Republican Party (U.S. : 1854- )
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The Republican party (1854- ) is one of the two major political parties in the United States. Although originally being a party designed to help end the practice of slavery in the US, it has transformed itself over the years to represent the views of Conservative-leaning individuals of the US.
The Republican Party (also known as "The Grand Old Party" or "GOP" for short) was created in March 20, 1854 from the remnants of two existing political parties at the time: the Whigs and the Free Soil party. After holding their first convention in July 6th of that year, they originally designed their political platform to represnent the views of Anti-Slavery advocates through the slogan "Free Labor, Free Land, Free Men." After the election of their presidential candidate Abraham Lincoln in the 1860 presidential election, the party was able to fulfill it's stated goals to end slavery after winning the Civil War over the slave-holding south.
As the GOP transitioned from their initial anti-slavery stance, they held many political platforms before settling on the Conservative platform they are known for today. While many of their stances have stayed quite consistent over the years (particularly in being free market-supporters and favoring the prohibition of substances like alcohol and illegal drugs for relgious purposes), some stances (like their opinions on race-related issues such as Affirmative Action) have changed dramatically: which can indicate the reason why the party which was originally based in the Northeast and the Northern Midwest has now moved to the South.
In general, today's GOP's stances include being supportive of pro-free market/free-trade policies (such as NAFTA), being constitutionalist on their views on federal involvement in state issues, being tough on border enforcement, and being supportive of National Defense issues.
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Wikipedia, via WWW, June 10, 2016 (Republican Party (United States); created in 1854 frm Whig and Free Soil Parties; Slogan was "Free Labor, Free Land, Free Men;" policies from origins up until today)Found in 32 Collections and/or Records:
Wallace F. Bennett papers on independent agencies of the executive branch, 1955-1974
Wallace F. Bennett papers on Utah, 1957-1974
Series contains correspondence from firms, constituents, special interest groups, and schools in Utah between 1957 and 1974. Preserved in these two series are materials related either solely or primarily to Utah matters and schools. Also filed here are copies of letters relating to both a Utah matter and a national matter or piece of legislation. Materials dated 1957-1974.
Wallace F. Bennett personal papers, 1951-1971
Series contains letters, pamphlets, invitations, and newspaper clippings outlining Senator Bennett's activities, business interests and connections, and his insurance program and trips. Materials dated 1951-1971.
Wallace F. Bennett praise papers, 1959-1970
Sub-subseries contains letters, notes and press releases praising the efforts and work of Wallace F. Bennett between 1959 and 1970.
Wallace F. Bennett press releases, 1951-1970
Sub-subseries contains press releases on political activities and legislation between 1951 and 1970. Materials dated 1951-1970.
Wallace F. Bennett public papers, 1948-1974
Series contains newspaper articles, press releases, correspondence, speeches, and notes detailing political figures, events and subjects which Wallace Bennett was involved with between 1948 and 1974. Materials dated 1948-1974.
Wallace F. Bennett request correspondence, 1958-1973
Subseries contains correspondence asking the senator for autographs, information on various bills, requests for publications, and other subject matters between 1958 and 1973. Does not include materials between 1959 and 1964. Filed with the original is a carbon copy of Senator Bennett's reply, usually a form letter. Materials dated 1958-1973.
Wallace F. Bennett senate office correspondence, 1949-1984, bulk: 1962-1970
Contains correspondence and invitations sent and received from Wallace Bennett's senate office. Materials dated 1949-1984 (bulk: 1962-1970).
Wallace F. Bennett source papers, 1951-1974
Sub-subseries contains 9 boxes of speeches, newspaper articles, and notes made over the years featured in the Congressional Record, political events, correspondence, or interviews between 1951 and 1970. These speeches concern various political figures, events and legislation. Materials dated 1951-1974.
Wallace F. Bennett speeches, 1951-1972
Sub-subseries contains speeches given on the senate floor, and before committees concerning political events, individuals, and legislation between 1951 and 1972. Materials dated 1951-1972.
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