Put on a Happy Face GOP urged in nostalgia for Reagan era
The piece advises Republicans to adopt a positive tone echoing Reagan and Kennedy, arguing that optimism and self reliance can shrink government and tame demands for tax hikes and regulations. It cites Reagan’s 1984 State of the Union and urges the party to project confidence to counter Obama era discontent.
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Christie ends New Jersey same sex marriage challenge
Christie drops his appeal to the New Jersey Supreme Court after its ruling against blocking nuptials. Polls show growing support for gay marriage in New Jersey and nationally among Republicans under 50, with younger voters moving the political landscape toward personal choice and freedom. The piece argues public opinion now outruns conservative opposition and warns against defending banning same sex marriage as a political liability.
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Republicans Split Over How To Rebuild The Party
The piece contrasts two GOP factions the Shirts who want a modern pragmatic shift to reach nonwhite and younger voters and the Skins who urge sticking to core conservative values. It notes GOP losses in five of six recent national elections, cites Romney and McCain voting patterns, and recalls the 2010 House landslide as the model for a future presidential strategy.
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What is the Epley maneuver for BPPV vertigo
The Epley maneuver is a clinicians guided sequence of head and body movements to reposition loose calcium crystals in the inner ear. It may relieve vertigo symptoms within minutes and can be learned for self relief with instructions from a doctor or physical therapist.
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