For reasons unknown, the Republican National Committee has removed their web
page concerning their principles, first posted in 1996. The file in question
prince.html was located at www.rnc.org/school/prince.html .
The quoted excerpts in this document are in accordance with the intent and
nature of the 'Fair Use' doctrine of the U.S. Copyright law.

     Republican is one who affirms the following...

     "I believe the strength of our nation lies with the individual and
     that each person's dignity, freedom, ability and responsibility
     must be honored.

     I believe in equal rights, equal justice and equal opportunity
     for all, regardless of race, creed, sex, age or disability.

     I believe that free enterprise and the encouragement of
     individual initiative have brought this nation opportunity,
     economic growth and prosperity.

     I believe government must practice fiscal responsibility and
     allow individuals to keep more of the money they earn.

     I believe the proper role of government is to provide for the
     people only those critical functions that cannot be performed by
     individuals or private organizations and that the best government
     is that which governs least.

     I believe the most effective, responsible and responsive
     government is government closest to the people.

     I believe Americans must retain the principles that have made us
     strong while developing new and innovative ideas to meet the
     challenges of changing times.

     I believe Americans value and should preserve our national
     strength and pride while working to extend peace, freedom and
     human rights throughout the world.

     Finally, I believe the Republican Party is the best vehicle for
     translating these ideals into positive and successful principles
     of government."