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Examples abound, but a recent one from former Congressman Newt Gingrich claims that people don t elect presidents who ask them to sacrifice. They elect presidents who solve problems so they don t have to sacrifice. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Gingrich at UGA Nov 25, 2008
Former House speaker Newt Gingrich will become a regular but temporary lecturer at the University of Georgia School of law this spring ... What possible qualifications does Newt Gingrich have to teach judicial review at a law school did he sleep in a Holiday Inn Express. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Will Jan. 20 ever get here? Nov 25, 2008
When Bossie selectively released tapes, removing information that exonerated the Clintons, and improperly obtained phone records, even Newt Gingrich said he was embarrassed for the conference at the circus that went on ... Newt Gingrich: I m embarrassed for myself, and I m embarrassed for the conference at the circus that went on under Bossie in the House investigation of Clinton-Gore campaign finances ... When Bossie selectively released tapes, removing information that exonerated the Clintons,... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
As U.S. evolves, paranoia rises Nov 25, 2008
Politicians such as Newt Gingrich have joined the chorus, and right-wing pundits insist the issue will be part of Obama s agenda in his first 100 days in office. But it s all nonsense. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Obama should cut capital gains tax Nov 25, 2008
Now cut capital gains in half or better yet, to zero as former House Speaker Newt Gingrich has proposed ... Now cut capital gains in half or better yet, to zero as former House Speaker Newt Gingrich has proposed. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
'Big Three' Still Control Race for RNC Chairman Nov 25, 2008
Steele gave a much-discussed interview with National Public Radio, in which he specifically mentioned a desire to work with the Log Cabin Republican Club and said Newt Gingrich was supporting his candidacy for chairman (a spokesman for the former House Speaker later told NPR he had several friends in the race and was backing no one). Anuzis and Dawson both talked about the Republican Party recapturing its conservative roots and reaching out to blue collar and younger voters. (Human Events Online)
Gingrich to teach law class in spring Nov 25, 2008
Former House speaker Newt Gingrich will teach a course on judicial review next spring in the University of Georgia School of Law. Gingrich was elected to Congress in 1978 from suburban Atlanta and represented the 6th Congressional District for 20 years. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Richard Zimdars: Fleeing the fearful '50s Nov 25, 2008
Republicans have fought hard since 1994 (Newt Gingrich led the charge) to preserve the right of all Americans not to have health insurance. The GOP success is stunning. (Athens Banner-Herald)
The GOP's crush on Sarah Palin Nov 24, 2008
The second least popular was Newt Gingrich 48 percent would not like to see him run. But I have to confess: I am absolutely baffled by the continued GOP support for Palin. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
EXCLUSIVE: Interview With New NRCC Chairman Nov 24, 2008
In many ways Sessions s rhetoric when talking about the Democrats is strikingly akin to the confrontational rhetoric of Newt Gingrich and the Conservative Opportunity Society toward then-House Speaker Tip O Neill (D.-Mass. in the 1980 s.. (Human Events Online)
Our party failed, our principles didn't Nov 24, 2008
Tom Coburn, first elected to the House in the 1994 "Republican revolution," observed in his book, Breech of Trust, that former Speaker Newt Gingrich and former Majority Leader Dick Armey, vanguards of the 1994 Republican revolution, quickly became too focused on retaining power rather than advancing the agenda that brought them victory. With a few exceptions, like reforming welfare and balancing the budget, Republicans' track record proves Coburn right. (Townhall.com)
David S. Broder: It won't be easy, but prospects for health care reform brighten Nov 24, 2008
