CHANGE TO MONTHLY MEETING SCHEDULE

As our the calendar section of our website indicates, we have moved our monthly meeting for only this month to Thursday, September 23rd at 6:30pm.  Please check the website for event details.  Newspapers have a lag time that we can not control.  We have moved the date from the 21st to the 23rd because some of our members have another meeting that they are hosting and we do not want to impede on the wonderful impact they are having.  This has been a very busy time for our group and we are jamming in as much as we can. Sorry for any inconvenience this may have caused people.

We appreciate your time, your sacrifice and your love of country!

This is your last call for the buses to Restoring Honor.

Hello Patriots!   This is your last call for the buses to Restoring Honor.  We have two buses ready to roll and the only thing missing is you, your friends, family, co-workers, the butcher, the baker and the candlestick maker!  This is looking like it’s going to be a MAJOR event.  The organizers are telling people NOT to drive to the event as there will be almost no parking available near the event site.  Also, if you were at the 9/12 event last year, you know that it took HOURS for people to get into the city via the metro, and people were stranded on the bridges in buses and cars throughout the entire day AND we had to start the march 2 hours a head of time because the crowd was so large.

We’re getting ready to close the buses, so if you or someone you know is thinking about going, the time is now to get your money in.  No payment, no seat.  Rooms are also running low, so it’s imperative that you act NOW!

Attached is a handout for the event.  Please feel free to pass in on to anyone and everyone you know, or even complete strangers, if they want to go!  We want to get as many patriots there as possible so Washington knows we’re NOT fooling around and we ARE paying attention!

Bus transportation: $105 per person.  Buses leave from the Home Depot in Pooler off I-95 on Friday August 27th at 7:00am and return on Sunday, August 29th at approximately 8:00pm.  Please send your payment for the bus ASAP.  No refunds as the buses have been hired.  Make checks payable to Elizabeth Mancha, and mail to 16 Marina Dr., Savannah, GA  31411.

Hotel Accommodations: We will be staying at the Capitol Hyatt:  $110 + taxes – Please click here to reserve your room.  This is a great rate for a great hotel and great location.  There are many people looking to share rooms, so if you don’t have a roommate yet, please let us know and we’ll do our best to get you in touch with each other.  The hotel features an indoor pool, fitness center, bar, restaurant, and walking distance to Capitol.   They also have a buffet breakfast for an additional charge.  You can share your room with other patriots to save money and have fun!  Again, please let us know that you’re looking for a roommate and we’ll do our best.

Buses will pick us up at the hotel on the morning of the event and will return us to the hotel afterward.  We will not be able to transport those who do not ride up with us to and from the event.

We have meetings on the 13^th of each month at Logan’s Roadhouse on Abercorn.  They generally start at 6:00ish and they are open to the public.  It’s a great opportunity to meet other people in the group, as well as many who are traveling with us in August and September.  We will also distribute a detailed overview of the trip, what to bring, what to expect, etc.

Please call me with any comments, questions, requests, etc. 912.596.5267.

Thanks to everyone who continues to fight for freedom and the foundation on which this great country was founded!

Elizabeth Mancha

With a November Election Looming Large – The People Return!

With a November Election Looming Large – The People Return!

Last year we rallied at the steps of the Capitol with 1.7 millions of our closest friends from across the country!  This year there will be TWO days of activities!  If you missed it last year, you know you missed out on history in the making.  Don’t let this opportunity to send DC a message go by this year!

September 11

8:45 – 10:30am 9-11 Memorial Ceremony

11:00am -1:00pm March

1:00 -5:00pm March on DC Rally

10:00am – Noon One Nation Back to God Devotional

September 12

10:00am Nondenominational Service at The Washington Monument

12:00pm March from Freedom Plaza down Pennsylvania Ave. to the Capitol

2:00pm Rally begins at the Capitol

5:00pm Rally ends at the Capitol

Bus transportation: $115 per person.  Buses leave on Friday September 10th at 7:00am and return on Monday, September 13th at approximately 8:00pm.  Payment must be received by August 15th.  No refunds once buses are hired.  Make checks payable to Elizabeth Mancha, and mail to 16 Marina Dr., Savannah, GA  31411.

http://13thcolonypatriots.com/smf13cp/index.php?topic=57.0

Hotel Accommodations: Renaissance Washington DC

Rate: $129.00 a night pus applicable taxes.

