In This Issue: Meet your new Eboard!
• Message from the Chairwoman
• Eboard Profiles Student’s Perspective
• Peace through Lies by Greg Marak
• House of Nothing by Christian Foster
• Obama’s New Approach by Eric McGowan
A Note from the Editor
• Interested in writing or getting involved?
From Left to Right: Michael Morgan (Publications), Brooke Scott (Secretary), Will Broman (Treasurer), Amelia Wolf (Membership), Karl Rove (Just Because), Kaitlin Martin (Executive Director), Sinead Casey (Chairwoman), Peyton Zere (Public Relations), John Burke (Political Affairs), and Alex Miller (Vice Chairman)
A Message from the Chairwoman
I decided to go to The George Washington University for three reasons: (1) Location, it put me in the perfect position to study politics hands on, (2) SMPA is a phenomenal program. And (3) I was told it was the only school in the country where you can sit around a keg and talk politics all night. Three years in I can tell you that the above expectations manifested into a fantastic college experience that in my opinion, is far superior to the college careers of any of my friends from back home in terms of opportunities and experiences. Freshman year, I campaigned for Bob McDonnell throughout the fall and ended the 96-hour push at Barbra Comstock’s victory party at the home of a big Republican fundraiser with Scooter Libby, and with Mitt Romney on speakerphone. Not only did I watch Virginia and New Jersey swing, and Ted Kennedy’s seat turn red, but I was at the heart of it, on the campaign trail and making phone calls. I worked in Congress. Had dinner with congressmen Joe Wilson and Tom Price at the Congressional Dinner Series. I saw Jeb Bush, Bob Gates, Dana Perino, Mike Pence, Marco Rubio, Mitt Romney and Anne Coluter speak, along with so many others that I can’t rattle them off anymore. Cocktail parties on Capital Hill became a common occurrence for me. I met Tucker Carlson as he was leaving an event and he gave me his personal email, when I asked about the Daily Caller. Only at GW! (And ONLY when you’re a GW College Republican, the Democrats don’t do nearly as much!). Sophomore and Junior year, I had the honor to serve as a student leader on this incredibly active campus, as Director of Public Relations and Executive Director of College Republicans. I was flown to Florida to lead a group of CRs in helping Rick Scott win. I shot lots of guns - just like my 2nd amendment right intended for me to do so. Karl Rove, my idol, said to me, “great speech, kid” after an introduction I gave at a CRNC fundraiser. I knew Andrew Breitbart’s now legendary laugh first hand because of the time I was able to spend with him before his death. My interactions with prominent Republicans and future leaders of our Party became so common and so professional that I sometimes needed to remind myself that I am still a student. I met Newt Gingrich and Conservative legends, but more importantly I met my best friend, and so many other friends to be my companions as we lead the Republican party to it’s next great generation. I had a one of a kind experience and met one of a kind people. The GW Conservative community is diverse, ambitious, and proud. You can’t put the GW Conservative into a neat little box. Get to know our members and your stereotypical preconceptions will probably be shattered.
GW College Republicans: The Best Party In Town! Sinead Casey, Chairwomen
Political Communications ’13
A Message from the Chairwoman
Some members of the College Republicans wear vineyard vines others get their noses pierced. Most are American but some hail from Russia, Britain, Bosnia, Qutar, and France. Some are Army brats. Some are gay. Some have trust funds others have scholarships. There are members who are pro-life & pro-choice. There are Jews, Catholics, Protestants, Muslims, atheists, and agnostics. But no matter where you come from, how you dress, how much your parents make, or how you identify yourself, College Republicans at GW come together around the core values of limited government, strong national defense and fiscal responsibility. If you’re looking for the (future) party of old white men, you won’t find it with GW’s CRs. If you’re looking for the “party of no,” you won’t find it here either. The College Republicans at GW offer real solutions to the greatest problems facing our county and global community today, routed in the core values that built an exceptional America. While some of us want to change the world, be elected President or be the next Karl Rove, many of us just love America and stand by the principals that made her great. You may not be into this whole politics thing just yet, just because you chose GW doesn’t make you one of those ambitious-know-it-all-polisci majors (I say this with much love, being that I am one of those poli-(comms) majors), you may have no idea what cap-and-trade is let alone where you stand on it, so I invite you to come to our debates with the CDs, hear what our speakers have to say, and be open to our Conservative message. And for all of you die hard, red blooded, Reagan Conservatives, with your NRA memberships, Romney posters with your EPIC FAIL bumper stickers, there is a strong and welcoming safe haven for you on this liberal campus. We have campaign trips, speakers, membership events, and internship opportunities waiting for you in the fall! My intention as Chairwoman of this organization is to replicate similar experiences for each and every one of you, and to continue this strong and rewarding tradition. I can truly say that this year when I begin the job search, my professional career will be defined by my time as a GW College Republican. I want all of you to be able to say the same when you graduate. I want to ensure that you build and maintain these connections, have these experiences and take full advantage of what it means to be a GW College Republican.
