YOUR VIEW: College Republicans respond to letter
by Allison Kajs, AUCR chairmain
Mar 04, 2010 | 2660 views | 8 8 comments | 17 17 recommendations | email to a friend | print
In response to the letter by Brent Culver in the Feb. 25th publication of The Auburn Plainsman, Auburn University College Republicans would like to clarify our position on several key issues concerning the 2010 elections.

Auburn University College Republicans has not, and will not, endorse a candidate in the primary race.

When Mr. Culver was accusing College Republicans of compromising their credibility with a primary endorsement he was referring to the College Republican Federation of Alabama’s endorsement in a press release on Jan. 25th.

AUCR was not a part of this decision; it was a vote of the personal opinions of each CRFA executive member, separate of the beliefs of AUCR.

As Chairman of AUCR, I believe that it is of the utmost importance to consider and research all of the Republican gubernatorial candidates until the nominee is announced after the June primaries.

Our organization will fully support the 2010 Republican nominee for governor.

AUCR encourages all members to find a candidate who they believe in and we will provide the opportunities to get involved in every single campaign.

The 2010 elections are crucial not only in Washington, D.C., but here in Alabama as well. I strongly encourage every student to find a candidate whose vision aligns with their values, get involved in that candidate’s campaign, and make a difference this election year.

I know that every Auburn student is capable of “deciding which Republican to choose,” but AUCR is here to assist in any aspect of this process and would consider it a privilege to do so.

The leadership of AUCR continues to promote Republican candidates and uphold conservative values; we invite all students to share their opinions and join us in this cause.

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@demscorrupt
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March 05, 2010
"Dems in Washington are highjacking democracy and shoving this so called health care reform down our throats. Damn it, I wish I voted for Tammany Hall politics!"

what did you copy and paste that from a Hannity tweet?

get a new argument you moron. make you own opinion.

from one republican to another. Using the same tired argument does nothing to help the party. That's why we are seeing the biggest split in our party. These "fiscally responsible" tea baggers who spend millions on conventions.....ya....Sarah Palin isn't worth the stove she should be back in the kitchen cooking over.

We need honest and responsible fiscal values. It's time for America to take responsibility for themselves. I suggest you check out Ron Paul.
LiberalsStink
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March 04, 2010
Last time I checked, Democrats were having a tough time keeping their base together.

For a party that's all about hope and change, sure is a lot in fighting.
Dems are corrupt
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March 04, 2010
right, meanwhile the liberal Dems in Washington are highjacking democracy and shoving this so called health care reform down our throats. Damn it, I wish I voted for Tammany Hall politics!
typical_LOL
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March 04, 2010
they're republicans.....what can you expect. They tear themselves apart. Nobody has to do anything to work against a part that doesn't work
AUCR member
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March 04, 2010
I have been disatisfied with the leadership of the AUCR the past year. Last semester at the Alabama gubernatorial debate at the Student Center, the AUCR officers were handing out Bradley Byrne stickers. Right now I am trying to decide between Byrne and Kay Ivey and I am leaning towards Byrne, but I find it unethical and irresponsible for the AUCR leadership to officially endorse one Republican over another in any race. The only candidate the AUCR should be supporting in the primary is Mo Brooks over Parker Griffith in the AL district 5 race because we all know that Griffith is not at all a Republican.
David Carin
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March 04, 2010
One more thing - The President of the Statewide College Republican Organization is from Auburn so how can you say it has nothing to do with the Auburn chapter?

Why does the Plainsman print a letter like this that is so blatanlty false
David Carin
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March 04, 2010
By the way Allison, a quick visit to your facebook page shows you openly endorse Bradley Byrne -- you have a link to his page as your top page link on your facebook profile but no other links to any other candidates.

No reason to lie about your agenda or the agenda of the State of Auburn Chapters of the College Republicans.
David Carin
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March 04, 2010
I find this response to be a complete lie. I personally witnessed the Auburn Chapter of the College Republicans openly favoring Bradley Byrne at the gubernatorial forum that was held last month in Opelika. I also have been personally asked twice by officers within the College Republicans to remove a Tim James sticker from my car and consider supporting Bradley Byrne. I have also been invited to Auburn College Republican receptions honoring Bradley Byrne but not any other candidate.

Auburn is a chapter of the Alabama CR organization and that endorsement represents all College Republican Chapters including Auburn. To say that it does not is a lie. To say that the Auburn CR group does not openly support Bradley Byrne is a lie because the actions of the groups members and officers say that you do openly endorse Byrne.

Many Tim James supporters now feel very unwlecome at Auburn College Republicans meetings. I am sure supporters of other candidates and undecided students probably feel as unwelcome.