May 2016

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Offering the spirit of Friendship to all Women who share our Republican Values Voted the Best Newsletter by the Members of the Arizona Federation of Republican Women (2015)!

Inside This Issue...

Dan Saban, Candidate for Maricopa County Sheriff, to Speak at May Luncheon

President’s Message

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Field Trips/Events!

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Political Education

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April Meeting Recap

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On May 18th, Dan Saban will join us to talk about why he is running for Maricopa County Sheriff. Saban, a Republican, is running to unseat Sheriff Joe Arpaio in the August 2016 primary election.

Getting to Know Member Honey Levin

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About Dan Saban: Dan Saban is an accomplished, award-

Notes on America

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winning law enforcement professional with more than 35 years of public and private sector experience in policing, management and business consulting.

Club & Member Milestones/Awards

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About PVRW/AzFRW/ NFRW/Member Applica-

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Save the Date: Our Meeting Schedule

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Dan’s career began as a deputy with the Maricopa County Dan Saban Sheriff’s Office and continued with the Mesa Police Department where he worked his way up from patrolman to Commander. By this time, Dan’s solid reputation as a distinguished public safety leader was established and he was recruited by the Town of Buckeye to be Police Chief. In Buckeye, he transformed and reshaped a growing department, raised the standards of professionalism and performance, and rebuilt trust and respect for his officers in the community. Dan is married with three children and five grandchildren.

Join Us On May 18th! 11:00 a.m. Social 11:30 a.m. Program/ Lunch

Grayhawk Golf Club: In November, there is the possibility that residents of Arizona will vote on two resolutions to make marijuana legal in our state. The women of Palo Verde RW were presented with a Resolution to vote no on legal marijuana in Arizona. The resolution passed unanimously. To read the Resolution go to page 8.

On the Menu: Cobb Salad

Strawberry Cheesecake Coffee/Tea/Wine Bar

8620 East Thompson Peak Parkway, The Fairway House, Scottsdale The cost of the luncheon is $27 if paying by credit card. Pay with cash or by check and the cost is $26. Checks are preferred but credit cards are accepted. To make a reservation for our luncheon, contact Patty Prosin by email: [email protected], or call her at 480.656.4746.

President’s Message

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Consistency Can Make the Difference Between Failure and Success! Have you heard the old say- meeting. Please get your reservation in by May 16th at ing, “If you are persistent, 10:00 am. you will get it. If you are consistent, you will keep it”? Being consistent is the difference between failure and success.

Everyone wants consistency, whether it concerns leading our country, state, Jan Stephenson, President of Palo Verde Republican Women

or local political clubs.

We also want to encourage you to be consistent in voting! Make sure you vote in the May 17th election. If you have a mail-in ballot, put it in the mailbox by Saturday, May 7th. If not, make sure you get to the Polls on May 17th. Both sides of Prop 123 have been presented to you. Make up your mind—be CONSISTENT—VOTE! Best Regards,

Jan

At Palo Verde we have certain rules you are asked to

follow. When you are consistent, our meetings are successful. For example, you are asked to make a reservation for our luncheon meetings by Monday morn-

ing at 10:00 am before our Wednesday meeting. The purpose of this rule is to allow Grayhawk the time to purchase the items needed and make sure they have the right numbers of employees on hand to prepare and serve the food. Please help us to be consistent in our count to them by making your reservations on time. If you make a reservation and later realize you

The Republican Party as it appears to

cannot attend, please cancel your reservation by Mon-

many of us this year. Will it/can it survive?

day morning. If you do not, you will be charged. Re-

member our admonition—A reservation made is a reservation paid! Palo Verde is continuing to grow and we are thrilled to

It’s Always a Good Time to Join Palo Verde RW! Become a Member Now! At our April meeting plan to renew

welcome new members! We want to be consistent in your membership for 2016. Annual dues are presenting meetings of interest to you with lunches still only $30 for a full membership. If you are that are tasty and well prepared. Consistency establishes reputations—both for Palo Verde and Grayhawk.

We look forward to seeing you at our May 18th

a member of another Republican Women's Club but want to become an associate member of our award winning club, annual dues are $25.

Oh, The Places We Go And The Things That We Do!

