As Republican former Governors, Senators and public officials, we urge our party to renew its allegiance to the proven, common sense values which unite America. Instead of partisan ideology – which increasingly has led moderates to leave the party – what’s needed is a speedy return to the pragmatic, problem-solving mainstream. Here’s how the President and Republican-majority Congress can send that clear signal to the nation: Stop weakening environmental law – and once again protect our air, water and public lands as Teddy Roosevelt and other great Republican leaders intended; Restore fiscal responsibility – with “pay-as-you-go” budget discipline to end record deficits that jeopardize economic growth; Put the health of millions first – and clear the way for embryonic stem cell research; Appoint mainstream federal judges – and respect the Constitution; Make America safer – and protect cities and towns, still vulnerable three years after 9/11, by securing chemical and nuclear plants and shipping containers; Rebuild our alliances with real partnerships and restore Americas standing in the world. By returning to the mainstream in these ways, our party can regain the trust of a divided nation and earn a vote of confidence in November.
this is a much better statement of what my aborted rant yesterday started out life as.
