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LCROC had an wonderful time at our Prop 36 Forum with Assemblywoman Laurie Davies on Wednesday, October 2, 2024.  The event was a meaningful opportunity to discuss the 2024 election, California legislation, and propositions on the ballot.

Assemblywoman Laurie Davies, candidate for Assembly District 74, is the Co-Chair of the Yes on Prop 36 campaign for Assembly District 74.  “As I speak with my constituents, one thing is very clear…Californians do not feel safe anymore!  That’s why I am honored to serve as a Co-Chair for the ‘Yes on Prop 36’ campaign,...This initiative will restore law and order to our state by holding criminals, drug dealers, and felons accountable for their actions and provide law enforcement with the tools they need to protect our families and communities.  Criminals have been given a get-out-of-jail-free card for too long.  It’s time we pass Proposition 36 and change that.”  Visit here to learn more about Assemblywoman Laurie Davies.

Visit here for a guide to Civic Writing for Proposition 36 and Prop 36 Resources.

Attendees also channeled their inner Sherlock Holmes, Nancy Drew, and Remington Steele for a game of CSI: LCROC.  The task of the scavenger hunt was to complete a detective log using exhibits related to Prop 36.

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.

Thank you to Brad Alewine for helping to sponsor the event to help make it possible.  The ongoing and continued support is much appreciated.  Additionally, we appreciate your trust in our organization and investment in our founding mission.

Background

"Punishment for Felonies.  A felony is the most serious type of crime.  People can be sentenced to county jail or state prison for felonies, depending on the crime and their criminal history.  In some cases, people can be supervised in the community by a county probation officer instead of serving some or all of their sentence in jail or prison.  This is called county community supervision.  The length of a sentence mostly depends on the crime.  For example, murder can be punished by 15 years or more in prison.  In contrast, selling drugs can be punished by up to five years in jail or prison, depending on the drug.  Sentences can also be lengthened due to details of the crime. For example, sentences for selling certain drugs (such as fentanyl, heroin, cocaine, or methamphetamine) can be lengthened based on the amount sold." (Legislative Analyst's Office)

"California’s violent crime rate increased by 5.7%, from 468 crimes per 100,000 residents in 2021 to 495 in 2022. While the rates for robbery (theft with force) and aggravated assault increased by 9.9% and 5.2%, respectively, homicides reversed a two-year upward trend, dropping by 6.1%, and rapes remained essentially the same (0.1% decrease)." (Public Policy Institute of California)

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)

Get ready!  We have a game to play.  Prizes to win.  Channel your inner Sherlock Holmes, Nancy Drew, and Remington Steele for a game of CSI: LCROC. 

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.

Wednesday, October 2, 2024
6:30 P.M.-8:30 P.M.

Huntington Beach, CA

Includes light hors d'oeuvres.

Visit here to RSVP.

Left to right: Anthony J., LCROC vice-president and candidate for Yorba Linda City Council, Kevin S., Silas S., Councilwoman Peggy Huang, candidate for Yorba Linda City Council, Jesse B., LCROC president, Ron Scolesdang, candidate for Irvine Mayor, and John Dade, candidate for Buena Park City Council

LCROC had an excellent time at our Candidate Mixer on Thursday, September 26, 2024.  The event was a significant opportunity to hear from and speak directly with candidates for this November’s elections.  The mixer helped provide insight into candidates campaigning for office in our community. 

Thank you to Benjamin Lin of Arjun Patel & Associates for helping to coordinate the event.

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.

We appreciate John Dade, candidate for Buena Park City Council, Peggy Huang, candidate for Yorba Linda City Council, Anthony Johnson, candidate for Yorba Linda City Council, and Ron Scolesdang, candidate for Irvine Mayor, for attending our mixer.

Visit the following websites to learn more about each candidate. 

John Dade 
Peggy Huang
Anthony Johnson
Ron Scolesdang

Left to right: Ron Scolesdang, John B., Mark S., and Benjamin L.

Left to right: Bryant B., Anthony J., Councilwoman Peggy Huang, Kevin S., and Silas S.

Featured cocktail: Log Cabin Lemonade 

Join us for an informative and proactive forum regarding accountability for criminals, and treatment for individuals in our neighborhoods with mental health and drug abuse issues.

Featured Speaker

Assemblywoman Laurie Davies, candidate for Assembly District 74.  Davies is the Co-Chair of the Yes on Prop 36 campaign for Assembly District 74.  “As I speak with my constituents, one thing is very clear…Californians do not feel safe anymore!  That’s why I am honored to serve as a Co-Chair for the ‘Yes on Prop 36’ campaign,...This initiative will restore law and order to our state by holding criminals, drug dealers, and felons accountable for their actions and provide law enforcement with the tools they need to protect our families and communities.  Criminals have been given a get-out-of-jail-free card for too long.  It’s time we pass Proposition 36 and change that.”  Visit here to learn more about Assemblywoman Laurie Davies.

