Collier County Citizens Values Political Action Committee, LLC

RWSFF Luncheon - Guest Speaker Frank Pavone - Prieses for Life
2023-09-06 11:30 - 13:30 (America/New_York) | Naples Hilton, 5111 Tamiami Trail North, Naples, FL, 34103
RWSFF is pleased to announce our September Guest Speaker: Frank A. Pavone – Priests for Life. Our September meeting is an opportunity to learn and understand the issues facing us in FL and the country since the Dobbs Decision sending the issue of Abortion back to the States.
Frank has many different titles for all his great work at Priests for Life- National Director, Priests for Life; President, National Pro-life Religious Council; Pastoral Director, Rachel’s Vineyard; Pastoral Director, Silent No More Awareness Campaign.
Priests for Life Mission- four key goals:

Unite, encourage, and provide ongoing training to priests and deacons who give a special emphasis in their ministries to protecting unborn children and ending abortion;
Instill a sense of urgency in all clergy to teach about the abortion issue and to mobilize their people to help end abortion;
Assist clergy and laity to work together productively for the cause of protecting the unborn;
Provide ongoing training and motivation to the entire pro-life movement in its specific mission of ending abortion.

Frank Pavone video at Faith & Freedom Coalition- Road to Majority This is an opportunity to preview the message of Frank Pavone.
Political Responsibility- Priests for Life
As both citizens of heaven and citizens of this world, we are called to exercise political responsibility to elect leaders who will defend life, and to sustain those leaders on the right path. We therefore teach and mobilize voters to make a difference in the voting booth. We stay focused public policy toward the protection of life!
Priests for Life funding-
Priests for Life is funded by the generous and regular contributions of individual laity and priests across the country. Priests for Life is a 501 (c) 3 organization and therefore donations are tax-deductible and are made out to “Priests for Life.” You can donate at the secure site, www.ProLifeDonation.org.
Priests for Life continues to provide daily online programming on EndAbortion.TV and the platforms linked from that page. See the full schedule at EndAbortion.TV.
Sign up today for the RWSFF September Meeting & Luncheon!
Doors will open at 11:15 AM; You must check in at either of the
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We encourage payment online to facilitate registration.
RSVP is required to accommodate all attending.
RSVP: Click Here to make your reservation; you’ll have the option to pay online or at the door-with cash or check. You may also email: speedyrsvp@gmail.com or call 239-431-5224.
Lunch: $45.00 payable online or pay at the door cash or check.
This month’s entree is Salmon, you can request Vegan or Vegetarian. A reservation made is a reservation paid unless 48 hour notice is given.

Republican Men's Club - Collier Schools Superintendent Leslie Ricciardelli
2023-09-08 07:30 - 09:00 | Naples Hilton, 5111 Tamiami Trail North, Naples, FL, 34103
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Leslie Ricciardelli was appointed by a 3-2 Collier County School Board vote as the next superintendent of Collier County Public Schools. Board members Erick Carter, Kelly Lichter and Stephanie Lucarelli voted in favor, with Tim Moshier and Jerry Rutherford dissenting.
Ricciardelli, a Naples native, has 28 years of experience in education, including serving as Collier interim superintendent and deputy superintendent. In those positions, she was responsible for leading financial services, school leadership and district operations, including transportation, nutrition services, safety and security and facilities and maintenance.
Early in her career, Ricciardelli worked in Broward, Orange and Seminole counties, where she served as a teacher for students with disabilities. She returned to Collier to work at Manatee Middle School as an inclusion teacher and at Lely High School as an Exceptional Student Education specialist and dean of students.
She worked at Palmetto Ridge High School for six years as assistant principal of attendance and discipline and returned to Lely as assistant principal of curriculum and instruction. Ricciardelli was later chosen to be principal at Golden Gate Middle School and again returned to Lely to serve as principal before taking a position in district leadership.

Women's Republican Club Lisa E. Gordon Hagerty
2023-09-08 11:30 - 13:00 | Naples Hilton, 5111 Tamiami Trail North, Naples, FL, 34103
Does the US Have the Right Nuclear Posture?

Right Hour - Republican Club of South Collier
2023-09-13 17:00 - 19:00 | Arturo’s Bistro, 969 N Collier Blvd NE, Marco Island, FL, 34145
Program & Speaker Details
We welcome Republican Speakers, Politicians and Candidates. Please contact RCSCC to get on schedule.
P. 239-352-1776 or E. info@rcscc.us
September 13
Casual gathering in private room at
Arturos Bistro on Marco
​No reservation required, cash for bar & special hors d’oeuvres menu
RCSCC Secretary, Litha Berger, hosting.