999 Ninth Street, NW

Washington, DC 20001

Hotel Reservation Link: Renaissance Washington DC

Within walking distance to the Washington Monument – Less than 1 mile.  Located directly across from the Washington Convention Center in the heart of downtown DC, the Renaissance Washington, DC Downtown Hotel is ideal for experiencing the history and culture of the nation’s capital. The hotel is conveniently situated in the Penn Quarter district, between Capitol Hill and the White House.  It is just a few blocks from the Verizon Center, the Spy Museum, Chinatown, National Portrait Gallery and the world-famous National Mall monuments.

Marriott Wardman Park Hotel

Rate: $99.00 a night plus applicable taxes

2660 Woodley Road NW

Washington DC, 20008

Hotel Reservation Link: Marriott Wardman Park Hotel

2.5 miles from the Washington Monument – metro station is only 300 yards (Woodley Park Zoo).  Discover the perfect balance of landmark charm, modern sophistication, and a historic setting at the Washington Marriott Wardman Park Hotel- a classic-favorite choice among downtown Washington, DC hotels. Spanning 16 lush acres of flowering plants and meticulously maintained gardens, this inviting downtown DC luxury hotel boasts a storied guest list of U.S. Presidents and dignitaries.  Unwind in the outdoor heated pool. Just minutes from the National Zoo and National Cathedral, this luxury hotel in downtown Washington, DC is a showcase of grand tradition

All arrangements should be made ASAP as space is limited and this will likely be a very well attended two day rally.  Please call with any comments, questions, requests, etc. 912.596.5267.

Glenn Becks 8/28 Event

Also, we’re ready to send out an announcement for the 8/28 event.  To make things easy on us, I’m hoping to only use one hotel which is is the Hyatt at $110 a night (people can share a room with up to 3 other people) .

I checked hotels outside the downtown area (in Springfield, VA) in hopes of getting a lower rate and found the opposite to be true, but that was a while ago. If you want to check them again, feel free to do that.  The hotels we have used before are Courtyard Springfield 703-924-7200, Motel 6 703-644-5311 and Best Western 703-922.6100.  Feel free to conact others in that area.  I’d like to get this info out to people quickly, and at the latest Friday.

This is what is ready to be emailed out.  Please feel free to edit as you like:

RESTORING HONOR

On August 28, 2010, come be a part of history by joining Glenn Beck at the steps of the Lincoln Memorial for the Restoring Honor Rally. This is a non-political fundraiser for the Special Operations Warrior Foundation. This non-profit provides support and assistance to the families of wounded and fallen special operations personnel.  This includes 60,000 of America’s elite troops such as Navy SEALs, Army Green Berets and Rangers, Air Force combat controllers and Marine Corps special operators.

Come join Glenn, Sarah Palin, Jo Dee Messina and Marcus Luttrell at the steps of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C. on August 28, 2010 for the Restoring Honor Rally from 10:00am to 1:00pm. This non-political, non-partisan event will recognize our First Amendment rights and honor the service members who fight to protect those freedoms.

Bus transportation: $105 per person.  Buses leave from the Home Depot in Pooler off I-95 on Friday August 27th at 7:00am and return on Sunday, August 29th at approximately 8:00pm.  Payment must be received by July 31th.  No refunds once buses are hired.  Make checks payable to Elizabeth Mancha, and mail to 16 Marina Dr., Savannah, GA  31411.

Hotel Accommodations:  We will be staying at the Capitol Hyatt:  $110 + taxes – Please follow this link to reserve your room .

If you’d rather call in your reservation, please use Discount code/Event Name “Mom for America”, phone: 202-737-1234.  The hotel

Indoor pool, fitness center, bar, restaurant, walking distance to Capitol.  You can share your room with other patrtiots to save money and have fun!

Use this link to order t-shirts for the Restoring Honor event .

