Wallis
Thank you to our membership and guests for attending the reception with Greg Wallis on Saturday, January 27, 2024. We had a wonderful event with members, friends, and guests at the home of Jim Brophy. It was a great opportunity to hear from Greg Wallis and about his campaign for Assembly.
Dinner afterward with members at Las Brisas, Laguna Beach, CA.
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Jesse Bluma published Commit to Active Citizenship: California Voters Choice Act in News and Announcements 2024-02-21 22:42:35 -0800
Commit to Active Citizenship: California Voters Choice Act
Commit to active citizenship. "Established by Senate Bill 450 (2016), the California Voter's Choice Act (VCA) modernizes elections in California by allowing counties to conduct elections under a model which provides greater flexibility and convenience for voters. This election model allows voters to choose how, when, and where to cast their ballot by: Mailing every voter a ballot, Expanding in-person early voting, Allowing voters to cast a ballot at any vote center within their county, Providing secure ballot drop off locations throughout the county". (California Secretary of State)
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Jesse Bluma published LCR Statement on "Recover Pride in Service Act" Being Introduced in U.S. House in News and Announcements 2024-02-21 22:12:12 -0800
LCR Statement on "Recover Pride in Service Act" Being Introduced in U.S. House
“Today, a significant milestone in rectifying these injustices has been reached with the introduction of the Recover Pride in Service Act by Congresswoman Lori Chavez-DeRemer (R-OR). This pivotal legislation not only acknowledges the grave errors of the past but also establishes a crucial precedent for how we honor and support those who have been wrongfully discharged from the U.S. Armed Forces.” (LCR)
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Jesse Bluma published lcroc_axes_and_ales_open_house_big_axe_energy_new_members_slashers_costa_mesa_friday_february_23_2024 gay clubs organizations Orange County in News and Announcements 2024-02-11 13:29:09 -0800
Axes and Ales Open House
Unleash your inner warrior with our exclusive big axe throwing experience. Ticket includes training by an axe coach, practice, elimination tournament, championship round, and prize.
Slashers has a selection of soft drinks, bottled and draft beer, hard seltzer, and special themed drinks for individual purchase. Packaged snacks are also available for purchase.
Membership in LCROC is an excellent way to meet likeminded people, participate in political activities, and join together with allies. We welcome guests, whether with a member or as visitor interested discovering more about LCROC. One of the greatest ways to contribute as a member is to refer friends and arrive early to greet visitors.
Friday, February 23, 2024
7:15 P.M.-9:30 P.M.Dress: Flannel encouraged.
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Jesse Bluma published January 2024 Core Issue Strengths Poll in News and Announcements 2024-02-05 23:32:37 -0800
January 2024 Core Issue Strengths Poll
Core Issue Strengths Poll
We heard you and here is what we learned from our poll in January 2024.
The ranking of the core issues by anonymous respondents:
- 58.3%: Border security
- 33.3%: Economic circumstances of industrial communities
- 8.3%: Law and order
Thank you to the respondents, your responses are helpful in determining our focus and engagement with officials. Click here to visit our site to stay updated about our organization and events.
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Jesse Bluma published Log Cabin Republicans of Orange County Board Retreat in News and Announcements 2024-02-05 18:23:48 -0800
Log Cabin Republicans of Orange County Board Retreat
From left to right: John Merrill, treasurer, Jesse Bluma, president, Anthony Johnson, vice-president, and Brendon Moeller, interim-secretary.
LCROC has exciting events and opportunities ahead. The board met on Sunday, February 4, 2024 to plan events for the year. Board members will now work to implement the plans, organize political events, arrange community volunteer opportunities, and provide helpful resources to support the membership.
In general, board members govern the chapter, maintain oversight, work to make decisions, represent the membership, and honor the founding purpose of LCR. The chapter board of directors maintains regular communication and has at least four board meetings throughout the year. There are also interim discussions and meetings held via email, text message, and conference call that occur on an as-needed basis.
