School Board Votes Tonight

Tonight our Board of Education will vote on a 4% hike in the district's tax levy. As you know, our local schools already have more than enough money; what they need is better management. And in these hard economic times -- particularly as we're still recovering from Hurricane Sandy -- a tax hike is the last thing Hoboken needs. (For more information on tonight's vote, read this insightful letter from former board member Maureen Sullivan.) 

So if your schedule permits, come out tonight and express your opposition to higher taxes. Tell the board enough is enough: It's time for them to pare down spending!

What: Public Hearing on the 2013-2014 Budget 
Where: Board of Education (1115 Clinton Street)
When: Tonight (Wednesday, March 27, 7:00 PM)

Don't miss this chance to let your voice be heard! If for any reason you can't make it tonight, please consider e-mailing the board right now. 

On to victory!

A Luta Continua...

The results of the presidential election -- as well as many U.S. Senate races -- were disappointing indeed. Thankfully, we've retained control of the U.S. House -- with Paul Ryan still there as a voice of fiscal sanity.

Locally, we have two contests that are "too close to call." If you've already requested to do so, it's not too late to vote by fax or e-mail. You still have until 8 PM Friday to return your ballot. (For details, click here.)

If you can still vote, we fully endorse our fellow Hoboken Republican, Liz Markevitch, for school board. Additionally, please vote "yes" on local question #2.

And rest assured that, win or lose, we'll continue to raise the banner of reform-minded conservatism right here in the Square Mile City. Thanks so much for your continued support.

We hope you are safe and warm. As our city slowly mends from last week's storm, Election Day is Tuesday, November 6. Polls open from 6 AM to 8 PM. If you are currently displaced, the state has made it easier to vote (for details, click here).

Needless to say, we proudly stand with Mitt Romney for President and Paul Ryan for Vice President. After four years of decline, it's time for a new course.

We also have some important local contests that will affect your wallet, your kids, and your quality of life. 

For school board, we are fortunate to have a true conservative in the race: Liz Markevitch. She knows that our district schools have more than enough money; what they need is reform. Liz trusts parents, and welcomes competition. She therefore views charter schools -- and even vouchers -- as part of the solution, not some kind of existential threat.   

Finally, make sure to vote "yes" on local question #2. This proposal would reform our city's draconian rent control laws. For more information on this crucial issue, please visit our friends at hobokenmsta.org.

On to victory!

Join us tonight (Wednesday, October 24) for drinks and lively conversation with fellow Hoboken Republican Liz Markevitch. She's running for school board. 

What: Meet Liz Markevitch, Candidate for School Board
Where: Willie McBride's (616 Grand Street, Hoboken, New Jersey)
When: Wednesday, October 24, 7:30 PM

Tonight's event will additionally feature outgoing Republican school board trustee Maureen Sullivan. For the past three years, Maureen has often served as the board's lone voice of education reform and fiscal sanity. We fully expect Liz to carry that mantle after she wins this November!

This vitally important election will affect your kids and your wallet. So don't miss this chance to ask your questions and share your concerns.

For more details, or to RSVP, click here. 

Today marks the eleventh anniversary of the 9/11 attacks. Our city lost many residents on that horrific day. May those victims rest in peace, and may God's love comfort their families.

As a nation, we'll never forget. And we must never surrender.  

Polls Close 8:00 PM

Today, June 5, is Primary Day. The polls are now open; and they close at 8:00 PM. So please turn out and vote your conscience. Our recommendations for two races follow:

For Congress: "Write In" Tony Zanowic. Although his name isn't on the ballot, Tony has been mounting a determined write-in campaign for the party's nomination. He's not part of anyone's political machine, nor is he anyone's puppet. Which means he's free to fight for what's right. Rest assured that Tony is the real deal: If nominated, he will stand proudly on conservative principle. So if you desire "a choice, not an echo," please write in Tony Zanowic's name. To learn more, visit zanowic.com.

For County Committee: Vote Column J (Hoboken Republicans for Unbossed Leadership). As you may know, Hudson County's official party committee has been infiltrated and overrun by the Democrat Machine. The candidates running under Column J are genuine Republicans, and we endorse them wholeheartedly. If you don't see a Column J Committeeman or Woman in your district, consider "writing in" your own name!

Thanks so much for consideration. As always, we'd love to hear from you. You can reach us via info [at] hobokenrepublicans [dot] com or connect with us on Facebook.

On to victory!