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May 2, 2023 at 11:13 AM

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"Teddy Tweets" Theodore Roosevelt's Weekly Wisdom Presented by The Ripon Society “Fit to hold our own against strong nations of the earth, our voice for peace will carry to the ends of the earth." Theodore Roosevelt Eighth Annual Message December 8, 1908 To view pas…

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April 28, 2023 at 6:04 PM

McHenry Pushes to Get America’s Fiscal House in Order

For immediate release: April 28, 2023 Contact: [email protected] McHenry Pushes to Get America’s Fiscal House in Order “The major spending reforms over the last 40 years have ridden in conjunction with a debt ceiling increase.” WASHINGTON, DC -- U.S. Rep. Pat…

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April 25, 2023 at 11:03 AM

Teddy Tweet of the Week

"Teddy Tweets" Theodore Roosevelt's Weekly Wisdom Presented by The Ripon Society “I have not a particle of sympathy with the sentimentality - as I deem it, the mawkishness - which overflows with foolish pity for the criminal and cares not at all for the victim of the crimina…

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April 21, 2023 at 4:04 PM

Ernst Says SBA Must Be Held Accountable for Pandemic Relief Funds that Were Misspent

For immediate release: April 21, 2023 Contact: [email protected] Ernst Says SBA Must Be Held Accountable for Pandemic Relief Funds that Were Misspent “I'm deeply concerned that the agency is way too eager to wipe all of the fraud off the books.” WASHINGTON,…

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April 18, 2023 at 11:04 AM

Teddy Tweet of the Week

"Teddy Tweets" Theodore Roosevelt's Weekly Wisdom Presented by The Ripon Society “Business success, whether for the individual or for the nation, is a good thing only so far as it is accompanied by and develops a high standard of conduct -- honor, integrity, civic courage." …

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April 17, 2023 at 12:04 PM

ICYMI: : "From Broken Windows to Jumping Turnstiles" -- from the latest Ripon Forum

from The Ripon Forum April 2023 https://riponsociety.org/article/from-broken-windows-to-jumping-turnstiles/ From Broken Windows to Jumping Turnstyles   by DOROTHY MOSES SCHULZ Our nation is in the middle of a crime crisis. From the dramatic increase in the number of…

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April 15, 2023 at 1:04 PM

WEEKEND READ: "Is the U.S. Tax System Rigged in Favor of the Rich?" -- from the latest Ripon Forum

from The Ripon Forum April 2023 https://riponsociety.org/article/is-the-u-s-tax-system-rigged-in-favor-of-the-rich/ Is the U.S. Tax System Rigged in Favor of the Rich?   by DANIEL BUNN Is the U.S. tax system rigged in favor of the rich? That’s the belief of many Ame…

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April 14, 2023 at 4:04 PM

“THINGS LOOK DIFFERENT DOWNTOWN” -- Latest Ripon Forum Examines Future of American Cities

For immediate release: April 14, 2023 Contact: [email protected] “THINGS LOOK DIFFERENT DOWNTOWN” Latest Ripon Forum examines future of American cities With essays by Joel Kotkin, Andy Barr, & Dorothy Moses Schulz; plus Mike Lee's plan to boost homeownership and …

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April 13, 2023 at 4:05 PM

Ripon Society Hosts Discussion with Team Scalise

For immediate release: April 13, 2023 Contact: [email protected] Ripon Society Hosts Discussion with Team Scalise WASHINGTON, DC – With Members of the U.S. House of Representatives returning to Washington next week to continue work on their 2023 polic…

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April 12, 2023 at 4:06 PM

ICYMI: Ripon Profile of Tim Scott

In light of Tim Scott's announcement this morning that he is forming an exploratory committee to run for President, we thought you might be interested in seeing the profile of the South Carolina lawmaker that appeared in The Ripon Forum  shortly after his election to the House in 2010 --…

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April 11, 2023 at 11:03 AM

Teddy Tweet of the Week

"Teddy Tweets" Theodore Roosevelt's Weekly Wisdom Presented by The Ripon Society “In every field of endeavor the work best worth doing for Americans must in some degree express the distinctive characteristics of our own national soul." Theodore Roosevelt Address before t…

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April 4, 2023 at 11:06 AM

Teddy Tweet of the Week

"Teddy Tweets" Theodore Roosevelt's Weekly Wisdom Presented by The Ripon Society “America will cease to be a great nation whenever her young men cease to possess energy, daring, and endurance, as well as the wish and the power to fight the nation's foes." Theodore Roosevel…

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March 31, 2023 at 4:33 PM

Tillis Leads Effort to Strengthen Border Security and Reform America’s Broken Immigration System