If you are interested in serving as a board member, helping on a chapter committee, or volunteering, please email us. Here’s a sample message: “Dear LCROC Board, I have been a member of LCROC for ____ years and participate in most events, such as _____. I have also helped to _____. Given my passion for the mission of LCR and my expertise in [area of expertise], I would like to discuss leadership opportunities with you. Sincerely, _____"
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Jesse Bluma published Spark of Love Holiday Toy Drive Update in News and Announcements 2024-01-21 15:13:08 -0800
Spark of Love Holiday Toy Drive Update
Pictured above:
Spark of Love 2023: Firemen and Children
Participating Partners: 185
Toys Distributed: 38,340
LCROC Board Members sworn in by D.A. Todd Spitzer
Attendees of the LCROC Christmas Party
Thank you to our membership, guests, and local officials for attending our Christmas Party and Annual Meeting on December 3, 2023. We had a wonderful dinner with members, friends, and guests at Bayside Restaurant in Newport Beach, California. A time to give thanks, recognize our shared accomplishments, report on the year, and swear in officers to the board.
Much appreciation for the toy donations from attendees for the Spark of Love campaign. The Spark of Love campaign provides toys for youth in need across Southern California. Participating in the toy drive demonstrates our commitment to helping in our neighborhoods, problem-solving, and leadership.
"We are blown away with the number of local businesses, schools, and community members who donated to the Spark of Love Holiday Toy Drive this year. 🎁 Your donations have made a lasting impact on many Orange County children. Your generosity truly encapsulates our mission: 'In Service of Others.' ❤️" (Orange County Fire Authority)
P.C.: OCFA
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Jesse Bluma published A Candidate Reception with Greg Wallis in News and Announcements 2024-01-15 20:10:19 -0800
A Candidate Reception with Greg Wallis
Log Cabin Republicans of California PAC and Log Cabin Republicans of Orange County Presents A Candidate Reception with Greg Wallis
We welcome you to this exciting event to hear from Greg Wallis and his campaign for Assembly.
Join us at this cliffside reception to hear from the candidate, make new friends, and show your support for Log Cabin Republicans. The event will take place at a stunning estate on the cliffs of Laguna Beach known for amazing sunsets.
Hors d'oeuvres will be served.
Limited capacity. This event will sell out. Purchase your ticket before 8:00 P.M., Monday, January 22, 2024.
For attendees out of the area, make it a day trip. Enjoy the beach, sites, and all O.C. has to offer.
When: Saturday, January 27, 2024. 3:30-5:30 P.M.
Where: Private residence in Laguna Beach, California.
Address provided to approved guests two days prior to the event.
Street parking available.
Sponsors welcome. Please contact Kevin Gillhooley to help sponsor the costs of the event. Sponsors will be acknowledged at the event.
About the candidate: "In his first year in office, Greg immediately joined the Problem Solvers Caucus, dedicated to putting the public good over partisan politics. He serves as Vice Chair of the Assembly’s Revenue & Taxation Committee and the Arts, Entertainment, Sports & Tourism Committee.” Click here to learn more about Greg Wallis.
Click here to RSVP for A Candidate Reception with Greg Wallis before 8:00 P.M., Monday, January 22, 2024.
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Jesse Bluma published New day. New opportunities. Take the poll to be heard on the core issues in America. in News and Announcements 2024-01-10 21:07:37 -0800
New day. New opportunities. Take the poll to be heard on the core issues in America.
About: a poll is a type of survey, a snapshot in time, that presents a question and alternatives to respondents within a sample. This survey is anonymous to protect the respondents’ identities.
Overview: Americans say each political party has core issue strengths. According to facts collected by analysts at Gallup, the following eight issues are of great significance to the public.
Click here to take the survey to express to us the intensity of your preference.
Poll date range: January 1, 2024 through January 31, 2024.
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Jesse Bluma published Log Cabin Republicans and Log Cabin Republicans Institute: Spirit of Lincoln Gala in News and Announcements 2024-01-03 21:38:44 -0800
Log Cabin Republicans and Log Cabin Republicans Institute: Spirit of Lincoln Gala
Log Cabin Republicans is the nation's largest organization representing Republican LGBT Americans and allies. The Spirit of Lincoln Gala was held on November 11, 2023 at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Air Force One Pavilion in Simi Valley, California. The gala is an annual event to honor those who exemplify a commitment to enhancing personal freedom, encouraging individual responsibility, and ensuring equality under the law for all Americans.