Naples Republican Club - Conservative Cocktails with Melissa Blazier Supervisor of Elections
2023-09-19 17:00 - 19:00 | Stix Sushi & Seafood, 4221 Tamiami Trail E, Naples, FL, 34112
Tues. Sept. 19 5:00 PM Naples Republican Club presents: Conservative Cocktails with Melissa Blazier- Collier County Supervisor of Elections. RSVP: Registration Members: $30/Non-Members $45 -New Venue Stix Sushi & Seafood 4221 Tamiami Trail E, Naples 34112

Naples Republican Club - Conservative Cocktails with Melissa Blazier - Supervisor of Elections
2023-09-19 17:00 - 19:00 | Stix Sushi & Seafood, 4221 Tamiami Trail E, Naples, FL, 34112
The Naples Republican Club (NRC) will host Conservative Cocktails with supervisor of elections Melissa Blazier, on Tuesday, September 19, at Stix Sushi & Seafood, 4221 Tamiami Trail E. in Naples at 5 p.m.

W3 - Women Wine and Wisdom
2023-09-20 17:00 - 19:00 | Cavo Restaurant and Lounge, 9108 Strada Pl., Naples, FL, 34108
Please join RWSFF for W-3 at CAVO Restaurant & Lounge 9108 Strada Pl #14120, Naples, 34108-Located in Mercato.

Excellent Chef’s Choice- Appetizers & Dinner. You can enjoy a great selection of beverages- Cash Bar for all beverages .

Women have Wisdom– an evening of discussion; RWSFF will stay laser focused on K-12 Education; the Collier County School Board and all the issues regarding the 50,000+ Students! We support our Veterans– get involved! Conversations about Candidates- Federal, State & Local!

Men are always welcome to join the conversation.

Parking– Park in the garage and a short walk through the Alley way to CAVO. Valet is available- $11.00.

RWSFF Members & Guests $15.00 Cash at the door.
RSVP Required for accurate count: speedyrsvp@gmail.com or call: 239-431-5224
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Diane Van Parys
RWSFF-President

WRC - Sip on the Right Side
2023-09-21 17:00 - 19:00 | The Continental, 1205 3rd Street South, Naples, FL, 34102

RWSFF - Jason Lewis
2023-10-04 11:30 - 13:30 | Naples Hilton, 5111 Tamiami Trail North, Naples, FL, 34103
Weds. Oct. 4 11:30- 1:30 PM Republican Women of SWFL Federated Guest Speaker: Jason Lewis- Author, Former Minnesota Congressman and Talk Show Host. Hilton Naples 5111 Tamiami Tr. N Naples, 34103 RSVP & Sign Up. Click Here or email: speedyrsvp@gmail.com or call 239-431-5224 to register.

Republican Men's Club - October Breakfast Meeting – Jason Lewis, Author, Talk Show Host, Former Congressman
2023-10-06 07:30 - 09:00 | Naples Hilton, 5111 Tamiami Trail North, Naples, FL, 34103
Jason Lewis
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Jason Lewis is an American politician and former conservative radio personality (who filled in on the Rush Limbaugh show) who served as the U.S. representative for Minnesota’s 2nd congressional district from 2017 until 2019. The district included most of the southern suburbs of the Twin Cities. A member of the Republican Party, he was a radio talk show host and a conservative political commentator before serving in Congress. He hosted the nationally syndicated Jason Lewis Show, based out of KSTP (AM) in the Minneapolis–Saint Paul radio market, from 2009 to 2014.
Lewis was elected to Congress in 2016 defeating Democrat Angie Craig. He succeeded retiring Republican incumbent John Kline. He lost his bid for a second term in 2018 in a rematch against Craig. He was the Republican nominee in the 2020 U.S. Senate election in Minnesota. He was defeated by incumbent Democrat Tina Smith by a margin of 5.2 points, making it the closest Senate election in Minnesota since 2008. Some election observers attribute this close election to two pro-marijuana legalization parties taking a combined 7.69% of the vote.
Former Minnesota Congressman Jason Lewis, former fill-in for the late Rush Limbaugh, is back on the air these days. He has been guest hosting in the Twin Cities, Charlotte and Sacramento. He’s also talking about his new book, “Party Animal, The Truth About President Trump, Power Politics & the Partisan Press”.
The book looks at politics in the public arena during the Trump presidency, from his time in Washington to campaigning with former President in a riot-torn Minnesota as the Senate nominee in 2020. But it also includes plenty on his former broadcasting work, including a tribute to the late radio icon.

