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Citizens for the
California Republic (CFCR) was founded to
to restore
the fundamental American
principle of freedom in
California’s political debate.
CFCR’s mission is to expand,
mobilize, inform, focus and
animate this dedicated activist
base to influence the public
policy debate. CFCR’s large base
of supporters gives it a
considerable head-start to
develop ballot initiatives.
  Voice
of the Opposition
A principle
mission of CFCR is to provide a
forum for articulate conservatives
to influence the public policy
debate. CFCR will maintain a
user-friendly web site featuring
a regular blog, up-to-the-minute
legislative information, and a
library of resources specific to
California. In addition to a
continuing presence on talk
radio and on editorial pages
across the state, CFCR also
envisions sponsored radio and
cable broadcasts and podcasts.
A Grassroots Network
With more than 70,000 active supporters assembled over the last four years, CFCR can be a vital force for grassroots lobbying. CFCR will utilize Internet-based teleconferencing which will put this grassroots membership in direct and interactive communication with conservative political, legislative and opinion leaders. CFCR will provide real-time alerts to its members BEFORE crucial votes – as well as assuring full accountability AFTER those votes. The website will maintain an action center with a graduated ladder for citizen involvement – from e-mailing legislators to publishing editorial letters to engaging in public debates.
Candidate
Recruitment and Training
In all the discussion given to
changing the political direction
of the California, very little
attention is paid to the most
important factor: public
opinion. Ideas – principles –
move entire civilizations, and
yet are given short-shrift by
political leaders in today’s era
of “post-partisanship.” CFCR
intends to play a significant
role in encouraging and training
articulate candidates and
spokespeople who can move that
discussion back toward
fundamental American principles
of individual responsibility,
limited government, free markets
and natural human rights.
Initiative, Referendum and Recall
Among the most important tools for citizen activism in California are the initiative, referendum and recall. CFCR begins with a broad and active base of support, highly visible and respected leadership, and an expert political team – a combination that gives it tremendous potential in this arena. CFCR anticipates active involvement in an initiative drive this year, involving tax limitation, property rights or illegal immigration reform, fully engaging its volunteer and donor resources.
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