Thanks to those who sent in feedback! Here is some of the feedback that we received.

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Hi, Largely agree with overall Republican policies - this county moved me right of center having been raised as a liberal Dem in NY.

I appreciate your optimism re Republicans but this will always be a Dem County and it’s getting worse …. Jawando worse than Elrich etc

It seems to make more sense - at least in the short term - to switch to vote Democrat in the primaries to at least get someone more centrist - aka Friedson for the most recent County Exec. Wells is great - but has no chance … I literally messaged Friedson to ask if he would support her - but no - he is of course part of the Dem machine .   The low primary turnout by Dems gave him a chance - especially if Rs and Is temporarily switched .

Your thoughts

Congratulations America!

Congratulations my friends, we made it! From 1776 to 2026 - a great reason to celebrate.

Benjamin Franklin said it best "You have a Republic - if you can keep it!" And we have, the first, the best, for over two centuries.

  On behalf of the Republican Party, our hard working Clubs, our great Candidates, and all your friends and neighbors, I wish you a Happy Independence Day.

It's a well-deserved holiday, although many are troubled by partisanship, disagreements and personal struggles we are overwhelmingly proud to be Americans. More unites us than divides us. Like you, I'm so glad to live here in the greatest country on the planet.

Tell me your story:

• Are you here many generations or a recent immigrant?
• Do you have story of struggle, of poverty, of success?
• What does religious, racial, cultural or gender have to do with your American values?
• Do you believe in the two-party system, free enterprise and abundance?
• Do you have a favorite Independence Day story? HERE'S MINE

Tell us your American story.

Write to me at [email protected] 

YOU HAVE A REPUBLIC - IF YOU CAN KEEP IT!

I hope to see you soon!

Dennis Melby

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   Come Celebrate the 250th Anniversary of American Freedom with us!

On July 8, at 7:00 pm, in Clubhouse One, the Chesapeake Room, The Republican Club will hold a party to honor the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 1776, which established the independence of the 13 American colonies from Great Britain. Members are asked to please bring their favorite foods to share with other attendees. It promises to be fun! Be prepared for a trivia quiz on the particulars of the Declaration of Independence!

Our invited speaker will add to the importance of the festivities. Come and meet Dolores Reyes, who is running for the Register of Wills position. Her goals are to make the probate process easier to understand, faster to navigate, and more accessible to every resident. She also supports community education to protect families, and she plans to offer compassionate public service.

Join us on July 8, at 7:00 pm, to party and celebrate the 250 years of American freedom through the signing of the Declaration of Independence. For more information about the Club, email Secretary Maria Dudish at [email protected]. Donations are being accepted for the Club’s communication fund for midterm elections: mail to RCLW, POB 12293, Silver Spring, MD, 20908.

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