WE BELIEVE:

That the right of the individual to achieve the best that is within him, as long as he
respects the rights of others, is the source of our Nation’s strength.

That government exists to protect the freedom of
opportunity in which each individual’s creative ability can flourish.

That the government activities should be limited to those things which people cannot
do at all, or cannot do so well for themselves.

That the most effective government is government
closest to the people.  

That those who cannot provide for themselves should be assisted by both government
and society, but every effort should be made to help them become
self-supporting,  productive citizens with pride in their independence.

That equal rights, equal justice and equal opportunity
belong to all, regardless of race, creed, age, sex or
national origin.

That the preservation of our Nation and the security of our citizens depend upon the
Constitution, the laws, and the courts, and that respect for them is the responsibility
of every individual.

That the government is accountable for maintaining sound money and a responsible
economy.  Individual rights liberties and properties are continually eroded when
citizens are oppressed by excessive taxation,
inflation, government waste and over-regulation.

That government is responsible for national defense and that only a strong America
can remain a free America.

That it is absolutely essential to maintain a strong
national defense posture in order that we may at all times negotiate from a position of
strength, not
weakness, in our continuing efforts toward world  peace and friendship.

That these concepts are the foundation of our national strength and that the
REPUBLICAN PARTY, which is committed to their preservation, is the party of today
and the PARTY FOR THE FUTURE.