Next General Club Meeting:
Thursday April 9, 2026 at 7:30 pm

Marbella Restaurant
220-33 Northern Blvd. Bayside, NY 11361
Meeting is held in the Banquet Hall

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$5 Entrance Fee for Non-Members

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Educating and Informing all New Yorkers since 1875

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Republican Candidates Night!

Make New York Great Again!!!

Local Queens Republican candidates have been invited.
The following are confirmed:

Juan Pagan: Congress, 6th CD

Greg Hach: Congress, 3rd CD

Pamela Michos: NYS Senate, 11th SD

Philip Wang: NYS Senate, 16th SD

Welson Chang: NYS Assembly, 24th AD

Kenneth Paek: NYS Assembly, 25th AD

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See candidates bios below

Additional candidates to be announced

Coffee and refreshments will be served

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JUAN PAGÁN for CONGRESS

Juan is a true life-long citizen representative of New York – his loyalty is unparalleled – he understands the importance of community and, as a member of Congress, will ensure that our district and our Nation have the best political representation.

Juan’s parents, Rosa and Ramón, migrated from Puerto Rico to New York City where they met and married. Rosa gave birth to identical twins, Juan being her first born.

Juan, a father and grandfather, is the parent of two children born and raised in New York City. His daughter lives in NYC with her husband and their eight-year-old daughter. His son is a 1^st Lieutenant in the US Army Reserve and currently deployed in Cuba and will be taking part in its reformation from a communist dictatorship to democratic form of government.

Juan was educated in New York City public schools from kindergarten to the High School of Music & Art and then attended John Jay College of Criminal Justice where he earned his degree in Justice Studies.

Juan is a New York State Credentialed School-Age Child Care Provider and the former director for the New York City Housing Authority of the Dr. Pedro Albizu Campos and the Bernard M. Baruch Houses Community Centers. There he oversaw the NYCHA Children’s After School and Summer Day Camp Programs, and the Teen-Age Evening Programs where he served as an administrator, and guitar & music teacher. City supervisors recognized Juan’s persevering concern for the children in his care designating the Baruch Center as an official haven for at-risk children in connection with the NYC Administration for Children Services.

Juan is a former Correction Officer with the NYS Department of Correctional Services, and a youth counselor with the NYS Division for Youth (a State governed institution of detention facilities throughout New York for youthful felony offenders). Juan also worked at the Federal Reserve selling certificates and bonds, interpreting regulations to the public, and as Administrative Assistant for the Associate Provost at Baruch College. Juan served as Manhattan Representative with the NYC Department of Education’s Citywide Council on High Schools, a position he was elected to by parents whose children attended public high schools in Manhattan. Juan served as president of the Legacy High School Parents Association where his daughter Hannah was a student. Juan fought alongside parents, students, and teachers against the deterioration and closing of Legacy High School, and other public schools throughout the city threatened with closings.

Juan is a former small business owner (Carpentry, Plumbing, Electrician and Demolition Services) who understands firsthand the hardships of owning a small business in New York City. To give back to the community and help restore lives, Juan hired four ex-offenders released from State prison. Juan volunteered as a music instructor at a NYS prison facility, and through his efforts, Juan secured funds from Albany to purchase new musical instruments and hire a music teacher to teach at the prison. After Hurricane Sandy, Juan (like thousands of other residents who live in Zone 1) lost heat, hot water, and electricity for nine days.  He spent the days in the aftermath of the disaster volunteering at the relief center to help his neighbors.

Juan is a cancer survivor who, despite three bouts with cancer, major surgery, and many years of treatment fighting cancer and depression, found new meaning and renewed vigor for life when he was declared in remission. Juan is a published author participating in the Write Treatment Writing workshops for cancer survivors at Mt. Sinai Hospital. His stories are published in “The Write Treatment Anthology, Volume One.”

While visiting family in Puerto Rico rehabilitating from cancer treatment, Juan’s family urged him to stay and live out the rest of his years with family in a house a short drive from Jobos Beach… Juan’s response:

“One of my favorite poets and patriots, Jose Martí, was hiding in the mountains from the oppressor; not because of fear, but to heal from the wounds inflicted by his enemy as he fought alongside the people who were so afflicted by a tyrannical regime… but the outcry of the people had become more painful than the wounds he sustained in battle; and although his wounds were not completely healed, and his injuries still fresh, he came out of the mountains and returned…to fight! I would find it so hard to die knowing that I left my community and my country no better than if I had never lived for it. If we are to thrive as a Nation and a community, we must make sacrifices for our children, our families, and our neighbors. I look forward to serving Queens as your next representative in Congress.”

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GREG HACH for CONGRESS

NEW YORK BORN AND RAISED
Raised in Hicksville, Long Island, right here in New York’s 3rd Congressional District, Greg grew up in a modest home in a proud union family that valued hard work, integrity, and community. By the age of 13, he was already earning his keep, washing dishes at a local restaurant and taking on odd jobs while attending Hicksville public schools. In junior high, Greg joined the Civil Air Patrol, the U.S. Air Force Auxiliary, where he learned navigation, search-and-rescue techniques, and the importance of discipline and service. Those early experiences instilled in him a lifelong work ethic, respect for the trades, and a commitment to standing up for working people.

LEGAL CAREER AND SERVICE
After returning home, Greg joined the engineering department at the CBS Broadcast Center in Manhattan, working full time while earning his degree in government from John Jay College of Criminal Justice. His dedication earned him a scholarship to Ohio Northern University Law School. After law school, Greg began representing union trade workers suffering from asbestos-related diseases, including his own father. That mission led him to co-found Hach & Rose, LLP after 9/11, ensuring victims of the attacks received free legal representation when they needed it most. Today, Hach & Rose is one of New York’s premier personal injury firms, having recovered over $1 billion for injured New Yorkers. Greg is a Super Lawyers honoree (2015–2025) and is admitted to practice in New York, Washington, D.C., and the federal courts for the Eastern and Southern Districts of New York.

