Wood Co. YRs Raise Funds for
Underwood Internship
Posted on Monday May 26 2009
by WV YR Chairman Mike Howerton
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Chairman Steele Challenges YRs and They Accept
Posted on Monday May 26 2009
by WV YR Executive Director Lisa Peanna
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Charleston, WV – RNC Chairman Friday night spoke
to nearly 250 Republicans and in his remarks he
addressed the WV Young Republicans and challenge
us to step up and not just be thought of as the
future of the party, but instead strive to work
hard and make a difference now. “We are determined not to live in the past, but to look forward to a prosperous future,” said Kevin Noe, National Committeeman for the WV YR. Mike Howerton, WV YR Chairman stated, |
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“The YRs need to help the Republican Party stand against the destructive policies that come out of your Democrat controlled legislature in Charleston and that it’s the youth of West Virginia that will suffer for years to come from the bad choices made by our great state’s government that has been in Democrat control for over 80 years.” The Young Republicans are determined to assist the party in next year’s election to let the voters of WV know where their representatives stand on key issues. “We have representatives in Charleston and Washington that are not working for the people of West Virginia, and it’s time we let them know we are not happy with them. It's time to tell them that the radical Cap and Trade laws will kill West Virginia's coal industry. It’s time we stand up and let them know that we support the sanctity of life and traditional marriage. “It’s time that we start making our voice heard. This is our state and our nation, we need to except the responsibility and stay involved,” added Noe. For more information about the WV Young Republicans, please visit www.wvyr.org |
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Local GOP Leaders Recognized at Lincoln Dinner
PARKERSBURG NEWS — The Wood County Young
Republicans have honored four outstanding Republicans Friday at its
Lincoln Day Dinner.
The honorary title of emeritus member was conferred upon Marjorie
Nicely, state Sen. Donna Boley, Delegate Larry Border and Leonard
Rabatin. Nicely was recognized for her support of the Young Republicans
and her representation of Republican ideals and values.
Boley and Border were recognized for their leadership in the West
Virginia Legislature. Boley is a former Senate Republican leader and
Border is the House Republican Whip.
Rabatin was recognized for his grass-roots support of the Republican
Party and his support in establishing the Young Republicans.
Keynote speaker at the dinner was Secretary of State Betty Ireland. Also
attending were state GOP Chairman Doug McKinney and West Virginia Young
Republican Chairman Ashley Stinnett.
"Emeritus membership is given to recognize persons from our community
who, through their examples and support, help encourage young people to
become involved in the political process,'' Young Republican Chairman
Mike Howerton said.''We are so fortunate that there are so many
supportive people here in this area.''
Related Link
WTAP Video Coverage of the Event
Spreading Conservatism to WVU-P Students
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Nov 29, 2006 WVU-P |
Every semester for the past 3 years, Chairman Mike Howerton has been a special guest lecturer on Conservative Issues in the Sociology 405 course at WVU-P. The title of the course is Social Inequalities and mostly focuses on Liberal Groups and Issues. Mike tries to bring the entire semester of Liberalism into some perspective with a little Conservative Charm. When asked about the experience chairman Howerton said, "I just feel like these students deserve to hear our side of the issues. For some students it's a breath of fresh air, and for others it's an opportunity for them to have their views challenged. Who knows, maybe one of them will finally realize what conservatism is really about and step across the aisle." |
Special Thanks to Professor Gregg Busch for Providing the Opportunity!
(Press Release From Nov. 15th, 2006)
“I am energized by the fact that Wood County is the first local chapter to form in West Virginia only three day after the State organization was re-chartered, Stinnett said.”
Mike Howerton , who is Mid-Ohio Valley Regional Coordinator for the West Virginia Federation of Young Republicans and former Vice-Chairman of the Wood County Republican Executive Committee, was elected Chairman of the Wood County Young Republicans at their Tuesday night meeting.
“I feel that our group will provide a positive presence in the community. We will actively support our Republican Candidates and develop political skills and leadership abilities among Young Republicans in Wood County as preparation for future service to our Party and Community, Howerton said.”
Bob Fish, Vice Chairman of the West Virginia State Republican Executive Committee, said, “I have known and worked with Mike for several years now and I am confident that he will provide a positive and motivational leadership to the Wood County Young Republicans and the state organization as he works throughout the region on their behalf.”
The other officers elected where Vice-Chairman Rocky Peck, Treasurer Jeremy Taitt, and Secretary Michelle Howerton.
Rocky Peck, former Chairman of the Wood County Republican Executive Committee, said, “I think this was a great idea and I am thrilled to be involved with it. I think that having a Republican organization specifically for young people, between the ages of 18-40, fills an important role in the community.”
Greg Smith, who was the Mid-Ohio Valley Regional Political Representative for the Chris Wakim for Congress Campaign, said, “I had the privilege of working with several individuals from this group during Chris’s campaign and I feel they will offer an invaluable service to our future candidates.
If you would like to become a member of the Wood County Young Republicans or for additional information contact Mike Howerton, 304-482-2005 or via email mhowerton79@hotmail.com.
