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Evidence is mounting that Barack Obama was elected president BECAUSE he was black.

Pride of blacks resulted in at least a 95% vote for Obama.

But white guilt fanned by Obama himself, his campaign and the media probably played an even bigger part.

So far, much of the evidence is random and anecdotal, but the accusations by Obama supporters and the media that those not planning to vote for Obama were “racists” certainly had a powerful effect. Voters were anxious to prove they weren't, that they had "moved on" from that.

Obama himself played the race card againt Hillary Clinton in the primaries and against John McCain in the final, playing the victim and inviting a guilty white reaction.

Media glorification of Obama and their trashing of Palin (a threat since she added an exciting and appealing dimension to the McCain candidacy) made it still easier to assuage white guilt with an Obama vote.

Chatham Republicans will gather at 7 p.m. at the Chatham Community Center, 702 Main Street, Chatham. All Chatham Republicans and conservatives are welcome. The agenda will include important issues of local, state and national interest.

The Chatham Republican Town Committee's regular meetings are the second Monday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Chatham Community Center, unless that day is a holiday, in which case the meeting will be on the third Monday. All Chatham Republicans and conservatives are invited to attend. For information, contact Walter Bilowz, Chairman, waldad@aol.com or 508 776 5694.

Monday , Oct 20, 7:00pm – 8:30pm IMPORTANT PRE-ELECTION MEETING!

702 Main Street, Chatham, MA 02633 (see calendar in Events for map location)

The Chatham Republican Town Committee normally meets monthly on the second Monday of the month at 7 p.m at the Chatham Community Center. In October the meeting is on the third Monday, the 20th, since the second Monday was a holiday.

Everyone who supports conservative Republican principles is welcome. Volunteers (teenagers to seniors) willing to help achieve victory on November 4th are especially welcome. Just come!

For details contact Chairman Walter Bilowz waldad@aol.com or 508 776 5694

Chatham and Orleans are sharing election headquarters at Skaket Corner in Orleans in the closed bank building near the Hearth & Kettle. Call to volunteer and for campaign materials. Office opens at 10 daily. Tel # 508 240 0115

For those in the "greater Chatham" area of Massachusets!!

Bumper stickers, yard signs and display signs have all arrived from the printer. They are available and can be had by contacting these two folks who are coordinating distribution for the Massachusetts Chatham Republican Town Committee:

Phil DuPont phil@dupont-associates.com 508 945 0687

Sandy Curtiss sandracape@comcast.net 508 432 7741

Chatham Republicans will be sharing headquarters space with the Orleans Republican Town Committee at Skaket Corner, Orleans. Those willing to volunteer time at the HQ should call Walter Bilowz 508 776 5694 or email at waldad@aol.com.

The headquarters will have campaign materials for all our outstanding Republican candidates -- Jeff Beatty for U.S. Senate, Don Howell for State Representative, Brad Crowell and Ric Barros for Barnstable County Commissioner (two openings) and Anastasia Walsh Perrino for Barnstable County Register of Probate.

For those who would like "bumber stickers" without sticky stuff to put in the back window of your car in your window, you can download them from our website for McCain/Palin and Jeff Beatty by clicking here and following the directions.

Sunday's Republican Roundup at Chatham's Wayside Inn was a resounding success. It drew the largest gathering in years. The enthusiastic crowd cheered repeatedly as McCain Palin spokeman Plymouth County Sherrif Joseph D. McDonald, Jr. spoke of John McCain's courage and service to his country and the electrifying effect of Sarah Palin's address to the Republican National Convention. He concluded by movingly detailing the injuries suffered by McCain during his five plus years in a Vietnam prison, noting that today not only can't McCain use a computer keyboard but he cannot lift his arm to salute the country and flag that he loves. "I'd rather have as president someone who wants to but can't salute his country's flag than somebody who can't be bothered to do so."

A dedicated volunteer from Truro spoke for Jeff Beatty, who sent his regrets because he was campaigning in Western Massachusetts. His report was of excellent crowds and repeated expressions from Democrats as well as independents that Kerry is just out of touch and doesn't relate to them. Beatty, who cannot match Kerry's huge advertising budget, is seeking multiple debates with Kerry, but Kerry so far has only agreed to one, clearly fearing head-on encounters with Beatty. People are mobilizing and alerady 4,000 are working to help Jeff Beatty defeat John Kerry.

Don Howell reported that he is getting an excellent reception in his contest for state representative as he has toured the Fourth Barnstable District. The most compelling issue on Cape Cod is homeowners' insurance, something his Democratic opponent has not lifted a finger about during her two years on Beacon Hill, preferring instead to focus on her favorite special interest rather than the major concern of her constituents.

