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The April 4th meeting of the Queens Village Republican Club featured Land Use and Zoning Expert, Paul Graziano who presented a comprehensive analysis of the “City of Yes,” the citywide zoning proposal by Mayor Adams. This insidious proposal could subject our residential communities to massive overdevelopment and commercial expansion. The “City of Yes” threatens to destroy single-family and two-family zoning and transform our peaceful residential communities into busy commercial zones, escalating noise, traffic, crime, and congestion. This proposal is not about affordable housing. It will destroy residential communities and put an end to private property ownership. We must say NO to the City of Yes!

Cara Castronuova is a former Republican candidate for State Assembly, freedom fighter, founder of Citizens against Political Persecution, investigative journalist, and two time Golden Gloves boxing champion. Last year, she was the Republican Woman of the Year at our Lincoln Dinner. She is a fighter, and this year, she will win the title of US Senator of New York!

Yiatin Chu is a New York City public-school parent turned education activist, president of Asian Wave Alliance and cofounder of PLACE NYC, the premier organization fighting for merit in our school system. Many Asian voters have shifted to voting for Republicans and Yiatin is largely responsible for that demographic change by educating Asian voters.

We welcome back Dwayne for a full presentation on his race for State Assembly, his vision and plan. Dwayne Moore is the Republican candidate for State Assembly, in District 29. With experience as a 9th-grade English teacher, college counselor, professional actor, model, and music artist, this talented and capable leader aims to do nothing less than contribute to making America great again for everyone.

Greg Garvey, Campaign Manager for The Coalition to Protect Kids-NY, is working to fight the so-called Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) or the Parent Replacement Act as it should be called, which is on the ballot in New York in November. Greg explains the hidden dangers which will obliterate parental rights and says to vote NO on the ERA ballot proposal.

Maria Lynn is CEO and Sr. Director at the Patriot Wellness Company, speaking about Tactical Civics and Switch 2 USA at the March 7th QVRC Club meeting. Tactical Civics is a responsible new way of life, with a plan to take back America. Switch 2 USA helps Americans break up with mega-corporations, that own the vast majority of consumer brands, and move their shopping to an American Made, Family Owned Manufacturer.

Project Civica is inspiring people to run for office, hold voter registration drives, carry petitions for our candidates, and more. Principally, each of our individual efforts combined will yield a thriving nation firmly established in liberty for future generations. projectcivica.org

Morton Klein, the National President of the Zionist organization of America, the oldest pro-Israel organization in America, founded in 1897, has been America’s leading Jewish activist, America’ leading voice defending Israel and standing up against anti-Semitism. He speaks the truth about the ”Light Unto the Nations” Israel, and therefore, the high honors of the “Light Unto the Nations” award is bestowed upon Morton Klein.

Phil Cuza is not only a remarkable tenor saxophone player but also a passionate advocate for constitutional rights, who has graced stages globally with luminaries such as Bon Jovi, Roberta Flack, and Chaka Khan. Beyond the realm of music, Cuza is the visionary founder of the American Conservative Artists organization. Dedicated to preserving the rights enshrined in the U.S. Constitution for all Americans and championing human rights for people worldwide, Cuza seamlessly weaves his commitment to music and advocacy, leaving an enduring impact on both fronts, and is thereby honored as the “Conservative Artist of the Year" awardee.

Curtis Sliwa, founder of the Guardian Angels and former Republican candidate for NYC Mayor, is on the radio weekdays from 12 noon to 1pm and other time slots with talk shows on WABC, “Always Broadcasting Curtis.” Nancy Sliwa is an attorney and Animal Activist who founded the Guardian Angels Animal Protection Division. Together they operate as a team on the radio and on the streets of New York City with the motto “we dare to care” and have proved it over and over though the years, and therefore are the honorable recipients of the “Guardians of New York" award.

Thank you to all our hard-working Board members and Ways & Means committee members for putting this great patriotic gala together, and to Dinner Chairman Joe Concannon for his amazing leadership and management skills. Recognition and kudos to all Republican candidates and special guests in the room.

John Tabacco talks about Cara as a fighter, and the importance of the Republican Primary for the voters to choose their candidate not the "two men in a room."

John Tabacco is host of “Wise Guys” on Newsmax and renowned TV financial expert and TV personality for 20 years. John teams up with Cara Castronuova as Masters of Lincoln Dinner Ceremonies!

Surprise guest speaker Joe Pinion, a rising Republican star, spoke before dinner was served at the 149th Anniversary Lincoln Dinner. Joe ran a spirited campaign for U.S. Senator of NYS against Sen. Chuck Schumer in 2022.

Bridge to Life was honored at the Lincoln Dinner with the “Sanctity of Life Award” which was received by Catherine Donohoe, President of Bridge to Life, a non-profit in College Point, New York, funded by the generosity and support of individuals, churches, clubs and businesses. The mission is to provide life-affirming options to anyone experiencing an unplanned pregnancy, empowering them to choose life for their child and to provide practical support and education to moms, dads, and families, and to build a culture of life in our community, one in which the life of every man, woman and child is valued and cherished.

Prof. Giordano was introduced and presented with the “Educator of the Year Award” by historian Jerry Matacotta. Prof. Giordano is a professor of Political Science at Suffolk Community College and is the host of the PAS Report Podcast. Go to PAS Report.com for one of the top conservative podcasts that breaks down complex political issues that appeals to everyday Americans, featuring renowned guests. Honoree Professor Giordano is a passionate advocate for the principles of limited government, free speech, and individual liberty.

Andrew Giuliani is a Republican rock star who was a primary candidate for NYS Governor in 2022. He worked in the Trump administration as Special Assistant to the President. He's been an American political commentator for Newsmax TV, and presently, host of The Tunnel to Towers Foundation Andrew Giuliani Show, heard Live on 77 WABC on Sundays 2-3PM.

Queens Village Republican Club President, Phil Orenstein welcomes guests to Lincoln Dinner and introduces Cara Castronuova, Master of Ceremonies.

Pastor Dana Dice of the Gospel Light Baptist Church offers the Opening Prayer at the 149th Anniversary Lincoln Dinner