About Our Committee
The Republican voice of Sterling — working for the families and taxpayers of our town.
Who We Are
We are the Sterling Republican Town Committee — the official, elected body of the Republican Party in the Town of Sterling. Our members come from every corner of town — Sterling Center, Pratts Junction, Sterling Junction, West Sterling — united in a shared commitment to the Constitution and to electing Republican candidates for local, county, state and national office. You can also follow the committee on Facebook.
Our Town
Sterling was the Second Parish of Lancaster, known as Chocksett, until it was incorporated as its own town in 1781 and named for General William Alexander, ’Lord Stirling’, who served under George Washington.
Mary Sawyer, whose pet lamb inspired ’Mary Had a Little Lamb’, was born in Sterling in 1806 and attended the Redstone School; a statue of the lamb stands on the Town Common.
The Sterling Fair began on the Town Common as a farm show in 1859 and remains one of the last free-admission agricultural fairs in Massachusetts.
Our Mission & Vision
The mission of the Sterling Republican Town Committee is to support the work of the Republican Party, at all levels of government, and to promote the principles of freedom, equality, and justice as intended by the founders of the Constitution of the United States. In doing so, we advocate for:
- The maintenance of our role as leader of the free world and a strong sense of pride in our country and our heritage;
- One government, “of, by, and for the people,” that minimizes its intervention in the lives of its citizens by promoting individual responsibility, initiative, volunteerism, and entrepreneurship, together with corporate responsibility;
- Recognition of the need for good character and integrity, and the strengthening and defense of the institution of family.
Our vision is to be seen as protectors and advocates of freedom, equality, and justice; allies to our citizenry who enhance the potential and dignity of each individual; defenders of our country and our heritage; and advocates of the family and of sound character and integrity — the party that invites the community to discuss issues, share ideas, express concerns, and arrive at solutions.
Core Beliefs — The Republican Oath
I believe that 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 that good government is based on the individual, and that each person’s ability, dignity, freedom, and responsibility must be honored and recognized.
I believe that free enterprise and the encouragement of individual initiative and incentive have given this nation an economic system second to none.
I believe that sound money policy should be our goal.
I believe in equal rights, equal justice, and equal opportunity for all, regardless of race, creed, age, sex, national origin, or disability.
I believe we must retain those principles 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, freedom, and the extension of human rights.
Finally, I believe that the Republican Party is the best vehicle for translating these ideals into positive and successful principles of government.
What We Do
We’re not a brochure — we’re an active committee. Among the things we do:
- Provide financial support and volunteer hours to Republican candidates at the national, state, county, and local levels;
- Hold candidate nights, sign standouts, and open community discussions, and get our message in front of Sterling voters;
- Hold monthly committee meetings that are open to every Republican and Independent in town;
- Recruit and support Sterling residents willing to serve — on the ballot and on town boards;
- Work alongside the other committees in the Massachusetts RTC network so our towns speak with one voice;
- Keep our neighbors informed about what is happening in Town government — see Town Meetings.
Committee Leadership
The committee is led by an elected slate of volunteers who give their time to keep Sterling’s Republican organization strong. The committee is registered with the Massachusetts Office of Campaign and Political Finance as the Sterling Republican Town Committee (OCPF CPF ID 76526).
Our Meetings
The committee usually meets on the no current published schedule found. The committee last advertised meetings at the 1835 Town Hall (Room 1, first floor) at 7:00 PM (2016 listing); confirm day, time and place with the chair. — check the events calendar before you come. All Republicans and Independents are welcome — come meet the team and find your place in it.
Get Involved
Whether you can give an hour a month or an evening a week, there is a place for you here. Find out how to join, or reach out to the committee directly.