Republican Men's Club - The Right Connections
2023-10-10 17:00 - 19:00 | South Street Grill and Oven – Founders Square, 8845 Founders Square Drive, Naples, FL, 34120
Many members have expressed an interest in meeting outside of our breakfast meetings to have a better chance to socialize than during the quick breakfast and then needing to leave to meet the challenges of the day.
To fill that niche, the Republican Men’s Club will be hosting a social at South Street Oven at Immokalee Road and Collier Blvd.
The first one will be held Tuesday, October 10th, from 5 to 7 pm. Come make the Right Connections as we gather to network, & enjoy great conversation, food and drinks. Appetizers provided.
Men & Women welcome. Bring a guest!

Ave Maria Patriots - Supervisor of Elections Melissa Blazier
2023-10-10 19:00 - 20:30 | Ave Maria Master Associatin Meeting Room, 5080 Annunciation Circle, #101, Ave Maria, FL, 34142
Collier County Supervisor of Elections Melissa Blazier will be our guest speaker for our October 10th meeting. Come with your questions on voter registration, voter integrity, election security and the three elections in 2024 (yes, three).
Event Date: Tuesday, October 10, 2023
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Ave Maria Master Association Meeting Room, 5080 Annunciation Circle, #101, Ave Maria
Guest Speaker: Collier County Supervisor of Elections Melissa Blazier
Light refreshments will be served.
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Republican Club of South Collier Flag Burning Ceremony
2023-10-11 17:00 - 20:00 | Dolphin Point on Isles of Capri, 85 West Pelican Street, Naples, 34113, Belarus
Weds. Oct. 11 RCSCC presents Flag Retiring Ceremony Dolphin Point, Isles of Capri. Bring an old worn or tattered flag to be retired, VFW 7721 Conducting the Ceremony. Enjoy Gulf Sunset Afterglow

Women's Republican Club - Former Congressman Francis Rooney and Ambassador to the Holy See
2023-10-13 11:30 - 13:00 | Naples Hilton, 5111 Tamiami Trail North, Naples, FL, 34103
Ambassador Francis Rooney represented Florida’s 19th Congressional District in the United States House of Representatives from 2017 to 2021. From 2005 to 2008 he served as the United States Ambassador to the Holy See, appointed by President George W. Bush and subsequently wrote a book about diplomacy and the US-Holy See relationship entitled The Global Vatican.
Ambassador Rooney is a successful businessman who brought decades of private sector experience to government. From 1984 to 2005 he served as CEO of Rooney Holdings, Inc., a diversified group of companies engaged in construction, energy, real estate development, finance and electronics manufacturing.
One of the subsidiaries is Manhattan Construction Company which was founded in 1896 and is in the fifth generation of Rooney family management and ownership. Significant projects the company has built include the Presidential Libraries for both George H. W. Bush in College Station, Texas and George W. Bush in Dallas, Texas; the Dallas Cowboys and Houston Texans football stadiums; the U.S. Capitol Visitor’s Center; the Walter Reed Army Institute for Research; and the International Terminal at Hartsfield-Jackson Airport in Atlanta, Georgia. The company is currently completing one of the few biohazard level four medical and research facilities for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Fort Detrick, Maryland.
Ambassador Rooney has served on numerous public and private boards, including Naples Community Hospital, St. Francis Hospital [Tulsa], the Florida Gulf Coast University Foundation, the University of Oklahoma College of International Studies, the University of Tulsa, the Center for the Study of the Presidency and Congress, the Trust for the National Mall [DC], the Advisory Board of the Panama Canal Authority and the Young Presidents’ Organization [for which he served as the International President in 1997-1998]. He has served as a director of several traded companies including Helmerich & Payne, Cimarex, Laredo Petroleum, Bank of Oklahoma and Amarant [formerly Mercantil Commercebank].
He is currently a member of the National Council of the American Enterprise Institute, the Advisory Board of the Partnership for is Responsible Growth, the Council on Foreign Relations, the Inter-American Dialogue and the Council of American Ambassadors. He is also director and secretary of the Forum Club of Southwest Florida, on which he also served 2013-2016, and is a member of the Latin American Program Board of the Wilson Center and the Advisory Council of The Climate Initiative. He became a Knight of Malta in 2003, was inducted into the Oklahoma Hall of Fame in November 2020 and the International Order of Isabela la Catolica, Commander by Number in June 2022. He received the John Carroll Award from Georgetown University ih April 2016 and was inducted into the Military Constantinian Order of Saint George in February 2023.
A graduate of Georgetown University [A.B. 1975] and Georgetown University Law Center [J.D. 1978], Ambassador Rooney has honorary degrees from the University of Notre Dame [2006] and the University of Dallas [2010], Seton Hall University [2021] and the Ave Maria Law School [2022]. He is a former member of the Texas and District of Columbia Bars and holds a U.S. Coast Guard 100 Ton Masters License [sailing endorsement].
He and his wife Kathleen live in Naples, Florida and Washington DC. They have three children, two grandsons and two granddaughters.
Ambassador Rooney is fluent in Spanish and regularly gives talks and interviews in Spanish. He is also conversational in Italian.