The architects of the Clintons' defeat were Newt Gingrich and Bob Dole, then the leaders of GOP forces in Congress. Gingrich has now become an advocate for systemic change in the way health care is financed and delivered. (Sacramento Bee -- Opinion)
The GOP's wilderness years Nov 23, 2008
Former Gov. Mitt Romney of Massachusetts may try again, mostly because he can afford it and he can't take his eyes off the prize, and so might former House Speaker Newt Gingrich of Georgia, but I'm betting the next GOP nominee's name won't be preceded by the word "former." The fact that many of you have never heard of Gov. Bobby Jindal of Louisiana or Sen. John Thune of South Dakota might be the best thing they (and the Republicans) have going for them. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
GOP HOPE: Ten Republicans To Watch... Nov 22, 2008
I am SICK TO DEATH of Newt Gingrich ... Perhaps the non-drooling factions of the conservative party will do better next time (I actually like Newt Gingrich) ... the govt under clinton succeeded because of Newt Gingrich and the republican house balanced the budget. (The Drudge Report)
The Fairness Doctrine boogeyman Nov 21, 2008
Politicians such as Newt Gingrich have joined the chorus, and the issue is now being cited as a critical reason why Saxby Chambliss has to be re-elected to the Senate. Right-wing pundits insist the issue will be part of Obama s agenda in his first 100 days in office. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Our Future Leaders Nov 21, 2008
In 1994, Newt Gingrich, then a Congressman from Georgia, organized a Republican resurgence after the rout of 92. In a recent appearance on Face the Nation, Mr. Gingrich recounted, I've been through the '64 collapse when the Republican Party was going to disappear, and the '74 Watergate collapse when the Republican Party was going to disappear, and the '92 defeat of President Bush. (Human Events Online)
Crony Capitalism, Predatory Politicians, and the Detroit Three Nov 21, 2008
Related Articles by Newt Gingrich by Newt Gingrich by Newt Gingrich by Newt Gingrich by Newt Gingrich by Newt Gingrich. . (Human Events Online)
Blaming others won't win marriage battle Nov 20, 2008
Editor - Still viewing every open door as a divine invitation, Sarah Palin will not hear warnings from bigshots like Newt Gingrich to forget being the party nominee in 2012, yet countless defensive interviews address the future. What's both sad and alarming is she's still in full campaign mode. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Opinion)
Harold Meyerson: A job for Henry Waxman Nov 20, 2008
By 1994, Robert Greenstein, then, as now, director of the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities, noted: "Waxman elevates to high art the blend of substantive policy knowledge, advocacy of policy improvements and excellence in strategic execution." Then came Newt Gingrich. The kind of progressive legislating at which Waxman excelled was no longer possible. (Sacramento Bee -- Opinion)
John Boehner Talks About the GOP's Plight in Congress Nov 20, 2008 Newt Gingrich Warns of Gay Fascism Nov 19, 2008 Don't Punish Joe Lieberman Nov 18, 2008 Murdoch to media: You dug yourself a huge hole... Nov 18, 2008 Zeilzer: Can McCain be Obama's friend? Nov 18, 2008 Carville the class clown to get serious at Tulane Nov 18, 2008 Lungren Gets Debate With Boehner Nov 18, 2008 Three Card Monte and the RNC Chairman's Race Nov 18, 2008 Video: Gingrich Says Palin Won't Lead GOP Nov 18, 2008 Guest lineup for Sunday's TV news shows Nov 17, 2008 Jindal: Something Is Wrong With The GOP Nov 17, 2008 Congress girds for fight over automaker bailout Nov 17, 2008 Guests for the Sunday TV news shows Nov 16, 2008 FRESHENING UP THE GOP Nov 16, 2008 After election losses, GOP searching its soul Nov 16, 2008 Anti-Hillary Clinton movie to get Supreme Court review Nov 15, 2008 Talking Points Nov 15, 2008 GOP voter discontent allows new entrants for '08 Nov 15, 2008 Battle is on for Republicans' national chairmanship Nov 15, 2008 Ex-Md. Lt. Gov. Michael Steele Runs to Head GOP Nov 15, 2008 Thank you, Fox News, for the win Nov 13, 2008 DNC faces $15 million debt Nov 13, 2008 Obama, Dems wrong on labor vote Nov 13, 2008 Big Three Eye Republican National Chairmanship Nov 13, 2008 218 comments Nov 13, 2008 To Battle Stations Nov 13, 2008 Gubernatorial hopeful touts Gingrich for RNC chairman (with AUDIO) Nov 13, 2008 Commentary: