Young Republicans Starting Local Group
By SANDRA RHODES A group is mounting a grass roots effort to form the McKean County Young Republicans organization. Andrew Johnson of Port Allegany, along with Jeremy and Laura Yohe of Bradford, are starting a McKean County Young Republicans group as an effort to involve more young people in the political process. “A lot of people say we are the future of the party,” Johnson said. “We are not just the future, we are the present, we are the here and now. “We vote in elections … We need more involvement from young people.” A kick-off event will be held from 7 to 11 p.m. May 8 at Kelly’s on Main Street in Bradford. U.S. Rep. Glenn Thompson, R-Pa., will be the guest speaker. Other elected officials confirmed to attend are state Rep. Martin Causer, R-Turtlepoint, and Rep. Kathy Rapp, R-Warren. This event will enable the group to present its goals as well as gauge interest. Applications will be available at the event. Snacks and the first drink will be provided; there will be a cash bar...