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NFRW Pledges Unity in 2016 Election FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: March 19, 2016 CONTACT: Lisa Ziriax, 405-596-3873 or [email protected]

Republican Women Will Support Republican Presidential Nominee ARLINGTON, Va. – More than 150 Republican women leaders from across the nation gathered at the National Federation of Republican Women’s (NFRW) spring board meeting in Arlington on March 17-19, where they pledged to come together during the general election to support the 2016 Republican presidential nominee. The NFRW board unanimously adopted a resolution calling on members to actively support and work to elect the 2016 Republican nominee for president, as well as all Republican candidates for federal, state and local office. “The NFRW and its members have a 78-year track record of coming together in unity following a competitive primary campaign season, and this year will be no different,” NFRW President Carrie Almond said. “We are united and have a common purpose: to completely reverse course and end the failed policies of President Obama and the Democrats. The way to accomplish this is to send a Republican to the White House, and we will enthusiastically, wholeheartedly stand behind our party’s nominee.” Read the full resolution. Retrieved May 7, 2016: https://www.nfrw.org/news-releases-20160319

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Oh, The Places We Go And The Things That We Do!

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Thanks Are In Order! Palo Verde RW and Scottsdale City Council Member Virginia Korte donated her 50/50 winnings from last month’s meeting back to the club! Thank you Virginia… Our treasurer gained $76 as a result! We have applied Virginia’s donation to our Bethesda Community Baptist Church project. We have set up a Children's Library at this African/American Church and are holding monthly Reading Parties. In June we hope to take the children on a field trip to Scottsdale's Museum of the West. Virginia’s donation will surely help with this activity. We are happy to have you as a member of our club. Your generosity is greatly appreciated. Palo Verde RW women have generous hearts! We were able to donate many purses and toiletries to The Shoebox Ministries for their Mother’s Day project. The organization’s goal is to distribute 3,000 gift-filled purses to Valley family and domestic violence shelters including Chrysalis, Maggie’s Place, Casa de Amigas, Native American Connections and Sojourner Center.

Oh the Places We Go and the Things That We Do!

TARS (Arizona Teenage Republicans) held their 2016 Awards Banquet at the Scottsdale Plaza Resort. Husband and daughter Len and Leigh Munsel were the special speakers; Paris Dennard was Master of Ceremonies. Palo Verde RW was well represented with 13 of our members in attendance! Photo at right: Congratulations to TARS member Briana Beam who received the AzFRW Dodie Londen Memorial Scholarship!

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Oh, The Places We Go And The Things That We Do!

Making Waves on Twitter! Palo Verde RW member Linda Rizzo’s Tweet made it into a Breitbart story! Check it out… You can find the entire article at http:// www.breitbart.com/big-government/2016/04/22/pro-family-grouplaunches-boycotttarget/. Congratulations Linda!

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Oh, The Places We Go And The Things That We Do!

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A Resolution pointing out the reasons to vote against legalizing marijuana in Arizona passed unanimously at our April 20th meeting! We already have enough problems with alcohol addiction and doctor prescribed pain killers. Why would we want to legalize another drug that will lead to even more substance abuse? We must vote no on the legalization of marijuana in our state. Here’s why…

Resolution Against Legalizing Marijuana in the State of Arizona WHEREAS, Since the citizens of Colorado were the first to vote to legalize marijuana in 2012, “teen use [of marijuana] has risen dramatically and is now 74 percent higher than the national average;” and WHEREAS, Since legalization of marijuana in 2012, “Colorado has seen an increase in marijuana-related traffic fatalities, hospitalization and emergency visits, as well as marijuana-related calls to poison control centers;” and WHEREAS, “Today’s marijuana is a harmful, psychoactive, addictive substance that is much more potent than ever before – at least five times more powerful than the marijuana of the 1970s;” and

WHEREAS, “The American College of Pediatricians reported grave risks for youth: ‘Marijuana is addicting and has adverse effects upon the adolescent brain, is a risk for both cardio-respiratory disease and testicular cancer, and is associated with both psychiatric illness and negative social outcomes;’” and WHEREAS, “The U.S. Attorney for the District of Colorado reported that illicit or black market drug activity in Colorado has not subsided since legalization and in fact, has increased;” and WHEREAS, “The initiative permits possession of one ounce of marijuana (60 marijuana joints) and an additional six marijuana plants per household (one plant can produce a rough average of 300 joints), one home could easily produce 1,800 joints under the proposed law;” and WHEREAS, “We know the costs associated with drop-outs, suspensions, and expulsions are exceedingly high, more than $400,000 per high school student in Arizona, and that marijuana use increases the risk of dropping out and lowers educational outcomes for youth”; therefore be it RESOLVED, That the Palo Verde Republican Women strongly urge all Arizonans to vote NO to legalizing marijuana when voting in the general election to be held on November 8, 2016. Sources: Information against legalizing marijuana not ‘questionable,’ Seth Leibsohn, chair; and Shelia Polk, vicechair; Arizonans for Responsible Drug Policy, http://www.azcentral.com/story/opinion/letters/2016/02/13/ legalize-marijuana-arizona/80288750/, Retrieved March 13, 2016. Legalize marijuana? No, there's too much guesswork, Seth Liebsohn, http://www.azcentral.com/story/opinion/oped/2015/08/10/legalize-marijuana-guesswork-con-leibsohn/31428865/ Retrieved March 13, 2016