MILITARY SERVICE
Driven by a desire to serve his country, Greg enlisted in the United States Air Force during the final years of the Cold War. He served with the United States Air Forces in Europe, 16th Air Force, and was assigned to the 7276th Security Police Squadron at Iraklion Air Station in Crete, Greece. During his service, Greg witnessed history firsthand, the fall of the Berlin Wall and the collapse of the Soviet Union. After an honorable discharge, he remained in Europe, building a business and learning German. These experiences gave him a global perspective that continues to guide his decisions and a deep appreciation for the freedoms America protects.

FAMILY AND COMMUNITY
Greg and his wife Theresa returned to Long Island to raise their three children, a son pursuing a career in law enforcement, a daughter training as a pilot, and a younger daughter passionate about helping children. Their family embodies the same values Greg has lived his entire life: service, faith, and hard work. Greg’s roots run deep in this community, and he’s ready to fight for the future of Long Island families.

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PAMELA MICHOS for STATE SENATE

Pamela H. Michos | Candidate NY State Senate (SD 11)
Queens born. Faith-led leader. Single mother.
Fighting for affordability, public safety, education, patental rights and medical freedom.
Full bio will be forthcoming soon. 

 

 

 

 

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PHILIP WANG for STATE SENATE

Dr. Philip Shaw Chuan Wang, a distinguished Doctor of Chiropractic, has dedicated 26 years to serving the Flushing and Northern Queens community. His educational background includes graduating from Baruch College, CUNY, for his undergraduate studies, and obtaining his Doctor of Chiropractic degree and Master of Nutrition from the University of Bridgeport College of Chiropractic, where he successfully passed the national board examination.

Since the year 2000, Dr. Wang has been an integral part of the Flushing community, actively contributing to public health and well-being. Over the past few years, Flushing has gone thru a very rapid development to commercial prosperity.  Along with the prosperity, it also brought crime, homeless and declining of the public safety. Now it’s facing a new crisis- the building of casino right next to it. 

Dr. Wang will be standing with the community to fight crime, public safety and affordability issues. He will promote free college for all NYS residents and a sales tax free day on Sundays. He will help to bring NYS back to its healthy track- safe, affordable and good physical infrastructures for roads and public services. He will also promote more funds allocate to education. He believes education is the quickest way to get employed and elevate your quality of living.  

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WELSON CHANG for STATE ASSEMBLY

Dedicated to fostering leadership and empowering others, I have consistently focused my career and community involvement on personal and collective growth. After earning a Bachelor of Arts in History from McGill University in 2000 and later a Master of Science in Accountancy from the University of Phoenix in 2020, I combined academic achievement with entrepreneurial ambition by founding Stanwell Inc. That same year, I expanded the business through the acquisition of Stanwell West, leading a manufacturing firm that specializes in tamper-evident heat shrinkable plastic film tubing.

My commitment to leadership development extends beyond business. Throughout my 20s and 30s, I honed my creative and organizational skills as a comic book artist and writer while also serving in the non-profit sector as an assistant database administrator for the National Council of Jewish Women. Becoming a naturalized U.S. citizen in 2008 further solidified my passion for civic engagement and community building.

Since moving to Assembly District 24 in Oakland Gardens in 2018, I have worked tirelessly to strengthen civic participation. As a founder of Project Civica, I champion the belief that an informed and empowered citizenry can drive meaningful change. My leadership is also reflected in my role as a Republican County Committee member since 2022, where I support fellow members by sharing research and insights on legislative developments. I am committed to investing time, talent, and resources into nurturing emerging leaders within my district.

Active in various organizations, I am a dues-paying member of the NFIB and Moms for Liberty, and I serve as an Active Sentinel for Heritage Action, part of The Heritage Foundation. My ongoing mission is to inspire and equip individuals and communities to lead with integrity, vision, and purpose.

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KENNETH PAEK for STATE ASSEMBLY

Kenneth Paek, a dedicated resident of our district for 14 years, combines extensive experience with an unwavering commitment to public service. He is dedicated to protecting and advancing the interests of the 25th District’s constituents.

With a diverse background that includes service in the United States Navy and a distinguished career as a retired New York City Police Department Sergeant, Kenneth Paek has consistently demonstrated a deep commitment to his community. During his time in the U.S. Navy, Paek played a crucial role in supporting fellow service members, providing guidance on career development, education, and training while expertly managing promotions and benefits.

Transitioning to the New York City Police Department in 2006, Paek took on key roles, including assignments at the 5th Precinct and elite training with the Emergency Service Unit (ESU). His career advanced to Detective Specialist, where he focused on crisis management and handled critical situations of national security significance. Retiring with honor as Public Safety Sergeant in the NYPD’s 109th Precinct, Paek earned the respect of his colleagues and the communities they served. Kenneth Paek’s firsthand experiences have given him a profound understanding of the challenges posed by policies from Albany and New York City, fueling his commitment to return to public service.

With deep roots in the district and a steadfast dedication to its safety, Paek is a compelling candidate for the Assembly seat in District 25. His focus includes enhancing public safety, addressing migration concerns with rigorous background checks to ensure responsible use of taxpayer resources, and halting the expansion of community jails and shelters. Kenneth Paek is actively seeking support to drive positive change and improve safety in District 25. He is diligently working towards securing the Assembly seat and is committed to advancing the interests of the community. It is essential for registered Republican voters to mark their calendars for the Election on November 5, 2024, as your participation is crucial to this process.