“If you're afraid of the future, then get out of the way,
stand aside. The people of this country are ready to move again.”- Ronald Wilson Reagan (40th President of the United States of America
That the right of the
individual to achieve the best that is within him or her,
as long as he or she respects the rights of others, is the source of our
Nation's strength.
That the
government exists to protect the freedom of opportunity in which each
individual's creative ability can flourish.
That the
government activities should be limited to those things which people cannot
do at all, or cannot do so well for themselves.
That the
most effective government is closest to the people.
That those
who cannot provide for themselves should be assisted by both government and
society, but that every effort should be made to help them become self-supporting , productive citizens with pride in their
independence.
That equal
rights, equal justice and equal opportunity belong to all, regardless of
race, creed, age, sex, or national origin.
That the
preservation of our Nation and the security of our citizens depend upon the
constitution, the laws and the courts, and that respect for them is the
responsibility of every individual.
That
government is accountable for maintaining sound money and a responsible
economy. Individual rights, liberties and properties are continually eroded
when citizens are oppressed by excessive taxation, inflation, government
waste and over-regulation.
That
government is responsible for national defense and that only a strong America can remain a free America.
That it is
absolutely essential to maintain a strong national defense posture in order
that we may at all times negotiate from a position of strength, not
weakness, in our continuing efforts toward world peace and friendship.
That these
concepts are the foundation of our national strength and that the
Republican Party, which is committed to their preservation, is the Party of
today, and the Party of the future.