Anastasia Walsh Perrino, a lawyer with experience in private practice as well as service in the Barnstable Registry of Probate, thanked those assembled for their support in her primary victory, then asked all to continue to work with her as she now faces a long-time Democratic state representative who many believe is seeking to "retire" to the Registry of Probate for more pension benefits and and a shorter commute to work. His "speciality" in the legislature was tourism, certainly not something to equip him to deal with the sensitive problems of families that come before the Registry.

Rounding out the program were the two excellent Republican candidates for County Commissioner, Since there are two open seats, both can be elected. Ric Barros of Barnstable has covered the country from one end to the other, just recently being in Falmouth where he grew up on his family's cranberry bogs. His dynamic presentation brought out frequent applause.

Brad Crowell's familiy has been on Cape Cod for generations. He therefore is confident that his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren will be living on Cape Cod long after his public service is over. He wants them to have the same wonderful Cape Cod that we enjoy. As chairman of the Cape Cod Commission he compiled a sensitive environmental record that earned praise from all parties. He closed by noting that some folks say he's "cheap." Well, he says, I am and I will take that attitude into the office serving the people of Barnstable County.

A special tribute was given to Mary LeClair, retiring after 30 years of service to Barnstable County, most recently as vice-chair of the Barnstable County Commission. Notable guests were chairmen of the several Repubican town committees of the Lower Cape and former state representative Shirley Gomes.

The event was sponsored by the Lower Cape Republican Council under the able leadership of Don Howell, now the Republican candidate for state representative for the Fourth Barnstable District.

It was announced that an area campaign office will be opening shortly at Skaket Corner in Orleans in the closed bank building by the Hearth & Kettle.

McCain Palin signs are in great demand and shipment from printers has been delayed, but quantities are expected to arrive this week in Chatham and other towns.

Thiose attending left with a reinforced determination to help elect these capable, dedicated Republicans to office.

Everyone is invited to the Chatham Wayside Inn this Sunday afternoon, September 21, from 3 to 5, to hear and speak to representatives of John McCain and Sarah Palin and the Republican candidates for U.S. Senate, state representative and Barnstable county offices. Click here for details.

Food, music, campaign stuff, a fun time for all.

Tickets may be purchased at the door. $30 to support the Republican campaign.

Everyone is invited to the Chatham Wayside Inn Sunday afternoon, September 21, from 3 to 5, to hear and speak to representatives of John McCain and Sarah Palin and to the Republican candidate for the U.S. Senate against John Kerry, Harwich's own Jeff Beatty.

Also attending will be Don Howell of Harwich, who is seeking to unseat Democrat Sarah Peake of Provincetown as State Representative from the Fourth Barnstable District.

Rounding out the field of candidates will be Brad Crowell and Ric Barros, who are contending for two seats on the Barnstable County Commission, and the Republican candidate for Register of Probate, who will be chosen in the September 16th primary, either Priscilla Young or Anastasia Walsh Perrino.

Bumper stickers, photos and buttons will be available. There will be food, music, a cash bar and a silent auction and a fun time for all.

We believe John McCain and Sarah Palin, both fearless fighters against corruption and special interests, are best able to clean up Congress, where both Biden and Obama, unfortunately, have been part of the problem. John McCain hates war, but knows that a strong defense is essential to keep us safe in these dangerous times of Russian adventurism and Islamic terror. Obama says he will slash our defense capabilities.

Jeff Beatty has a real chance to knock off John Kerry this November. Kerry's undistinguished 24 years in Washington have resulted in Kerry fatigue in Massachusetts. Jeff can't match Kerry's enormous wealth, but in courage, real experience, dedication and accomplishment -- and determination to fight for the people of Massachusetts, this former Army Delta Force Officer, former FBI agent,former CIA Counter-Terrorism Officer and small business owner comes out way ahead.

Don Howell has proven his worth serving his town of Harwich. Now he's ready to restore a sane voice for the people of the Fourth Barnstable District – one not beholden to any special interest -- to the State House.

Our county needs experienced, capable people who will value every taxpayer's dollar. Come hear why the Republican candidates for the county commission and the Office of Register of Probate are the ones on your side.

The Lower Cape Republican Roundup event is sponsored by the Lower Cape Republican Council (Don Howell, Chairman). Anyone may attend, but a special welcome will be out for voters in Chatham, Eastham, Harwich, Orleans, Provincetown, Truro and Wellfleet. Tickets are $30 each and can be obtained by calling Pat Klammer at 508-432-2963, Diane Bronsdon at 508-945-9218/945-3733 or Don Howell at 508-430-1672 or from a member of any of the Republican town committees or Howell headquarters at 14 Haskell Lane, Harwich.

