About LWRRC

GOP Principles

I Believe… The proper function of government is to do for the people those things that have to be done but cannot be done, or cannot be done as well, by individuals, and that the most effective government is government closest to the people.

I Believe… Good government is based upon the individual and that each person's ability, dignity, freedom, and responsibility must be honored and recognized.

I Believe… The free enterprise and the encouragement of individual initiative and incentive have given this nation an economic system second to none.

I Believe… Sound money management should be our goal.

I Believe… In equal right, equal justice and equal opportunity for all, regardless of race, creed, age, sex or national origin.

I Believe… We must retain those principles of the past worth retaining, yet always be receptive to new ideas with an outlook broad enough to accommodate thoughtful change and varying points of view.

I Believe… That Americans value and should preserve their feeling of national strength and pride, and at the same time share with people everywhere a desire for peace and freedom and the extension of human rights throughout the world.

I Believe… The Republican Party is the best vehicle for translating these ideals into positive and successful principles of government.

The Lakewood Ranch Republican Club

The Lakewood Ranch Republican Club (LWRRC) was co-founded in 2008 by Donna Hayes and Craig "DR T" Trigueiro, MD because they felt the greater Lakewood Ranch area and surrounding environs were Republican-rich and lacked a local forum. The LWRRC is the newest Republican Party of Florida chartered club in Manatee County. It is the fastest growing and one of the largest clubs with over one hundred members in its first six months.

It is a fellowship of people with like-minded political philosophies. The LWRRC is pro-business because we understand that businesses create jobs and wealth. Jobs allow everyday people to care for their families. Wealth creates a vibrant and dynamic community with diversity in cultures.

We are also dedicated to growing grassroots Republicans who actively participate in Republican Party affairs and campaigns. We understand that the Republican Party is a diverse party with a spectrum of beliefs. We are a party of inclusion, not exclusion.

Our meetings feature provocative speakers representing many aspects of political life. Our goal is to inform and stimulate our members and guests. Part of our focus is the greater Lakewood Ranch area and its environs. It is about what is happening in our neighborhoods.

CLUB OFFICERS

President - Craig "DR T" Trigueiro, MD

DR T has practiced medicine in Manatee County since 1982
President and Co-founder of the Lakewood Ranch Republican Club
Vice Chairman of the Manatee County Republican Executive Committee ‘04-’08
Manatee County Republican Executive Committeeman, Precinct 115
Two time Appointee of Gov. Jeb Bush to the Florida Medicaid Pharmaceuticals and Therapeutics Committee 2000-2005

Vice President - Manatee County Commissioner Donna Hayes