November 07, 2008
GOP leaders: Party must get back to basics to win
Virginia Attorney General Bob McDonnell and Lt. Gov. Bill Bolling say state Republicans need to get back to discussing “kitchen table issues” to return to winning elections in Virginia.November 05, 2008
GOP seeks to regroup
Though a Democrat carried Old Dominion for the first time since 1964, Virginia remains a state right of center.September 26, 2008
Valley watches and judges candidates on debate night
Across the Shenandoah Valley Friday night, Republicans and Democrats gathered in homes and headquarters to watch the first presidential debate of 2008.September 13, 2008
Led by former POW, area GOP faithful rally behind McCain
Retired Navy Commander Paul Galanti made the best of his time as a POW in Vietnam — all six years and eight months of it.September 05, 2008
Valley GOP fueled up by McCain speech
Shenandoah Valley Republicans said Friday that John McCain’s acceptance speech showed his strength of character and commitment to reform government.September 04, 2008
SWAC POSTCARD: Palin’s speech ignites excitement at convention
MINNEAPOLIS-ST. PAUL, Minn. – Vice presidential nominee Sarah Palin brought down the house at the Republican National Convention on Wednesday night as thousands cheered and waved signs and roared approval as she accepted her party’s nomination.September 03, 2008
SWAC POSTCARD: Convention takes on party atmosphere ahead of Palin’s speech
The party atmosphere was evident Tuesday night as Virginia delegates boarded buses to the Republican National Convention at the Xcel Center.September 02, 2008
SWAC POSTCARD: Republicans get back to convention
Tuesday saw the Republican National Convention back on track with President, former Tennessee Sen. Fred Thompson and Independent Connecticut Sen. Joe Lieberman speaking on behalf of “Country First.” President Bush was seen through a taped message from the White House.September 01, 2008
Storm cancels speeches, but parties continue
ST. PAUL, Minn.-Hurricane Gustav forced Republicans to restructure Monday’s convention schedule to avoid appearing insensitive, but the parties kept on going.August 31, 2008
Delegates arrive for convention
Hello, Minneapolis!Area Republicans energized by Palin, start of convention
Area Republicans head into this week’s Republican National Convention riding a tide of hope and momentum fueled in part by the selection of Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin as John McCain’s vice presidential running mate.August 23, 2008
Rep. Goodlatte opens Verona campaign office
Area Republicans turn out to support party candidatesJune 26, 2008
County GOP elects leader
A new era in Augusta County Republican Party politics began Thursday night.Page 1 of 1 pages