You report, we marginalize Nov 13, 2008 RINO Season Is Now Open Nov 12, 2008 Bailouts and Taxes Nov 12, 2008 Fox News' Place In An Obama World Nov 11, 2008 Gingrich reaches out to GOP; will they respond? Nov 11, 2008 Angry left's dream stops here Nov 11, 2008 Sparring as Republicans look forward Nov 11, 2008 William Kristol: Republican dog days Nov 11, 2008 Paging Newt. Your party is waiting. Nov 11, 2008 1 Huffington: 'Obama Not Elected Without Internet' Nov 11, 2008 Obama Will Overreach and We Will Bounce Back Nov 11, 2008 Newt in 'One-Two'? Nov 11, 2008 Pelosi gets more clout, big test of leadership Nov 10, 2008 If You Want 2012, Earn It Nov 10, 2008 Conservative Challenges In 111th Congress Nov 10, 2008 Radio host the real great divider Nov 10, 2008 For Republicans, after the woodshed Nov 10, 2008 Gingrich: I'm Ready to Serve as GOP Chairman Nov 10, 2008 GOP sets its sights on 2012 Nov 9, 2008 Are ATL suburbs going blue? Nov 9, 2008 Anybody going out to dine tonight? Nov 9, 2008 Edible Fenway: so good, so good Nov 8, 2008 Letters to the Editor Nov 8, 2008 Gillis: The scoundrel who came in from the cold Nov 8, 2008 Obstructionist should no be role for retooling GOP Nov 8, 2008 Jobless in America Nov 8, 2008 KCRW Presents Left, Right & Center Onstage For Post-Election On-Air Live Broadcast and Online Live Streaming Audio and Video Webcast on Sun., Nov. 9th, 6 pm PST Nov 8, 2008 Posey and Kosmas scout rookie years Nov 7, 2008 Palin 2012? Not So Fast, Insiders Say Nov 7, 2008 Conservatives Admit Mistakes As They Plot Return To Power Nov 7, 2008 Congress: Loser As Mediator Nov 7, 2008 Republicans try to shake off political hangover Nov 6, 2008 GOP voter discontent allows new entrants for '08 Nov 6, 2008 Who does the GOP rally around? Nov 6, 2008 LETTERS: NCT, Nov. 5, 2008 Nov 6, 2008 535 comments Nov 6, 2008 To Conservatives Who Are Thinking About Tomorrow Nov 6, 2008 The GOP Fallout: Cue the Circular Firing Squad Nov 6, 2008
Are Republicans looking for next Newt Gingrich to come along. Boehner: The only parallels are we've got a Democratic Congress, and we've got a Democratic President. (Time.com)
Griffin: Election nights to remember Nov 19, 2008
They differed from the kind of Republican later represented on the national level by Newt Gingrich and Tom DeLay. These latter were the leaders of the effort to foist upon the public the infamous Contract with America. (Cambridge Chronicle, MA)
com Newt Gingrich Warns of Gay Fascism ... Newt Gingrich Warns of Gay Fascism ... Former Speaker of the House Newt Gingrich warns that a gay and secular fascism in the U.S. is prepared to use violence to impose its will on the rest of the country. (Newsmax)
Starting in 1994 and continuing on through today, Republican leaders like Newt Gingrich and Tom Delay wouldn't allow for disagreement within the caucus, and the result has been the party's intellectual breakdown. Moderate Republicans like Chris Shays no longer exist, and the party is given to sensational acts of overreach, the congressional witch hunt over Bill Clinton's sex life and the federal intervention in the Terri Schiavo case being two of the most notorious examples. (CBS News)
But the thud it makes as it lands will continue to echo around society and the world," he said. Charles is an executive editor with CNET News. He has covered technology and business for more than 25 years. A graduate of Queens College and Columbia University, Cooper began his career in journalism at the Associated Press before moving to technology coverage. Before joining CNET News, he worked at Computer are News, Computer Shopper, PC Week, and ZDNet. He received the Excellence in Journalism... (The Drudge Report)
He will likely never be the kind of legislator who becomes a champion of a political ideology -- like Ted Kennedy and liberalism, or Newt Gingrich and conservatism -- nor is he likely to be the kind of forceful party leader like Tom DeLay or Trent Lott. But what McCain can do, as he has done in the past with campaign finance and ethics reform, is to team up with the opposition and get legislation through Congress. (CNN -- US)