Naples Republican Club - School Board Chair Kelly Lichter
2023-10-17 17:00 - 19:00 | Stix Sushi & Seafood, 4221 Tamiami Trail E, Naples, FL, 34112

RWSFF - W3 Women Wine Wisdom
2023-10-25 17:00 - 19:00 | Cavo Restaurant and Lounge, 9108 Strada Pl., Naples, FL, 34108
W-3- Women Wine & Wisdom
Wednesday October 25
5:00-7:00 PM
Please join RWSFF for W-3 at CAVO Restaurant & Lounge 9108 Strada Pl #14120, Naples, 34108-Located in Mercato.
Excellent Chef’s Choice- Appetizers & Dinner. You can enjoy a great selection of beverages- Cash Bar for all beverages .
Women have Wisdom– an evening of discussion; RWSFF will stay laser focused on K-12 Education; the Collier County School Board and all the issues regarding the 50,000+ Students! We support our Veterans– get involved! Conversations about Candidates- Federal, State & Local!
Men are always welcome to join the conversation.
Parking– Park in the garage and a short walk through the Alley way to CAVO. Valet Parking is available- $11.00.
RWSFF Members & Guests $15.00 Cash at the door.
RSVP Required for accurate count: speedyrsvp@gmail.com or call: 239-431-5224
Best
Diane Van Parys
RWSFF-President

Republican Women of SWFL Federated Guest Speaker: Dr. Dave Brat- Liberty University- Vice Provost and Public Relations, Former US Congressman Virginia’s 7th District
2023-11-01 11:30 - 13:30 | Naples Hilton, 5111 Tamiami Trail North, Naples, FL, 34103
Weds. Nov. 1 11:30- 1:30 PM Republican Women of SWFL Federated Guest Speaker: Dr. Dave Brat- Liberty University- Vice Provost and Public Relations, Former US Congressman Virginia’s 7th District, Economic Consultant Arthur Anderson and World Bank and more. Hilton Naples 5111 Tamiami Tr. N Naples, 34103 RSVP & Sign Up. Click Here or email: speedyrsvp@gmail.com or call 239-431-5224 to register.

Salute to Veterans Luncheon - Vice Admiral (Ret.) Sean Pybus, U.S. Navy SEAL
2023-11-03 11:30 - 13:00 | Naples Hilton, 5111 Tamiami Trail North, Naples, FL, 34103
Featured Speaker: Vice Admiral (Retired) Sean Pybus, U.S. Navy, SEAL
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All Proceeds to benefit scholarships and veteran services.
“Climate Change – the Environment for Military Decision-Making, Past and Present”
Vice Admiral (Retired) Sean Pybus, U.S. Navy, SEAL
When I entered Naval Service and became a SEAL Officer (1980), the World was largely Black and White, in terms of Adversaries and Threats to the United States. Today, our Military Commanders are forced to interpret what and who a “Competitor”, “Adversary”, or “Terrorist” is, and to be aware of our Nation’s Policies and Political Climate, which tend to be fickle.
Further, U.S. domestic distractions and political divisions in the past pale in comparison to today’s Wokeness, Equality, and other controversial issues. This ambiguous and treacherous environment for Military Commanders at every level could make for cautious, conservative, and sometimes delayed decisions, which often leads to Missed Opportunities or Mission Failure.
Bio:
Sean Averell Pybus (born September 22, 1957) is a retired United States Navy Vice Admiral who last served as the deputy Commander, U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) from 2014 to 2016. He previously served as the Commander, Naval Special Warfare Command from 2011 to 2013.