While the national polls are showing a big shift towards the McCain/Palin ticket, the shift is also happening in Chatham as evidenced by anecdotal conversation at Chatham Village Market and elsewhere and by last night's attendance at the monthly meeting of the Chatham Republican Town Commmittee, which was standing room only at the Chatham Community Center.

People want to help and the Committee is getting McCain/Palin bumper stickers, yard signs and stick signs as quick as it can. A campaign headquarters should be opening in the next few weeks. Volunteers are calling. For those wanting to help and to get put on our email list, here's what to do. You can call Walter Bilowz, the Chairman, on his cell phone: 1 508 776 5694 or email him at waldad@aol.com. You can also email Republican @ChathamRepublicans.com, the address of this website, to volunteer or get on our mailing list.

Diane Bronsdon reported on the plans for the big Republican Roundup for the Lower Cape taking place at Chatham's Wayside Inn on Sunday, September 21, from 3 to 5. Republican candidate for the U.S. Senate Jeff Beatty will be there, as will Don Howell, Republican candidate for state representative for the Fourth Barnstable District (Harwich to Provincetown). Many other Republican candidates and notables are expected, including representatives of the McCain/Palin ticket.

It's a great chance to get together. There will be a silent auction, music, food and a cash bar and plenty of campaign stuff, a bargain for $30. All who want to shake up Washington and Beacon Hill are welcome and urged to attend. Email Republican@ChathamRepublicans for ticket information or call Diane Bronsdon at 508-945-9218 or 508-945-3733. Check out the ad in this week's Chronicle.

Remember, there is a primary contest this coming Tuesday for the Republican nomination for Barnstable County Register of Probate. There are two excellent, experienced candidates, Priscilla Young, who attended our meeting last night, and Anastasia Walsh Perrino. Each has a website, so you can check out their stories.

Don Howell reported on the progress of his campaign, which is going well, and confirmed that he also sees a surge of support for John McCain and Sarah Palin throughout the district. Someone commented on the recent article about Sarah Palin where she was described as a "happy warrior" with a "joyful demeanor." That was the mood last night.

Monday, September 8
Chatham Republican Town Committee meets Monday, September 8th (and every second Monday of the month) at the Chatham Community Center, 702 Main Street, Chatham, MA 02633. We welcome and urge to attend anyone who wants to help elect John McCain and Sarah Palin as President and Vice President and Jeff Beatty as U.S. Senator. For additional information, contact Chairman Walter Bilowz waldad@aol.com or Republican@ChathamRepublicans.com. But just come..

See the Events page for a map showing the location of the Chatham Community Center.

There is a contested primary election for the Republican nomination for Barnstable Couny Register of Probate on Tuesday, September 16th between Priscilla Young and Anastasia Walsh Perrino. Be sure to vote.

What do you think of a congressman who in a hearing expresses delight that al-Qaeda now knows what a U.S. government official who is working to defeat al-Qaeda looks like?

That congressman unfortunately represents the Tenth Congressional District of Massachusetts, which includes Cape Cod and Chatham.

William Delhahunt, not content with being so cozy with Venenzuela's de facto dictator Hugo Chavez that he calls him his "excellent friend," is into outing patriotic Americans fighting Islamic terrorism.

So Delahunt is the first to enter our Hall of Shame. A well-earned honor.

Oh, you missed the congressional hearing? Do note the delight in the congressman's expression as he "outed" the American official fighting terrorism.

Chatham's annual 4th of July parade was once again a smashing success. More than 25,000 gathered under parade-perfect weather conditions to watch the long chain of marchers, dancers, bands, floats and others celebrating Independence Day. This was one of the biggest parades, taking more than an hour and a half to traverse Main Street from Shore Road to the Route 28 rotary.

Special tribute was paid to the Coast Guard and the 200th anniversary of Chatham Light.

The Chatham Republican Town Committee's lively contingent featured patriotic themes -- historic American flags, red, white and blue bunting and God Bless America as well as Republican candidates for public office: Former Delta Force Officer Jeff Beatty to oust Senator Kerry in November, veteran Harwich selectman Don Howell to win back the state representative seat on Beacon Hill and a spirited contest for the Republican nomination for Register of Probate between Priscilla Young and Anastasia Walsh Perrino.

Carrying the banner for the Chatham Republicans were former State Senator Jo Ann Sprague and CRTC Vice Chairman Diane Bronsdon.

CRTC Chairman Walter Bilowz waved the colors of the Grand Old Party. Riding along were event chairman Phil DuPont and CRTC Secretary Mary Mikita.

This is a fitting time of year to support those who have sacrificed and are now sacrificing for America. To learn how and to contribute online or off, click here.