Yesterday we held the Rally to the Right and many people were involved in making it happen.

Our volunteers - Thanks to Leanne King for staying the course and leading the volunteers through a misty afternoon.  She is a real trooper for always smiling when the sun isn't.  We are blessed to have Leanne as our Volunteer Coordinator and hope you will join her Patriot Army and get involved in all our events.

Carole McManus who is always quietly setting things up and making sure it all comes together.  She is the quiet soul of the First Coast Tea Party and diligently pushes forward to help anyone who needs help.  

All Community Leaders - A special thank you to those who promoted the event, showed up to help and encouraged people to join their groups so we can 'occupy' all the neighborhoods in North Florida.

Murray Goff - For his set up of the sound and staging.  He lent us his sound equipment, his expertise and his voice to the movement.  He has been a strong voice for FCTP since day one and we are blessed to have him.

Debbie Lee and the Tea are the World Musicians - thank you for 'singing in the rain' and filling the attendees with soul music.  Thank you also to Let Freedom Sing who is always willing to lead us in our favorite songs.

Speakers - To those who traveled far and those who came across by car.  All of you were amazing story tellers and your experiences are now ours.  We love that you love America and are willing to stand behind a podium and tell it like it is.  (For those who wish to purchase speaker books - contact our office at 904-683-3945 and we will help make that happen.)  

Poll Project Team - Your passion about ensuring North Florida polling places does not have Fraud in them is heart-warming.  It is good to know that you have seen the truth and are willing to work hard to ensure True the Vote in North Florida.  You have set the stage and now we need to sign up and our part.  For those of you who still wish to sign up as a volunteer in the Poll Project, please contact our office at 904-683-3945 and do it now.  WE NEED YOU

Sweet Treats - Thank you to those who brought sweets to the table.  My favorite showed up - peanut butter with a chocolate kiss in the center!  Yummy!

Zamar Owner - Andy -- thank you for letting us use your property for our event.  It is nice to have a place where we can cuddle up in our blankets with fellow patriots and watch the large flag flying in the breeze.  Thank you too to Tools for Time who donated the flag for the event.

Donors - We had some hand us checks last night and we are so thankful for your donation.  Hugs were given in return!.  If you did not get a hug and want to donate - let us know and we'll be glad to meet up with  you, pick up a check and give a hug in return.  Due to the rain, we had a smaller showing than anticipated but our expenses were just the same as if the larger group had been there.  Please consider sending a check made payable to First Coast Tea Party, 11437 Central Parkway, Suite 107, Jacksonville, FL 32216 or donate online at www.firstcoastteaparty.org.  

Needs moving forward -- Please see below a list of needs and call our office and let us know what you can do to help - (904) 683-3945

1.  Poll Project/Get out the Vote volunteers

2.  Research candidates

3.  Be a reporter for the city council meetings, school board meetings, and mayor's office.  We have a new BIG project coming soon where our tea party can actually report the local news and it will be seen on TV.  If you have good speaking abilities and are not afraid to be in front of a camera - let us know.  We will hold auditions soon for this new role -- which is unfortunately unpaid a this time.  

4.  Campaigns are calling us to see if anyone would like to work - either paid or volunteer - in their campaigns.  If you are interested, contact our office and let us know which campaign you would like to work on.  This does not mean we are endorsing any candidates - just passing along the information to you should you desire to do so.

5.  We are holding a Newt Town Hall next week.  We need VOLUNTEERS for this event.  Greeters, Parking Attendees, and set up/tear down support.  Please contact nonny2angels@comcast.net

SPEAKING OF UPCOMING EVENTS:  PLEASE TAKE A LOOK AT THE ATTACHED DOCUMENT FOR ALL THE UPCOMING EVENTS AND THERE ARE MANY.      See it here:  Upcoming Events

Again, thank you to all and if I missed anyone - please forgive me.