As we look forward to the 110th Congress, and the already over-reported 2008 Presidential season, it is important that we start thinking about a national message that WE define and can get behind as a simple guiding philosophy.
Some of the “candidates” are already moving in one direction or another with their public appearances. Obama, for instance, seems to be going toward a message of hope. Sounds like a good start. In the coming months others will follow with their take on a vision for America.
I think we all know that slogans are just that, and without something to back up those slogans all you end up with a bunch of empty talk and wasted paper. That’s why the first month of the 110th is going to be so important. The opening of the 110th will mark our first opportunity in 12 years to legislate from the majority. What happens during this first month will set the tone, both in how the two bodies of Congress will operate, defining how the media will cover us, and will somewhat define how the voters view our ability to lead.
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