GW College Republicans: The Best Party In Town! Sinead Casey, Chairwomen
Political Communications ’13
A Message from the Chairwoman
This is our join or die moment. We are not the leaders of tomorrow, when we have the opportunity to be the leaders of today and your revolution starts the second you step foot on this campus. You have the chance to change our party and our nation for the better. The 2012 elections are our opportunity to show our peers how they made the wrong decision blindly following an empty-promise kind of President. It’s our time to show how are policies actually work, that our guy means business and our candidates on every level of government know how to get America back to work. Join us and you can be at the heart of it all in 2012. After all, we are the best party in town. ~ Sinead Casey
GW College Republicans: The Best Party In Town! Sinead Casey, Chairwomen
Political Communications ’13
College Republican Executive Board Sinead Casey Chairwoman
Sinead Casey has served as the Director of Public Relations and Executive Director for the GW College Republicans, and she is excited to be your Chairwoman this year and help you experience all that the College Republicans have to offer. She is also honored to serve as Executive Director of the DC Federation of College Republicans. Sinead is a senior majoring in Political Communications at the School of Media and Public Affairs with a minor in Creative Writing. Although she intends to call DC home for many years to come, Sinead originally hails from just outside of New York City. Sinead has experience working on and planning campaigns, has interned for Congresswomen Mary Bono Mack, The College Republican National Committee, and a New York Law Firm. She aspires to be a Speech Writer for a great Republican President. Sinead currently works for Ladies America and Mask Media. Ladies America is a national networking organization of professional young women, operating under the motto of “Women helping Women.” Sinead also loves to have a good have time, and can often be found bartending at Rugby Food and Spirits in Georgetown, and proving to silly liberals that College Republicans is certainly the Best Party in Town!
Alex Miller Vice Chairman
Alexander Miller is a native of Dalton, Pennsylvania, a small town just outside of Scranton. His political career began at a young age when Alex first campaigned in the 2004 election. Throughout his years in Scranton, Alex worked in a State Senator’s office, campaigned for several local offices, and acted as Campaign Manager during the 2011 election. Miller is a sophomore at the George Washington University, majoring in Philosophy and Public Administration. He spent his freshmen year acting as Freshmen Representative for the College Republicans on campus. Aside from the CRs, Alex is a member of the Executive Board for the Colonial Army, is a proud business owner, and an employee of a local law firm. On his down time, Alex enjoys traveling, golfing, and smoking fine cigars. “It is truly an honor to represent the Conservative image on campus this year as Vice Chairman. There is no challenge great enough to deter our efforts in this vital year, and I make every commitment to fulfill our duty to our members, our party, and our Nation.”
Will Broman Treasurer
William Broman is a member of GW’s Class of 2014, majoring in Biomedical Engineering with a focus on biomaterials. William was born and raised in Grosse Pointe, Michigan. He is an active member of the Michigan Republican party and the 14th Congressional District. William actively participates as an advocate for STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education at all levels (K12 and College). He has been published three times by US News and World Report, for his efforts to advance STEM education in the United States. Will is also a current candidate for Michigan’s Grosse Pointe Public Schools Board of Education. Outside of education policy and general politics, William is also an entrepreneur and sailor. He founded Broman Företag, Inc. in July 2011, a web development company focused on small businesses. He is also on the GW Sailing team. William has sailed since he was less than 3 months old, and has competed in many junior sailing regattas in Laser, 420 and FJ classes. In his free time William enjoys many things, such as sailing, tae kwon do, reading books on business, finance and economics, supporting the GW Women’s Soccer team, and carrying out traditional college antics with his roommates.
