The Ripon Society

Latest Ripon Forum assesses the political landscape for Republicans heading into the fall

With essays by David Winston & Myra Miller, Matt Gorman, and Andrew Busch; plus, remembering 9/11 and a profile of U.S. Rep. Michael Baumgar...

“In the long run the one vital factor in the permanent prosperity of the country is the high individual character of the average American worker.”

Fifth Annual Message
December 5, 1905

“In a very divided time, we’re working closely together. Democrats and Republicans agree on a lot, especially if we have the shared background of working in medicine and taking care of patients.”

WASHINGTON, DC ...

“Be practical as well as generous in your ideals. Keep your eyes on the stars but remember to keep your feet on the ground.”

Address at Groton School
May 24, 1904

“It is always easy for an individual or a party to make promises; the strain comes when the party or individual has to make them good.”

Before Civil Service Reform Association, Baltimore
February 23, 1889