The Ripon Forum

Volume 41, No. 6

Dec 2007 - Jan 2008 Issue

A Note from the Chairman Emeritus

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A Note from the Chairman Emeritus

by BILL FRENZEL

Branding is one of the hottest buzzwords in advertising circles. It’s catching on in political circles, as well. It’s easy to understand why.

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The Republican Party and the Black Vote – A Q&A with J.C. Watts

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The Republican Party and the Black Vote – A Q&A with J.C. Watts

The former Oklahoma Congressman and Chairman of the House Republican Conference has some strong words for his party over its efforts – or lack thereof – to win support among African American voters.

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“Why I Am A Republican”

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“Why I Am A Republican”

by ORRIN HATCH, JO ANN EMRSON, CHUCK NORRIS, LYNN SWANN, HEIDI GANSERT, &FRANK GUINTA

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 Lincoln was a Republican

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Why Lincoln was a Republican

by FRANK J. WILLIAMS

Abraham Lincoln’s decision to become a Republican had a greater impact on the GOP than any other decision in the party’s history. Why did he do it, and what does it mean to the party today?

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Running on Iraq

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Running on Iraq

by JOHN MCLAUGHLIN

All during the 2006 campaign, our Republican candidates for U.S. Senate, Congress and local offices knew that they were headed for the worst election for Republicans since Watergate.

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The Youth Vote in 2008

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The Youth Vote in 2008

by GARY L. ROSE

Fact of the matter is that the voting behavior of young persons between the ages of 18-30 will likely decide the outcome of the 2008 election.

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It’s More Than Just Words

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It’s More Than Just Words

by LANDON PARVIN

The current problem is that many Republicans have chained themselves to a number of words that they use as incantations, somehow believing their repetition will guarantee them victory or protect them from defeat.

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Why Silence can be Golden

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Why Silence can be Golden

by JOHN FEEHERY

In a campaign atmosphere like this, it may seem ridiculous to preach to the candidates the virtues of virtual silence.

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Real Barometers of Success in Congress

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Real Barometers of Success in Congress

by WILLIAM CONNELLY

Congress has been called the “broken branch” of our government. But is it still broken now that Democrats hold the majority on Capitol Hill?

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Done on the Cheap

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Done on the Cheap

by DAN RATHER

It must be recognized that the idea of 24/7 news coverage counts for little without the will to make meaningful use of of all that time and, significantly the resources to make that will a reality.

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