There is an image problem for the GOP – Grand Old Party – and that in itself is part of the problem.

Republicans took a hammering this past election across the board. We want your opinion on what worked – on the national, state and local levels. We also want to know what didn't work. Then finally what should change for Republicans – to appeal to more people. To convince those that are on the edge to look to conservative ideas and ideals.

The hammering that the party took ends with this election. We need to learn from what happened with this election so that it does not happen again. Republicans need to market themselves better. We want your thoughts.

Please comment here or email us at RepubliCANofME@gmail.com

There is a little over 1400 days until the next election.

October 9, 2012 - Knox County Republican Committee - Meeting

Come show support for Republican Candidates in Knox County on Tuesday at 6 pm. Jon Courtney, Carole Gartley and Chris Rector will be there to answer questions and this will be an opportunity to hear what is going to happen for the last 30 days of the campaign.

Where in the world was Jon Courtney today?

Cole Farms in Gray, ACE Hardware in Gary, Waldo's General Store in Falmouth, TD Bank in Falmouth and the Republican Party meet and greet in North Yarmouth.

Jon Courtney is covering District 1 again letting the voters know that he is there for them. To find out more visit his web site JonCourtney or like him on Facebook at: http://www.facebook.com/jonforcongress

Jon Courtney receives the endorsement of the Maine Sportsman's Alliance

Today in Augusta it was announced by Maine Sportsman's Alliance (SAM) their endorsement of Jon Courtney for the 1st Congressional District race. No other candidate has received SAMs endorsement for this coming election and this is the first time that Mike Michaud has not received SAMs endorsement. For more up to date information on Jon and what he is doing for you. Or to give him your support. Like him on Facebook or visit him at JonCourtney.com

Come meet Senator Chris Rector, Carole Gartley and Jon Courtney Sept. 26

The Knox County Republican women will be holding a business meeting on Wednesday September 26. This meeting will be held at the Helm - located on route 1 in Rockport.

Guest will include State Senator Chris Rector and House Candidate Carole Gartley. Also planning on attending is Jon Courtney - US Candidate for US Congress.

This meeting starts at 11:30 and runs until noon at which point lunch will be served. There will be a silent auction and the results will be announced at then conclusion of lunch.

For more information please contact Linda Brawn at 236-3123.

We have learned that Charlie Summers is supposed to be attending this meeting also. To find out more about Charlie visit him at: summersformaine.com or on facebook

Where in the world is Jon Courtney?

We don't know where he is right now but Jon has been jumping around the state these last few days and he was most recently spotted at Pikes Industries in Wells this evening. Jon was attending a fund raiser for Senator Ron Collins and toured the facility with Ron and Rick Goodrich.

Jon also made a stop over at the Nonantum in Kennebunkport. This Grand Hotel located on the Kennebunk River played host to a fund raiser for Deb Plowman this evening.

Earlier in the day Jon was spotted at the Kennebunk location of Courtney Cleaners in Kennebunk and also at the Kennebunk Post Office with Rep. Paul Bennett and his daughter Clarke Canfield.

Show support for Jon and his campaign against Chelie Pingree. Like him on Facebook. Check him out at his webpage, send him an email detailing the issues you feel are important in this campaign.

Keep your Calender Clear for Jon Courtney

Grand Opening of Campaign Headquarters

Join Jon and celebrate the opening of his Campaign Headquarters, Friday Sept. 14. Jon will be on hand to give you an update on his campaign, answer questions and help make phone calls.

Headquarters is located inside Maine GOP Victory Center, 21 Saco Street in Westbrook. The festivities begin at 5:30 and refreshments will be served.


Bowdoinham's 250 Anniversary Parade

Join Jon and other volunteers and march in the parade to celebrate the 250th anniversary of Bowdoinham. Line up starts at 9:30 at the fire station on Post Street. Parade begins at 10.