Already booked, he said, is former House Speaker Newt Gingrich, a Tulane graduate who was one of President Clinton's chief tormentors. Carville leapt to prominence in Clinton's 1992 campaign, in which he introduced a slogan that has become part of the political lexicon: "It's the economy, stupid." The phrase was a blunt reminder about the importance of keeping a campaign single-mindedly focused on one simple message. (Nola.com -- Sports)
for Leader because the Wisconsin lawmaker, in Lungren s words, is the kind of conservative Newt Gingrich and I recruited when we started the Conservative Opportunity Society in the House more than two decades ago. Lungren said he is running because we need to restore the vision and strategy that the COS had. (Human Events Online)
Bet against Newt Gingrich too. In fact, bet against all the big names. (Human Events Online)
Newt Gingrich told Bob Schieffer on CBS' Face the Nation that there will be many more contenders for 2012 than anyone thinks. Special. (Newsmax)
former House Speaker Newt Gingrich, R-Ga. 8:30 a.m.. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Also on the program, former House speaker Newt Gingrich said that Republican Governors represented the GOP's future. "When you look at the governors - Governor Jindal and what he's doing in Louisiana; you look at Governor Mitch Daniels, who won by 20 points in Indiana, while McCain was losing it; Governor Jon Huntsman, who has the lowest unemployment rate in the entire West in Utah and a $1 billion surplus last year, about a $300 million surplus this year - there are a lot of lessons to be... (CBS News -- Iraq)
However, former GOP House Speaker Newt Gingrich said young voters, who overwhelmingly supported Obama over Republican John McCain, could be turned off by expensive corporate bailouts that they eventually will have to pay for. If those 20-year-olds and 30-year-olds start to figure out they re going to pay the taxes, they re not getting the billions, I think you might find a lot of dissatisfaction by next summer, Gingrich said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
former House Speaker Newt Gingrich, R-Ga. NBC's Meet the Press Sen. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Former Maryland Lt. Gov. Michael Steele formally announced his candidacy last week, while former House Speaker Newt Gingrich and several state party chairmen are considering the position. Whatever the RNC eventually decides, it would be wise to absorb the clearest message the electorate sent this year. (New York Post -- Opinions)
"Do you look to someone like a [U.S. Sen.] Mitch McConnell or [U.S. Rep.] John Boehner, or a thought leader like Newt Gingrich?" Mr. Fenn wondered. "I think the mood right now is out with the old, and in with the new.". (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
The movie includes interviews with Ann Coulter, Newt Gingrich and Dick Morris. The group planned to show the film in selected theaters and distribute it on DVD. That was not affected by the campaign funding laws. (Los Angeles Times)
Newt Gingrich weighs in Plus, the inside story of the 'American Idol' suicide. Factor Headlines. (Fox News)
Then there's Newt Gingrich, the former House speaker who recently came clean on the adultery in his past in a presumed attempt to clear the air in advance of a presidential run he may announce in the fall. All four newbies are Republicans, and all four have made headlines in recent days, inserting themselves into an already turbulent race for the GOP nomination. (Yahoo News -- Presidential Election 2000)
Inside," is closely allied with President George W. Bush. That connection, coupled with the push to distance the party from an unpopular administration, has turned the race for the committee chairmanship into a symbolic fight over the ideological soul of the party.Former House Speaker Newt Gingrich has emerged from the fray as a voice of change, promising to get the party back on track. Supporters are pushing him as a possible replacement for Duncan. "The Republican National Committee has to ask... (The Miami Herald)
Jim Nussle of Iowa and former House Speaker Newt Gingrich of Georgia, and party operatives like Chip Saltsman, who was campaign manager for Mike Huckabee's presidential campaign. 2008 Associated Press. (Newsmax)
Since then, the national Republican Party has been dominated by far-right Southern legislative leaders Newt Gingrich, Tom DeLay, Trent Lott and by George W. Bush. In that sense, your work remains dangerous and disintegrative to the nation. (Montana Standard, MT)
