Log Cabin Republicans has its roots in the teaching profession and promoting the Constitutional rights of employees.

As Dr. Brad Johnson explained, "Teachers, you will be the reason some students will want to become teachers...you will also be the reason many others will become successful in different fields, because you cared for them, believed in them and helped them...Culture is the sum of our everyday actions, both deliberate and incidental, that shape the environment, relationships, and outcomes within the school."

Organization

Log Cabin Republicans National is the largest organization representing LGBT Republicans and allies who support fairness, freedom, and equality for all Americans.

Log Cabin Republicans has state and local chapters nationwide, full-time staff in Washington, DC, a federal political action committee, and state political action committees.

The name of the organization is a reference to the first Republican President of the United States, Abraham Lincoln, who was born in a Log Cabin. President Lincoln built the Republican Party on the principles of liberty and equality under the law.

Log Cabin Republicans of California is the statewide chapter that helps plan events, communicate viewpoints, and represent members from all chapters within California.

History of Log Cabin Republicans of Orange County

February 11, 1967: Demonstration at The Black Cat Tavern, Los Angeles, California. A protest was held in response to a New Year's raid on the tavern and charges against patrons for "violating" Section 647(a) of California's Penal Code pertaining to "lewd or dissolute conduct". The Black Cat demonstration, as well as others, were a turning point in the defense of freedom.

November 1, 1978: Former California Governor Ronald Reagan's editorial letter in the Los Angeles Herald-Examiner is published. Reagan defended the constitutional rights of California teachers and denounced an initiative by State Senator John Briggs (Proposition 6). The initiative proposed the termination of teachers for "public homosexual conduct". The proposition was defeated at the ballot box with 58.4% of voters in opposition. (California Ballot Measures Database)

"The official date of our founding was March 2, 1986, yet that was the culmination of two years of private meetings, parties, discussions, and political efforts by a group of doctors, teachers, businessmen, and lawyers who all knew each other socially. LCROC was established on June 12, 1985 with the execution of our original Articles of Incorporation.

Frank Ricchiazzi, who had started the Log Cabin Club of Los Angeles in 1977, was instrumental in helping us get started, attending our meetings and guiding us along in our political naivety. Some of the original members' names: Dr. Don Hagan, Dr. Drew Barris, Alex Wentzel (our first President), Robert Helms (our first Treasurer), John Sanders, Dick Anderson, Len Olds, and Hugh Rouse."

Revised from reminiscences of Len Olds. April 14, 2020.

An expert from the Orange County Health Agency will help us discover ways to build a safer and healthier community.  The workshop is part of LCROC’s commitment to provide resources for our members and solutions to the problems in our county.

Attendees must RSVP.

Membership in LCROC is an excellent way to meet others, participate in political activities, and join together with allies. We welcome guests, whether with a member or as a visitor interested in discovering more about LCROC. One of the greatest ways to contribute as a member is to refer friends and arrive early to greet visitors.

Addressing the Opioid Crisis Workshop
Thursday, June 6, 2024
6:00-8:00 P.M.

Location:
Four Sons
18421 Gothard Street, Suite 100,
Huntington Beach, CA

Includes light hors d'oeuvres: sliders, buffalo wings, lemon pepper wings, and one drink ticket.
Four Sons has a selection of food and drink items for individual purchase.

Dress: Business casual

Background

“In Focus: Fentanyl - Addressing the Opioid Crisis in Orange County. This drug is 50 times stronger than heroin. It is being illegally made and found in a variety of pills, sold on social media sites and can cause poisoning, overdose and death. Learn prevention strategies and about the lifesaving overdose reversal drug, Naloxone.

Drug overdose (poisoning) is now the leading cause of unintentional injury death in the United States, causing more deaths than motor vehicle crashes. Opioids – both prescription painkillers and heroin – are responsible for most of those deaths. The number of Californians affected by prescription and non-prescription opioid misuse and overdose is substantial, with rates varying significantly across counties, and even within counties. Orange County is no exception.

The ADAB (Alcohol and Drug Advisory Board) is responsible for advising the Orange County Alcohol and Drug Administrator and Board of Supervisors on substance use issues impacting the health and safety of Orange County residents and communities. It is comprised of 15 community members, appointed by the Board of Supervisors, who advocate for and provide prevention, treatment and recovery services to those in need.” (OCHCA)

“Results from the 2021 and 2022 NSDUHs indicate that lesbian, gay, and bisexual adults are more likely than straight adults to use substances…” (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration)

“15% of high school students reported having ever used select illicit or injection drugs (i.e. cocaine, inhalants, heroin, methamphetamines, hallucinogens, or ecstasy). 14% of students reported misusing prescription opioids. Injection drug use places youth at direct risk for HIV, and drug use broadly places youth at risk of overdose. Youth opioid use is directly linked to sexual risk behaviors.” (Centers for Disease Control)

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Be a part of the fun.  

Membership in LCROC is an excellent way to meet others, participate in political activities, and join together with allies.  We welcome guests, whether with a member or as a visitor interested in discovering more about LCROC.  One of the greatest ways to contribute as a member is to refer friends and arrive early to greet visitors.   

Boomers! Day

Saturday, May 11, 2024
11:00 A.M.-3:00 P.M

Boomers! Irvine
3405 Michelson Drive,
Irvine, CA

Ticket Includes: 4-Hour unlimited use of all operating attractions (BUMPER BOATS, FLAMETHROWER, GO KARTS, LAZER TAG, MAGIC TEA CUPS, MINI GOLF, ROOKIE GO KARTS, STARSHIP, TILT N SHOUT, and YE ROCKIN TUG).  Excludes: Batting Cages & Arcade Games.  Height and Weight Restrictions may apply.  Rides and Attractions may close without notice due to weather or maintenance.  Visit here for further rules and conditions.

Visit here to RSVP.

LCROC is excited to host a special screening of UNDIVIDE US.

"The documentary is a timely and urgent plea to reclaim the nation’s soul through open discourse, civic engagement, and self-governance.

The audiences for this film are everyday Americans, leaders, and organizations who are looking to break the narrative cycle of toxic division and build bridges within their local communities. We will reach these audiences by hosting screenings in partnership with a network of state and community-based think tanks, key nonprofit organizations, civic groups, educators, and concerned citizens.

Our distribution strategy will emphasize the film's call to action: that we must put toxic politics in its place and reclaim our ability to engage in important conversations where dialogue is open, respectful, and thoughtful." (UNDIVIDE US)

Monday, April 15. 2024

6:30 P.M.: Doors Open
7:00 P.M.: Brief Introductory and Screening
8:15 P.M.: Discussion and Q&A
9:00 P.M.: Ends

Irvine, California
Address provided upon RSVP.

General Admission: Free

Attire: Business Casual

Visit here to RSVP.

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.

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)

Visit here to RSVP. 

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. 

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.

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)

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.