Political Education and Legislative Action

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Paula Linker/Political Education and Legislative Action Chair

WE WILL HAVE A LOT TO DO FOR OUR CANDIDATES AFTER CONVENTION AND PRIMARIES TO MAKE DC A CLINTON-FREE ZONE The Presidential Primary season was long, but seemed to be over so quickly. Now we must forget all of that and start anew— there’s too much at stake. When we are asked to step up we must be ready. We don’t know what kinds of campaign work will be called for this year: social media, traditional, or something else. There’s always something worth sharing with your friends. We usually don’t have to fret over local elections, but it looks like many new voters will be coming out throughout the county. We will have to be pro-active to keep various offices RED. Don’t forget the Scottsdale Mayoral and Scottsdale City Council elections. There are ongoing happenings there because our local staff works full-time. Do your research using Google, Facebook, AZCENTRAL, or whatever sources you like best. There are three Mayoral candidates, the incumbent, a local businessman and activist, and a former Scottsdale councilman. They are Bill Crawford, Mayor Jim Lane, and Bob Littlefield. There are five city council candidates, three incumbents, one local businessman and activist, and one former councilman from a neighboring town. They are Suzanne Klapp, Virginia Korte, Guy Phillips, Tom Giller and Dan Schweiker. The daily notes from the RNC will continue of course. Enjoy the summer and rest up for the HUGE elections to come.

Paula CONUNDRUM The definition of the word Conundrum is: “Something that is puzzling or confusing.” Here are six Conundrums of socialism in the United States of America: 1. America is capitalist and greedy—yet half of the population is subsidized. 2. Half of the population is subsidized—yet they believe they are victims. 3. They believe they are victims—yet their representatives run the government. 4. Their representatives run the government—yet the poor keep getting poorer. 5. The poor keep getting poorer—yet they have things that people in other countries only dream about. 6. They have things that people in other countries only dream about—yet they want America to be more like those other countries. Think about it! And that, my friends, pretty much sums up the USA in the 21st Century. There’s more… 1. We are advised to NOT judge ALL Muslims by the actions of a few lunatics, but we are encouraged to judge ALL gun owners by the actions of a few lunatics. Funny how that works. And here's another one worth considering... 2. It seems we constantly hear about how Social Security is going to run out of money. But we never hear about welfare, or food stamps running out of money? What’s interesting is the first group “worked for” their money, but the second group didn’t. Think about it… And last but not least: 3. Why are we cutting benefits for our veterans, no pay raises for our military and cutting our army back, but we are not stopping the payments or benefits to illegal aliens. Submitted by Paula Linker. Thanks Paula!

April Meeting Recap in Pictures

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Our keynote speaker is the always entertaining Arizona State Treasurer Jeff DeWit. DeWit spoke about the reasons why he believes Prop. 123 is bad for our state. There was a lively Question and Answer session afterwards as a result. Palo Verde RW member Cathy Riggs, candidate for Justice of the Peace, also spoke about why she is running and is qualified for this office. See Cathy’s ad on page 4 of this newsletter.

April Meeting Recap in Pictures

There is nothing better than a friend, unless it is a friend with chocolate.

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Getting to Know Member Honey Levin Are you married? Yes. To my beloved and best friend, Sid Levin, for over forty years.

Children? Yes. They are two bright, achieving and caring attorney daughters who are also exceptional mothers.

Grandchildren? Yes. Five altogether. Some are even Republicans.

Hobbies? Reading historical fiction, biographies, spy novels and mysteries. Exploring Arizona by foot and car. Attending adult education classes on Israel. Editing and writing. Working out at the gym. Swimming.

