The Academic Republicans of Pittsburgh - TARP

Happy Easter to all of our friends and followers!

As we gather with family and loved ones to celebrate this joyous occasion, we recognize that Easter is a time of renewal, hope, and gratitude. May your Easter be filled with the warmth of love, the joy of being with your family and loved ones, and the blessings of peace. Let's take this opportunity to cherish the bonds that unite us, to reflect on the beauty of life, and to spread kindness and compassion wherever we go.

As we embrace the spirit of Easter, let's remember to be thankful for the simple pleasures, the precious moments, and the wonderful people who enrich our lives. Together, let's cultivate a spirit of generosity, empathy, and understanding, making the world a brighter and more hopeful place for all. From our hearts to yours, we wish you a Happy Easter filled with love, happiness, and countless blessings. May this season inspire you to dream, to believe, and to never forget the savior, Jesus Christ!

Wishing you a blessed Palm Sunday filled with peace, joy, and the warmth of God's love. Let the palms remind us of the triumph of hope over despair, and may our hearts be open to receive the blessings of this holy day!

Mark your calendars!

On Wednesday, April 3rd at 9:00PM, James Hayes will be speaking to the Pitt College Republicans in Room 207 of Lawrence Hall!

James is running against the incumbent, Summer Lee, for the 12th congressional district in Pennsylvania, which includes the University of Pittsburgh.

Hayes is an experienced economist, businessman, and is incredibly intelligent, as he graduated from some of the top academic institutions in the world despite his humbling beginnings. Combining such with his prolific problem solving, James knows how to lead his district to economic prosperity, mitigate crime, and actually represent the values of his district.

Please set a reminder so you can join us on April 3rd, at 9:00PM in Room 207 of Lawrence Hall!

Ramadan Mubarak to the Ummah!

During this sacred month, Muslims around the world come together to deepen their spiritual connection and strengthen their bonds of kinship and community. Beyond the rituals, Ramadan embodies values that resonate with conservative principles as well: a commitment to family, discipline, self-restraint, and the pursuit of moral excellence.

Let us reflect on the shared values that unite us as human beings, regardless of our religious or cultural backgrounds. The principles of integrity, compassion, and respect for tradition are universal and transcend boundaries.

Let this Ramadan be a time of enlightenment and solidarity, as we strive to learn from one another and celebrate our shared humanity. May the blessings of Ramadan bring peace, harmony, and goodwill to all. Ramadan Mubarak!

On March 6th, our CEO and COO had a constructive discussion with the RCAC Chairman and Allegheny County Council At-Large, Sam DeMarco, on The Elephant in the Room Podcast.

We thank Sam, John Schnaedter, the Republican Committee of Allegheny County, and the production team for such a wonderful opportunity to embark on the future of the Republican Party, to discuss the environment for Republicans in universities throughout Western Pennsylvania, and for allowing us to explain how our organization empowers young Republicans!

You can listen at any of the following links:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5H6KOA4Ugm4uPUq5sF1PyP
Apple Music: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-elephant-in-the-room/id1637971390
Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/81bbca45-7569-44a4-8ace-4230be032af2/the-elephant-in-the-room

On March 6th, our CEO and COO had a constructive discussion with the RCAC Chairman and Allegheny County Council At-Large, Sam DeMarco, on The Elephant in the Room Podcast.

We thank Sam DeMarco, John Schnaedter, the Republican Committee of Allegheny County, and the production team for such a wonderful opportunity to embark on the future of the Republican Party, to discuss the environment for Republicans in universities throughout Western Pennsylvania, and for allowing us to explain how our organization empowers young Republicans!

You can listen at any of the following links:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5H6KOA4Ugm4uPUq5sF1PyP
Apple Music: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-elephant-in-the-room/id1637971390
Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/81bbca45-7569-44a4-8ace-4230be032af2/the-elephant-in-the-room

Our CEO and CFO attended the America Futures Tour yesterday, and were incredibly pleased to have met James Hayes, the Republican challenger against the PA-12 Congressional incumbent, Summer Lee.

James Hayes is the epitome of an academic Republican. Despite the adversity he encountered growing up, James persevered and earned a bachelor’s in international economics from Georgetown, a master’s in economics and policy from Princeton, an MBA in finance and accounting from the University of Chicago, and a doctorate in business administration from Case Western Reserve. Additionally, he worked for the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond for 6 years.

James has a common sense agenda that will lead the 12th Congressional district to prosperity, and you can learn more about him at:
https://jameshayesforpa.com

Meet Lili Orozco, VP of Marketing

Lili helped to found TARP because she saw the need for more young Republicans and Conservatives to begin making a difference in the movement.

She is hopeful that TARP will be able to reach as many young people as possible across Pennsylvania and help raise up the next generation of youth conservative leadership by giving them the experience they need to get their voices heard and get into office.

Lili loves talking about her conservative views and has already made a huge impact with her work in other organizations, like TPUSA. You can follow her Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/lilliorozcoo/

Welcome to the Team Lili!

Meet Khaleil Laracuente, VP of Fundraising.

Khaleil helped found Tarp because he believes in our mission of supporting and promoting conservative ideas in Western PA. He believes we have a unique mission that nobody else is attempting at the moment and that we can make an impact on college students who are so rarely exposed to conservative principles.

Khaleil is dedicated to making TARP into an organization that forces more attention toward Western PA and promotes conservative principles across the collegiate landscape.

Welcome to the team Khaleil!

Meet Garrett Ziss, the Chief Technology Officer!

Garret helped found The Academic Republicans of Pittsburgh because of the pushback universities give conservative student organizations and the difficulties these student organizations have with obtaining the funding necessary to promote conservatism.

Garrett is a dedicated conservative who is committed to helping conservative student organizations bring in speakers and host events that promote conservative values, spread the message of conservatism across campuses, and help promote conservative candidates and reclaim our State and our Country from the gross mismanagement we have seen during the current administration.

Welcome to the team Garrett!