CARepublicans try a new leader

 

And of course the OC Register chmes in on this even though their endrosements were mostly shit.  But CA GOP thinks they have an answer (they don’t)

 

Corrin Rankin Announces Candidacy for Chair of the California Republican Party

“It’s about reaching voters where they are, giving our candidates the tools they need to win, and showing Californians that we’re the party with real solutions.”

Sacramento — Corrin Rankin (@CorrinRankin), California Republican Party Vice Chair and CAGOP Engagement Committee Chair, officially announced her candidacy today to become the next California Republican Party Chair.

Click here to watch Rankin’s announcement video.

Orange County Register: Corrin Rankin: Californians are ready for real change

The election will occur during the general session on March 16 during the CAGOP Convention in Sacramento from March 14-16, 2025. Current CAGOP Chair, Jessica Patterson, is serving her final term.

“As Chair, my priority will be to keep the California Republican Party focused on real results,” Rankin said. “We’re going to build on our momentum by sticking to the Republican principles that benefit every Californian — freedom, opportunity, and accountability. It’s about reaching voters where they are, giving our candidates the tools they need to win, and showing Californians that we’re the party with real solutions.”

Rankin’s candidacy is supported by Republican leaders across the state, including the following state legislators and Republican county central committee chairs.

State Legislative Leaders:

• State Senators: Marie Alvarado-Gil, Shannon Grove, and Rosilicie Ochoa Bogh
• Assemblymembers: Juan Alanis, Laurie Davies, Kathryn Sanchez, and Tri Ta
• Assemblymembers-Elect: Jeff Gonzalez, Heather Hadwick, Alexandra Macedo, and David Tangipa

Republican Party County Central Committee Chairs:

Jeannie Sandoval (Alameda), Jeff Burns (Contra Costa), Todd White (El Dorado), David Blacker (Inyo), Sayrs Morris (Imperial), Tim O’Reilly (Los Angeles), Vern Costa (Kings), Bryan Pritchard (Lake), Richard Westfall (Mariposa), Debbie Hughes (Mendocino), Jeff Gorman (Monterey), John “Mac” Young (Nevada), Doug Brower (Plumas), Phil Cothran (San Bernardino), Dwight Williams (San Joaquin), John Dennis (San Francisco), Roberta McGinnis (Santa Barbara), Shane Patrick Connolly (Santa Clara), Matthew Heath (Sonoma), Joel Campos (Stanislaus), Connie Conway (Tulare), and Randal Hanvelt (Tuolumne).

Corrin’s Vision for the California Republican Party:

• Unity and Resilience: Build on our shared values to unify our party, empowering county committees, grassroots leaders, and volunteers to achieve unparalleled success.
• Solutions-Oriented Leadership: Move beyond being the opposition to lead as the party of solutions, offering real answers to the challenges Californians face.
• Election Integrity: Protect every vote by ensuring transparency, fairness, and accountability in our electoral process.
• Broad-Based Party: Show Californians that the Republican Party is the home for everyone who values personal responsibility, freedom, and opportunity, regardless of background.

Corrin’s Plan to Build on Success and Lead the CAGOP into the Future:

Taking Action for Lasting Results

• Sustainable Fundraising: Transition to a stable, year-round revenue model to eliminate the boom-bust fundraising cycles. Implement a donor engagement strategy that builds a robust base of small-dollar supporters while cultivating relationships with mid-level and major donors.
• Voter Registration Expansion: Build on recent registration successes with the largest Republican voter registration drive in California history. Focus on growing our base by appealing to individuals who share our values, inspired by Florida’s successful model.
• Winning Campaigns: Provide candidates with the tools and resources to compete effectively through comprehensive training programs, campaign support, and data-driven outreach initiatives.
• No Precinct Left Behind: Ensure every precinct—rural, suburban, and urban—receives the resources, tools, and volunteer support needed to grow Republican numbers and win elections across California.

Strengthening the Republican Movement

• Focused Messaging: Promote clear, consistent communication about Republican policies that solve the issues Californians care most about—public safety, cost of living, better quality education, parental empowerment and opportunity. We will lead with solutions that inspire confidence in our leadership.
• Ambassadors Program: Establish, train, and sustain a Republican Ambassador Program that empowers credible, respected individuals to share our vision in the mainstream media and social media with clarity and conviction across California.
• Collaborating for Success: Partner with legislative and congressional leaders to amplify our message, ensuring voters hear directly from those working to improve their communities.
• Hold Sacramento Accountable: We will not sit idly by while leftist politicians continue to raise taxes, increase the regulatory burden on businesses, and stifle our freedoms. Partnering with our Republican legislators, we will expose their socialist agenda and keep voters informed.

A Bold Agenda for California

• Restoring California’s Promise: Support policies that address crime, secure the border, and manage critical issues like water shortages and wildfire prevention, all while protecting taxpayers and reducing regulatory burdens.
• Empowering Central Committees: Support local Republican organizations and grassroots efforts to create a solid foundation for lasting success.
• Expanding GOP Representation: Redouble efforts to win congressional and legislative seats to give Californians strong Republican voices at every level of government.

Building on Success

• Proven Leadership: Build on strategies that delivered victories in competitive districts, ensuring tailored support and replicating success across the state.
• Modernizing Operations: Transition to advanced and proven systems to enhance fundraising efficiency, voter outreach, and campaign support.
• Engaging Voters: Promote Republican values that resonate with Californians by focusing on solutions to shared challenges and promoting principles of freedom and opportunity.
• Long-Term Vision: Develop the next generation of Republican leaders to ensure a lasting shift toward conservative governance in California.

“2024 proved that Californians are ready for common-sense policies and bold Republican leadership, As Chair, I will build on this momentum by launching the largest voter registration drive in our history, empowering grassroots leaders, and securing year-round funding to compete statewide,” Rankin said. “With potential legislative gains, Governor Newsom termed out in 2026, and opportunities in competitive congressional districts, we have a historic chance to not only strengthen Republican representation in the legislature and statewide offices but also expand the Republican majority in Congress. By recruiting strong candidates and delivering real solutions, we will show Californians that Republicans are the party of results.”

About Corrin Rankin

Corrin Rankin is a proud Californian, small business owner, and mother of three with a lifelong commitment to conservative values. As Vice Chair of the California Republican Party and Chair of the CAGOP Engagement Committee, Rankin has led efforts to expand the party’s reach and strengthen its coalitions. With a background in Silicon Valley and as a former business leader, she brings real-world experience to her mission of building a stronger, more inclusive California Republican Party.

For more information, visit www.CorrinRankin.com.

 

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