Honorees and Presenters
Peggy Grande, Emcee (Executive Assistant to U.S. President Ronald Reagan)
Frank Ricchiazzi, LCR Director Emeritus
Richard Grenell, Former U.S. Ambassador
Kellyanne Conway, 2023 Spirit of Lincoln Award
Caitlyn Jenner, 2023 Game Changer Award
Alex Walton, LCR National Political Director
Charles Moran, LCR President
His Royal Highness Reza Pahlavi, 2023 Outspoken Award
A highlight of the gala was Kellyanne Conway's speech, encouraging equality, loving parental attachment with gay children, and a welcoming and neighborly spirit in America.
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Red Ribbon Campaign
Individuals that are gay report lower levels of parental closeness, elevated rates of parental abuse, abandonment, and societal discrimination. Surveys thus show increased risk of using drugs, tobacco, vaping, and alcohol. (National Institute on Drug Abuse)
National Family Partnership, formerly the National Federation of Parents for Drug Free Youth, was established as a grassroots, nonprofit organization in 1980 by a handful of concerned and determined parents who were convinced they should begin to play a leadership role in drug prevention...NFP provides drug awareness by sponsoring the annual National Red Ribbon Campaign™." (Red Ribbon Campaign)
Origins: “Enrique ’Kiki’ Camarena was a special agent who worked for the Drug Enforcement Administration. In 1985, he was kidnapped by drug traffickers in Guadalajara, Mexico. His murder and death brought anger to the community and was a catalyst for the Red Ribbon Campaign. Together in Kiki’s honor, parents and youth in communities nationwide began wearing Red Ribbons as a symbol of their commitment to raise awareness around his killing and the destruction caused by drugs in America.
“In 1985, club members presented the ’Camarena Club Proclamation’ to then First Lady Nancy Reagan, bringing it national attention. Later that summer, parent groups in California, Illinois, and Virginia began promoting the wearing of red ribbons nationwide during late October.” (“The History of Red Ribbon Week”)
Visit the NFP website to get resources and activities for students, parents, educators, business leaders, faith based leaders, government representatives, law enforcement, media leaders, and the medical community.
Discover more about living healthy, wellness, drug information, services, and research at the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA).
Also, LCROC provides a list of trusted helplines and resources to support members.
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Jesse Bluma published November 16, 1985: LCROC signed their first by-laws in News and Announcements 2023-12-28 15:11:17 -0800
November 16, 1985: LCROC signed their first by-laws
1985: “November 16 - Log Cabin Republicans of Orange County signed their first by-laws" (Orange County Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Timeline Project).
“The collection consists of newspaper clippings, publications, and ephemera about Orange County, California's gay and lesbian communities. The materials were collected by multiple individuals as part of the Orange County Historical Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) Timeline Project.”
(Orange County Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Timeline research files. MS-R105. Special Collections and Archives, The UC Irvine Libraries, Irvine, California.)
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Jesse Bluma published Interactive History: Kit Carson in News and Announcements 2023-12-26 14:24:06 -0800
Interactive History: Kit Carson
Interactive History: The trailblazers of California were courageous, created, and defended the state and culture.
“Kit” Carson (December 24, 1809–May 23, 1868), a Kentuckian of Scots-Irish descent, was a hard-working farmer, leader in the Union Army during the Civil War, and frontiersman. His brave trek, through what would later become Orange County, created some of our cultural foundations.
Suppose you were to interview Kit Carson, what would you ask him?
(Library of Congress)
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Jesse Bluma published Interactive History: Salem Poor in News and Announcements 2023-12-26 13:54:28 -0800
Interactive History: Salem Poor
Interactive History: On December 5, 1775, less than six months after the Battle of Bunker Hill during the American Revolution, a petition was presented to honor Salem Poor.
“Salem had been in Concord, Massachusetts when the British marched to take the stockpiles of munitions there. Along with other American militia, Salem drove the British back to Boston."
Salem’s efforts were recognized by Colonel William Prescott.
Who would you honor with a petition for an act of bravery in action?
“African American Service during the Revolution.” American Battlefield Trust, www.battlefields.org/learn/articles/african-american-service-during-revolution.