YOUNG BLACK REPUBLICANS EXPECT MORE.

Just in: Young Black Republicans upset over candidates faliure to adress there
issues

Washington, D.C. - September 27, 2007 - Young Republicans National
Federation's Office of Minority Outreach released the following
regarding tonight's Republican debate in Baltimore:

"We were encouraged that during the week of the 50th Anniversary of the
integration of Central High School in Little Rock, Arkansas, several of
our candidates joined tonight's debate which focused on issues important
to the African American community. Candidates in attendance tonight, are
furthering the dialogue between the Republican Party and our community at
large."

In regard to the debate, Marcus Skelton, National Director of Minority
Outreach and Chairman of the D.C. Young Republicans said, "Addressing
issues like economic empowerment, equal access to quality education,
and continued support for faith-based initiatives will contribute
positively to this important dialogue." Additionally, Mr. Skelton
noted that, "I can't make excuses for all of our candidates not
attending this debate."

The grassroots level shares similar concerns. "Black Republicans
expect presidential candidates to embrace opportunities to reach the
millions of people of color, prior to the general election," said Sam
Bright, an Ivy League graduate student.

Looking forward, "Our work will focus on finding venues to advance the
participation of young African Americans in the process," said Sean
Conner, National Deputy Director of Minority Outreach. He continued,
"Our communities have to be willing to listen, and candidates must be
willing to talk."

For More Information, Contact:

Marcus Skelton, Marcus.Skelton@yrnf.com (240) 462-2674
Sean L. Conner, Sean.Conner@yrnf.com (907) 738-4131

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The Office of Minority Outreach was created to engage communities of
color in the political process. The Young Republicans (YRs) are the
oldest political youth organization in the United States. Since its
creation, the Young Republican National Federation (YRNF) has
established itself as the premier Republican grassroots organization
in the nation, providing essential grassroots support for Republican
candidates and issues on the local, state and national levels.