As we begin the New Year, one fundamental question remains on America's mind: will Washington listen?

Throughout 2009, Americans pleaded with Congressional Democrats to end government bailouts, stop the wasteful "stimulus" packages, and cease efforts for a government takeover of health care. You asked for policies focused on the economy and job growth, efforts to strengthen small businesses and working families. Unfortunately, all we got from Washington was an unyielding march toward growing government-at any cost, forcing costly mandates and taxes on individuals, families, small businesses and cash-strapped states.

Democrats in Washington simply did not listen in 2009.

Americans have been voicing their opposition to the Obama Administration's over-reaching liberal policies and now even members of his own party are joining the ever-growing chorus of dissent; some have even begun switching parties. As Democrats continue their radical, leftist agenda in 2010, moderate Democrats ... more

Thanksgiving is a time to gather with friends, family and loved ones and to reflect on what we have to be thankful for. 

On this day of thanks, I hope you will join me in taking the time to think about what you are thankful for, share some of those thoughts with your friends and family at home and if you get a chance, also share it with your online community.

This is also an important time to remember the men and women of the United States military who protect our country and the freedom of others all around the world, and their families who sacrifice so much.  Many of these families will have an empty seat at the Thanksgiving table this year.  We pay a special tribute to the military members who are away from their loved ones, and to those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice in the defense of freedom.

Have a blessed Thanksgiving.

Michael S. Steele, RNC Chairman

One of the joys I get out of being Chairman of the RNC is meeting real Republicans. As much as I travel, I never tire of hearing your ideas for our Country and how living a life of personal responsibility, thrift and charity has helped your families and your businesses. I also make it a habit to learn what made people choose our Party.

That’s what inspired Republican Faces. I want the world to meet you as well.

Will you please submit your photo and a brief statement on why you are a Republican? Who knows, you may soon see your face as part of our new “GOP”.