I would like to add, use your voice. Use it to letters to the editors, magazines, on radio, on blogs, with any group that you can, including those who have differing opinions. The MSM is not our friend and we must have alternative means of getting the word out.

We have a womens group, disenchanted with the Republican party but strong conservatives. Our group, The 7 O’Clock Fight Club is growing with new members bringing in others and with the election, I expect to see a spike in the numbers.

Start preparing now, start organizing now and start talking now.

The underlying problem is still there. We don’t have a message except: conservatism. Part of the reason it keeps getting beat down is because people don’t understand that, for the most part, they’re conservative, too.

I’d like to bring in diversity to the conservative movement but the face of it is still white. Yes, I know how the left tries to destroy conservative minorities but this is where we lack courage. Michael Steele and Ken Blackwell weren’t in the forefront until the very end when it really wouldn’t make enough of a difference. We have to have courage to show people, give our conservative minorities bigger voices in the movement so they can show people what the potential for greatness there is in being conservative.

Oreo cookies, uncle tom smears, and the like aside, if we don’t put ourselves forward unashamedly with courage, nothing we attempt will succeed.

Before anything else, re-education on what conservatism is needs to begin. Too many people have forgotten. It can be done but it’s going to take courage to withstand the hate and vitriole from the left.

Tonight Sarah Palin will be on Greta Van Susteren’s show.

Get involved by watching the interview and make Greta’s ratings skyrocket like BHO’s plans for our energy costs.

Greta did herself proud this election season and was very fair to Sarah and helped to give Sarah a voice.

Give her your support, watch the interview, and let’s make some ratings news!

Newt has said that he would be willing to be the leader of the RNC, providing the R’s don’t decide that they want to shift to the center. Newt is a great speaker, has proven conservative ideas and plans, and has powerful name recognition. I think he would be a very vocal and successful RNC chair. The new RNC chair will be selected right after innauguration. Newt can get the base excited. He was very effective to get support for the drill here drill now petition, to bad Pelosi had no intention of drilling for diddly squat.

I don’t even remember who the current RNC chair is, seems like he hid in the closet thru this whole election cycle.

What do you guys think?

what about reformtheparty.com?

We need to eliminate the right wing nut jobs from our party….social conservatives and fiscal conservatives do not sync….we need small government and need to keep government out of our bedroom, our sex lives, etc. We need to bring the party back to its pro-business roots or risk the party’s death.

previous site in error

try this:
rebuildtheparty.com

I mentioned it a few times before but we, the right, need a document that establishes what we believe in as a movement. If we don’t have a baseline then we don’t know where we come from. Yes its great to say “Reagan” and “conservative” but as Brandon pointed out people equate that to “Republican” and that equals this “neo-conservative” view. I’ll be the first to say I don’t know what a neo-conservative is but obviously its not a good thing.

So I propose a Red State Manifesto, a Facebook group, and I like the idea of state chapters. That can localize this to a degree where those of us can actually work on smaller than Congress issues and state ballot initiatives. Just some options and even though I’m a new member I don’t think this is without merit.

1. A manifesto, or something along those lines, can also be a petition to the Guerrilla Congress and Senate.

2. Facebook? MySpace? Or your own personal off-RedState Blog. I’ve started taking diaries that I write here and add them to my own blog on Blogspot. The more networked we are and viral we’re able to be the broader the message can be and we’re able to affect the landscape. We know a lot can happen in two years (2010 Congressionals) and the Internet is the means to achieve that change. It isn’t expensive and it isn’t something that requires a lot of leg work, but it does require some brain power. A few minutes/hours out of our days that we can spend can equate to one or two people reading. As we say in psychological warfare, if we can get one, we got a win.

Also I would propose a “RedState affiliated” blog. An off-site blog that RS recognizes as being affiliated because of message, professionalism, content, and relevancy. This lets people link RedState to their blog and adds to exposure.

1. State chapters? Maybe just regional? Just another way to focus some internal work on state issues and races. But I do love the alerts I see when things come up, such as the Norm Coleman race even though I’m a Georgia voter. But I just don’t know what I can do other than donating money, which is kind of hard to do from my stand point. So a phone call is the next option but again… time constraining at times. So a state or regional chapter could have a list of newspapers, TV stations, or other media that we can call and write to on behalf of the issue at hand.

