Dear Friends,

Many of you have asked me where I stand on the Marriage Amendment. I have voted FOR the amendment. I also want to encourage you to vote on or before May 8 FOR Marriage.

Here’s why:

Marriage is under attack by activist judges. Adding the long-standing definition of marriage – one man one woman – to the North Carolina Constitution is necessary. Please do not be deceived by those who say our current statute is sufficient and the Marriage Amendment is not necessary. Our statute has already been challenged in court by a homosexual couple in Guilford County.
The issue is straightforward and simple. The majority of North Carolinians know what marriage is – one man one woman – and know that it is a cornerstone of our civilization and economy. Those who oppose the Marriage Amendment know this, and thus have deceptively created a campaign of misinformation and confusion.
Marriage protects children. A married mother and father provide the best parenting unit for children, hands down. The Marriage Amendment will not harm children. Private companies can continue to offer health benefits to anyone for any reason. There are no known children in Mecklenburg County who will lose their healthcare benefits because of the Marriage Amendment.
Judges or legislators in other states have allowed same-sex “marriage” against the will of the people. But same-sex “marriage” is not the only outcome. In Massachusetts and other states, man-man and woman-woman “marriage” is taught as a normal family relationship to students as young as 2nd grade, against the will of their parents. Christian innkeepers and photographers cannot exercise their religious liberty and are required by law to serve same-sex “married” couples.
Women will not lose domestic violence protections because of the Marriage Amendment. I have confirmed this with one current District Attorney and one former District Attorney. Both have used the word “bogus” to characterize this claim. The source of this claim is UNC Law Professor Maxine Eichner who acknowledged in 2007 that she is one of a group of people “who seek to topple marriage from its pedestal as the preferred family form.” Mrs. Eichner also advocated that we should “deconstruct the monolithic notion of ‘The Family’ and the orthodoxy surrounding it.”
Polls show that the majority of North Carolinians support the Marriage Amendment. But polls do not reflect voter turnout. For many gay and lesbian couples, this is the most important vote they will ever cast so they are making sure to vote. If those who support marriage are complacent and don’t vote, passage of the Marriage Amendment could be in jeopardy.

Thank you for your consideration. Feel free to email me at Kaye@KayeMcGarry.com if you have any questions or concerns.

God bless!
Kaye McGarry

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS 2012

RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE PRIMARY ELECTION on May 8, 2012

Early Voting begins Thursday, April 19

Many of you have asked me which candidates I would recommend for the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) in District 5 and District 6. During the time I served as your At-Large Member on the Board of Education 2003-2011, I interacted regularly with members of the BOCC, because the BOCC provides local money to the Board of Education

I believe the following individual leaders will combine to elevate the Board of County Commissioners to the next level of accountability to the taxpayers of Mecklenburg County:

SARAH CHERNE – District 5

I believe that Sarah Cherne is what the Board of County Commissioners needs. She understands budgets and the full ramifications of financial decisions. She is not afraid to ask the tough questions. I support her because I know she will do a terrific job not only representing the people of District 5, of which I am a member, but will work hard to insure our voice is heard. You can visit her website at www.SarahCherne.com.

BILL JAMES – District 6

While I served all of Mecklenburg County as your At-Large member on the Board of Education from 2003-2011, I interacted regularly with Bill James. He is knowledgeable on all the issues and he always does his homework. He votes responsibly and he represents District 6 well. Bill James has always been available to discuss issues and has responded to any questions I have had. He helped provide me valuable information when needed. The citizens in Mecklenburg County, and especially in District 6, need Bill James to continue – he is the conservative voice and needs to continue to be heard. You can contact him at Bill@BillJames.org

You asked to include the district choices in this Primary Election on MAY 8TH. Visit www.MeckBOE.org for early voting sites, voter registration forms, election information, and related links. Please email me for recommendations in other races or if you have recommendations for me.

Thank you for your support over the years and God bless!
Kaye McGarry

Kaye’s Quarterly 2012 Newsletter, Vol 1

Transition of Monthly Newsletter

Many of you have asked that I continue my monthly newsletter which dealt with CMS school issues while I served on the Mecklenburg County Board of Education as an At-Large member from 2003-2011. I thank you for your support over those years and I hope you will continue to voice your concerns and opinions to the existing Board of Education. At this point, I will work to construct a quarterly newsletter that will cover my editorial comment on a school issue from a past Board member’s perspective as well as inform you on my continuing endeavors with my roles as Speaker, Author, and Educational Consultant. Please continue to share your views and opinions and let me know what you would like to hear. I will continue to be an advocate for public education in some way. Thank you and God Bless!

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Board of Education Superintendent Search

This Board decision is the most important decision a Board makes. It takes a majority (5 votes) on the Board of Education to make this decision. Pay attention to this process. At this point in time, it is crucial to hire someone who is a proven leader, has a wealth of financial expertise, and has the skill sets to move our school system from ‘good to great.’ I would hope the Board will consider applicants that have not just come from the normal “Superintendent” pool of applicants, but will also seriously consider those applicants who have had the real life experiences and successes as CEO’s of corporate entities or military divisions. This person cannot be a ‘puppet’ for special interest groups. He/she needs to be able to lift teacher morale (currently at rock bottom) and better effectively manage this huge bureaucracy we call CMS. Teachers need to be placed on a pedestal. They are our most important asset. They teach our children. Auditing all monies including grants will be important to clean up the potential of misuse of public funds. Consideration of a zero-based budgeting process can be a positive addition. CMS must eliminate duplications and waste and redirect monies into the classrooms for teachers and kids. The Superintendent search process should be more open than it was the last time we hired a Superintendent in 2006.

TEDxCharlotteEd Event: Wednesday, March 28th

This event highlights innovative partnerships that are strengthening our community and enriching the lives of students in the Charlotte area. Visit their website for more details and for registration information http://TEDxCharlotteED.com

Are you a member of a BOOK CLUB?

Let me know if you would like me to visit your Book Club as a discussion leader for my book – A New Beginning: A Survival Guide for Parents of College Freshmen, 3rd edition, 2008.
Group rates for this book are available; Retail: $14.95.

Visit my website www.KayeMcGarry.com for more information.

This book is an easy read with which parents of college freshmen will readily identify. Parents of college-bound seniors will benefit greatly from my experience as a parent of 4 children and as a professional. The issues discussed in this book are not unique to a select few, as every parent can anticipate some of these challenges.

Contact me for more information: 704-995-2274 or Kaye@KayeMcGarry.com

Kaye and her family

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