Jon Courtney's Campaign against Chellie

Jon Courtney is going to unseat US Rep. Chellie Pingree in Maine's 1st Congressional District come November. Jon's campaign has purchased airtime on a variety of cable tv stations.

View his TV spot: Jon Courtney

The idea is to get name recognition for Jon and give a little bio about him to the public. Jon has numerous accomplishments that the public may not be aware of. “We want to get the message out” according to Keith Herrick – Jon's campaign manager.

“We passed every major reform with bipartisan cooperation,” Courtney says in the ad. “Regulatory, welfare, health insurance and pension reform. We reduced debt, all while protecting our most vulnerable and keeping our promises to seniors.”

Courtney is running a hard campaign with Chellie who has raised more campaign funds than Jon. Pingree currently has a slight edge over Courtney in the polls.

Jon and his supporters are out every day knocking on doors and letting people know what Jon stands for – Jon is a man of principles, values and ethics. Jon has and continues to fight for the independence of families rather than dependence. Jon wants to earn your vote and not buy it as his opponent is doing. For a breath of fresh ideas and values support Jon Courtney. See what Jon is doing at joncourtney.com or find him on Facebook.

Support Jon in his efforts.

Sept 14, 2012 join Jon Courtney at the Westbrook Victory Center

The Satellite office for the Jon Courtney for Congress campaign will be up and running next week. This will be located at the Westbrook Victory Center. Join Jon next Friday (September 14) night to make phone calls from 4 – 8 pm. For more on Jon Courtney like him on Facebook or visit him at Jon Courtney.

Jon Courtney visits Mid-Coast Maine

Jon Courtney was again making the rounds on the campaign trail yesterday (Sept 31). He came to the mid coast area of Maine and turned up in a number of locations. Jon stopped by and talked with Richard Masters of Masters Machine Company and toured the plant. He also dropped in on Vice President Rob Hunt of N.C. Hunt Lumber in Damariscotta.

As Jon moved up the coast he settled in for some lunch at Moody's Dinner in Waldoboro. Meeting with voters at the dinner it also gave Jon a chance to touch base with House candidate Ellen Winchenbach who joined Jon there.

From the dinner it was a quick trip up Rt. 1 to Warren where join toured Lie-Nielsen Tools with owner Tom. Then to end the tour it was a drive down to Boothbay where Jon stopped in on Dawn Gilbert at her hair salon in Boothbay Harbor. Dawn introduced Jon to some people while there. While down in Boothbay Jon met up with House Candidate Stephanie Hawke.

Jon is out there because he understands the need for change in the state and in Washington. Show support for Jon by visiting his web site at joncourtney.com

Jon Courtney covers the first district this past weekend

Jon was spotted at the Union Fair with his wife and Senator Savage during the flag raising ceremony at the Chamber of Commerce. He also had a chance to meet with Bob Carter who is running for a seat in the house this upcoming election.

In the afternoon on Saturday it was a quick drive over to Winthrop and another meeting with Rep Pat Flood who is seeking his fourth term.

The busy day ended with a fund raiser at the Morrison's home in New Gloucester for Rep Ellie Espling which was a huge success.

For more on Jon and his campaign please visit him at his website. Joncourtney.com

Jon Cortney from Cape Elizabeth to Warren

Today was a busy day for Jon Cortney traveling from Cape Elizabeth to South Portland and finally ending in Warren tonight.

In a whirlwind of activity Jon visited with Phil the owner of Broadway Gardens, he was seen at Mill Creek Plaza in South Portland and paid a visit at the Cape Elizabeth Central Fire Station. He ended the day in a meeting in Warren where over 120 people came out to listen and meet Jon.

Jon is out to listen to what is concerning you in the 1st District. Where has Chellie been? That is the difference we have seen with Jon. He listens and is concerned for those that he will represent in Washington after this election is over. Support Jon in his efforts. Jon is going to be the voice of the people in Washington. Visit him at Jon Courtney. Like him on facebook