College Republican Executive Board Brooke Scott Secretary
Brooke Scott is the 2012-‐2013 GW College Republican Secretary. She has previously served as the Freshman Representative to the College Republicans, and is extremely happy to be returning for another great year of work with the Eboard and the CR body as a whole! Apart from taking notes in CR meetings, taking on liberals, and educating the masses, Brooke is a sister of Delta Gamma Sorority here on campus. She is very proud of her roots in Louisville, Kentucky, and isn’t afraid to let anybody know about her good ol’ fashioned southern values. Brooke enjoys spending quality time with her CR friends, her DG sisters, spending time down on the National Mall, and competitive skydiving. She cant wait to get to know you all better this year, and looks forward to having some ‘Real Republican Fun’ this year!
Amelia Wolf Director of Membership
Amelia Wolf is the 2012-‐2013 GW College Republicans Director of Membership and 2012-‐2013 DC Federation of College Republicans Director of Political Affairs. A junior, originally from Toledo, OH, Amelia has previously served the GWCRs as spring 2012 Director of Membership and as Interim Director of Public Relations. She very much enjoys being involved in the CRs and has benefited from the many and vast programs put on by the organization, most noteably helping to plan Karl Rove's two visits to GW. Amelia is majoring in Political Science, with minors in Chinese and economics, and she plans to attend law school after matriculation from GW. Amelia is also an Intern at Skadden, Arps LLP, one of the nation's largest law firms. She enjoyed being a GW fan, and has attended every home GW basketball game during her student career, and currently is the Director of Membership for the Colonial Army. Amelia is looking forward to welcoming new and returning members into the GWCRs this fall!
John Burke Director of Political Affairs
John Burke, a junior at the Elliott School of International Affairs, is from Manhattan Beach, California. A proud and passionate Republican for years, he was a founder and president of his high school's Young Republican organization. Having worked in the Congressional offices of Representatives Rick Berg and Devin Nunes since coming to George Washington, John loves being involved with American politics and feels that it is vital for our generation to get involved. He is thrilled with the opportunity to serve as Political Affairs Director for the George Washington University College Republicans so that our organization can make a difference in the upcoming November elections and provide memorable experiences for all of our members. Aside from working for the Conservative cause, John enjoys reading, going to the beach, golf, and watching his New England Patriots every Sunday. He is poking forward to serving GW College Republicans this year and hopes that we all can achieve great things together.
Michael Morgan Director of Publications
Michael Morgan is a sophomore in the Elliott School of International Affairs, and the current Director of Publications for the College Republicans. He is ecstatic to be serving the students of GW and the Republican cause as a whole in this capacity. Apart from being one of the most active College Republican members, he is a proud member of the Beta Theta Pi fraternity, the Student Association Senator from the Elliott School of International Affairs, and the Student Dining Board Chairman Mike became involved in politics by helping run (and win!) Michael Baumgartner for State Senate back in 2010. Since then, he has helped with David Condon for Mayor, interned in Congresswoman Cathy McMorris Rodger's congressional office, and been the statewide Field Coordinator for Michael Baumgartner for U.S. Senate. His political interests include fiscal policy, healthcare policy, and campaign management. Hailing from Spokane, Washington, he is quick to remind everyone of his roots, and often expresses his love for the outdoors, open spaces, fishing, boating, logging, bonfires, and the simple life. He can’t wait to work with all of you on the College Republican Monthly publication, and looks forward to getting to know all of you throughout the year! God Bless America!
Freshman Representatives Eric McGowan From: Wyndmoor, Pennsylvania Major: Polisci Enjoys: Guitar, Baseball, Spending time with his family
Sean Kumnick From: South Windsor, Connecticut
Major: Polisci and Econ Enjoys: Arnold Palmers, Red Sox,
Cigars, and Taylor Swift
College Republican Executive Board Peyton Zere
Director of Public Relations Peyton Zere is a sophomore in the Columbian College of Arts and Sciences, majoring in Communications and minoring in Political Science. Outside of being the Director of Public Relations for the 2012-‐2013 school year, he is a member of the Kappa Alpha Order on campus and an intern at the Center for American Freedom. He is looking to promote a pro-‐active and exciting brand for the GWCR’s through internal and external media coverage. With everyone’s sights on the 2012 election, Peyton wants this chapter of College Republicans to create a strong Conservative message, even at the bluest of universities. When at home on Long Island, NY, Peyton enjoys golfing, watching the Yankees, and working for NY State Senator, Lee Zeldin.
