Oregon Executive Club

Our speaker this month has been in the Salem swamp
for more than 20 years, most recently as a lobbyist.
He knows the money badgers have a big, juicy target
in mind this time, and are jazzed by their 101 win.

JL Wilson

JL sees one monster of special concern this session:
A "Carbon Tax", a euphemism for taxing all economic
activity because it touches transportation, personal life,
power, manufacturing, services... everything.

Just another sales tax, buried in the cost of everything
we wear, eat, drive, live in. To start: an immediate
$0.16/gallon increase in gasoline. Overall, perhaps
$125 per month for Oregon families. $700 million a year.
Worse: once put in place, bureaucrats can increase it...
without a vote of the people.

And its stated, imaginary purpose? To fix the global
climate, even though Oregon only produces about
ONE THOUSANDTH of global emissions of CO2.

Even though there is no proof that CO2 is even responsible
for anything other than feeding plants.

Salem only sees joy when they contemplate a new tax.
They never understand the reality: All taxes tax the poor,
because even the poor pay part when anyone is taxed.

Heartless. Destructive. Regressive. And all based on unsound
allegations about a molecule essential for all life on earth.

There's more budget stuff to be discussed, but isn't
this enough for you to join us Wednesday Night?

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The Freedom Foundation is a regional think and action tank dedicated to removing government unions influence on the political cycle.

January was a great month for us at the Freedom Foundation, we filed our largest lawsuit in Oregon against SEIU 503 with 14 plaintiffs. The merits of the lawsuit were based on SEIU 503 not recognizing people's rights to opt out and cease paying union dues. Defendants in the lawsuit included the SEIU leaders personally, as well as Gov. Kate Brown for her role in this scheme. Details can be read here.

We also uncovered the numbers behind SEIU 503's books in 2017. Most notably seven of their staff were bringing in over 6-figure salaries, and their highest paid staff member? Their political director Melissa Unger (sister of Our Oregon's Exec. director). More proof that SEIU is in fact more of a political operation than anything else. Last year we also saw $4 million spent directly into politics in Oregon from the union dues they collect. As well as the $7.3 million they send to the national union for their political agenda. When they talk about organizations taking money and spending it outside this State, they should look in the mirror first. Our full report can be read here.

Removing these funds from the political cycle is our only focus at the Freedom Foundation, Oregon cannot seek change with government unions funding "the labor" movement to this extent. 2018 is going to contain huge losses to theses unions in Oregon, and if you think they're not scared read this article outlining our battle and watch out for their skewed cited numbers.

Aaron Withe, Oregon Director of Freedom Foundation (.com)
awithe@freedomfoundation.com; 503-951-6208; PO Box 18146, Salem, OR 97305

Read the December 2017 MHRW Newsletter

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Mt. Hood Republican Women's January 2018 Update

Happy New Year to all our Republican Friends! Let us hope the positive economic growth continues across the U.S.A. throughout 2018 and beyond. Our President Trump is really the personification of the "Energizer Bunny".

As Mt. Hood Republican Women does not meet in January, our next regular meeting will be February 14, 2018, Valentine's Day, with Cheryl Hams, from Sandy's Pregnancy Resource Center as our speaker.

2018 will bring new taxes and fees to Oregon residents. Gas Tax up 4 cents per gallon, Title and Registration fees raised $13. And payroll taxes up 1%. Thanks to Taxpayer Assoc. of Oregon for this info.

Wednesday, January 3, 2018 Executive Club Meeting, 7 pm Airport Shilo Inn, 11707 N.E Airport Way, $20 Dinner available, Everyone welcome. Bring a friend. Speaker Portland entrepreneur, Allen Alley. Topic; PERS, the elephant in the room, strangling Oregon. Come hear his ideas on how to contain, eliminate or bury this 900 pound gorilla.

Tuesday, January 23, 2018 - ballots due for Measure 101. As you can already see and hear, the supporters of this tax have unlimited funds to advertise and tout their message. Remember, we gathered 80,000 signatures to bring it to the people for a vote. Let's support our Conservative friends and vote NO on Health Care Sales Tax # 101. Even the liberal Oregonian urged a NO vote!!!

Saturday, January 27, 2018, Western Liberty Network's 7th Annual Leadership Conference & Expo at Tigard Embassy Suites, 9000 S.W Washington Square Rd., Tigard, Oregon. 9 am, w/lunch $49.99 and w/o lunch $24.99. Featured speakers include Stephen Moore of the Heritage Institute. Sarc Hunt, Bobbie Jager, Noah Wall and many Oregon State notables leading training sessions. For tickets; www.westernlibertynetwork.org

Saturday, February 3, 2018, Holiday Inn Airport, Portland, A rally to support fiscal responsibility, life, public safety, family values and religious liberty. Registration opens at 11 am, Admission $45. Including lunch. Under 16 -- free. Featured speakers include Sheriff David Clarke Jr., Dana Loesch, Joseph Infranco and Congressman Greg Walden. A not- to- be missed event for all. RSVP 503-257-0444 or visit www.oregonlibertyalliance.com

Monday, February 5, 2018, Opening of Oregon's short 45 day Legislative Session in Salem. Remember, your Representative or Senator is just a phone call or e-mail away to contact. Saturday, February 10, 2018, Clackamas County Lincoln Day Dinner, Oregon City Elks Lodge 610 McLaughlin Blvd., Oregon City. Tickets $75. - Table at $600. - VIP Reception $180. Dinner and Silent & Oral Auctions included. Speakers scheduled are Victoria Taft, Sen. Kim Thatcher and Andria Tupola, candidate for Governor of Hawaii. For more information and tickets contact Linda Neace 503-913-4473. www.Clackamasrepublicans.org or neace26@gmail.com

Status of Boring, Oregon Vietnam Memorial Project has almost been fully funded. Only $3400. Additional is needed to complete this project on time for a May 2018 Dedication Ceremony. Can you help with additional dollars to make this happen? Contact Steve Bates, 503-663-6271, or mail to Boring Oregon Foundation, P.O. Box 1448, Boring, Oregon, 97009.

A BIG THANK YOU to everyone participating in our Annual Christmas Auction Fund Raiser. Total receipts to date are $906. ! ! ! Mt. Hood Republican Women will be able to help many more during 2018. Special thanks are sent to Sen. Chuck Thomsen for his auction article explanation expertise, delicious apples and generous check and to Rep. Bill Kennemer and his wife, Cherie, for participating.

Our Mt. Hood Republican Women's Membership Booklet will be available at our February 14, 2018 meeting. To be included 2018 dues of either $25. Regular membership or $15. Associate membership must be received no later than February 10. Please mail to Treasurer Billie Goodwin, 13030 NE Couch St., Portland, Oregon 97230-2538 or President Clarice Moss, PO Box 635, Boring, Oregon 97009.

Many of our members have been hospital patients due to colds, pneumonia, flu and broken bones. Please take care when venturing outside during our ice and snow events or when visiting public places with crowds. Take your vitamins and stay warm. Extra prayers are sent to those still suffering in hopes of a speedy recovery.

Did you know Oregon along with Colorado, Florida and N. Carolina are projected to gain an additional U. S. House Seat after the 2020 Census? Texas will gain 2 seats!

New Historical Film recommended to be seen, "Darkest Hour" about England's Prime Minister Winston Churchill at the onset of W.W. II. Check www.darkesthourtickets.com for information.

Here's to a more gentle Winter and success for the new Tax plan. Take care and stay well,

Clarice Moss
President of the Mt. Hood Republican Women
claricemoss@yahoo.com, 503-658-5227