Chairman's Corner: A Note from Chairman Wood

This weekend, we recognize two important American traditions: Flag Day and Father’s Day. It’s a fitting moment to reflect on both our national values and the foundational role of family in American culture.

Years ago, in 2009, I wrote about how Democrats often acknowledge Father’s Day with pleasant words, but rarely support policies that strengthen the role of fathers in the home. Instead, their approach tends to expand government in ways that replace, rather than reinforce, the traditional family structure. When the government becomes the “father,” it not only undermines the independence and self-accountability of individual citizens but also the very institutions that hold our communities together.

Republicans believe in real fatherhood: responsibility, protection, provision, and mentorship. We don’t just talk about family values - we legislate and lead with them.

This belief in personal responsibility and teamwork is also what fuels our wins, not just at the ballot box, but even on the ball field.

Congratulations to our Republican team for dominating the 2025 Congressional Baseball Game for the fifth straight year! Once again, our side showed what discipline, grit, and unity can accomplish. It was a moment of great pride for our party and a light-hearted yet meaningful reminder that we’re here to win in every arena.

Earlier this week, we issued the official call for the RPA Summer State Committee Meeting, and I’ve received several questions about who exactly qualifies as a voting member.

For further questions, feel free to reference the RPA Rules (Article IV, Section 2) HERE.

RPA Chairman Joseph K.Wood

Here’s a quick summary of those eligible to vote at the meeting:



✅ State Executive Officers – Chairman, Vice Chairman, Secretary, Deputy Secretary, Treasurer, Deputy Treasurer, National Committeeman & Committeewoman

✅ Finance & Rules Chairmen, General & Deputy General Counsel

✅ Congressional District Officers

✅ County Chairs, State Committeemen & Committeewomen

✅ Leaders of Allied Republican Organizations – AFRW, AFYR, College

Republicans, TARS

✅ Current Republican elected officials serving in state or federal office

✅ Former Republican Governors, U.S. Senators, or Representatives

If you are a voting member of the State Committee and unable to attend the Summer Meeting in person, you must submit a proxy form as soon as possible to ensure your vote is counted.

To designate a proxy:

1. Fill out the proxy form available on our website
2. Email the completed and signed form to Randall King at [email protected]

Please note: Typed signatures will not be accepted - forms must be physically signed.

Submitting your proxy promptly helps us verify credentials early and ensures a smooth and efficient check-in process on the day of the meeting. We appreciate your attention to this important step in keeping our Party business moving forward.

– Chairman Joseph K. Wood

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