Born
September 22, 1957 (age 65)

Allegiance
United States of America

Service/branch
United States Navy

Years of service
1979–2016

Rank
Vice Admiral

Commands held
Deputy, United States Special Operations Command
NATO Special Operations Headquarters
Naval Special Warfare Command
Special Operations Command Pacific
Naval Special Warfare Group 1

Awards
Defense Distinguished Service Medal
Navy Distinguished Service Medal
Defense Superior Service Medal
Legion of Merit

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WRC - Celebrate Veterans Day
2023-11-10 11:30 - 13:00 | Naples Hilton, 5111 Tamiami Trail North, Naples, FL, 34103
Join Us for Our Exciting Veterans Day Luncheon
Honoring our Treasured Veterans
Featuring Guest Speakers: Congressman Byron Donalds and Commissioner Rick LoCastro
Friday, November 10, 2023 at 11:30 AM at the Naples Hilton
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Florida Congressman Byron Donalds – Representing District 19
Byron Donalds grew up in Brooklyn, New York, and he is also the proud son of a hardworking and loving single mother. His mother dedicated her time instilling in him that greatness requires sacrifice, which drives him as a devoted family man and United States Congressman.
Byron is a graduate of Florida State University and received a Bachelor of Arts degree in finance and marketing. Byron’s career led him to Southwest Florida, where he worked in the banking, finance, and insurance industries. Elected to the Florida House of Representatives in 2016, Byron represented Hendry County and east Collier County in the State Capitol. During his tenure in the Florida House, Byron served as the PreK-12 Quality Subcommittee Chair during the 2018-2019 Legislative Session and served as the Insurance & Banking Subcommittee’s Chairman 2019-2020 Legislative Session. While serving in the Florida House, primarily focused on elder affairs, criminal justice reform, and ensuring that each child has access to a world-class education.
Byron is committed to serving and giving back to the community that gave him so much. He has served Southwest Florida in many ways, including previously serving on the Board of Trustees for Florida Southwestern State College after being appointed by then-Governor Rick Scott. Byron continues to volunteer in his church as a youth leader and a mentor. He also enjoys volunteering as a coach in youth football and basketball leagues.
Congressman Byron Donalds lives in Naples, Florida, with his wife, Erika, and their three sons: Damon, Darin, and Mason. Byron has spent his entire adult life serving others, whether it be through volunteering, business, or leadership. He is committed to representing Florida’s 19th Congressional District’s conservative values in Washington DC to ensure a stronger Florida and a stronger nation.
Rick LoCastro – Chairman Commissioner, Collier County District 1
Prior to his election and Naples civilian executive positions, he was a senior Air Force officer commanding in leadership positions worldwide. He held military positions in Germany, Hawaii, the Pentagon, and NATO, and lived and worked in 80+ countries. He served as a senior Commander on Andrews Air Force Base supporting the President of the United States and all Air Force One missions. He then led a multi-national NATO unit at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, where he was a Senior Commander responsible for all security, engineering/maintenance, transportation, administration, human resources, supply, logistics, food service, safety, and linguistic translation, supporting the 26-nation command.
Following his Europe assignment, he next served as Base Commander of Eglin Air Force Base in Ft. Walton Beach, Florida. There he ensured support to the 725 square mile base (Department of Defense’s largest installation) and directed all base operations for over 35,000 personnel with $16 Billion in infrastructure. He also supervised the Air Force’s 4th largest Medical Center encompassing 1,500 medical staff supporting 85,000 beneficiaries and 300,000 annual patient visits.
He then served as Base Commander of the United States Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colorado, (where he is also a 1988 graduate) responsible for 4,500 personnel and all support to the 25-square mile installation including the Service Academy. He commanded all Air Force Academy base support, housing, food service, and a Medical Center supporting 4,000+ cadets, a military community of 35,000+, and 500,000+ visitors annually to the military Service Academy. Finally, he was Director of Manpower & Personnel for U.S. Strategic Command, overseeing all human resources (HR) programs for the United States’ classified nuclear and space forces. In 2001, he commanded his unit to selections as U.S. Air Force Mission Support Squadron of the Year and was also personally selected as the 2001 U.S. Air Force Senior Personnel Officer of the Year. Rick has worked for two U.S. Presidents, for General Norman Schwarzkopf, and was also the Aide to an Air Force 4-star General for three years. In 2012 he retired from the U.S. Air Force as a full colonel.
Honoring Our Veterans
Honored Guests:

