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Inspire. Unite. Achieve.

MEMBERSHIP FEEDBACK

TFRW ‘BEYOND’

The Texas Federation of Republican Women is a premier political force of Republican women. The organization
gives women a visible place to have our voices heard in local governments, courts, and the legislature.
But how has that happened? How have we made such an impact over the years? The answer is in our name
“Federation.” Our Federation is made up of Republican Women’s clubs all over Texas; each with a distinct
personality and way of getting the job done. We are all a little different, but unite under a central board, focused
on common goals.

This method of organization has worked because of a mutually beneficial partnership: the leadership provides
the structure and support for members to be agents of change in their communities. In turn, the membership
recognizes the Federation works in its best interest to achieve success influencing policy, supporting candidates, or
electing leaders of Texas.

Many of our clubs have enabled its members to reach goals that help elect a favorite candidate, organize a
fundraiser, or award scholarships to exceptional students. These Republican Women have become leaders in their
communities and inspire others, often without recognition, and always motivated by selfless dedication. We, all
members of the TFRW, are proud of the organization we have built.
The political relevancy that we enjoy today and offer Texas Women is essential to our Party. To sustain the growth
of our organization, we need to maintain a strong handle on critical issues facing us now… and BEYOND. It will
start with our clubs, small and large, to give voice on how to keep our Federation moving into the future, as well as
defining needs and priorities.

Throughout the next two years, this committee will ask for membership feedback to define issues facing us in the
near future and which may lead to long-term planning. We will need input from all levels: from individual members,
clubs, regions, districts, and the board. Your voice is needed to identify our common goals, such as growing
membership, developing plans to prepare Republican Women for elected office, and most important – remaining
a political, influential, and relevant force at all levels of Texas government. As a member of the Federation we ask
your help and feedback to define and set the narrative for our future.

Shirley A. Martinez | Membership Feedback Committee Chair

PRESIDENT’S E-NEWSLETTER | APRIL 2018 16 TEXAS FEDERATION OF REPUBLICAN WOMEN