Student’s Perspective An unheard voice in a needed time
House of Nothing By: Christian S. T. Foster
Where are we now? Our financial policy is in complete disarray because we have allowed the bankers to control it. They own the government in both a literal and metaphorical sense. We are trading and betting on financial instruments which are based on nonexistent entities which are in turn based on further nonexistent entities. They are creating “wealth” out of thin air and it does not sustain its own growth. When the people controlling financial policy in this nation are the ones who have profited off of, if not created, the insidious financial instruments in question, only bad results can come of it, and
they have.
For several decades, many of the chief financial advisers in government have come from a handful of major Wall Street investment banks, most notably Goldman Sachs, which is notorious for its risky investment practices, and their meddling in the market has reared its ugly head. In what may seem like an exception to the rule, the disastrous Dodd-‐Frank bill promised to regulate the banks and risky financial practices. Of course, it was the wrong method of going about it, leading to regulations that stifle growth outside of banking, let alone its own text contradicting its stated goals. As long as the bankers remain in the halls of government and try to shape financial policy, we will have more of the
same.
Furthermore, what about our money itself? The Federal Reserve, a private company that somehow manages to masquerade as a government entity, is what creates our money. It is based on anything tangible? Absolutely not. Ever since Nixon decided to do away with the gold standard, our money has been based on thin air. Of course, that only encourages the Fed to create untold amounts of money simply because it can. Congress delegated its power to create money to the Federal Reserve, something that it cannot do. When we look at our printed money, we see “Federal Reserve Note”
instead of the “Treasury Note” that our ancestors saw. As for the meaning and value behind a “Federal Reserve Note?” There is none. Simply what people accept it to be, and that is depreciating rapidly. We
have expanded our money supply in a way that is not sustainable for growth.
Without question, the Federal Reserve controls interest rates, as well, and it has kept them artificially low in order to prop up a flailing economy. If the Fed had let the free market determine the interest rate instead, it would have been more painful for a short while, but we would be recovering
from the damage without having to prop ourselves up artificially.
Our financial and monetary policy is so out of whack that I am surprised that it has not completely collapsed in on itself like an agitated house of cards. Of course, I would be more
comfortable with a house of cards, as it has at least some structure and substance supporting it. What we have is a house of nothing.
Student’s Perspective An unheard voice in a needed time
Peace through Lies
By: Greg Marak
First off, I’d just like to say I’m proud to be a member of the College Republicans! Trying to think of something to write, several things came to mind, most of which dealt with why in this critical election season I think conservative choices and voices are important to be heard and why I consider myself a conservative. The encroachment of the nanny state and New York City’s ban on large sodas came to mind, as did the recent film I was able to see through GW Catholics, October Baby, which celebrates the miracle of life and the grace of forgiveness. I thought of conversations I’ve had with peers of differing views (which is what’s great about college!) and how some discussions about morality and social
policy have gotten pretty passionate, but then I realized that our government has lied to us. This took center stage in my mind.
On the eleventh anniversary of September 11, 2001, just under a month ago, the American consulate in
Benghazi, Libya was attacked, killing ambassador Chris Stevens. Shortly before, a film with anti-‐Muslim sentiment had been released, and the trailer sparked much anger and outrage from the Islamic community. The Obama administration was quick to blame the attack on outrage from the film, that it was spontaneous and not connected to terrorist action or planning. As U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Susan Rice said, the attack began as a reaction to the film, and “spun” from there. It appears the only spinning was of the truth. Because Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta said on September 27 that it was “clear that there were terrorists who planned the attack.” Panetta says who those terrorists
are is still unclear, but that there was plotting and coordination of some kind is evident. So why couldn’t the government tell us that to begin with? If they were unsure, a simple “We don’t know”
would have sufficed. Yet they were quick to deny terrorist activity, quick to deny the threats that still exist to our country.