Admiral Jerry Johnson – 4 star former Vice Chair of Naval Operations and commander of Second Fleet
Jim Lane – Purple Heart, Silver Star Army Ranger Vietnam Veteran
Charlie Sues – Army Veteran
Wayne Smith – Purple Heart Air Force Vietnam Veteran and POW
Fred Sexton – Purple Heart Marine Vietnam Veteran
Richard Lee – Purple Heart Marine VietnamVeteran

Veterans lunches will be paid for by our members.
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WHEN: Friday, November 10, 2023 11:30 AM
WHERE: Naples Hilton, 5111 Tamiami Trail N., Naples, FL 34103
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NRC - Conservative Cocktails - State Representative Bob Rommel
2023-11-21 17:00 - 19:00 | Stix Sushi & Seafood, 4221 Tamiami Trail E, Naples, FL, 34112
November 21, 2023
5:00 PM at Stix Sushi & Seafood

Republican Club of South Collier - Eat Drink and Be Right
2023-11-27 17:30 - 19:30 | Fiddlers Creek, 3470 Club Center Blvd, Naples, FL, 34114

RWSFF - W-3 Women Wind & Wisdom
2023-11-29 17:00 - 19:00 | Cavo Restaurant and Lounge, 9108 Strada Pl., Naples, FL, 34108
Weds. Nov. 29 5-7:00 PM W-3 Women Wine & Wisdom- Join us for Conversation and Wisdom! CAVO Lounge 9108 Strada Pl. Naples- At Mercato $15.00 Cash-Appetizers & Dinner provided- Cash Bar for All Beverages.
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December Holiday Breakfast Meeting – Eric Patterson – The Dire State of Religious Freedom Around the World
2023-12-01 07:30 - 09:00 | Naples Hilton, 5111 Tamiami Trail North, Naples, FL, 34103
Why the Loss of Free Speech On Campuses Threatens Religious Liberty In America
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Join Us for a Festive Occasion Celebrating the Holiday Season. In addition to plenty of good cheer and entertainment, we will also hear from Eric Patterson, President of Religious Freedom Institute.
Eric recently testified before the US House Foreign Affairs Committee. His topic was “The Dire State of Religious Freedom Around the World”. View his presentation at https://religiousfreedominstitute.org/rfi-president-testifies-before-house-committee-on-dire-state-of-religious-freedom-around-the-world/

Eric Patterson
President
Religious Freedom Institute

Eric Patterson Bio:
Eric Patterson serves as the President of the Religious Freedom Institute. He previously served as Dean of the School of Government at Regent University. He is an expert in two overlapping areas: the ethics of war and peace, and, global religious trends and religious freedom policy. These two areas routinely intersect, such as in building post-conflict systems that represent diverse ethno-religious factions, understanding the religious factors in conflict, and measuring U.S. democracy promotion efforts. His government experience includes time at the U.S. State Department’s Bureau of Political-Military Affairs, service as a White House Fellow, and over 20 years as an Air National Guard commander. In addition to op-eds and academic articles, he is the author or editor of 20 books, including Just American Wars: Ethical Dilemmas in U.S. Military History and Politics in a Religious World: Toward a Religious Informed U.S. Foreign Policy.

RFI Mission:
RFI is committed to achieving broad acceptance of religious liberty as a fundamental human right, a source of individual and social flourishing, the cornerstone of a successful society, and a driver of national and international security.
We accomplish this goal by convincing stakeholders in select regions of the world that religious freedom can help them achieve their own goals—political, economic, strategic, and religious. RFI Action Teams have a presence on the ground in each region to build coalitions and work toward making religious freedom a priority for governments, civil society, religious communities, businesses, and the general public.

RWSFF Luncheon - Tom Trento - The United West Executive Director - Everything you need to know about Israel
2023-12-06 11:30 - 13:30 | Naples Hilton, 5111 Tamiami Trail North, Naples, FL, 34103
Please join us at our RWSFF
Luncheon Meeting
Wednesday,
December 6
Hilton Naples,
5111 Tamiami TR. N. Naples, 34103.

