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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

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"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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December 14, 2022 at 5:04 PM

McMorris Rodgers Lays Out Priorities as Incoming Chair of the Energy & Commerce Committee

For immediate release: December 14, 2022 Contact: [email protected] McMorris Rodgers Lays Out Priorities as Incoming Chair of the Energy & Commerce Committee “Our agenda promotes free markets, free speech, and the individual freedoms that this country was founded…

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December 13, 2022 at 12:04 PM

Teddy Tweet of the Week

"Teddy Tweets" Theodore Roosevelt's Weekly Wisdom Presented by The Ripon Society “The power of the Congress to regulate Interstate commerce is an absolute and unqualified grant, and without limitations other than those prescribed by the Constitution.” Theodore Roosevelt …

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December 12, 2022 at 1:08 PM

“THE ULTIMATE WEAPON IS IN SHORT SUPPLY” - Ripon Forum Examines Military Readiness Amid Worst Year for Recruiting Since 1973

For immediate release: December 12, 2022 Contact: [email protected] “THE ULTIMATE WEAPON IS IN SHORT SUPPLY” Latest Ripon Forum Examines U.S. Military Readiness Amid Rising Global Tensions and the Worst Year for Recruiting Since 1973 WASHINGTO…

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December 8, 2022 at 5:02 PM

ICYMI: “The Mod Squad is back, and cooler than ever” — from the Colorado Springs Gazette

From the Colorado Springs Gazette https://gazette.com/politics/the-mod-squad-is-back-and-cooler-than-ever-vince-bzdek/article_877525a8-72a6-11ed-ae3a-bf1bef78cbce.html The Mod Squad is back, and cooler than ever  By Vince Bzdek  December 4, 2022 Suddenly, miracul…

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December 6, 2022 at 11:05 AM

Teddy Tweet of the Week

"Teddy Tweets" Theodore Roosevelt's Weekly Wisdom Presented by The Ripon Society “In order to succeed we need leaders of inspired idealism, leaders to whom are granted great visions, who dream greatly and strive to make their dreams come true.” Theodore Roosevelt Speech …

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December 5, 2022 at 1:03 PM

“Verging on civil war — that’s where people think we are.” - Lake & Goeas discuss latest Battleground Poll and their new book focusing on respect

For immediate release: December 5, 2022 Contact: [email protected] “Verging on civil war — that’s where people think we are.” Lake & Goeas Discuss Latest Poll Coming Out of the Election and Their Timely New Book Focusing on Respect WASHINGTON, DC — A Que…

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November 29, 2022 at 12:03 PM

Teddy Tweet of the Week

"Teddy Tweets" Theodore Roosevelt's Weekly Wisdom Presented by The Ripon Society “Often much of the best service that is rendered in Congress must be done without any hope of approbation or reward.” Theodore Roosevelt Harvard Graduates' Magazine  October, 1892 To vi…

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November 22, 2022 at 12:04 PM

Teddy Tweet of the Week

"Teddy Tweets" Theodore Roosevelt's Weekly Wisdom Presented by The Ripon Society “It is immensely fitting that once a year our people should set apart a day for praise and Thanksgiving to the Giver of Good.” Theodore Roosevelt Proclamation   November 2, 1905 To view …

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November 14, 2022 at 12:03 PM

Teddy Tweet of the Week

"Teddy Tweets" Theodore Roosevelt's Weekly Wisdom Presented by The Ripon Society “The dealings of the United States with foreign powers should be considered from no partisan standpoint.” Theodore Roosevelt The Independent  August 11, 1892 To view past Teddy Tweets, …

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November 8, 2022 at 12:04 PM

Teddy Tweet of the Week

"Teddy Tweets" Theodore Roosevelt's Weekly Wisdom Presented by The Ripon Society “We need to make our political representatives more quickly and sensitively responsive to the people whose servants they are.” Theodore Roosevelt Speech in Osawatomie, KS August 31, 1910 …

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November 4, 2022 at 12:35 PM

With Veterans Day one week away, The Ripon Forum publishes its 4th Annual Special Edition to commemorate the holiday & honor those who served...

For immediate release: November 4, 2022 Contact: [email protected] Ripon Forum Publishes 4th Annual Veterans Day Special Edition With essays by Members of Congress who served in uniform; plus, a look at the effort to cut fraud from the G.I. Bill and reduce veteran ho…

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November 1, 2022 at 11:03 AM

Teddy Tweet of the Week

"Teddy Tweets" Theodore Roosevelt's Weekly Wisdom Presented by The Ripon Society “A man of sound political instincts can no more subscribe to the doctrine of absolute independence of party on the one hand than to that of unquestioning party alliance on the other.” Theodore…

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October 25, 2022 at 11:03 AM

Teddy Tweet of the Week

"Teddy Tweets" Theodore Roosevelt's Weekly Wisdom Presented by The Ripon Society “There never can be, there never will be a good government in which the average citizen is not a decent man in private life.” Theodore Roosevelt Speech in Montgomery, AL October 24, 1905 …

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October 19, 2022 at 5:03 PM

Ripon Society Holds Discussion on the Importance of Government Oversight with Machalagh Carr, General Counsel for the House GOP Leader

News from THE RIPON SOCIETY October 19, 2022 ______________________________ Ripon Society Holds Discussion on the Importance of Government Oversight with Machalagh Carr, General Counsel for the House GOP Leader   WASHINGTON, DC — The Ripon Society hosted …

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October 18, 2022 at 11:03 AM

Teddy Tweet of the Week

"Teddy Tweets" Theodore Roosevelt's Weekly Wisdom Presented by The Ripon Society “Wise legislation is vitally important, but honest administration is even more important.” Theodore Roosevelt Speech in Philadelphia, PA June 21, 1900 To view past Teddy Tweets, please …

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October 13, 2022 at 4:04 PM

Ripon Society Holds Discussion with the Executive Directors of the NRCC & NRSC

News from THE RIPON SOCIETY October 13, 2022 ______________________________ Ripon Society Holds Discussion with the Executive Directors of the NRCC & NRSC    WASHINGTON, DC — With the mid-term election less than a month away, The Ripon Society held a l…

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