Upcoming Events

Chicago Young Republicans Weigh In

CPAC Chicago to feature breakout sessions with national media personalities

New Picture (1)

CHICAGO - Besides national conservatives such as Governors Chris Christie, Bobby Jindal and John Kasich, Congress members Michele Bachmann, Tim Huelskamp, Peter Roskam, Randy Hultgren, and former presidential contenders Herman Cain and Rick Santorum, there will be more at CPAC Chicago, June 8th at the Rosemond Convention Center.

The day-long conference will feature breakout sessions, policy discussions, workshops and networking opportunities focused on the principles of limited government, individual rights, free markets and traditional values . Here's some of the panels where you'll hear from media personalities like Fred Barnes, Dana Perino, Guy Benson, John Fund and Juan Williams. Click here for the latest full agenda:

  • All Star Panel: A Look at the 2012 Political Landscape 
  • President Obama's Fast & Furious Disregard for the Rule of Law
  • Defending Self-Defense: The Liberal's Shadow War on the Second Amendment
  • Choice and Innovation in Education: A Reform Agenda for Schools
  • Jobs in Jeopardy: The Future of Capitalism in the Midwest
  • Waking Goliath: The Midwest Stands Up to Union Special Interests
  • Repeal and Replace: The Ongoing Fight for Healthcare Freedom in America
  • Voter Fraud: Obama's Ties to Election Fraud  

Reserve your seat by clicking HERE.  The Chicago Young Republicans has been officially added to the Affiliate Program.  Be sure to to enter CYRs when you see the question, "Do you belong to a group?"  It is the very last question on the registration page before the green "Pay Now" button.

Senator Kirk Releases Video on Recovery Progress

Senator Kirk: "I want to thank everyone for the patience and support they are giving me to recover"  

2012 Illinois Republican State Convention

2012 Illinois Republican State Convention

Friday, June 8 & Saturday, June 9
Tinley Park Convention Center
18451 Convention Center Drive
Tinley Park, IL 60477

 

American Conservative Union partners with Right Nation and Heartland Institute for CPAC Chicago

WASHINGTON, DC – The American Conservative Union (ACU) Chairman Al Cardenas today announced that the legendary Conservative Political Action Conference is going back on the road this summer, hosting the first in a series of regional CPACs in 2012 in Chicago, Illinois. Scheduled for Friday, June 8, 2012, CPAC Chicago will energize and mobilize Midwestern conservatives, giving them the tools needed to defeat the liberal agenda in 2012, while also highlighting rising conservative stars in the region. Online registration is now available at www.conservative.orgBe sure to enter CYRs in the, "Do you belong to a group?" box.  It is the very last question on the registration page before the green "Pay Now" button

YRNF and CRNC Join "Crossroads Generation" Effort to Win Young Voters

May 14, 2012 - Washington, DC - The College Republican National Committee and the Young Republican National Federation and have partnered with American Crossroads and the Republican State Leadership Committeeto launch an unprecedented youth initiative, Crossroads Generation, to mobilize young people for Republicans.

Crossroads Generation, which will be structured as an Independent Expenditure Only Committee, will begin with an initial $750,000 in start-up capital. The project is is funded through CRNC, RSLC, and American Crossroads, which have each contributed $250,000 to the project.

With young people facing high unemployment, a grim job market and record high student loan debt, the youth vote is up for grabs.

Crossroads Generation will tap into the CRNC's membership of more than 250,000 college students on over 1,800 campuses nationwide and the YRNF's membership of 100,000 young professionals throughout the country.

Ohio Governor John Kasich to Address CPAC Chicago

 

Country’s Leading Conservative Organization Partners with Right Nation and The Heartland Institute to Host Midwest’s Premier Conservative Gathering in Summer 2012

 

WASHINGTON, DC – American Conservative Union (ACU) Chairman Al Cardenas today announced Governor John Kasich (R – OH) as the next featured speaker in a lineup of conservative stars to address CPAC Chicago – the first of two regional Conservative Political Action Conferences slated for 2012.

Scheduled for Friday, June 8, 2012, CPAC Chicago takes the fight for the future of America directly to President Barack Obama’s backyard. The event will energize and mobilize Midwestern conservatives, giving them the tools needed to defeat the liberal agenda in 2012, while also featuring national conservative leaders, such as New Jersey Governor Chris Christie, Louisiana Governor Bobby Jindal, and Herman Cain, and highlighting prominent conservatives in the region.
 

Chicago Republican Party Announces 2012 Leadership Team, Calls First Meeting

Chicago Republican Party Chairman Adam Robinson announced the Party’s leadership team for the 2012-16 term, and announced that the first regular meeting of the Chicago Republican Party will take place on May 24th, 2012.

CYR Adam Robinson Elected Chairman of the Chicago Republican Party

Apr 19, 2012 -
The Central Committee of the Chicago Republican Party has elected 48th Ward Republican Committeeman Adam Robinson as its next Chairman, effective immediately.  Robinson was elected to a four year term after having received 61% of the vote at the Party’s convention held on April 18th.

Register NOW for the Young Republican Leadership Conference

YRLC is proud to announce our Friday embassy event at the Georgian Embassy, walking distance from the Hotel Palomar!

Senate GOP looking forward to budget detail

As lawmakers prepare to return to Springfield for Gov. Pat Quinn’s annual budget address on Feb. 22, State Sen. Kirk Dillard is looking forward to an in-depth account of the Governor’s plan for Illinois’ finances, including more detail on how Quinn proposes to accomplish the goals laid out earlier this month in his State of the State speech.

Following the State of the State address, lawmakers from both parties noted that though the Governor’s address was full of uplifting rhetoric and compelling ideas, they were disappointed he glossed over the daunting fiscal obstacles facing Illinois. Most officials said they would have liked specifics on how the Governor’s proposals would be financed, considering the state’s current economic challenges.

Continue Reading

The Chicago Young Republicans (CYRs) offer a platform to all Republican candidates for public office and do not make any endorsements for individual campaigns.  All opinions expressed on Chicagoyrs.com are those of their author and do not reflect the views of the CYRs.  The CYRs support the Republican party platform as a whole and do not take policy stances on individual planks of that platform.
Paid for by the Chicago Young Republicans. A copy of our report filed with the State Board of Elections and the Clerk of Cook County is available for purchase from the State Board of Elections, Springfield, Illinois, and from the Cook County, Illinois Clerk.

® The Chicago Young Republicans elephant and cityscape logo is a registered servicemark owned by Chicago Young Republicans, Inc.