Jim Nussle of Iowa, former House Speaker Newt Gingrich of Georgia and ex-Lt. Gov. Michael Steele of Maryland; and party operatives like Chip Saltsman, who was campaign manager for Mike Huckabee's presidential campaign. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Newt Gingrich is right that the election results were more a commentary on the GOP s recent performance than an invalidation of conservative ideals. No Republican, not even an Abraham Lincoln, could have won this election. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
For weeks before November 4, the worst-kept secret in the realm of Republican politics was the under the radar race for Republican National Chairman. Although they were ostensibly working for John McCain and realized that he would handpick the national chairman if elected President, two prominent Republican Party leaders made it clear to me before November 4 that they would run for the party helm. (Human Events Online)
Veterans Day and What it Means to Be an American by Newt Gingrich 11/11/2008 ... Related Articles by Newt Gingrich by Newt Gingrich by Newt Gingrich by Newt Gingrich by Newt Gingrich by Newt Gingrich. (Human Events Online)
Tony Blankley served as press secretary to then Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives, Newt Gingrich. He is the author of. (Townhall.com)
com Republicans should tap former House speaker Newt Gingrich to rebuild the party in the wake of two disastrous elections, said John Oxendine, a Republican candidate for governor ... Republicans should tap former House speaker Newt Gingrich to rebuild the party in the wake of two disastrous elections, said John Oxendine, a Republican candidate for governor. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Since then, the national Republican Party has been dominated by far-right Southern legislative leaders Newt Gingrich, Tom DeLay, Trent Lott and by George W. Bush. The past two elections, Republicans have grown weaker everywhere but the white rural South the region that remains the least educated and least diverse. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Conservative leaders and thinkers such as Newt Gingrich, Jed Babbin, Governor Jindal of Louisiana, Thomas Sowell, Glenn Beck, Michelle Malkin, Governor Sarah Palin and others need to turn up the heat and bring this less government, more individual freedom and strong national defense revolution to a boil. It is time. (Human Events Online)
Rich Galen has been a press secretary to Dan Quayle and Newt Gingrich. He currently works as a journalist and writes at. (Townhall.com)
It was a time when Bob Dole was the public face of the Republican Party and even amid popularity of Newt Gingrich and Rush Limbaugh, the G.O.P. seemed hopelessly mired in mediocrity after back-to-back resounding wins by Clinton. People sometimes forget how much of an obstacle Fox had to over come in those days. (CBS News)
Newt Gingrich has let it be known that, if Republicans want him, the former U.S House speaker is willing to serve as chairman of the national party and lead it out of the wilderness it s blundered into. The question is whether the 168-member Republican National Committee is open to the match. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
However, over the weekend I mulled over Saxby Chambliss s and Martin s backgrounds, listened to Paul Broun ranting about how people such as John McCain who are somewhat concerned with the needs and wants of the entire country are marxist-enabling cowards, read the article about how one of the more polarizing and hypocritical figures in political history (Newt Gingrich) wants to run the RNC and thinks that going further right is the response to a nation that overwhelmingly voted for a centrist... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
"We need to be honest about the level of failure for the past eight years and why Republican government didn't succeed," said Newt Gingrich, the former House speaker, who has played an increasingly assertive role in the debate over the party's future. "Otherwise, we'll get back in power again and do the same things again.". (International Herald Tribune)
Well, Newt Gingrich was able to lead a Republican takeover of Congress only two years later. And after his victory in 1976, Jimmy Carter had even larger Democratic margins in Congress. (International Herald Tribune)
