This week’s updates from around the district:
- 11th District Download
- TONIGHT (Tues., Mar. 4): Winsome Sears for Governor fundraiser
- Last day to donate to the Western NC Food Drive is TOMORROW, Wed., Mar. 5
- Mason District GOP breakfast Sat., Mar. 8
- Fairfax County magisterial district budget town hall meetings in March
- FLECAC meeting Wed., Mar. 12
- Next Fairfax GOP membership meeting Tues., Mar. 18
- Next 11CD Committee meeting Wed., Mar. 19
- Upcoming Republican Women’s Club meetings
- Applications window for GMRWC’s Betty Greer Scholarship still open
- Supervisor and LG candidate Pat Herrity’s annual St. Patrick’s Day Party Sun., March 16
- WMAL Free Speech Forum Sun., Apr. 27–tickets available now
Visit the 11th District’s website at
11cdgop.org for all information updates.
NEWSLETTER ANNOUNCEMENT REMINDER: If you’d like to have an announcement in the newsletter, please email Mike Ginsberg at mikeforscc@gmail.com. The 11CD Newsletter goes out on Tuesday mornings, so please try to have your announcement requests in by Monday at 12 noon.
In his second term, President Trump is already delivering on his promise to cut waste, end fraud, and put America First. Voters are seeing the impact of his bold leadership, and the momentum is shifting in our favor.
But here in Fairfax County, there is not a single Republican representing us in Richmond. The 2025 elections are just around the corner, and we have 15 House of Delegates seats that must be challenged. Control of the House of Delegates is within reach — Democrats hold a slim 51-49 majority.
If we can flip just two or three seats, we can bring common-sense conservative leadership back to Virginia!
Will you step up and fight for our values?
Democrats in Richmond have gone too far. They’ve embraced radical policies that put illegal immigrants before citizens, allow biological males to compete in women’s sports, and blocked Governor Youngkin’s efforts to expand school choice and end the car tax.
But here’s the good news: The people are on our side.
Even Democrats admit they’re in trouble! Virginia Democrat Senator Mark Warner recently confessed: “I think the Democrats’ brand is really bad, and I think this was an election based on culture. And the Democrats’ kind of failure to connect on a cultural basis with a wide swath of Americans is hugely problematic.”
Polling proves it. Governor Youngkin’s Virginia Opportunity Scholarship program enjoys a +29 approval rating among all voters — including +36 among Black voters and +55 among Hispanics.
Voters are ready for change. Now we need candidates who are willing to fight for that change!
Join the Fairfax GOP for a House of Delegates Candidate Interest Meeting:
Saturday, March 8 at 2:00 PM
City of Fairfax Library, 10360 North St, Fairfax, VA 22030
You’ll hear from Republican leaders and learn:
- How to qualify and file to run for office
- What it takes to launch a successful campaign
- What resources are available to help you win
Guest speakers include:
- Rich Anderson, Chairman, Republican Party of Virginia
- Katie Gorka, Chairwoman, Fairfax GOP
- Nick Andersen, Vice Chair of Finance, Fairfax GOP
- Sean Murphy, President, SPM Strategies
Fairfax County Needs You!
You don’t have to be a career politician. You don’t need millions of dollars. What we need are bold, committed conservatives who are ready to stand up for common sense and take the fight to the Democrats.
The time is right!
If you’ve ever considered running — or if you know someone who should — this is your chance to make a real impact.
RSVP today and take the first step toward flipping Fairfax red!
Virginia and Fairfax County deserve better leadership. It’s time to step up and make it happen!
Katie Gorka
Fairfax GOP Chairman
Winsome Sears for Governor Reception – TONIGHT, Tuesday, Mar. 4
You are invited to a reception in support of Winsome Sears for Governor on the evening of Tuesday, March 4, at 7:30pm at 4010 Sherford Place, Fairfax. Tickets are $250 and sponsorships are available. Click here to get your tickets. Details in the flyer pictured.
Last Day to Donate to the Western NC Food Drive is TOMORROW, Wed., Mar. 5
The last day to donate to the food drive for victims of Hurricane Helene is TOMORROW, Wednesday, March 5th. Thanks to President Trump’s visit to Western NC right after his Inauguration, roads and bridges are being repaired and debris is being hauled out, but residents are still struggling to recover from devastating losses. Many people are living in RVs, and some continue to live in tents on their property in the middle of the winter, because their homes simply washed away.
Can you please spend a few dollars on non-perishable food items; Food Lion gift cards; or basic necessities from an Amazon wish list (
here)? You can also Venmo a donation to
@Lin-Dai Kendall, one of the members of the Republican Women of Clifton, who is driving supplies to Western NC this Thursday.
The strong and proud people of Western NC must rely on the kindness and generosity of strangers to help them reclaim their lives.
Please drop off your donations today (Tuesday) or tomorrow (Wednesday) at the Fairfax GOP headquarters, 4246 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax 22030 from 10 AM – 4 PM each day.
Many thanks!