Just some ideas at getting involved. I think RedState has the perfect avenue to achieve that because of the diaries that you allow on the blog overall. No other site does that and the wit and insight.

Ok I’ve exercised my brain.

I heard you on Glenn Beck last week. Thank you for voicing your support of Operation Leper to the millions of Beck’s listeners.

I am very heartned to know that you have had such a big call for becoming active with the Republican party. Obama won the election because of his massive ground support. I heard he had a network of 1.3 million workers. The Republicans, particularly the Conservatives need to gain as many volunteers as ACORN has, albeit honest workers and volunteers. The RNC needs to take a leadership position, drive the Conservative narritive and mainly start collecting money for future campaigns. We cannot allow another Liberal Candidate on any level the ability to buy elections.

I’m sure that most don’t want to even think about campaigns right now. I am exhausted from the non-stop political news everywhere, but it will take alot of time to build the ground support we will need as early as 2010.

Get into the race yourself. Run for the low offices. Run for the high offices. Run for every office in between.

This is, in fact, a war we are in. And every war needs new volunteers.

I have to say I don’t like this kind of language, especially when we really are at war with our enemies.

We are not at war with democrats, we are engaging in civil debate with fellow Americans.

WE MUST ALL WORK TOGETHER TO DEFEAT THIS!!! Peter Kirsanow had an entry in “The Corner” on NRO about working to stop the “Fairness Doctrine” immediately. I could not agree with him more and I felt the need to mention it on Red State as well. In my opinion this is one of the most damaging pieces of legislation that an Obama Presidency could sign into law. Aside from the obvious violations of the First Amendment, this law could allow any piece of legislation to flow through Congress and the public would be none the wiser. With the GOP being the minority party in both chambers, the real power behind stopping the oncoming socialist agenda is talk radio and the conservative blogs. This is the media that the liberals want to silence because they know the major networks will do their bidding, no questions asked. Talk radio and blogs like Red State were responsible for stopping the 2007 Amnesty Bill. The same energy and effort that was put into stopping that bill needs to be doubled in regards to stopping the “Fairness” Doctrine from becoming law. I have already contacted my two GOP Senators as well as my Representative, who is a somewhat moderate Democrat. I urge you to do the same. If the FD becomes law, there is no stopping the liberal agenda from destroying this country.

we have to corrdinate the rebuilding process to minimize inefficiency. but reorganize and rebuild we must.

In the aftermath of the 2008 Presidential Election, through which Senator Obama was elected President, there is some discussion surrounding whether the Republican Party must become increasingly liberal in its ideology and political platform, in order to maintain compatibility with the electorate, and thereby position itself to achieve victory in future national elections.

In consideration of this strategic question, it must be observed that there are three pillars inherent in the Republican Party and its traditional voters; to wit: fiscal conservatives; national security conservatives; and religious conservatives, often referred to as social conservatives and/or values voters. Shifting the Republican platform essentially means transitioning away from morally upright positions on issues including abortion, embryonic stem cell research, homosexual marriage, and other pro-family issues of principal concern to religious conservatives.

As a Christian, and in political vernacular, often referred to by political commentators as an Evangelical, it is imperative that the Republican Party understand political support from a Christian perspective. First, it must be observed that Christians are those who have been born again through faith, that is, belief in and reliance upon Jesus Christ, the Son of God, for salvation in accordance with the Biblical commandment to believe in His name. Secondly, Christians are followers of Jesus Christ; and in this respect there is no higher priority than obeying His commandments. In this respect, it must be realized that Christians view all matters in life, including family, culture, and political matters from a Biblical perspective. The Scripture is the only prism employed to guide and direct attitudes among Christians; and there is no option to compromise on Biblical precept or principle, regardless of the repercussions. Christians obey God, and leave the consequences to Him.

