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GOP Town Chair Training – February 23rd

The 603 Alliance will present a 2-part online training series on how to be an effective GOP town committee chair, starting on Tuesday, February 23rd from 7:00-8:30 PM.

Topics for session #1 include starting a committee,  legal requirements, recruiting members, holding effective meetings, and  strategies for getting your message out.

The second session will take place on Thursday, March 4th and will focus on fundraising, candidate recruitment, and planning for victory in 2022 and beyond.

To register for session #1, click here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUqdOCrqzIuGNeoCqyKuRfRzn7ckkurvLQR

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

The 603 Alliance Endorses Stepanek and Tucker for Re-Election

The Board of Directors of the 603 Alliance unanimously and wholeheartedly endorses Stephen Stepanek and Pamela Tucker as Chairman and Vice-Chairman, respectively, of the New Hampshire State Republican Committee, in the upcoming election on January 23.

Since taking over the helm of the N.H. State GOP in January of 2018, Stepanek and Tucker have worked tirelessly to provide extensive support and leadership, which resulted in the formation of numerous new Town Committees, a smooth operation of the state party’s business, and a record number of candidates recruited for the 2020 elections, despite the hardships presented by the Covid-19 pandemic.

In addition, a significant new position was established on the Executive Committee, which broadened the communication between the E-Board and the grassroots of the NH-GOP.   Similar action to reach out to all party members resulted in an increase in member participation, despite the necessity for holding many events virtually.  The inclusion of grassroots groups in NH-GOP operations had a very positive effect.

The clear manifestations for the increased efforts by Stepanek and Tucker were obvious in the election results.  New Hampshire was the only state in the entire Country that flipped both the N.H. State House and the State Senate to Republican control.

Another keen indication of the work accomplished by this hard-working team was the record-breaking total of monies raised during the past year to support the Republican candidates and promote the Republican agenda in New Hampshire.

Stepanek and Tucker have been strong supporters of President Trump.  At a time when many of our national Republican leaders have shied away from taking a firm stand against election fraud, our current NHGOP leaders have shown that they are willing to stand on principles and back President Trump.

The 603 Alliance endorses Stepanek and Tucker without reservation and we look forward to another two years of excellent leadership from this stellar team.

Running for Local Office? Part 2 of Training is this Thursday

Last Thursday, we held the first of a 2-part series on running for local office in NH. In session 1, we talked about how local government works in New Hampshire, what to expect when serving in various local offices, and how to file for your candidacy.

This coming Thursday, January 14 at 7 PM, we will hold our second session, which will cover timelines & important events, getting help and support for your candidacy, and how to run an effective campaign.

Participation is open to registered Republicans. This event is free, but pre-registration is required. Register here.  Space is limited, so early registration is encouraged.

Run for Local Office: 603 Alliance Training Starts Jan. 7

Good government starts at the local level. Do you want to keep taxes low? Prevent wasteful spending? Fight for quality education? This January, please consider filing to run for local office!

By running for local offices such as Select Board, School Board, Budget Committee, or similar positions, you can have a positive impact on your local community, develop relationships, and build name recognition; which can be helpful if you choose to run for higher office in the future.

On Thursday, January 7th and Thursday, January 14th, the 603 Alliance will present a FREE two-part training session on running for local office. Even if you’re not sure about running, please consider joining us to learn more about local government and how you can help get good candidates elected.

Both sessions will be presented online (via Zoom) and will last approximately 60 to 90 minutes each.

  • In session one (Thursday, January 7th at 7:00 PM), participants will learn how local government works in New Hampshire, what to expect when serving in various local offices, and how to file for your candidacy.
  • In session two (Thursday, January 14th at 7:00 PM), participants will learn about timelines & important events, getting help and support for your candidacy, and how to run an effective campaign.

Participation is open to registered Republicans. This event is free, but pre-registration is required.  Register on Eventbrite.

July 30th: 603 Alliance Issues Briefing for Candidates

On Thursday July 30th, the 603 Alliance will hold our Issues Briefing for Candidates from 5:30 to 9:00 PM.  Subject-matter experts will speak about a range of topics, from 2nd Amendment to economic policy, voter fraud, and more.

This is a great opportunity for candidates to develop a better understanding of issues from a legislative perspective.

This event is open to all GOP candidates, but an invitation is required.  For more information and to request an invitation, contact info@603alliance.org.

REGISTER NOW FOR Candidate Training July 11-12

The 603 Alliance will be holding another two-day training for Republican State Rep candidates on July 11-12 from 9 AM-4 PM (both days) in Ashland, NH.  The training will cover the fundamentals of running a successful campaign for State Rep. Our first training event in Manchester was full to capacity, and received very positive reviews from candidates.

The training is open to qualified Republican candidates.  All participants must complete a survey before being accepted to participate. Space is limited, and will be made available on a first-come first-served basis.

This training is part of a larger project called Initiative ’20, which began in late March with a series of weekly online training sessions that has continued through the coronavirus shutdown. The training in Ashland will be the second in-person event of the year.  Subsequent events (both online and in person) will include additional training opportunities, issues briefings, campaign coaching, and regular conference calls for candidates.

The 603 Alliance invites State Rep candidates who to apply to participate in our Initiative ’20 program.  To request a survey, e-mail info@603alliance.org.