Much debate has ensued since the last two disastrous election cycles on how Republicans should rebuild or redefine the party. It appeared that Republicans were destined to “Wander in the Wilderness” for decades unless they made serious changes. The prescriptions proposed for changed ranged from embracing big government, denouncing compassionate conservatism, and abandoning the national security policy established by President Bush.
The Republicans have done little if anything to effect these changes or for that matter any meaningful change. No leader has emerged to champion a movement and guide the party in the Right direction. I sometimes wonder does the party really need change or do they just need the live up to the ideals set forth by the “Great Communicator” (and I don’t mean Obama)?
President Reagan had a uncanny ability to rally the nation to support his vision for the country. Why was Reagan so effective?
One line in President Reagan's inaugural speech essentially encapsulates his foundational philosophy: "In this present crisis, government is not the solution to our problems; government is the problem." Reagan’s sincerity and ability to communicate at a very basic level rallied the nation under a banner of patriotism.
Not only was Reagan sincere and insightful when presenting the conservative platform, but he was the eternal optimist. His optimism was contagious. His inaugural speech was full of optimism and more importantly, full of hope of a great future. President Reagan so eloquently stated, "It is time to reawaken this industrial giant. ... And as we renew ourselves here in our own land, we will be seen as having greater strength throughout the world. We will again be the exemplar of freedom and a beacon of hope for those who do not now have freedom."
Contrast this optimistic approach with the anti-American, apologetic, sky is falling heir of a disastrous economic situation driblle espoused by Obama. How many times has Obama talked about liberty, freedom, or a love for the ideals that made this country the greatest nation in history? Candidate Obama rallied around the slogan of his promise of change. This promise (unfulfilled promise) was appealing to moderates who, did not necessarily agree with Obama’s vision of change, but they were extremely frustrated by President Bush’s abandonment of the conservative ideals.
The time is ripe for a new Reagan Republican leader to emerge and restore the country’s belief that we can accomplish anything through hard work and determination (not by government assistance). We must restore the ideals of Rugged Individualism and the hope for our future. Liberty, freedom and economic collapse are at stake. The light has shown on the true agenda of the left and the cockroaches are scurrying, time to turn up the candle power on the lights and get them back in their hiding places.
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