Mason District Breakfast Sat., Mar. 8
The Mason District GOP will be hosting its monthly breakfast this Saturday, March 8, beginning at 8:30am at Glory Days Grill, Barcroft Plaza Shopping Center, 6341 Columbia Pike, Falls Church 22041. Cost is $15 (whether you eat breakfast or not). The guest speaker will be Tyler O’Neil, managing editor at the Daily Signal and author of The Woketopus.
Upcoming Fairfax Magisterial District Budget Town Hall Meetings in March
Fairfax County Supervisors and School Board Members will be holding town halls in their magisterial districts on budget issues in March. We encourage you to attend to learn about how the county plans to spend your tax dollars and hear elected officials’ justifications for ever-increasing tax burdens. on Fairfax residents.
Details for all the town halls are below.
- Providence Budget Town Halls
- Sully Budget Town Hall
- Hunter Mill Budget Town Halls
- Wednesday, March 12, 7:00pm – North County Government Center, Community Room, Facebook Live Stream
- Wednesday, March 19, 7:00pm – Teams meeting, recording available on YouTube
- Springfield Budget Town Hall
- Mason District Budget Town Hall
- Braddock Budget Town Hall
- Thursday, March 27, 7:00pm – Channel 16
- Dranesville Budget Town Halls
FLECAC Meeting Wed., Mar. 12
The Family Life Education Curriculum Advisory Committee (FLECAC), appointed by the Fairfax County School Board, is planning to meet Wednesday, March 12, from 7:00-9:00 PM, at the FCPS Administration Building, 1st floor cafeteria, 8115 Gatehouse Road, Falls Church. This FLECAC meeting was initially scheduled in January and again in February, but canceled both months, due to snow.
The discussion will center around a proposal to introduce the topic of gender ideology in the Currently, Family Life Education (sex ed) begins introducing gender ideology in the 7th grade in FCPS.
The front door of the building will be locked. Access to the building will only be through the parking garage, at the rear of the building. To access the garage, go past the sign for the front entry, and drive to the back of the building After parking, take the elevator to the first floor.
Please plan to attend this very important meeting. We can’t complain about the decisions being made if we don’t at least show up and push back.
Next Fairfax GOP Committee Membership Meeting Tues., Mar. 18
The next 11th District Republican Committee meeting will be held on Tuesday, March 18, at 7:00pm at Langley High School, 6520 Georgetown Pike, McLean 22101. Please enter through Door #4.
Next 11CD Committee Meeting – Wed., Mar. 19
The next 11th District Republican Committee meeting will be held on Wednesday, March 19, at 7:00pm at Fairfax GOP headquarters, 4246 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax 22030. The call is here.
Upcoming Republican Women’s Club Meetings
Wed., Mar. 19, 7:00pm: Republican Women of Clifton meeting. At the Clifton Town Hall, 12641 Chapel Road, Clifton 20124.
Thurs., Mar. 20, 6:30pm: Colonial Mt. Vernon Republican Women’s Club. At ServiceMaster, 7551 Fordson Road, Alexandria 22306.
Apply Now for the Greater McLean Republican Women’s Club’s Betty Greer Scholarship
The Greater McLean Republican Women’s Club (GMRWC) awards a $1,000 scholarship annually to a graduating high school senior who resides in Fairfax County, VA. The student must be planning to attend an accredited college, technical or vocational school. The award is based on the student’s involvement in Republican activities as well as, academic and other achievements.
The scholarship is named after Betty Greer, a life member and past president of the GMRWC. Betty also served in many capacities on the Virginia Federation of Republican Women Board of Directors and was the winner of a National Federation of Republican Women “Tribute to Women” award. She was an enthusiastic volunteer for Republican politics at the local, state and federal levels. She also helped her community by volunteering at her church, her children’s schools and various charities.
You can download the application form
here. Please share with any graduating seniors you know!
Application Deadline is May 1, 2025. The winner will be notified within two weeks and will be invited along with parents to attend the GMRWC spring event as esteemed guests.
Supervisor Pat Herrity’s Annual St. Patrick’s Day Party Sun., March 16
Pat Herrity, Springfield District Supervisor and candidate for Lieutenant Governor, invites you to join him for his annual St. Patrick’s Day Party on Sun. March 16 at the Springfield Country Club, 8301 Old Keene Mill Road, Springfield. Come enjoy Irish beer, Irish music, traditional Irish food favorites, and special guest speakers (to be announced soon)! It’s always a great time and a great place to meet and chat with fellow Republicans.
Tickets available now online
here.
WMAL Free Speech Forum on Sun., April 27 at The Birchmere
WMAL Radio is once again hosting its legendary Free Speech Forum at
The Birchmere in Alexandria on Sunday, April 27, at 7:00pm.
Join Chris Plante, Larry O’Connor, and Vince Coglianese as they share the stage celebrate the First 100 Days of the new administration, while taking your questions… and holding nothing back! Enjoy a night of laughs, behind the scenes stories, and unfiltered conversations with like-minded WMAL listeners.
Doors will open at 5:00pm and show begins at 7:00pm. Tickets are on sale today–you can get yours now online
here.
