A New Republican National Chairman

The Republican National Committee has a new leader. Michael Steele was elected today and so far he sounds right. One of the things Mr. Steele said is that we have let the Democrats define our party and the media. Mr. Steele is 100% right in his assessment about America’s view of the Republican Party. We did not push people away from the party, an onslaught by the Democrats supported by popular media has pushed us into a corner. Well, the donkey may need to watch closely because pushing a great big elephant into a corner is never a good idea. Elephants will not stay in the corner long and neither will the G.O.P. The Republican Party has lead in far too many of the “first” and it’s high time we assume that role again. We must encourage Mr. Steele and the party leaders from smallest committees to the largest across the nation. We must continue to get involved, encourage, and grow. Being knocked down is not the same as being knocked out. As I have reported here, our own small committee has already added ten new members since the election. Read this again “ten new members since the election”. That means since the Democrats won the Presidency and took office, ten new people have stood up and said it’s time to do something. If we can add ten new members in a Democrat controlled state, in a small county, and in a small town, what can you do in your town with your committee?

The new officers of the Miller County Republican Committee were elected on January 12. These dedicated Republican Volunteers are from left to right are First Vice Chairman Larry Pritchett, Treasurer Dianne Pritchett, Secretary Jayla Yelverton, Second Vice Chairwoman Sherry Potts and Chairman N. Wayne Smith.(source)

As you might imagine, taking an office in any committee can be a challenge, but the Miller County Republican Committee is blessed with some very dedicated people. I have had the opportunity to correspond with Chairman Smith on several occasions as well as join him for committee meetings. He, like all the officers, is dedicated to preparing the way for the next elections on local and state levels in Arkansas. All Miller County Republicans can be thankful that these members of the committee accepted nominations and were voted into their respective offices.

If you are in the Miller County area and you’re interested in joining a good group of people sharing common values and interest, you should look into attending a Miller County Republican Committee Meeting. You’ll find everyone friendly, open, and more than willing to get you a coke, some cookies or if you’re really lucky you’ll arrive on a chili night. We had a great chili night on the 12th. So, if you are interested you can contact the committee through our Miller County Republican Committee website here(come visit Miller County Republican Committee.

President Takes Office

Americans should be proud on several fronts today as President Obama became our 44th President. Whether a person is a Democrat or a Republican, today was a day of celebration for America. President Obama broke several barriers that Republicans can be proud we had a part in tearing down. When looking at the history, a person taking time to study will find that the Republican Party has always been a strong backer of equal rights, tearing down the barrier of race, and promoting equality for all. This positive trend goes clear back to the days of Lincoln, a Republican and hero of Obama.

Unfortunately, not everyone shares our Republican and Democrat point of view. There were many threats discussed and white supremacy groups around the nation were making threats against the President. Fortunately, our government saw fit to increase security and to fully prepare for any potential threats. I believe this was the right choice at a crucial moment in our history. We cannot under any circumstance let these groups gain a foothold of fear as they have so often in the past. Republican and Democrat alike can be proud of the work our government did today to protect the President.

I wish President Obama the best over the next four years. I honestly hope that he is able to accomplish half of the positive things he has set forth for the American people. A glance at the White House webpage will indicate quickly that his idea of change is already taking place. However, I must add that despite wishing him luck, I also look forward to renewed and spirited race for the White House in 2012.

A Republican Call Against Abortion

Tax and spend is not be here yet, but preparations are already underway to ensure that your tax dollars are spent. In particular, preparations are underway for Obama to spend you tax money on abortions abroad.

Ronald Reagan issued executive orders that stopped money of U.S. taxpayers from being used to promote abortion or pay for abortion in other countries. George H.W. Bush upheld that order. Unfortunately, Bill Clinton withdrew the order. George W. Bush then put the order back in place. Thankfully, you tax dollars have not paid for abortions or the promotion of abortions outside the United States for twenty out of the last twenty-eight years. Obama is set to change the policy again (like Clinton) and allow tax dollars to be spent on the promotion and on paying for abortions around the world.

Americans can once again settle into the fact that their money will be spent on abortions around the world. The only defense those children worldwide will have is for Republican leadership in Washington to introduce legislation stopping U.S. tax dollars from going to promote and support abortion around the world. It doesn’t matter whether you are Democrat or Republican, if you don’t support abortion, now is your time to act and write your representatives. I have to stop and wonder how many people twenty-eight and under around the world have the leadership of Ronald Reagan, George H.W. Bush, and George W. Bush to thank for the fact that abortion was never a promoted option before their birth? CNN.Com

"It is my conviction that taxpayer funds should not be used to pay for abortion or actively promote abortion." - George W. Bush

"Abortion is advocated only by persons who have themselves been born." -Ronald Reagan

Thank You President Bush

I watched the President’s last briefing today thanks to CNN.com. A few things I noticed about President Bush that I felt was important to report to you here. First, he looked tired and almost relieved that the burdens of the presidency will soon fall to someone else (first image from 2000, second from 2009). Second, he was able to laugh at himself and some of his own slips during the last eight years. Finally, the man was extremely graceful in a time when public polls keep hammering him and blaming him for everything gone wrong over the last year or so. I thought it might be important to take another look at some of the laws and acts that President Bush has signed on behalf of our nation.

1. He established the White House Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives
2. He signed the Economic and Tax Relief Reconciliation Act
3. He signed the Patriot Act
4. He put the No Child Left Behind Education in effect
5. He signed the HIV/AIDS Act
6. He signed the Medicare Prescription Drug Improvement and Modernization Act
7. He signed the Secure Fence Act
8. He signed the $700 billion bailout package

President Bush has done a great deal more for the country, not the least of which is starting Homeland Security and preventing any further terrorist attacks on U.S. soil. We owe a huge thank you to President George W. Bush. I am grateful for his leadership during the tough early years of this century.