Are you planning on becoming a state delegate or a precinct committeeman in 2012?

[Austin]

OK, so here is my living situation.
I am from rural Illinois.
I am a 3rd yr college student living in Kenosha, WI.
I will most likely be living here in Kenosha during the summertime
(pending an internship with the Koch foundation) and through the following school year.

I'm guessing (but could be wrong) that involvement in Wisconsin's republican party and primaries would be more beneficial than in Illinois.
So... I am seeking direction or guidance in registering as a republican in the local GOP/liberty caucus, influencing the party, voting in primaries, attending 'meetups,' and anything else I am unaware of.

I have also 'awoken' a sizeable group of friends here at school so any advice regarding getting others involved (who are much less interested in politics than we) is appreciated as well.

The first step is figuring out if you want to get involved heavily in the GOP back home or in your college town. You can do both, but you'll only be able to hold positions and truly become the party in the county that you are registered to vote.

The college I attend is only 2 counties away, and most of my classes have been online. As a result, I decided to stay registered to vote and get involved in the GOP in my home county. Since you are in an entirely different state, you may consider getting involved in the GOP in WI. Be advised, you will have to essentially start over if you move back to IL after college. You'll be dealing with a new organization, new rules, etc.

After you've figured out where you want to be registered to vote / get heavily involved.. contact the county chairman or talk to the College Republicans. Let them know you're situation: You're college student looking to get more involved in the party to help ensure conservative electoral victories.

The first position I recommend is precinct committeeman (exact name varies by state). EagleForum has a great summary of the position here.

The second position is delegate, but I'm not yet familiar with WI rules so I can't offer any concrete advice on that.

 

[bwlibertyman]

Alright, Ron Paul is announcing today. Let's get this thing moving. We need as many rp indiana delegates as possible. We all know that he has to get a lot of the votes to have a chance but if we can get some delegates this way we should and WILL. Let's get pumped! I'm ready!

 

[TheSouth18]

I'm in, what do I do? I live in Franklin Township in Indianapolis.

 

[Austin]

I'm in, what do I do? I live in Franklin Township in Indianapolis.

I'm sending you a PM.

 

[mosquitobite]

I'm in. I was a delegate in 2008, looking forward to doing it again!