RWSFF is pleased to announce our December Guest Speaker: Tom Trento- Founder/Director of The United West, an educational, counter-terrorism organization with four mission objectives:
· Defend the US Constitution
· Defend Israel
· Defeat Marx
· Defeat Mohammad

Tom is on the leading edge of receiving information having constant contact with the Israel/Hamas situation that you won’t want to miss this meeting. Tom Trento will be given the most time to speak to inform us of where we are and where we are going with the Israeli situation as it unfolds.

Tom leads a team of highly talented investigators and analysts to either covertly or overtly expose anti American, anti-Israel activity, in particular the coalition of Marxists and Muslim jihadists joining together to destroy America. Tom’s organization was founded in 2010.

Tom Trento has become a Leader on the Israel/US relationship- Keeping Israel an ally of the US . His work is so crucial now, and more important since Oct. 7, 2023. Here are two videos of his work
as a teaser. Video-1 ; Inside the Hezbollah Tunnel Video

THE UNITED WEST HISTORY Beginning with the Florida Security Council in 2007, Tom Trento’s team quickly established a national impact through speaking, writing, video presentations, grassroots activism and investigative reporting. With trips to Europe in 2009, relationships were developed which resulted in a united effort to fight the encroachment of Shariah Islam in North America and Europe. In mid-2010 it became apparent that the national and international activity of “Team Trento,” had expanded beyond the borders of Florida. Therefore, the extensive effort went into developing an organization The United West (TUW) functioning as an “umbrella entity,” overseeing and managing coordinated divisions, all based upon unifying principles but lean and efficient in its implementation.

Sign up for “The United West” Newsletter
Uniting Western Civilization for Freedom and Liberty.
THE UNITED WEST is an IRS 501-c3 non-profit organization approved for tax deductible donations.

Sign up today for the RWSFF November Meeting & Luncheon!
Doors will open at 11:15 AM; Please check in at the Tables-
Paid in Advance or Cash or Check.

We encourage payment online to facilitate registration.
RSVP is required to accommodate all attending.

RSVP: Click Here to make your reservation; you’ll have the option to pay online or at the door-with cash or check. You may also email: speedyrsvp@gmail.com or call 239-431-5224.

Lunch: $45.00 payable online or pay at the door cash or check.
This month’s entrée is Salmon, you can request Vegan or Vegetarian. A reservation made is a reservation paid unless a 48 hour cancellation notice is given.

WRC Red, White and Blue Holiday Luncheon with Riley Gaines
2023-12-08 10:30 - 13:00 | naples Grande Beach Resort, 475 Seagate Dr, Naples, FL, 34108
Red, White and Blue Holiday Luncheon with Riley Gaines
To Benefit the Fight Against Human Trafficking
Featuring Guest Speaker Riley Gaines
Friday, December 8, 2023 at 11:00 AM at the Naples Grand Beach Resort, 475 Seagate Drive, Naples FL
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Riley Gaines
Riley Gaines, a 12 time All-American swimmer with 5 SEC titles was a successful female swimmer at University of Kentucky with ambitions to pursue a dental degree. That post-graduate ambition and her entire life was changed when she was forced to share a locker room and then compete against biological male Lia Thomas at the 2022 NCAA Women’s Swimming Championship.
This uneven challenge, not just for Riley but for every woman competing in the pool that day, was made even more traumatic when the NCAA officials insisted on giving Lia Thomas the trophy, despite tying Riley down to the hundredth of a second in the event. Riley can recall wondering why no one was standing up for her or for any women in the room.
This moment became her call to action – to defend and protect America’s daughters against the woke left and their gender-denying ideology. Biological men should not take opportunities for success in sports away from women. Biological men should not share locker rooms with women.

WHEN: Friday, December 8, 2023 11:00 AM
WHERE: Naples Grande Beach Resort, 475 Seagate Drive, Naples, FL 34103
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Naples Republican Club
2023-12-19 17:30 - 20:30 | Kensington Country Club, 2700 Pine Ridge Road, Naples, FL, 34110
Christmas Dinner and Dance

Dec 19, 2023, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Kensington Country Club, 2700 Pine Ridge Rd, Naples, FL 34109, USA

Dinner & Dance Entertainment: Billy Dean & Dawn Date: Tuesday, December 19th Time: 5:30-8:30PM Location: Kensington Golf & Country Club Address: 700 Pine Ridge Road, Naples, FL 34109