The situation is disturbing to say the least. The denial could of course be political. Who wants to vote for a president who gets them worried about terrorist attacks? A president who perhaps, through his policy and philosophy, does little to discourage belligerent action towards the United States. But even beyond thoughts of the election, we have to think about what’s really happened here. In simple terms, American civilians and diplomatic workers were attacked internationally. Our government assured us all was well. This was a random incident. We’re safe back home. We get the picture. Well I seem to remember reading something about this once. About a government that manipulates the truth, revises history as it happens, and explains events in a way that assure the people they have nothing to worry about. Oceania is strong, and Big Brother is watching. Indeed, the world of Orwell’s 1984 is eerily
reflected in this latest incident.
Transparency must be a part of American government. Without leaders who can tell us the truth, no matter how difficult it is to say, how can we possibly claim to be part of a system that is of the people,
by the people and for the people, as the great President Lincoln proclaimed? We must demand transparency. We must elect new leaders often and without hesitation. For any concerned citizen of this republic, ignorance is not bliss. Perhaps this was just a matter of a knee-‐jerk attempt to comfort us. Perhaps it was just a rushed assumption. We can only hope. It’s up to all of you to decide. Anyone
who can vote, does this matter enough to think about on November sixth?
Student’s Perspective An unheard voice in a needed time
Obama’s New Approach to Foreign Policy
By: Eric McGowan
A note from the writer: Ok, liberals, don’t spill your lattes or split your tight jeans -‐ this is just a little satire. The following is complete fiction (hopefully).
As of late, President Obama has received criticism from conservatives regarding his refusal to meet with Benjamin Netanyahu, the Israeli Prime Minister. Netanyahu’s growing anxiety regarding Iran’s continued nuclear development has been documented by the media and is reflected in his continued requests for Obama and the United States to draw a “red line,” that if crossed by Iran, would prompt a US-‐Israeli intervention. Rightwing extremists have condemned Obama’s supposed neglect of the Israeli Prime Minister, but fail to recognize the President’s revolutionary, “Forward” approach to
foreign relations with Israel. Instead of meeting directly with Netanyahu, Obama has chosen to confide in more experienced and worldly statesmen. Indeed, Obama has changed the face of international relations in a way that his conservative counterparts never could. His new foreign policy advisors are none other than…… Jay Z
and Beyoncé! When asked about a possible Iranian attack on Israel, Jay Z responded, “If you havin’ terrorist
problems, I feel bad for you son. We got 99 problems, but the incredibly serious threat of theocratic Iran wiping our closest ally in the Middle East off the face of the Earth ain’t one.”
Jay Z’s beautiful and politically genius wife, Beyoncé, had even more insightful comments. When asked why the United States, the world’s leading military power, is not fully backing Israel, she told reporters
to look “to the left to the left.” It is now clear why President Obama has been spending more and more time with Jay-‐Z and Beyoncé than he has with Benjamin Netanyahu. The two hip-‐hop icons are simply high-‐class analysts. What more could a meeting with Netanyahu possibly offer? This publication is convinced that Obama’s Forward vision should leave Netanyahu and the Israel in the past and move along while consulting Brooklyn’s Finest and Destiny’s Child’s poster girl along the way. Hopefully, they will steer America
clear of any more “bumps in the road.”
A Message from the Editor
By: Mike Morgan
Thank you so much for reading the first CR Monthly Publication of the year! It’s great to have a bunch of eager students who are willing to come together, submit articles, write funny pieces, and become a part of a publication that has been around since long before them, and will persist on to the future so long as us College Republicans stand firm at George Washington University. You don’t have to be an English major, or a Polisci major, or a Capital Hill staff member to submit writing. All people from all walks of life are more than welcome to contact me, shoot me an email, an idea, a thought, and try to get it published through the CR Monthly. Our duty as an Eboard is not to tell you what to think, but to allow you to be comfortable in your Conservative and Republican beliefs, to offer you opportunities and internships like nowhere else can, to provide an ideological shield from the liberal foolishness on campus. Please, stop by our office hours, contact us by any means, and let us know how we can help make your CR experience as great as it can be. Keep on keepin’ on, God bless you, and may God bless the United States of America. Michael Morgan [email protected] 509-‐496-‐3638
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