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“Rob the Young to Pay the Old”

Obama Sacrifices His Strongest Supporters With Healthcare Proposal

By Rachel Hoff and Brittny McKinney

“With roughly one-third of Americans ages 20 to 30 without health insurance, young adults make up the largest uninsured population in the country. Liberals say we need health reform for the sake of all the “uninsured children and elderly,” but the facts are that less than 3% of those over the age of 65 and only 10% of children under the age of 18 are uninsured – and the vast majority of them are eligible for Medicaid and Medicare but simply not enrolled.

“The harsh reality of Obama’s proposal for health reform is that it will have the most direct and detrimental effect on young adults. The legislation passed by the House last Saturday essentially shifts the cost burden of health insurance to young Americans in their 20s. Many healthy young people, who on average make less money than older workers, choose not to purchase ... more

Making It Local

The Health Care debate has seen a renewed vigor since President Obama took office in January, but on Friday, Gallup released a poll showing that more Americans (50%) now think it’s not the federal government’s job to ensure all Americans have Health Care coverage than say it is (47%). This is the first time this has occurred since Gallup began tracking responses to this question.

These statistics confirm what Republicans, like Chairman Michael Steele, have been saying about Americans not supporting the idea of a government-run Health Care system that would completely remove the existing system that is based on private insurance and competition within the market.

To read more about the Gallup poll, click here.

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People Watching

Today, RNC Coalitions is honoring Troy Rolling of St. Joseph, MI who was elected on October 2, 2009 as the Michigan Federation of Young Republicans newest National Committeeman. Not new to the political scene, Rolling also volunteered on President George W. Bush's 2004 re-election campaign. Since 2005, Troy has attended the Michigan Republican State Convention as a convention delegate and has not missed a convention since. He served as the County Chairman for Keith Butler’s U.S. Senate campaign in 2006, as well as participated with the Dick DeVos for Governor Campaign that same year.

During this time, Rolling assisted the Michigan Republican Party with one of the largest African American Coalition efforts that has ever taken place in the state of Michigan. He served as the Chairman for the Benton Harbor area and participated in multiple campaign activities including a large door-to-door effort. He also was the State Chairman for the African American Coalition ... more

Chairman In The News

Republican National Committee Chairman Michael Steele urges West Michigan GOP to broaden its reach, take 2010 elections

By Monica Scott, Grand Rapids Press

“In a speech to Ottawa County Republicans this afternoon, Republican National Committee Chairman Michael Steele told them to take the opportunity to win the governor's race, congressional seats and Legislature.

"Michigan is about more than presidential elections," said Steele, at a special party luncheon at Baker Lofts. "The story of how we go forward rests in communities like this. People are fed up and frustrated. What are you going to say to them?"’

To read more, click here.

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On The Go

SAY IT LOUD: SURROGATE 101 TRAINING

The Republican National Committee is pleased to offer the RNC Coalitions’ Say It Loud: Surrogate 101 Training, in conjunction with the Colorado Republican State Committee, on Friday, November 20, 2009 in Denver, Colorado.  Our Say It Loud trainings are offered on a rotating basis and provide basic training for individuals who are committed to helping the RNC consistently communicate its message. 

Say It Loud encourages grassroots supporters to use their voices and sphere of influence to communicate how the policies of the Republican Party have improved their lives while creating balanced viewpoints in local debates and discussions.  New media and traditional media trainings will be offered. Resources and tools will be provided for effectively communicating the message as a speaker, panelist, or forum participant.

Date/Time:

Friday, November 20, 2009
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM MST

How to Apply:

Click here to apply through our online form.