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cal issues and volunteered off and on with my “former” party in Pennsylvania and somewhat here in Arizona. But during the 2008 presidential campaign, the direction my party was taking forced me to rethink what was best for our democracy. I saw the overreaching arm of federal government leading the way to a socialist state. Our Constitution, about which I had taught my students, was in jeopardy. Giving handouts to many Americans who could otherwise be productive citizens, was no longer my value. And so, after careful analysis and soul searching, I changed my party affiliation to Republican and went to Tea Party meetings, demonstrations and joined a local women’s Republican club and the Republican Jewish Coalition.

Education/Career? BS in Education, Temple University. CertiHoney and her husband Sid who fication in Special Education, Penn State is pictured here celebrating his University. Master’s Degree in Library birthday. Science, Villanova University.

How involved are you in politics? I feel very involved because of my membership in Palo Verde and the camaraderie of women who truly care! I am considering taking on the responsibilities of a precinct committeewoman to further solidify our state party. Issues that affect us all are a priority for me to be informed. And so each day, I spend much time learning from respected experts around the country.

Career paths: Homebound and Hospital Teacher for the School District of Philadelphia for high school students unaPlease let us know anything ble to attend school for physical else about you that you or psychological reasons. Ownwouldn't mind sharing with er of fee-based information reus. search service in the fields of My husband and I cherish Arizobusiness, law, medicine, Honey speaking at Arrowhead RW about her book, The na. At this troubling time in our healthcare. Marketing and sales Friction Within; How the Political Divide in America Affects Percountry’s history, there is no for family medical equipment sonal Relationships. other place in which we would company. In Arizona, importer of want to live. The beauty of this gallery-quality Mexican pottery and designer accessories. At present author of “The Friction state is overwhelming and we are still enthralled by the topogWithin: How the Political Divide in America Affects Personal raphy that surrounds us. We have travelled all over the Southwest. My first volunteer position was for Las Guias at the Relationships.” Appeared on radio shows, book signings, Arizona State University and Brandeis women’s book group. Heard Museum so that I could learn about the Indian culture and how it contributes to Arizona today. I was a guide for five Others in the works. years and those years and training gave me an even deeper Where are you from originally? appreciation of the area. Arizona has become a true melting Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. pot—much more than if we had remained in the East. Our What brought you to Arizona? friends come from different backgrounds—some from other A desire for a more carefree lifestyle amid beautiful weather countries—and they have opened up our minds and hearts. and incredible surroundings and interesting people from all Lastly, I would like to thank the women of Palo Verde for their over the country. We feel blessed to be here. We’ve been constant support for the land of my people, Israel. That has here for 24 years! not gone unnoticed in a time when many have turned their backs on that tiny but achieving democracy.

What got you involved in politics?

I have always kept up to date with local and national politi-

Americanism

Notes on America Carol Peters/Americanism Chair Where has our year gone? May is here and it seems like we were just celebrating the New Year. Time flies! The month of May has a handful of special dates to acknowledge. They are: May 5: National Day of Prayer May 5: Holocaust Remembrance Day May 8: Mother's Day May 21: Armed Forces Day May 30: Memorial Day Important May dates in American history include: 5/1/1931: The 102 story Empire State Building was dedicated 5/3/1937: Margaret Mitchell won the Pulitzer Prize for her novel "Gone with the Wind" 5/4/1942: The Battle of the Coral Sea, the first naval clash fought solely by air power, began 5/5/1988: The first Thursday in May was designated the National Day of Prayer 5/7/1957: John F. Kennedy was awarded the Pulitzer Prize for "Profiles in Courage" 5/8/1914: Congress established the second Sunday in May as Mother's Day

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5/10/1908: The first Mother's Day services took place in Grafton, West Virginia and Philadelphia 5/13/1864: The first military burial took place in Arlington National Cemetery 5/14/1904: The first Olympic Games held in the United States opened in St. Louis 5/15/1940: Crowds of shoppers scrambled to buy nylon stockings the first day they went on sale in selected stores 5/17/1973: The Senate Watergate Committee began nationally televised hearings 5/19/1921: Congress placed quotas on the number of immigrants entering the United States 5/21/1932: Amelia Earhart landed in Ireland and became the first woman to fly nonstop across the Atlantic 5/23/1785: Benjamin Franklin wrote in a letter that he had just invented bifocal glasses 5/25/1977: "Star Wars,” one of the most popular movies of all time, opened 5/27/1937: San Francisco's Golden Gate bridge opened 5/30/1868: Memorial Day was widely observed for the first time

Some have forgotten why we have a military. It's not to promote war. It's to be prepared for peace. Ronald Reagan

About The Patriot Newsletter The Patriot is published for Palo Verde RW club members and interested friends. It is emailed in color or sent via the United States Postal Service in black and white. The Patriot is distributed by the second week of each month with the exception of July and August. If you wish to submit an article, or provide content for this newsletter, please contact Cheryl Pelletier, Editor, at: 480.406.9227 (cell) or email Cheryl at [email protected].

