Dear GHC family,

November brings elections and voting for constitutional amendments on November 2nd, our final general meeting of 2021 with RPT Chairman Matt Rinaldi on November 9th, and our great American tradition of Thanksgiving!

Voting for our school boards and on the constitutional amendments is so important. Our educational system is under attack and our youth are being targeted. The general electorate may not be as informed as you on the candidates and issues, so please talk to your circle of influence about the proposed amendments and take a friend or two to the polls. Share with them who you believe are the best candidates to stand up for our children. We cannot take any elected position for granted these days!

At our November 9th meeting, Republican Party of Texas Chairman Matt Rinaldi will share his vision for our party and plans for future elections. We will also elect GHC’s 2022-2023 officers and collect gift cards of any denomination for PTSD USA’s Camp Hope. Their Director, David Maulsby, spoke at our May meeting and will join us again. This is a most worthy cause, so please be generous in bringing your gift cards [any denomination, VISA, MasterCard or American Express can be used and is appreciated by them]. In January, we will start 2022 by collecting gift cards for Camp Shield, the women’s version of Camp Hope.

I’ve always loved Thanksgiving, but find it even more special these days. Living in the United States of America is a great blessing which many take for granted. Let’s not! Let us truly give thanks this year, and with our families, celebrate the freedoms and opportunities we enjoy. God has placed us here for a reason. We must forge ahead to defend our republic when others seek to tear it down.

As I write this final President’s letter to you, my heart is filled with gratitude. In the past two years, we have seen challenges never faced in our lifetime. I’m so proud and grateful for the work of our board members! I’m so proud of all our GHC Republican womens clubs and presidents for persevering through the difficulties, growing their memberships exponentially, stepping up to the challenges brought by the global pandemic, and continuing to fight for our conservative Republican values and candidates!

I thank God for the opportunity to have served as your president and look forward to celebrating GHC’s 60th year with you in 2022! Have a wonderful Thanksgiving, Christmas and holiday season! And may God continue to protect and bless the USA!

Warm Regards,
Sophia Mafrige
GHCFRW President
2020-2021

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The Greater Houston Council of Federated Republican Women does not condone racism by any manner, or by any person. We are a diverse, multi-county organization. It is up to members of the local county parties, and their executive committees, to take action if they deem necessary. Meanwhile, we will continue to work for our Republican causes and candidates.

Sophia Mafrige
GHCFRW President
Posted on June 5, 2020

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