For immediate release: March 31, 2023 Contact: [email protected] Tillis Leads Effort to Strengthen Border Security and Reform America's Broken Immigration System “There's no way to fix this unless you have both parts of the equation.” WASHINGTON, DC – In rem…

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March 29, 2023 at 6:03 PM

Young Says Now is the Time to Confront Xi Because of His Leadership Missteps in Recent Years

For immediate release: March 29, 2023 Contact: [email protected] Young Says Now is the Time to Confront Xi Because of His Leadership Missteps in Recent Years WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Sen. Todd Young (R-IN) appeared yesterday morning before a breakfast meeting of T…

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March 28, 2023 at 11:03 AM

Teddy Tweet of the Week

"Teddy Tweets" Theodore Roosevelt's Weekly Wisdom Presented by The Ripon Society “Nothing can take the place of the education of the home; and that education must be largely the unconscious influence of character upon character." Theodore Roosevelt Before the Minnesota S…

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March 27, 2023 at 12:03 PM

ICYMI: Ripon Profile of U.S. Rep. Julia Letlow

With Friday's passage of the Parents Bill of Rights Act by the House of Representatives, we wanted to be sure you had seen the below profile of the bill's author, U.S. Rep. Julia Letlow, that appeared in The Ripon Forum at the end of last year -- ______________________________ …

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March 24, 2023 at 6:04 PM

LaHood Says Republicans & Democrats Must Speak with One Voice When It Comes to Confronting the Chinese Communist Threat

For immediate release: March 24, 2023 Contact: [email protected] “The thing that the CCP fears the most is bipartisan support against China." LaHood Says Republicans & Democrats Must Speak With One Voice When It Comes to Confronting the Chinese Communist Threat …

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March 21, 2023 at 11:03 AM

Teddy Tweet of the Week

"Teddy Tweets" Theodore Roosevelt's Weekly Wisdom Presented by The Ripon Society “We favor co-operation in business, and ask only that it be carried on in a spirit of honesty and fairness." Theodore Roosevelt National Progressive Convention, Chicago, Illinois August, 191…

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March 17, 2023 at 12:14 PM

WEEKEND READ: "Not Accountable" -- from the latest Ripon Forum

from The Ripon Forum February 2023 https://riponsociety.org/article/not-accountable/ Not Accountable Philip Howard returns with a new book about government dysfunction and a bold recommendation for reform.   by CAROLINE BANASZAK Shortly after Repub…

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March 14, 2023 at 11:07 AM

Teddy Tweet of the Week

"Teddy Tweets" Theodore Roosevelt's Weekly Wisdom Presented by The Ripon Society “No man is above the law and no man is below it, nor do we ask any man's permission when we require him to obey it." Theodore Roosevelt Third Annual Message to Congress December 7, 1903 …

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March 10, 2023 at 6:03 PM

Arrington Says It’s Time for Republicans and Democrats to Come Together to Reduce the National Debt

For immediate release: March 10, 2023 Contact: [email protected] Arrington Says It’s Time for Republicans and Democrats to Come Together to Reduce the National Debt WASHINGTON, DC – In remarks Tuesday morning before a breakfast meeting of The Ripon Society, Ho…

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March 7, 2023 at 12:03 PM

Teddy Tweet of the Week

"Teddy Tweets" Theodore Roosevelt's Weekly Wisdom Presented by The Ripon Society “The government ought not to conduct the business of the country; but it ought to regulate it so that it shall be conducted in the interest of the public. Theodore Roosevelt Harrisburg, Penn…

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March 3, 2023 at 5:04 PM

WEEKEND READ: "BREAKING POINT" -- by Robert Orr

from The Ripon Forum February 2023 https://riponsociety.org/article/breaking-point/ BREAKING POINT by ROBERT ORR   The United States has fewer physicians per capita than virtually every other developed country. At first glance, our lack of physician…

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March 1, 2023 at 6:03 PM

Balderson, Pfluger and Obernolte Discuss Their Priorities as New Members of the House Energy & Commerce Committee

For immediate release: March 1, 2023 Contact: [email protected] Balderson, Pfluger and Obernolte Discuss Their Priorities as New Members of the House Energy & Commerce Committee “We should be doing things that allow us to remain dominant instead of outsourcing jo…

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February 28, 2023 at 12:04 PM

Teddy Tweet of the Week

"Teddy Tweets" Theodore Roosevelt's Weekly Wisdom Presented by The Ripon Society “We can best get justice by doing justice." Theodore Roosevelt Speech, “National Duties” September 2, 1901 To view past Teddy Tweets, please click here 1155 15th Street, NW,  S…

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February 27, 2023 at 1:03 PM

"BREAKING POINT" - Latest Ripon Forum examines nation's doctor shortage and the state of pandemic preparedness in America