ALL ARRANGEMENTS SHOULD BE MADE ASAP as space is limited.

13TH COLONY PATRIOTS CELEBRATES 4TH OF JULY

13^TH COLONY PATRIOTS CELEBRATES 4^TH OF JULY

AND 1 YEAR ANNIVERSARY

WITH SOME FAMILY-FRIENDLY FUN

13th COLONY PATRIOTS is proud to host an American Patriots Celebration on Sunday, July 4th from 2:00-5:00pm at the lakeside pavilion at the Bamboo Farm and Coastal Gardens, 2 Canebrake Road, Savannah, just off Highway 17.

Enjoy an afternoon celebrating what makes America great with your family, friends and neighbors!  A patriotic rally and dramatic reading of the Declaration of Independence kick off the picnic, games and fun!  This is a family-friendly event and is open to the public, rain or shine.  Please bring your drink and a covered dish.  Hamburgers, hot dogs and chicken will be provided.  Everyone is invited to join the fun as DJ, Bob McEwen, spins songs from the 50s and 60s along with country, beach and patriotic music!  Please join us and meet some excited, exciting and fun folks!

Donations ahead of time are greatly appreciated.  We need to cover the cost of renting this spectacular location and food expenses.  If you can’t donate, don’t worry!  Show up anyway and bring a friend!

We’ll have use of their full commercial kitchen and air conditioned restrooms.  Bring whatever you need to prepare, cook, and/or serve your dish.  We already have plates, napkins, utensils, condiments, and baked beans so need to worry about that.

We need hamburger rolls, hot dog rolls, chopped onions, cheese, salads and sides, pies, watermelon or whatever else you love to eat!  Decoration committee, anyone?  We’re also in need of bases for patriot games.  Set up starts at 1:00pm.  Call Elizabeth and let her know what you can bring 912.596.5267.

Please call or email us to let us know you’ll be there and we’ll look forward to celebrating the 4^th with you!

Also, Jeff and Alice Barnes have graciously invited us to their home in Richmond Hill to enjoy more fun, food, drink and fireworks!  Directions available upon request.

ACTION ITEMS

ACTION ITEMS

EPA Power Grab/Cap and Tax

Call your senators and ask them to support the Murkowski Resolution.  It is a bipartisan effort that would stop the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) plan to enact massive energy regulations under the Clean Air Act.  This backdoor cap and trade scheme would regulate carbon emissions like CO2 and be administered by unelected bureaucrats.  That means sky-high energy costs and lost American jobs as industry moves overseas.  The Murkowski Resolution would stop this EPA power grab and it needs our support.  A vote will be held on Thursday, June 10th and our senators need to hear from us.  This is an important vote that could save jobs and set the stage for the big ‘cap and tax’ showdown this summer.  http://www.senate.gov/general/contact_information/senators_cfm.cfm

Link to article http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2010/jun/8/senate-set-for-showdown-on-epa-climate-push/?utm_source=Newsletter&utm_medium=Email&utm_campaign=Heritage%2BHotsheet

Monthly Meeting

Sunday, June 13^th, 6:00pm, Logan’s Roadhouse on Abercorne.  Please confirm your attendance.  We have lots to discuss, share and plan, and we can’t do it without you!

NEWS

National Debt

The U.S. debt will top $13.6 trillion this year and climb to an estimated $19.6 trillion by 2015, according to a Treasury Department report to Congress!  Read more:  http://www.reuters.com/article/idUSN088462520100608

Protecting Our Shores

Hopeful news from www.spillfighters.com .

