California Republican Party
Organizing Convention

The California Republican Party (CAGOP) Organizing Convention, March 10-12, 2023, Sacramento, California.  Members of the party met to conduct business for the organization, hear from speakers, and attend trainings in political matters. 

Jesse Bluma, president of LCROC, Anthony Johnson, vice-president of LCROC, and John Merrill, treasurer of LCROC, attended the three day convention and events.  

LCR Sacramento invited members of Log Cabin Republicans to attend their Welcome Event on Friday night at The Bank's Mezzanine Bar.  Congratulations to LCR Sacramento and their chapter president, Preston Romero, for reviving the chapter and for organizing the welcome party.

The board of directors for Log Cabin Republicans of California met on Saturday during the convention weekend.  LCRCA is the statewide chapter that helps plan events, communicate viewpoints, and represents members from all chapters within California.  We thank Matthew Craffey for his years of leadership, hard work, and dedication as chair of LCRCA. 

Congratulations to the 2023-2024 executive board: Lindsey Stetson, chair, Nick Meade, vice-chair, Matthew Craffey, immediate-past chair, Jesse Bluma, secretary, Andrew Dick, treasurer, John Merrill, fundraising and political action committee, Fred Schein, chapter leadership, Charles Moran, at-large, Greg Gandrud, at-large, and Gina Roberts, at-large.

Saturday, March 11, 2023.  The California Republican Party Rules Committee passed an amendment to permanently charter LCRCA. LCRCA Chair Matthew Craffey (photo) spearheaded the effort.  

Additionally, LCRCA hosted a social reception during the convention to celebrate the accomplishments of the organization, network, and hear from key speakers.  The social reception was hosted in collaboration with LCR California, California Women's Leadership Association, and the California Young Republicans Federation.

Sunday, March 12, 2023 culminated in the granting of a permanent charter to LCRCA by the California Republican Party.  The permanent charter is recognition for the diligence, professionalism, and ongoing contributions of LCRCA.  A significant achievement for our organization. 

P.C.: J. Bluma, A. Dick, and P. Romero 

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 Bringing Extraordinary Republicans Together 

Supporting other organizations, college outreach, and having fun.  That’s what it’s all about.

Join us in a show of support for the Chapman College Republicans.  Members of LCROC will attend the March 6, 2023 meeting of the Chapman College Republicans to discover more about their organization, gain an understanding about their perspectives regarding current events, and to act as ambassadors of Log Cabin Republicans. 

Social hour following at the Orange Circle.

Log Cabin Republicans are leaders. Membership is valuable to be engaged with national policy decisions, to be informed on issues, and to be a part of a network of allies. We look forward to seeing you at our next event.  Click here to join LCROC.  Student membership available. 

Monday, March 6, 2023
10:00 P.M.-Midnight
Orange, California

Click here to RSVP. 

Save the Date

Spring Lunch with Orange County Supervisor Don Wagner

Join your fellow Log Cabin Republicans and allies, have fun, meet new people, and hear from Supervisor Wagner.  

Supervisor Wagner will spark off our event with essential information about his re-election.  He is campaigning in the 3rd District, encompassing parts of Anaheim Hills, Irvine, Mission Viejo, Orange, Tustin, Villa Park, Yorba Linda, and unincorporated areas.  

2:00 P.M.
Sunday, April 23, 2023
Villa Park, California
RSVP here.

Thank you to our membership for attending our Social Reception for the National Board of Directors of Log Cabin Republicans and Liberty Education Forum on February 10, 2023.  We had a wonderful time at the home of Jim Brophy, an amazing beach sunset, great food, and drink.  The event was a marvelous opportunity for camaraderie, connecting on a personal level, and hearing news about our organization’s current standing.

Special thanks again to Jim Brophy for opening his home to us for our event and for his continued support.

From left: Anthony J. (vice-president of LCROC), Brendon M. (interim secretary of LCROC), John M. (treasurer of LCROC), Jesse B. (president of LCROC), and Charles M. (president of LCR National)

Thank you again to our sponsors for helping to make the event possible.  

• Christopher Kling, Board of Directors of Greater Laguna Beach GOP
• John Kristianson
• Borden Moller
• Frank Ricchiazzi
• Gina Roberts, Executive Board At-Large of LCRCA

Our sincere gratitude to Charles Moran, president of LCR National, for his service and for speaking with our chapter.  Also, congratulations to Matthew Craffey, president of LCR California, for joining the national board.  We are looking forward to upcoming LCR events across the country and an exciting year ahead. 

P.C.: K. Gillhooley, C. Kling, and D. Largo

Strike up the fun! Let's get together for our March social. Please share the invitation with a friend, colleague, or two.

Saturday, March 25, 2023
6:45-9:00 P.M.

Lucky Strike
20 City Boulevard W Suite G - 2
Orange, CA
Located near Disneyland, inside The Outlets at Orange.
Ticket Includes: two hours of bowling, shoe rental, food, and soft drinks.

Attendees must RSVP.

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Core Issue Strengths Poll 

We heard you and here is what we learned from our poll in January 2023. 

The ranking of the core issues by anonymous respondents:

• 40%: Border security
• 20%: Economic circumstances of industrial communities
• 20%: Law and order
• 10%: Infrastructure renewal
• 10%: Globalization

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. 

Calling on all Titans, Anteaters, Panthers, Pirates, and Eagles. 

Click here to become a member of Log Cabin Republicans of Orange County. 

College students are welcome. There's always a way to make new friends and to be of service.

Click here to become a member of Log Cabin Republicans of Orange County. 

Congratulations to our members in school at the halfway mark!  If you are a student and not yet a member, join us! 

Click here to become a member of Log Cabin Republicans of Orange County.