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Major Forum to Meet & Greet Candidates, Aug. 2
- This event will be hosted by The Womens Federated Republican Club.
- Voters are invited to a timely forum featuring Florida State Republican candidates and seated elected officials at Hialeah’s Milander Center.
HIALEAH, Fla., July 12, 2018 - Key issues facing South Florida voters will be the hot topic of discussion on Aug. 2, as Republican candidates gather at a forum hosted by the Federated Republican Women of North Dade (FRWND).
The one-of-a-kind “Meet & Greet" with candidates of the 2018 election season takes place at Hialeah’s Milander Center for Arts & Entertainment, 6-9:30pm. The event offers a unique opportunity for candidates running for state and federal offices to address issues of local concern -- all at once, all under one roof.
The free event includes hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar, as well as a Private VIP Reception offering photo opportunities with the candidates and elected officials at 6 p.m. For ticketing and event information, click here.
Starting at 7:00pm, FRWND Treasurer and Miami-based attorney Jane Muir will moderate a discussion among each group of candidates in the races for U.S. House of Representatives Districts 23, 25, 26 and 27; Florida State Governor, Attorney General, and Commissioner of Agriculture; Florida State Senate Districts 36 and 40; and Florida House seats 103, 105, 112, 113, 114, 115, 118, 119, 119, and 120.
Also among the speakers will be a special appearance by City of Hialeah Mayor Carlos Hernandez, who will provide a keynote address regarding Governor Rick Scott.
FRWND focuses on informing the electorate through political education and activities, disseminating information to members, increasing the effectiveness of women in the cause of good government through active participation, and facilitating cooperation among Republican Women’s Clubs in the State of Florida.
“Our local chapter is a dynamic group that seeks to inform and engage Republican women in politics for the good of our state and the country overall,” says Chapter President Maricel Cobitz.
“As such, we are looking forward to serving Republican voters by hosting this exciting forum that will inform and educate the electorate on where our candidates stand on the important issues in our region,” she said.
This major event is open to all Republican voters throughout South Florida. Business-attire is recommended.
“As one of the of the most important elections seasons we’ve seen in many years, our chapter is honored to be able to host such a well-timed forum for the voters and candidates,” added Muir.
“We welcome all Republican women, men, and guests to join us, support our efforts, and engage in the political process,” she added.
Fellow officers Vice President Ada Fennell and Secretary Maite Bocanegra join President Cobitz and Treasurer Muir on the FRWND Board.
Sponsorship
A range of sponsorships opportunities is still available: from the “Donation” and “Friend” levels for $250 and $500, respectively; to the Bronze, Silver, and Gold levels at $1,000, $2,500, and $5,000, respectively. For $10,000, Platinum Sponsors receive 30 tickets to the Private VIP Reception with the candidates, a full-page ad in event program, and promotional material or corporate logo on premises.
General Admission
To confirm free tickets, all general-admission guests must register via Eventbrite at and bring their ticket confirmation and photo ID to the door.
VIP Admission
To confirm VIP admission, guests must register and present a photo ID at the door.
For information, send an email to FRWND, call 786-290-4333, or visit the FRWND website or Facebook. Also be sure to visit the Florida Federation of Republican Women for general information. Milander Center for Arts & Entertainment is located at 4800 Palm Avenue, Hialeah, Florida 33012.
Forum Candidates
For U.S. House of Representatives:
Dist. 23 - Carlos Reyes
Dist. 23 - Joe Kaufman
Dist. 25 - Mario Diaz-Balart
Dist. 26 - Souraya Faas
Dist. 27 - Angie Chirino
Dist. 27 - Bruno Barreiro
Dist. 27 - Gina Sosa
Dist. 27 - Bettina Aguilera Rodriguez
Dist. 27 - Maria Peiro
Dist. 27 - Maria Elvira Salazar
Dist. 27 - Elizabeth Adadi
Dist. 27 - Michael Obevzion
Dist. 27 - Stephen Marks
For State Commissioner of Agriculture:
Denise Grimsley
Matt Caldwell
Col. Mike McCalister
For State Governor:
Bruce Nathan
Robert White
For State Attorney General:
Frank White
Ashley Moody
For State Senate:
Dist. 36 - Manny Diaz, Jr.
Dist. 40 - Marili Cancio
For State House of Representatives:
Dist. 103 - Frank Mingo
Dist. 105 - Ana Maria Rodriguez
Dist. 113 - Jonathan Parker
Dist. 114 - Javier Enriquez
Dist. 115 - Rhonda Lopez
Dist. 118 - Anthony Rodriguez
Dist. 119 - Analeen Martinez
Dist. 119 - Bibiana Potestad
Dist. 120 - Holly Raschien
About Federated Republican Women
Formed in early 2017, Federated Republican Women of North Dade is the latest chapter to join growing network of such organizations of women and their supporters in the State of Florida. FRWND seeks to recruit members and contributions, and hosts an ongoing series of events in the northern incorporated and unincorporated areas of Miami-Dade County including Hialeah, Miami Lakes, Palm Springs, Aventura, North Miami Beach, North Miami, Miami Gardens, Sunny Isles, and Golden Beach.
As a political organization organized under Section 527 of the Internal Revenue Code, FRWND also facilitates cooperation among Republican Women’s Clubs in the State of Florida, serves to foster loyalty to the Republican Party and to promote its principles and candidates in all elections including non-partisan elections, and supports the objectives and policies of the (NFRW), The Republican National Committee (RNC), the Republican Party of Florida (RPOF), and to work for the election of the Republican Party’s nominees.
