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THAT the right of the individual to achieve the best
that is within him, as long as he respects the rights of others,
is the source of our Nation's strength.
THAT 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 government
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 the 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 FOR THE FUTURE. |