“Jobs” Bill Looming

Democrats on Tuesday moved within striking distance of the votes needed for passage of a long-delayed jobs and economic relief bill.  Read more: http://www.politico.com/news/stories/0610/38291.html?utm_source=Newsletter&utm_medium=Email&utm_campaign=Heritage%2BHotsheet#ixzz0qMdbWATV

Constitutional Protections

“The Commerce Clause of the U.S. Constitution cannot be used to compel people who, under Virginia law, are not obligated to buy insurance, Attorney General Ken Cuccinelli argues in a 41-page response to the federal government. In U.S. District Court in Richmond yesterday, Cuccinelli’s office filed its response to the federal government’s motion to dismiss the attorney general’s lawsuit against President Barack Obama’s health-care reform legislation. ‘If the government prevails, and Congress may use the Commerce Clause to order Americans to buy private health insurance, then Congress will have been granted a virtually unlimited power to order you to buy anything,’ Cuccinelli said in a statement after his office filed the response.” – Richmond Times Dispatch

Budget Cuts Are Possible http://paracom.paramountcommunication.com/ct/4299710:6416622533:m:1:176603084:58DB4793AD8964AA89C2857A263F9693

Constitution Education

The Coastal Empire Constitution Party is offering classes on the Constitution at 7:00pm on June 10^th at the IHOP, 1800 East Victory Drive, Savannah.  The co-hosts of the class are Bob Maclaurin and John Rigby.

13^th Colony Patriots supports other Georgia Tea Party Groups Statement on

Illegal Immigration

13^th Colony Patriots along with Georgia Tea Party Patriots and other Tea Party groups, supports legal immigration and applauds those who desire to be Americans and follow the legal channels to achieve that dream, but strongly opposes illegal immigration and rejects any immigration reform bill granting amnesty.

Although we realize that many immigrants who are here illegally have come to make a living for their families, it is unfair to reward those who are breaking our laws when so many others follow America‘s immigration policies in their quest to live and prosper in America.  Amnesty would punish those who adhere to the existing procedures.

The economic impact of undocumented workers places an enormous strain on government services.  Our borders must also be secure for national security purposes. Persons in this country illegally and unscreened, pose a great security risk.

Due to the fact that most illegal immigrants have a low income level (and are generally not taxed) they qualify for public assistance programs.  Imagine adding 12 million new members to the welfare and healthcare systems in this country.  In addition, their lack of education puts a tremendous strain on our resources where they have become dependent on state and federal programs for health, tax-payer-funded education, food, and shelter.

Once granted citizenship (either through amnesty or through the normal channels), they have the right to bring over additional family members, adding even more members to the welfare rolls.  No level of government, due to the current economic conditions, can afford this increasing burden.

A study conducted by the Heritage Foundation in 2007 showed the net cost of retirement benefits only when those granted amnesty reach retirement age to be an additional $2.6 trillion.

We support fiscal responsibility at all levels of government. Therefore, we strongly oppose any legislation granting amnesty to persons in the United States illegally.

We understand that no government can withstand the financial strain that those who are here illegally have put on our financial resources and national security.  As such, we stand in solidarity with Arizona and encourage our legislators to pass a similar law in Georgia.

CITIES BOYCOTTING ARIZONA

When planning your next family vacation, business deal, company expansion or relocation, please remember which cities in America are boycotting Arizona because of its stand to protect our borders and keep Arizona citizens safer.

The following cities are either forbidding their employees from traveling to Arizona, or are calling for a general boycott of Arizona. Some are even calling for a ban on any future contracts with the state.
San Francisco, CA
St. Paul, MN
Oakland, CA
Los Angeles, CA
San Diego, CA
West Hollywood, CA
Long Island Wins, NY
Denver, CO Public School District Board
Boulder, CO
Boston, MA
Sacramento, CA – Mayor initially called for boycott
El Paso, TX
Los Angeles, CA
Austin, TX
Seattle, WA
Pasadena, CA – Not technically a boycott, but a resolution of condemnation

REMINDERS

You have until June 21^st to register to vote.  Please make sure that you are registered to vote and check you voter status by visiting http://www.sos.georgia.gov/MVP/Login.aspx

TEA PARTY RALLIES

TEA PARTY RALLIES

South Carolina

When:  Tuesday, June 1st, 5:15pm

Where:  outside the Bluffton Library, 120 Palmetto Way, Bluffton, SC, 843-757-1519

Why:  Well, good o’l Lindsey “Amnesty Grahmnesty” will be having an event there.  We think he needs to be reminded of his job duties and who he really reports to!  Should be interesting to see if he gets another chance to do the RIGHT thing or if he gets sent home in November!  You know the drill – get there early if you want seating, bring your signs, have questions ready and stay on message!