Get ready!  We also have a game to play.  Prizes to win.  Channel your inner Sherlock Holmes, Nancy Drew, and Remington Steele for a game of CSI: LCROC. 

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.

Prop 36 Forum

Wednesday, October 2, 2024
6:30 P.M.-8:30 P.M.

Huntington Beach, CA

Includes light hors d'oeuvres.

Thank you to Brad Alewine for helping to sponsor the event to help make it possible.  The ongoing and continued support is much appreciated.  Additionally, we appreciate your trust in our organization and investment in our founding mission.

Visit here to RSVP.

Background

"Punishment for Felonies.  A felony is the most serious type of crime.  People can be sentenced to county jail or state prison for felonies, depending on the crime and their criminal history.  In some cases, people can be supervised in the community by a county probation officer instead of serving some or all of their sentence in jail or prison.  This is called county community supervision.  The length of a sentence mostly depends on the crime.  For example, murder can be punished by 15 years or more in prison.  In contrast, selling drugs can be punished by up to five years in jail or prison, depending on the drug.  Sentences can also be lengthened due to details of the crime. For example, sentences for selling certain drugs (such as fentanyl, heroin, cocaine, or methamphetamine) can be lengthened based on the amount sold." (Legislative Analyst's Office)

"California’s violent crime rate increased by 5.7%, from 468 crimes per 100,000 residents in 2021 to 495 in 2022. While the rates for robbery (theft with force) and aggravated assault increased by 9.9% and 5.2%, respectively, homicides reversed a two-year upward trend, dropping by 6.1%, and rapes remained essentially the same (0.1% decrease)." (Public Policy Institute of California)

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)

P.C.: Pexels 

September 2024 Core Issue Strengths Poll

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: September 1, 2024 through September 30, 2024.

Labor Day is observed on the first Monday in September as a celebration of hard work, achievements, individual growth, and professional contributions to the United States.

Lawrence McGann, Irish immigrant and U.S. Representative, supported Labor Day, “So long as the laboring man can feel that he holds an honorable as well as useful place in the body politic, so long will he be a loyal and faithful citizen” (Labor Day History: When and Why Did It Become a Holiday?).

Visit the National Archives to discover more about Labor Day.

Orange County Pride Booth

One of our favorite events of the year.  O.C. Pride is a great opportunity to join with other community members and support the goal of O.C. Pride this year to help LGBTQ individuals go to college and get job experience.

It takes excellent effort to create a booth.  That's where our members can help.  The booth is a fun and collaborative way to be a part of the community.  Join us at O.C. Pride and strut your stuff.  Volunteers will act as community ambassadors, hand out information about Log Cabin Republicans, and get to meet other attendees.  

Orange County Pride will be located at the Orange County Fairgrounds in Costa Mesa, California. The festival will include food trucks, music, and booths from a variety of vendors, groups, and organizations.  Click here to discover more about O.C. Pride.  

Noon-8:00 P.M.
Saturday, October 5, 2024
88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 

Tickets from $17.85.

Visit here to volunteer for a shift at our booth.

Make sure to wear sunscreen.

Log Cabin Republicans of Orange County and Arjun Patel & Associates cordially invite you to a Candidate Mixer.

Join LCROC for a candidate mixer to hear from and speak directly with candidates for this November’s elections. The candidate mixer will provide insight into candidates campaigning for office in our community. This is your opportunity to have meaningful conversations, ask questions, and gain valuable insights into the candidates' accomplishments, goals, and solutions.

For attendees out of the area, make it a day or night. Enjoy the beach, sites, and all O.C. has to offer.

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.

Scheduled Candidates

• Mike Carroll, candidate for Irvine City Council.  
  John Dade, candidate for Buena Park City Council.  
  Peggy Huang, candidate for Yorba Linda City Council.  
  Anthony Johnson, candidate for Yorba Linda City Council.  
• Ron Scolesdang. candidate for Irvine Mayor. 

Thursday, September 26, 2024
6:30 P.M.-8:30 P.M.
Huntington Beach, California

Attendees must RSVP prior to the event.  Click here to RSVP.

Visit the following websites to learn more about each candidate. 

Mike Carroll  
John Dade 
Peggy Huang
Anthony Johnson
Ron Scolesdang

Contact

LCROC: logcabinoc.com

Benjamin Lin, Arjun Patel & Associates: [email protected]