Chairman's Update

Dear Fellow Republicans,
We have had a great month here at the Idaho Republican Party. Here are some of the highlights:
Lincoln Day Celebrations. County GOP organizations celebrated the 200th anniversary of President Abraham Lincoln's birthday -- and raised money for our candidates -- all across the state during February and March. The first Republican President has been honored at 23 different events already (a few counties are planning April and May events) and the Idaho Republican Party has been represented at all of them. As the State Chairman, I have made it a priority to attend these events; I have been to 22 so far, from Bonners Ferry to Preston. Many thanks to Governor Butch Otter and First Lady Lori, and the rest of our Constitutional Officers, as well as Senators Crapo and Risch, Congressman Simpson, and our State Legislators for making the effort to attend these local GOP events. Everywhere we go; attendance -- and enthusiasm -- has been very high.


2009 Membership Drive. You should have received your Sustaining Member card and renewal form in the mail in the past month. If not, please contact us at State Party headquarters, 208-343-6405 or info@idgop.org. Thank you for taking the time to return your contribution and helping us replenish our coffers and build a war chest for the 2010 elections. We can't do it without you. If you received your card and haven't had a chance to contribute yet, please mail your form back or make a secure contribution online at www.idgop.org.


Ivory 500 Club kickoff. We kicked off the Ivory 500 Club in Boise on the evening of March 24 with Speaker of the House Lawerence Denney and Senate Pro Temp Bob Geddes. These special events, featuring prominent speakers from government, business and education, will be held around the state this year. Donors that have committed $500 or more during 2009 are included in these events at no charge. If you are interested in joining the Ivory 500 Club, please contact Jonathan Parker at 208-343-6405 or email jparker@idgop.org.


Night with the Steelheads. Many thanks to Primary Health for hosting a night with the Idaho Steelheads at Qwest Arena on March 27. Superintendent Tom Luna and his wife were on hand, along with Idaho GOP supporters and friends. A good time was had by all!


Speaker Series. The State GOP Speaker Series begins on April 15 with Lieutenant Governor Brad Little. Come support the GOP and hear from our new Lieutenant Governor! The event will be held at the Hilton Garden Inn in Boise, near the Edwards 21 Cinemas and begins at 5:30. The cost is $20 ($10 for Young Republicans). Please RSVP to Cally at 343-6405 or callyb@idgop.org.

Victory in 2010!

Norm Semanko
Chairman, Idaho Republican Party