Christians view themselves as Christians first; and secondly, as Americans; who love God, and country, in this respective order. Christians are not wedded to any political party, but rather abide by the timeless principles of God, as conveyed in the Bible, and strive to correctly apply these principles in all aspects of daily living, including in political affairs. It is Biblical precept and principle which guide political views and positions on issues. Please understand that this is not a matter for debate or negotiation, but rather a representation of truth and fact in the life of a Christian. Christians will not compromise on principle, because they cannot. Doing otherwise is sin. Hence, and there is no disrespect intended in the forthcoming comment, Christians will not under any circumstances abandon their positions on abortion, marriage, and other life issues. To suggest or believe otherwise is politically naïve and erroneous. Christians will not commit personal or collective sin for the sake of political gain or expediency. Hence, should the Republican Party pursue a course of diminishing or vitiating its pro-family platform, it will effectively abandon the Christian community in America, one of the three pillars of their national constituency, and their tens of millions of votes. Additionally, it should be recognized that Christians are not myopic, and hold strong, patriotic views on other important national issues. Christians support a muscular defense and security policy; the post 9/11 pre-emptive and offensive war policy to protect the nation; fiscal responsibility and low taxes; protection of gun rights; and school choice.

From a political perspective, it is noteworthy to mention that according to polling by the Christian Coalition, only 50% of Christians are registered to vote, and only 50% of those registered voted in the national election. This is a tragedy, and an irresponsible act on the part of the Christian community. Bluntly stated, from a Biblical perspective, it is sin. Christians have responsibilities as citizens of this nation; and the failure to vote, and thereby, participate in the political process is inconsistent with the “good stewardship” Scriptural principle. Nonetheless, this circumstance presents a tremendous opportunity, for the Christian community, and the Republican Party; that being, to focus attention, resources, and effort toward registering millions of Christians to vote, and to motivate them to exercise their God-given civic duty. Republican Party leaders, and strategists, together with leaders of the Christian community, would be well-served to converge on the goal of dramatically increasing voter registration among believers. It is in the interest of Christians, who love this nation, and the Republican Party, which seeks restoration to national political leadership, to do so. Accordingly, there is no need for the Republican Party to abandon its traditional platform, or Christians, in its quest for political success.

Hey Erick, per this suggestion:

**Network with your fellow RedStaters

We have a lot of people here in the same states. Have you ever thought about getting some of them together for a drink, a burger, or just a conversation? Why not? Take your online activities off line. Make new friends. Organize in your states.

I know we’ve updated zip codes into our profiles, but can we do anything with them yet? Can we search to see who’s near to us, so we can better form real communities, instead of just virtual online communities?

Thanks!

-IJ

Try to minimize the complaining along with a great sense of urgency in the situation the Republicans face. I know it’s impossible to be clean of complaining (everyone is a sinner) and I complain too, but the more complaining, the worse the readers will feel, or even try to ignore you. Let’s be more serious about trying to regain 2010 and minimize the complaining and whining whether it’s sarcasm or serious.

Anyone who ever thinks that Republican party needs to rebrand the California Governator way needs to read 1980 and 1994 history (earth to Mr. Frum). The whole theory about the vaccum that the Democrats have left moving leftward is a joke…NO MORE posts about that (btw arn’t Dems and Repubs in that so called vaccum)! It’s not “we are too conservative”, it’s that Republican leaders spend too much and are big govt. psycos (ie Rep Young, Lewis, Mica, Gilchrest, LaHood ect.). Let our voices be heard and start planning and working for principle, minimizing Obama in 2010, and getting Palin elected in 2012!

Again, enough of the Eeyore stuff. 2008 election is over, move forward.

I might add that if you don’t like how things are going, you should run for public office.

Wheather it is on the local, state or federal level. Stop talking and start doing.

who emailed you. Unfortunately, the GOP in AR seems to be dead, or maybe just hybernating.

I have made calls, written letters and emailed my party leaders but it all seems to fall on deaf ears. I fear there are others out there like me who want to volunteer…but no one seems to want us.

And you are absolutely right BigGator5, I am seriously looking at what office I may be able to run for, that may be the only way to get in and shake things up.

I heart Michael Steele! The GOP needs a strong SPOKESPERSON right now, someone who can articulate vision and communicate without resembling the defensive “assumption” based style of McCain. We need someone who can expose the left’s lies with skillful dialogue, not by making funny faces!

Social conservativism is about getting the government to stay OUT of our personal lives. We can make our choices, thank you very much. As long as the government is not funding insidious anti family programs I’m good. But similarly they shouldn’t be trying to force conservative social values (whatever the heck that means) down people’s throats either. Leave social engineering up to the left. The right should let families and churches take the lead in this area.

