Contributed by Sandy May
Have you ever heard someone passionately tell you all about something they are interested in and you actually get really excited about it yourself? Then, perhaps you hear another side of the very same subject from another friend and you wonder, “Hmm. That sounds right too!” So, here you are – right in the middle. Wondering what the correct story about the same subject truly is.
We all see this stuff happening on tv, or on the internet, right? Especially with politics and during election season. It is absolutely crazy sometimes. The best way to handle this is to think for yourself. Research on your own. Make your own decisions. Respect your friends’ take on the same things. We are adults and that is what we do (or should do anyway!).
The Mat Su Republican Women’s Club has been around since 1947 and during our monthly meetings and the many events that we have, one of our main goals is to have timely speakers that are informative on issues that are of interest to the public. Yes, anyone can come to these meetings and events. These are excellent opportunities for you to learn more and make an informed decision. In March, we hosted our annual fundraiser event at Evangelo’s, and we were honored to have Governor Mike Dunleavy as our speaker. He packed the room! His message was honest, loud and clear. He was there the entire time to meet & chat with anyone who would like the opportunity to hear directly from him. Governor Dunleavy has a heart for Alaska and Alaskans. Some groups try to give him exactly the opposite reputation.
April has arrived and the Mat Su Republican Women’s Club Est. 1947 will have a general monthly meeting at the Mat Su Family Restaurant on the Parks Hwy. We meet in the back area, from 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m., on April 20th (if you are buying breakfast, please come early). How long has the Pebble Mine been in the news? How many times have you heard the ‘good’ and the ‘bad’ in the news and from others? This meeting is your chance to hear from Mark Hamilton, V.P of External Affairs for Pebble Mine. He will have an informative presentation for us and a time for questions and answers. This is one of those times to get your own information and make your own decision.
If you are on Facebook, check out our Page and like it for more updates and information. We are still accepting new members for 2019 and invite you to check us out at this meeting and online. We have so many amazing members and associate members as well! Men & some women sign up as associate members and just don’t have club voting privileges.
During the Alaska State Fair, our club has a space on the Purple Trail (since 1947!), and our members and associate members all work together sharing smiles, information, & registering voters! Republican candidates, legislators, and local officials hang out at our booth and chat with constituents. Which is just one more avenue for you to do your own research and make your own decisions. Stop by if you haven’t! One of our club’s biggest goals is to help Alaskans have ways to meet and talk to the people. You can certainly learn a lot when you look someone in the eye while you are talking to each other.
We hope to see you April 20th!
