Tampa Bay Online
by Reince Priebus
March 26, 2013

The Republican Party is done with business as usual. After facing defeat last November, it’s time to chart a new course — toward victory in future elections, toward a more welcoming party and toward a brighter future for the country.

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http://www2.tbo.com/list/news-opinion-co...rty-b82469263z1

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Tampa Bay Online
by Reince Priebus
March 26, 2013

The Republican Party is done with business as usual. After facing defeat last November, it’s time to chart a new course — toward victory in future elections, toward a more welcoming party and toward a brighter future for the country.

(excerpted)
http://www2.tbo.com/list/news-opinion-co...rty-b82469263z1

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"Growth and Opportunity Party" I like it. Might just work, if they're serious about it.

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"Growth and Opportunity Party" I like it. Might just work, if they're serious about it.

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Someone correct me if I'm wrong, but I read the whole article, and the word "Constitution" wasn't mentioned once. Neither were the terms "limited (or smaller) government", or republic for that matter.

But it just might get more politicians elected with an R after their name.

Neat-O

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Someone correct me if I'm wrong, but I read the whole article, and the word "Constitution" wasn't mentioned once. Neither were the terms "limited (or smaller) government", or republic for that matter.

But it just might get more politicians elected with an R after their name.

Neat-O

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"America deserves better than what we have today: better than a bloated federal government"

Close enough for me, considering the article wasn't specifically about any of the issues you raised.

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Fair enough. I won't fault the idea of reaching out. After all, for a political party to succeed, it must attract potential voters. That simple concept ain't rocket science.

But I'd like to see (for starters) a massive, Madison Avenue type project aimed at "educating" people to the benefits of individual freedom - and how those freedoms are threatened when we have a "bloated federal government".

I'd like to be pleasantly surprised, but I really don't expect that Mr. Priebus has that in mind.

Wow. What a catchy phrase "Growth and Opportunity" is. Wrench P**** better trademark this winner before someone else steals it...

Presidential Message — African Growth and Opportunity Act
Thursday, December 20, 2012 15:11

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TO THE CONGRESS OF THE UNITED STATES:

In accordance with section 502(f)(2) of the Trade Act of 1974, as amended (the "1974 Act") (19 U.S.C. 2462(f)(2)), I am providing notification of my intent to terminate the designation of the Federation of Saint Kitts and Nevis (St. Kitts and Nevis) as a beneficiary developing country under the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) program. Section 502(e) of the 1974 Act (19 U.S.C. 2462(e)) provides that if the President determines that a beneficiary developing country has become a "high-income" country, as defined by the official statistics of the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (i.e., the World Bank), then the President shall terminate the designation of such country as a beneficiary developing country for purposes of the GSP, effective on January 1 of the second year following the year in which such determination is made.

Pursuant to section 502(e) of the 1974 Act, I have determined that it is appropriate to terminate the designation of St. Kitts and Nevis as a beneficiary developing country under the GSP program because it has become a high-income country as defined by the World Bank. Accordingly, St. Kitts and Nevis' eligibility for trade benefits under the GSP program will end on January 1, 2014.

BARACK OBAMA

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http://www.whitehouse.gov/the-press-offi...opportunity-act

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But I'd like to see (for starters) a massive, Madison Avenue type project aimed at "educating" people to the benefits of individual freedom - and how those freedoms are threatened when we have a "bloated federal government".

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But I'd like to see (for starters) a massive, Madison Avenue type project aimed at "educating" people to the benefits of individual freedom - and how those freedoms are threatened when we have a "bloated federal government".

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It would be easier to spend the money by just giving it to voters (phones, food stamps, daycare vouchers, etc.)..probably more effective also.

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"America deserves better than what we have today: better than a bloated federal government"

Close enough for me, considering the article wasn't specifically about any of the issues you raised.

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But I'd like to see (for starters) a massive, Madison Avenue type project aimed at "educating" people to the benefits of individual freedom - and how those freedoms are threatened when we have a "bloated federal government".

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Individual freedom has not been a centerpiece lately, of the GOP.