On November 6, 2012, citizens of the United States went to the polls to decide what direction the country would take over the next two and four years. When the votes were counted, it seems that all of the bad press and the terrible approval
In the wake of a hard-fought election, the country’s three governing arms prepare to tackle key issues facing the country. On November 6, conventional wisdom was that President Obama would easily win 18 states and the District of Columbia. By so doing, he would take
The First Amendment to this nation’s Constitution is the cornerstone of the existence of private clubs. It provides, “Congress shall make no law … abridging … the right of the people peaceably to assemble.” This amendment not only protects the “freedom of association,” but also
As one of two freshmen on the Elected Leadership Committee, Congressman Timothy Scott (R-S.C) has taken a prominent role in the House of Representatives. He also serves on the influential House Rules Committee and was asked to serve as a Deputy Whip. Scott represents the
This is the sixth and final article in a special six-part series commemorating the 50th anniversary of the National Club Association. This article from the August 1994 issue of Club Director addresses an issue at the heart of the National Club Association—legislative activism. Today, NCA offers new, interactive
The House of Representatives To put the Republican House victory in historical context, this was the largest midterm victory by the opposition party since 1938 when Republicans won 72 seats. The 63 total seats won by the Republicans is the third largest gain by the
Dear NCA Members, As a follow up to our popular 2010 Trends & Issues: A Private Club Perspective report, we are proud to send you the Legislative & Political Trends Affecting Private Clubs Special Report. Please click on the link below to download the report. Legislative & Political
Did you know that golf is a $75.9 billion industry, larger than the motion picture and recording industries combined? The economic impact of the golf industry in America was conveyed by National Club Association board members and staff as they joined others from the industry
Dear NCA Member, For nearly 50 years, the National Club Association has defended, protected and advanced the interests and well-being of private, social and recreational clubs. As the only Washington, D.C.-based trade association representing the legislative and legal interests of private clubs, NCA is dedicated
On major legal, political and social issues California often functions as the leading edge for the nation, testing new ideas and signaling trends. We believe that lessons learned recently in California in our ongoing fight against a substantial sales tax targeting golf (the Golf Tax)