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A Note From the Chairman Emeritus
When it comes to the media’s reporting of political conventions, a favorite storyline has emerged in recent years. It goes something like this:
As he prepares to accept the Republican nomination for President, the FORUM asked John McCain what foreign policy would look like in his administration.
Despite his reputation as a maverick, the hallmark of John McCain’s career has been a devotion to the security. of America
Amidst efforts to rebuild the GOP brand, the FORUM asked prominent Republicans to discuss why they joined the party and the issues they believe will be critical to its success in 2008.
The Governor of Mississippi says good policy, not politics, is the key to the GOP’s future.
Limiting Spending: We’ve done it before; we can — and must — do it again
We’ve done it before; we can – and must – do it again.
South Carolina’s Governor outlines his plan for changing the tax system and giving people a choice in his state.
The Governor of Minnesota discusses his efforts to strengthen his state’s position with regard to global trade.
The goal of any reform should be the same as the Hippocratic Oath: First, do no harm.
Q&A
The Search for Common Ground A Q&A with Howard Baker
The former Tennessee Senator discusses a bipartisan effort he is leading to break the political logjam in Washington.
The veteran speechwriter discusses the importance of tone in politics and the GOP’s message this fall.
There aren’t many Republicans in this rust-belt city. But that didn’t stop Ronald Reagan from campaigning there in 1980.
The Ripon Profile of Tim Pawlenty
Republicans must present ideas and solutions that address the concerns of Americans in a positive, hopeful and pragmatic manner, while remaining faithful to our principles.
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A Note From the Chairman Emeritus
When it comes to the media’s reporting of political conventions, a favorite storyline has emerged in recent years. It goes something like this:
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An Enduring Peace
As he prepares to accept the Republican nomination for President, the FORUM asked John McCain what foreign policy would look like in his administration.
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Rebel with a Cause
Despite his reputation as a maverick, the hallmark of John McCain’s career has been a devotion to the security. of America
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Why I am a Republican
Amidst efforts to rebuild the GOP brand, the FORUM asked prominent Republicans to discuss why they joined the party and the issues they believe will be critical to its success in 2008.
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Why Ideas Matter
The Governor of Mississippi says good policy, not politics, is the key to the GOP’s future.
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Limiting Spending: We’ve done it before; we can — and must — do it again
We’ve done it before; we can – and must – do it again.
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Fanning the Flames of Change
South Carolina’s Governor outlines his plan for changing the tax system and giving people a choice in his state.
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What Trade Means to My State
The Governor of Minnesota discusses his efforts to strengthen his state’s position with regard to global trade.
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Health Care Reality Check
The goal of any reform should be the same as the Hippocratic Oath: First, do no harm.
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The Search for Common Ground A Q&A with Howard Baker
The former Tennessee Senator discusses a bipartisan effort he is leading to break the political logjam in Washington.
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It’s More Than Just Words
The veteran speechwriter discusses the importance of tone in politics and the GOP’s message this fall.
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Reagan in Youngstown
There aren’t many Republicans in this rust-belt city. But that didn’t stop Ronald Reagan from campaigning there in 1980.
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The Ripon Profile of Tim Pawlenty
Republicans must present ideas and solutions that address the concerns of Americans in a positive, hopeful and pragmatic manner, while remaining faithful to our principles.
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