Noteworthy! In 2015, The Patriot was voted the best club newsletter by the women of the Arizona Federation of Republican Women.

Club/Member Milestones & Awards

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May Birthdays Kathleen Clark 5/27 Julia Graham 5/13 Joan Lang 5/1 Julie Pete 5/14 Carol Peters 5/4 Marsha Sandkuhl 5/11 Linda Stacey 5/7 Nancy Cottle 5/10 Jim Gray 5/25 Lyle Reinsch

Palo Verde RW is pleased to announce our NEWEST members: Erika Greaves Associates Roger Greaves Frank Riggs Welcome to our family! We’re so glad to have you as part of our club!!!

In 2014, Palo Verde RW was named the Best Republican Club in the state!

A Proud Member Of NFRW: Palo Verde Republican Women 2016/2017 Palo Verde RW Officers Jan Stephenson

About Palo Verde

President [email protected]

Republican Women

Roberta Heine 1st Vice President, Programs [email protected]

Palo Verde Republican Women was chartered in January 1974 under the guidance of Mrs. Joan

Sherry Gray

Wood who became the club’s first president.

2nd Vice President, Membership [email protected]

Most of the charter members had been a part of Scottsdale Republican Women, one of the most

Joan Lang

active groups in the state of Arizona. The club

3rd Vice President, Outreach/Community Service [email protected]

eventually withdrew from the National Federa-

Cheryl Pelletier

tion of Republican Women and member Joan

Secretary [email protected]

Wood and others who wished to remain in the

Liz Van Valin

Federation formed Palo Verde RW. From the

Treasurer-Budget [email protected]

beginning, Palo Verde RW maintained a reputation as a vigorous and active club, and has remained a powerful force within the Federation to this day. We educate our members through

programs presented at our monthly meetings (the third Wednesday of every month—except July and August), through our monthly newsletter (The Patriot), and by attending AzFRW quarterly meetings.

Patricia Prosin Assistant Treasurer/Lunch Reservations [email protected] Palo Verde Republican Women (PVRW) is a member of the Arizona Federation of Republican Women (AzFRW) and the National Federation of Republican Women (NFRW). Annual PVRW dues are: $30 for Active Members; $25 for Associate and Pachyderm Members. http://www.nfrw.org/ https://azfrw.com/

2016/2017 Palo Verde Republican Women Committee Chairs Patriot Assistant Editors

Marjorie Collins

Americanism/Chaplain/Greeter

Carol Peters

Arrangements/Hospitality

Nancy Pryor/Edith Stock

Awards/Hours

Roberta Heine/Joan Lang

Patriot Distribution

Marjorie Collins

Bylaws/Goldmine

Eileen Fiedler

Photography/Social Media

Kelly Sallaway

Campaign

Lori Mollin

Political Education/Legislation

Paula Linker

Community Service

Joan Lang

Reservations

Patricia Prosin

Education/Literacy

Honey Levin

Special Events

Loralee DeSanto

Fundraising/Ways & Means

Sarah Chiuppi

Voter Registration

Anita Rodriguez

Parliamentarian

Michelle Creveling

Patriot Editor/Webmaster

Cheryl Pelletier

Roberta Heine

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Palo Verde Republican Women

Save the Dates! Our 2016 Program/Luncheon Schedule 

January 20 Pro-Israel Advocate, Meir Jolovitz, to speak on Middle Eastern Affairs.

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February 17 Alex Meluskey, Arizona Candidate for U.S. Senate.

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March 16 Mona Oshana and Sam Darno

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June 15 Sheriff Joe Arpaio

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July and August Summer break

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September 21 Arizona State Rep. (LD28) Kate Brophy McGee, to provide legislative update.

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October 19 TBD

April 20 Arizona State Treasurer Jeff

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November 16 TBD

DeWit on Prop. 123 and the Financial State of the State

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December 21 Our Annual Christmas Party.

on Iraq. 

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May 18 Dan Saban, Republican Candidate for Maricopa County Sheriff

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