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Republicans won, but party is still splintered

November 6, 2014 by Special Contributor

I feel compelled to apologize. But before I do, I should explain. I'm from Abilene. I was born here, raised here, and in all likelihood, I'm going to die here. This thought obviously produces some mixed feelings, but in some ways, it's a relief. Abilene forms the southern base of the Texas 19th, otherwise known as the most conservative ... [Read More…]

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Gun event shot down

October 29, 2013 by Eric Terrazas

The College Republicans have been looking to shoot off some steam at a local indoor gun range, but have run into issues with Student Life. Parker Gordon, president of ACU College Republicans and senior political science and music major from Stephenville, said the event has been placed on hold while they work on safety procedures and policies ... [Read More…]

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College Republicans worth involvement

September 20, 2013 by Special Contributor

By Parker Gordon, senior political science and music major from Stephenville Greetings. My name is Parker Gordon, president of the ACU College Republicans. For some of you, that statement has alienated you from anything I will say further, but for the rest of you still reading, thank you.  As an officer for this club, I find that many people ... [Read More…]

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College Republicans worth involvement

September 19, 2013 by Special Contributor

By Parker Gordon, senior political science and music major from Stephenville Greetings. My name is Parker Gordon, president of the ACU College Republicans. For some of you, that statement has alienated you from anything I will say further, but for the rest of you still reading, thank you. As an officer for this club, I find that many ... [Read More…]

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Power of a vote

October 31, 2012 by Audrey Schaffner

Surrounded by the clanking coffee-making equipment in the Brown Library Starbucks, voices in a nearby computer pod and the frantic typing for last-minute assignments, a simple question is finally considered by the pair: Why do you think it is important to vote? Laura Kate Music, recruiting director for College Republicans, and Dylan Brugman, vice ... [Read More…]

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Romney/Ryan offer best vision for nation

October 23, 2012 by Special Contributor

This guest column was submitted by Stewart McGregor, president of the College Republicans. Are you and your family better off than you were four years ago? If the answer is no, Mitt Romney and Paul Ryan have a great, common-sense plan to get America on the path to success and sustainability. Currently, your share of the national debts equals ... [Read More…]

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College Republicans tailgate at ENMU game

October 12, 2012 by Brittany Williams

The ACU College Republicans braved a cold October night to host a tailgate party at Shotwell Stadium last Staurday. The tailgate is a biannual event held on both national and state election years to raise political awareness. Parker Gordon, vice president of the ACU College Republicans, said the group's goal is to get students involved and make ... [Read More…]

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Political clubs gear up for presidential election

September 19, 2012 by John Martin

As the national elections quickly approach, the College Democratic and Republican Clubs have been looking for a ways to get students involved politically at ACU. Elizabeth Koepke, senior political science and international studies major from Dallas, is the president of the College Democrats of ACU. Stewart McGregor, a junior political science and ... [Read More…]

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