From Greg Ratliff, President of the Stone Creek Republican Club

August 2025

My Fellow Republicans,

Welcome to the Stone Creek Republican Club.

We are proud to be an officially chartered club under the Republican Party of Florida. What began in 2023 with 13 dedicated and committed members has now grown into a thriving organization of well over 1,000 members within the Stone Creek community, along with many associate members. And every month, our ranks continue to grow—at times by the dozens. It is simply amazing.

Our mission is clear.

We are a dynamic and cooperative Republican club that values each and every member. And it is working. We attract new members on a near-daily basis and continue to help non-Republicans switch to the Republican Party. For our existing members, new residents, and Florida voters, we provide the knowledge and guidance needed to navigate our state and county political processes, laws, rules, regulations, and officeholders. We also stand firmly with the Republican Party of Florida by encouraging true, unbridled participation in campaigns, initiatives, and community engagement.

We support the principles, objectives, and platform of the Republican Party of Florida and the Republican National Committee. We stand shoulder to shoulder with our duly nominated Republican candidates.

We inform our members—and like-minded neighbors—about the Constitution, American history, the principles of a representative republic, and the issues shaping our nation today. In addition, our candidate forums have been lively, engaging, and incredibly informative. Simply put, we are doing it the right way, every day.

Each month, we gather at the Stone Creek Reunion Center. Between four hundred and seven hundred enthusiastic members fill the room. And when I say we are busting at the seams, I mean it. No kidding. Hundreds upon hundreds of your fellow Republicans are coming together each month. Now, one word captures it all—Wow! Yes, wow! When you see the enthusiasm, you will say wow as well. These are not boring meetings filled with lectures. No. Absolutely not. Instead, we connect, we chat, we continue conversations afterward. In other words, we simply enjoy the fellowship of Republicans.

And then there are our events—from the Christmas Party to the Summer Picnic, and many others too numerous to mention, are vibrant, fun-filled, and powered by amazing volunteers, committees, and leaders who give their time and talent to make every activity a true success.

And by the way, our annual dues are only ten dollars per year. Yes, we do it all with just ten dollars per member, per year. Every dollar is carefully managed and supported by generous Republican corporate sponsors, elected officials, and appropriately aligned community organizations. As fiscally conservative Republicans, we are proud stewards of our resources. Every expenditure is carefully considered, every dollar accounted for, and all funds directed toward meaningful Republican initiatives and events.

Now, when it comes to social media, we maintain a dedicated Facebook Group for Republican and conservative-minded residents of Stone Creek. Unlike so many online forums that slip into negativity, our page is constructive, welcoming, and purposeful. It is monitored closely, with a clear policy that prohibits inappropriate language, disruptive behavior, personal attacks, or divisive rabble-rousing. While we absolutely encourage healthy discussion, there are plenty of other sites for those who thrive on conflict and negativity. That is not our way.

We are the party of Trump, Reagan, and Lincoln. The Stone Creek Republican Club stands firmly with President Ronald Reagan, who gave us his famous Eleventh Commandment: “Thou shalt not speak ill of any fellow Republican.” Reagan first spoke those words during his nineteen sixty-six campaign for Governor of California. They became a hallmark of his leadership and a reminder that unity, civility, and respect are the foundation of lasting success. In that same spirit, our community focuses on what unites us—our Republican values, respect for one another, and a shared commitment to America’s great future.

We have proven through our remarkable growth that we are on the right path.

We. Are. On. The Right. Path.

Greg Ratliff