For immediate release: February 27, 2023 Contact: [email protected] "BREAKING POINT" Latest Ripon Forum examines nation's doctor shortage and the state of pandemic preparedness in America WASHINGTON, DC -- With our nation approaching the third …

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February 23, 2023 at 4:04 PM

Ripon Society Holds Discussion with Dan Meyer, Chief of Staff to the Speaker of the House

For immediate release: February 23, 2023 Contact: [email protected] Ripon Society Holds Discussion with Dan Meyer, Chief of Staff to the Speaker of the House WASHINGTON, DC – The Ripon Society held a lunch discussion yesterday afternoon with Dan Meyer…

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February 21, 2023 at 12:05 PM

Teddy Tweet of the Week

"Teddy Tweets" Theodore Roosevelt's Weekly Wisdom Presented by The Ripon Society “Let us speak courteously, deal fairly, and keep ourselves armed and ready." Theodore Roosevelt Address at the Mechanic's Pavillion, San Francisco, California May 13, 1903 To view past …

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February 17, 2023 at 6:04 PM

Capito Discusses Year Ahead in Senate

For immediate release: February 17, 2023 Contact: [email protected] “I'm excited about ths year and am optimistic about the country." Capito Discusses Year Ahead in Senate WASHINGTON, DC – The Ripon Society held a breakfast discussion yesterday with Senator …

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February 14, 2023 at 12:09 PM

Teddy Tweet of the Week

"Teddy Tweets" Theodore Roosevelt's Weekly Wisdom Presented by The Ripon Society “Each Congressman should be made to feel that it is his duty to support the law, and that he will be held to account if he fails to support it." Theodore Roosevelt Scribner's Magazine August…

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February 9, 2023 at 5:04 PM

Feenstra, Moore and Carey Discuss Their New Role on Ways & Means and Their Priorities in the Year Ahead

For immediate release: February 9, 2023 Contact: [email protected] Feenstra, Moore and Carey Discuss Their New Role on Ways & Means and Their Priorities in the Year Ahead “We see the value of economic growth. We see the value of low taxes and of creating opportun…

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February 8, 2023 at 1:05 PM

Meacham Headlines Anniversary Dinner at the Library of Congress

For immediate release: February 8, 2023 Contact: [email protected] Meacham Headlines Anniversary Dinner at the Library of Congress WASHINGTON, DC – A crowd of over 130 turned out Monday night for a reception and dinner in the Great Hall of the Library …

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February 7, 2023 at 8:24 PM

Ripon Society Kicks Off 2023 GOP Women Policy & Political Professionals Series

For immediate release: February 7, 2023 Contact: [email protected] Ripon Society Kicks Off 2023 GOP Women Policy & Political Professionals Series WASHINGTON, DC – The Ripon Society held its first GOP Women breakfast discussion of the year last Thursday mor…

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February 7, 2023 at 12:03 PM

Teddy Tweet of the Week

"Teddy Tweets" Theodore Roosevelt's Weekly Wisdom Presented by The Ripon Society “As a people we have played a large part in the world, and we are bent upon making our future even larger than the past.” Theodore Roosevelt State of the Union December, 1902 To view pa…

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February 4, 2023 at 2:04 PM

WEEKEND READ: "Reagan’s Vision and the State of U.S. Missile Defense Today" -- by U.S. Rep. Doug Lamborn

from The Ripon Forum December 2022 https://riponsociety.org/article/reagans-vision-and-the-state-of-u-s-missile-defense-today/ Reagan’s Vision and the State of U.S. Missile Defense Today   by DOUG LAMBORN   Nearly four decades after President Ronald…

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February 3, 2023 at 5:08 PM

ICYMI: "That time Biden actually supported reducing government spending" -- from Fox News

from Fox News https://www.foxnews.com/opinion/that-time-biden-actually-supported-reducing-government-spending?intcmp=tw_fnc That time Biden actually supported reducing government spending Would a bill to rein in federal spending that Sen. Biden supported, now get presiden…

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February 2, 2023 at 1:04 PM

Scalise Discusses New Role as House Majority Leader & Key Priorities for the Coming Year

For immediate release: February 2, 2023 Contact: [email protected] “We made commitments not only to America, but to ourselves. It’s time we deliver.” Scalise Discusses New Role as House Majority Leader & Key Priorities for the Coming Year WASHINGTON, DC …

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January 31, 2023 at 12:03 PM

Teddy Tweet of the Week

"Teddy Tweets" Theodore Roosevelt's Weekly Wisdom Presented by The Ripon Society “The man who wishes to do good in his community must go into active political life.” Theodore Roosevelt Forum  July, 1894 To view past Teddy Tweets, please click here 1155 15th…

