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Stronger Together: How Young Republicans Strengthen Local GOP Infrastructure
The essential influence Young Republicans have on local leadership, county parties, and clubs. Young Republicans are our future. We are working professionals ages 18-40 who strengthen the Republican Party with fresh blood, energy, creativity, and organization. In this blog, I cover the critical roles Young Republicans have with local leaders (candidates, elected officials), county parties, and local GOP clubs (Republican Women clubs, city Republican clubs, minority clubs, et
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9 hours ago2 min read


The Logistics of Leadership: How CCYR Hosted a Successful TX AG Debate
Collin County Young Republicans knocked it out of the park by hosting a successful Texas Attorney General Debate featuring Joan Huffman, Mayes Middleton, and Aaron Reitz on February 4th, 2026 in Plano. Pre-Event Promotion As a volunteer who manages Collin County Young Republicans’ newsletters, I had a glimpse into the behind-the-scenes planning two months prior . Given the scale of the event, an extensive promotional campaign was required. While Chairwoman Shelby Johnston
gracielacuster
Feb 63 min read


Beyond the Court: How the Collin County Young Republicans Mastered Grassroots Engagement
CCYR Pickleball had over 160 attendees! Photo credit: CCYR Collin County Young Republican s’ SOLD OUT Pickleball event exceeded my expectations. Sporting events can be overstimulating with people eager to play and others cheering on in a loud, enclosed venue. That was not the case at Chicken N Pickle in Allen, Texas. The layout of the complex included indoor and outdoor courts. The cool weather allowed us to take a group picture before playing and watching pickleball mat
gracielacuster
Sep 8, 20252 min read


Connecting Conservatives: Recap of CCYR’s June Networking Night
Collin County Young Republicans Last night, I had the pleasure of attending the Collin County Young Republicans ’ (CCYR) June Happy Hour at The Elwood in McKinney, Texas. It was a well-organized and energetic evening filled with networking, meaningful conversations, and reconnecting with friends and colleagues. About Collin County Young Republicans Collin County Young Republicans is a grassroots organization affiliated with the Texas Federation of Young Republicans. Led by a
gracielacuster
Jun 26, 20252 min read
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