For more information contact teapartybluffton@live.com.

Georgia

When:  Saturday, June 5^th, 11:30am – 1:30pm

Where:  in front of St Mary’s City Hall, 418 Osborne Street, St. Marys, GA

Why:  As many of you know, one of our fellow Patriots from Camden County, Jason Spenser is running for State Representative District 147.  Well, it seems like the incumbent is shaking in her boots and is calling out the big guns to help her keep her seat.  She will be holding a rally at the river front that day and we need let her know that she should start packing and that those who do not serve the public interest will be replaced!

Representative Hill has recruited some very powerful friends to help save her campaign at a rally in St. Mary’s:

• Rep. David Ralston (Blue Ridge), Speaker of the House.  Served 6 years in the Senate.  Served 8 years in the House. (Total years, 14)
• Rep. Jan Jones (Alpharetta), Speaker Pro Tem, who some consider the “most powerful woman in the legislature.” Served 7 years
• Rep. Ron Stephens (Savannah), Chair of the Economic Development & Tourism. Served 13 years
• Rep. Lynn Smith (Newman), Chair of Natural Resources & Environment. Served 13 years.
• Rep. Jerry Keen (St. Simons), House Majority Leader.  Served 10 years.
• Rep. Penny Houston (Nashville, GA), Vice-Pres of the Appropriations Committee/ Human Resources.  Served 13 years.

This rally is hosted by the Camden County Tea Party and they need YOU!  We must show up in overwhelming support to tell the Establishment that “We the People” of Georgia will take our country back!   For further information, please call Melaney Spencer at (404) 483-6893 or email www.spencer4hirega@gmail.com

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State Senatorial Debate (District 3)

State Senatorial Debate (District 3)

sponsored by the Golden Isles and Camden County Tea Parties

Jekyll Island Convention Center

Hartley Auditorium

Tuesday, April 20th, 6:30pm

(doors open at 5:30pm to meet with Candidates)
Candidates Terry Carter and William Ligon

Multi-Format Debate including

• Panelists Questions
• Cross-Questioning
• Audience Submitted Questions

Gubernatorial candidates Ray McBerry and Otis Putnam will also be speaking and they, as well as other Gubernatorial campaigns, will be available for information.

FREE ADMISSION

(snacks will be available for purchase)

For more information contact Dawn Forbes at goldenislesteaparty@gmail.com or Jason Spencer at camdenteaparty@gmail.com

April 13th Meeting Summary

* April 15th – DC trip discussion. Events @ 9:00 Ronald Reagan Bldg. Rally 10:00 – 1:00 Freedom Plaza (Tea Party Express); 5:45 – 9:30 Rally (details keep changing – stay tuned).
* Savannah Tax Day rally Rousakis Plaza on River Street 12:00 – 2:00.
* No Gubernatorial debate on April 20th. Is a state representative debate instead
* Events Committee – Consider 4th of July event to possibly celebrate
* Would like to develop an issues team to watch issues. Please let Elizabeth know if you are interested. Issues include:
+ Immigration
+ Cap & Trade
+ Education
+ National ID check
+ National Health Corps
+ Repeal and Replace/Health Care
* Candidate analysis team has been researching information – still need volunteers to help with this. 1 group – reviewing voting records (data driven records); Probably make documentation public by end of May. Email scottsouthwick@mindspring.com if you are interested in helping review the records. There is another group who will be interviewing candidates – need status of this effort.
* Voter registration ends June 21st (or thereabouts). Remind conservative people who may not be registered – need to do voter registration drives
* Elizabeth – To Do: she’ll send a form for you to complete to fill out your voting precinct.
* Elizabeth – To Do: Get with Canady on our organization type.
* Elizabeth – To Do: send request for committee interest.
* In process of doing a logo – will get shirts printed.
* September trip – leave Friday 9/10 and return Sunday 9/12. Elizabeth will provide the events team the list and has asked them to pick the hotel
* Next meeting is on the May 13th .