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January 24, 2023 at 12:04 PM

Teddy Tweet of the Week

"Teddy Tweets" Theodore Roosevelt's Weekly Wisdom Presented by The Ripon Society “All for each, each for all, is a good motto, but only on condition that each works with might and main to so maintain himself as not to be a burden to others.” Theodore Roosevelt An Autobio…

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January 17, 2023 at 12:34 PM

Teddy Tweet of the Week

"Teddy Tweets" Theodore Roosevelt's Weekly Wisdom Presented by The Ripon Society “Success – the real success – does not depend upon the position you hold, but upon how you carry yourself in that position.” Theodore Roosevelt University of Cambridge, England  May 26, 1910…

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January 14, 2023 at 3:04 PM

ICYMI: Ripon Profile of Nebraska's newest Senator -- from the February 2018 Ripon Forum

from The Ripon Forum February 2018 https://riponsociety.org/article/ripon-profile-of-pete-ricketts/ Ripon Profile of PETE RICKETTS   Name & Occupation: Pete Ricketts, Governor of the State of Nebraska.   First job & the lesson(s) you learned…

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January 13, 2023 at 1:04 PM

With 118th Congress Sworn In, Ripon Society Hosts Discussion with 12 Members of the GOP Freshman Class

For immediate release: January 13, 2023 Contact: [email protected] With 118th Congress Sworn In, Ripon Society Hosts Discussion with 12 Members of the GOP Freshman Class WASHINGTON, DC – With Members of the 118th Congress officially sworn in,…

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January 11, 2023 at 1:05 PM

ICYMI: "The National Defense Stockpile is Small but Important — and Should Be Bigger"

from The Ripon Forum December 2022 https://riponsociety.org/article/the-national-defense-stockpile-is-small-but-important-and-should-be-bigger/ The National Defense Stockpile is Small but Important — and Should Be Bigger   by MAIYA CLARK   The Natio…

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January 10, 2023 at 12:33 PM

Teddy Tweet of the Week

"Teddy Tweets" Theodore Roosevelt's Weekly Wisdom Presented by The Ripon Society “A man who goes into politics should not expect to reform everything right off, with a jump.” Theodore Roosevelt Speech in Buffalo, NY  July 26, 1893 To view past Teddy Tweets, please c…

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January 7, 2023 at 4:08 PM

ICYMI: Ripon Profile of Kevin McCarthy - from the April 2007 edition of The Ripon Forum

from The Ripon Forum April 2007 https://riponsociety.org/article/ripon-profile-congressman-kevin-mccarthy/ Ripon Profile of KEVIN MCCARTHY   Name: Kevin McCarthy   Hometown: Bakersfield, CA   Occupation: Congressman representing the 22nd District…

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January 3, 2023 at 12:03 PM

Teddy Tweet of the Week

"Teddy Tweets" Theodore Roosevelt's Weekly Wisdom Presented by The Ripon Society “The constitution was created to secure justice; and we refuse to allow it to be so perverted as to become a barrier between the people and justice.” Theodore Roosevelt Speech in Chicago  De…

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December 20, 2022 at 12:04 PM

Teddy Tweet of the Week

"Teddy Tweets" Theodore Roosevelt's Weekly Wisdom Presented by The Ripon Society “Christmas was an occasion of literally delirious joy.” Theodore Roosevelt An Autobiography  1913 To view past Teddy Tweets, please click here 1155 15th Street, NW,  Suite 550 …

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December 19, 2022 at 5:04 PM

Ripon Society & Franklin Center Honor the “Unsung Heroes of Capitol Hill” with 11th Annual Bipartisan Luncheon

For immediate release: December 19, 2022 Contact: [email protected] “Your job is often thankless, but it has not gone unnoticed.” Ripon Society & Franklin Center Honor the “Unsung Heroes of Capitol Hill” with 11th Annual Bipartisan Luncheon …

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December 18, 2022 at 2:04 PM

ICYMI- "No-shows: Dozens of lawmakers capitalize on final days of proxy voting" - from the Washington Examiner

from The Washington Examiner December 16, 2022 https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/house/dozens-house-members-proxy-vote-no-show No-shows: Dozens of lawmakers capitalize on final days of proxy voting by Brady Knox December 16, 2022 Dozens of members of Congress…

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December 16, 2022 at 1:18 PM

Weekend Read: "Back to the Future for Defense" -- by Roger I. Zakheim

from The Ripon Forum December 2022 https://riponsociety.org/article/back-to-the-future-for-defense/ Back to the Future for Defense by ROGER I. ZAKHEIM   As Republicans prepare to take over the House of Representatives, it appears the next Congress is heading back t…

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