RWSFF - Luncheon - The Honorable Byron Donalds
2024-01-03 11:30 - 13:30 | Naples Hilton, 5111 Tamiami Trail North, Naples, FL, 34103
Dear RWSFF Members & Friends,
Please join us as we Kick off the New Year- 2024 with a Toast to making 2024 the Best Election Year in the History of the United States!
RWSFF is pleased to announce our January meeting will feature Congressman Byron Donalds- District 19
RWSFF Luncheon Meeting –Weds. Jan. 3- Hilton Naples 5111 Tamiami TR. N. Naples, 34103.
Byron Donalds began his career in politics with the Tea Party in Naples. He then went on to serve 2 terms as the District 80 State Representative. Byron won his election for Congress in the both the 2020 and 2022 General Election for Congressional District 19. Byron has become a Republican Freedom Caucus Leader; the Black Caucus rejected him. We are very lucky to have Byron representing us in Collier and Lee County. Congressman Byron Donalds will give us a look back at 2023 and a look forward on 2024. This is a great opportunity to join us and get an insiders viewpoint for 2024 on Elections from the Schoolhouse to the White House from a leader in Congress- our very own- Congressman Byron Donalds.
Sign up today for the RWSFF January 2024 Meeting & Luncheon!
Doors will open at 11:15 AM; You must check in at either of the
Tables-Paid in Advance or Cash or Check.
We encourage payment online to facilitate registration.
RSVP is required to accommodate all attending.
RSVP: Click Here to make your reservation; you’ll have the option to pay online or at the door-with cash or check. You may also email: speedyrsvp@gmail.com or call 239-431-5224.

Lunch: $45.00 payable online or pay at the door cash or check.
This month’s entree is Salmon, or request Vegan or Vegetarian.
A reservation made is a reservation paid unless 48 hour notice is given.

January Breakfast Meeting - Steve Moore - Heritage Foundation - "Surviving the Bidenomics Bust"
2024-01-05 07:30 - 09:00 | Naples Hilton, 5111 Tamiami Trail North, Naples, FL, 34103
Steve Moore Had an Emergency – Replaced by Congressman Byron Donalds
Register or RSVP Here
Bio:
Steve MooreHeritage Foundation
“Surviving the Bidenomics Bust”
Stephen Moore is an economist and author, serving as a Distinguished Fellow in Economics at The Heritage Foundation and a co-founder of The Committee to Unleash Prosperity. He is a frequent lecturer to audiences around the world on the U.S. economic and political outlook, and is the author of 6 books, including “Trumponomics: Inside the America First Plan to Revive our Economy.”
Moore is a graduate of the University of Illinois and holds a master’s degree in economics from George Mason University.
From 1999-2004, Moore served as founder and president of the Club for Growth, an organization dedicated to helping elect free market candidates to Congress. In his tenure as president, the Club for Growth became one of the most influential and respected political organizations in the nation. From 2005-2014, Moore served as the senior economics writer for The Wall Street Journal editorial page and as a member of the WSJ editorial board. He remains a regular contributor to the publication. Moore served as a senior economic advisor to President Trump’s 2016 campaign, drafting tax, budget, and energy policy plans.
In 2007, Moore received the Ronald Reagan “Great Communicator” award from the Republican party for his advancement of economic understanding. In 2010, he was awarded the University of Illinois Alumni of the Year. His book “Return to Prosperity: How America Can Regain its Economic Superpower Status” was a finalist for the F.A. Hayek Award for Advancing Economic Understanding. In 2018, Worth Magazine named Stephen Moore one of the 75 Most Influential People in the World Dealing with Economics and Finance.

Voice of Marco - Right Club of South Collier
2024-01-10 18:00 - 21:00 | Boardroom Tavern Olde Marco, 174 Palm Drive, Marco Island, FL, 34145
Let the Voice Battle begin….
Please join RCSCC tomorrow and every Wednesday in January to choose THE Voice of Marco. If you have a great voice, sign up to compete. Text to 239-285-9373
Attendance is free, this is going to be great entertainment & FUN to watch. Judges this week are Top Realtors.
Find out more, click on link and scroll down to The Voice of Marco: The Voice of Marco | RCSCC.us
The Voice of Marco finalists will compete to win $500 and open for the Ben Allen Band on Feb 17. To compete, text 239-285-9373.

WRC - Luncheon with Scott Walker
2024-01-12 11:30 - 13:30 | Naples Hilton, 5111 Tamiami Trail North, Naples, FL, 34103