Steele has proven he can communicate very effectively and is cool in the face of hostility. That’s the most glaring deficiency the party currently faces. A solid national voice. Give him a shot! Go Michael!

I heart Michael Steele! The GOP needs a strong SPOKESPERSON right now, someone who can articulate vision and communicate without resembling the defensive “assumption” based style of McCain. We need someone who can expose the left’s lies with skillful dialogue, not by making funny faces!

Social conservativism is about getting the government to stay OUT of our personal lives. We can make our choices, thank you very much. As long as the government is not funding insidious anti family programs I’m good. But similarly they shouldn’t be trying to force conservative social values (whatever the heck that means) down people’s throats either. Leave social engineering up to the left. The right should let families and churches take the lead in this area.

Steele has proven he can communicate very effectively and is cool in the face of hostility. That’s the most glaring deficiency the party currently faces. A solid national voice. Give him a shot! Go Michael!

We need to make it easy for people to get involved. During the amnesty debacle Numbersusa made it easy for people to get involved. They had form letters and form faxes you could add your name to and send for free.

Many conservatives will get involved but they don’t have the time it takes to research and write their own diaries etc. Don’t throw them under the bus. Embrace them and give them the tools they need to join the effort. For every person actively on RedState and similar blogs their are thousands of conservative leaning voters that would do something if they got a little help.

We need coordinated attacks with daily outlines and talking points. “Today lets focus on this issue with these points, directed at Senator XYZ.” A focused coordinated effort gives the impression of a much larger, powerful movement. Do we even know how many calls/emails/letters it takes to influence a politician? I’d say very few, from 10 to 200 depending on the issue. But someone can chime in here on that.

The left is organized. That ‘other’ site during the campaigns kept up a rolling list of all online polls so people could click on them and vote favorably for Obama. It didn’t win the election but sure could have skewed the polls and eventually pick up votes from people who want to be on the winning team. Obama’s success was not standing for something but rather offered many people to be on the rockstar’s team. On the winning team.

We often forget here at RedState that millions do very little research on candidates and just believe the headlines. We have to win the battle of headlines and sound bites.

the fact that Obama wasn’t vetted by the press or by his own party does not make it right or acceptable. I believe he should produce the documents he is ordered to by Dec. 1,2008. If they are in fact false then the rest of our concerns about he governs won’t matter will it.

Of course the work to stay involved and what we do in response to Obama’s policy changes by executive order should be a major concern. But to just sluff off his citizenship well now that would be unconstitutional,wouldn’t it.

We need to stop a lot of the backbiting in the Party, we disparage Republican candidates based on the perceptions at the time without no evidence. Leave that to the left.

Secondly, the same people that suggest that we abandon the largest voting block in the Republican party, the social conservatives, are the same people who cost us the last election. It is political suicide to do so.

Furthermore, we must not try and kneecap a Republican in order to further our own special interests, or candidate or whatever. I saw this in the primary against Mike Huckabee, and I was left shaking my head. It is also the same attitude as to why Sarah Palin is being thrown under the base by the establishment.

I suppose that in the Republican party, the more things change, the more they stay the same.

I have given some thought to running for a local office up here in Northern California. I typically talk myself out of it for one reason or another, but perhaps I should go for it now.

With a little over seventy days until Barak Obama is sworn in as 44th president the question beckons, who is organizing the opposition? Has anyone besides myself even begun to think about protesting this farce of an event. While thousands are shelling out huge sums of money in hopes of catching a glimpse of That One as he descends from the heavens and proceeds to confiscate loaves and fish from the wealthy to provide for the faithful, our movement appears to be sitting on its hands. At this point in 2004 the left was geared up with dozens of catchy slogans, pithy placards, and twenty foot tall effigies soaking in petrol awaiting the flames of a fiery protest. What are we doing? We are sniping at each other over who said what about Sara Palin and cowering in the corner licking our wounds inflicted in the last election. The time has come for action!….

More At:
http://www.hostileopposition.blogspot.com

no punches pulled

http://blogs.ft.com/maverecon/2008/11/no-change-no-hope-obamas-transition-economic-advisory-board/#more-358

Schools, universities, government agencies, the media, and non-profits are controlled by the left wing. The government agency where I work had Obama posters everywhere. We routinely dole out taxpayer money to left wing activists and causes. We need to fight back everywhere.