10 Pieces Of Advice For Republicans In Washington

10 Pieces Of Advice For Republicans In Washington
1) Good Policies Are Good Politics: Too often these days, Republicans will go along with policies that are bad for the country, simply because of polling data that is, as often as not, heavily slanted towards the Democrats. But, what they forget is that the new media may not be as big as the liberal controlled MSM, but, over time, the blogosphere and talk radio are able to get out the conservative message. So, if the policies Republicans support are worthwhile, eventually the Republians on the right side of the issues will get the credit they deserve. Conversely, if the policies Republicans support aren't worthwhile, those same forces in the new media won't let the voters forget it. That why, more than ever before, good policies make for good politics.

2) America Should Always Come First: Whether we're talking about international treaties, foreign policy, or even illegal immigration, Republicans should NEVER put the interests of foreigners above those of their own countrymen. Americans should always come first.

3) Remember That There Is No Such Thing As Free Money: The money Washington spends doesn't come out of a Golden Goose or fall from the sky. To the contrary, it comes right out of the pockets of the American people and they will miss it dearly. It's money that people could otherwise spend on retirement, grocery bills, medicine or their kid's college education. That's why the government should be restrained in their spending habits, keep taxes low, and avoid running up a debt. The government isn't spending "free" money, it's spending money that people worked hard for and earned, and a lot of Republicans seem to have lost sight of that.

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While I don't agree with all of this article (Compromise just angers and frustrates both sides of the equation. One side should at least be happy with the result. There are no shades of gray, just right and wrong and that never should have to be explained, compromised, or given the 'Spin City' treatment) it is however a good starting template for politicians everywhere in all venues and times.