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Carolyn grew up in Houston. She attended North Texas State and the University of Houston earning a teaching degree with a minor in music. She has been part of several singing groups and even worked as a studio backup singer for recording artists. She has been married to her husband Jerry for 45 years. They share four grown children and have 10 grandchildren and one great grandson. In 2005, she and her husband made the Canyon Lake area their home. Carolyn...

It’s hard to believe that in just a few short days we will be celebrating the 4th of July, the birth of our great nation. 1776 marked the beginning of so many sacrifices made over generations to ensure “Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness” for so many generations to follow. Surviving for 249 years as a great nation is a major achievement in our history. Celebrating our Independence has become a tradition for many Americans: parades, festivals, family gatherings, picnics, and...

Diane Dees is a leader in the Texas Federation of Republican Women. She is known to approach every challenge with determination. Her
professionalism attracts fellow team members and she consistently demonstrates confidence in completing projects and tasks effectively. Diane developed an interest in politics in 1994 and later joined the Richardson Republican Women. She has participated in state and national campaigns including those of George Bush, Pete Sessions, Angie Chen Button, and other local elections. Since 2005, Diane has attended Texas State...

I was honored to represent TFRW at the VEP Appreciation Conference May 3rd in Austin. The applause for TFRW gave me goosebumps hearing all the accolades for the awesome work we did during the election. We definitely made a difference and I thank all 600 VEP volunteers, and I especially thank Mary Heffernan. Your hard work turned the tides in those battle-ground states, and I can’t imagine what might have happened if we hadn’t put our whole hearts and souls...

Erica Whatley began her career in banking, ultimately working in the Wells Fargo Private Bank Legal Specialty Group in Washington, D.C., where she managed high-net-worth accounts for attorneys in the nation’s capital. Throughout her professional journey, she supported her husband on campaign trails from San Antonio to Philadelphia, Washington, D.C., and Austin – often with their young children in tow. After pausing her career to raise their three daughters, Erica returned to public service by helping Toni Anne Dashiell win re-election...

I’m amazed how quickly this year is flying by. We’re already getting ready for conventions, both TFRW and NFRW; the 89th Legislature is still moving ahead with only a short period of time to get things done, and summer is right around the corner when many of you will be taking a hiatus for a few months. I’ve really enjoyed reading all your newsletters and am so very proud of your accomplishments. I’m concerned about a few social media posts I’ve...