The challenge for Newt Gingrich and other Republicans is to devise a strategy for convincing everybody on the emerging American commune that individual responsibility is a requirement of citizenship and that self-reliance is a worthy aspiration. In short, the conservative message has to entice people out of the wagon and to convince them that capitalism is a more appealing option. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Summit organizers said they invited Republican strategists Karl Rove and Newt Gingrich to participate, but they declined. Had they participated, they might have pointed out other things in Obama's favor besides bloggers. (Datamation)
(Remember Newt Gingrich s belief after the 1994 election that voters wanted his Republican majority to change the world overnight. . (Human Events Online)
To the consternation of many Republicans, it is none other than Newt Gingrich, the former speaker of the House. Gingrich is far from a unanimous or even a consensus choice to run for president in 2012, but there is a strong feeling in Republican ranks that he is the only leader of their party who has shown the skill and energy to attempt a comeback quickly. (Townhall.com)
Latest Political Stories. Latest World Stories. (Anchorage Daily News)
Many, such as former Speaker Newt Gingrich, are the keepers of the conservative flame. When Gingrich wrote his Drill Here, Drill Now, Pay Less petition, he helped the House Drill Now rebels organize a tidal wave of conservative support. (Human Events Online)
Newt Gingrich may engineer another conservative revolution by organizing and leading the conservative movement. Former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney, Louisiana Gov. Bobby Jindal and Gen. David Petraeus are other potential torch-bearers for the conservative cause. (Human Events Online)
Stephen wrote on Nov 9, 2008 11:34 AM:" Kudos! I couldn't agree more. I had a hard time understanding why people put up with this, let alone parrot what these people say on the radio. I think the problem is much more severe than one may think. I really do think neoconservative tactics popularized by Newt Gingrich, David Horowitz, Dick Cheney and the many others who frequented the "Wednesday Morning Club" http://www.cspc.org/AboutWMC.htmlare THE SOURCE of today's political hostility. And this is... (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Newt Gingrich acting as marriage counselor, got all the philanderers together and had them make promises of fidelity. So we forgave them and stayed married. (Townhall.com)
Newt Gingrich says he's ready, willing and able to serve as chairman of the Republican National Committee. If a majority of the RNC thought he was needed, he would accept that appointment, Randy Evans, Gingrichs close friend, told the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. (Newsmax)
Others receiving votes: John Thune, Rudy Guiliani, Mark Ryan, Newt Gingrich: 2 apiece; Steve King: 1. Read Comments > | Share This Story. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Cobb was home turf to Republican Newt Gingrich, then the U.S. House speaker, the third-highest-ranking elected official in the nation. Back then, Cobb and Gwinnett supplied more votes to Republican candidates running statewide than anywhere else in Georgia. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Saxby Chambliss campaign has been in touch with a fleet of prominent Republicans including Sarah Palin, Mitt Romney, Mike Huckabee, Newt Gingrich, and Rudy Giuliani to have them campaign for the senators reelection over the next four weeks. Meanwhile, kkkampaigning for Martin will be Bugs Bunny, Mickey Mouse and the rest of the ACORN crew. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
About being blamed by some for the financial crisis, the chairman of the House Financial Services Committee said, "[The Republicans] were in power from 1995 to 2006. . . . What they revealed to the world was that I had a secret hold on Newt Gingrich and Tom DeLay. They didn't do anything without . . . me." And when asked by host Peter Sagal how he negotiates with his enemies, Frank, nicknamed "Sabertooth" by George Bush, explained the pragmatics of his politics. "If you're not able to work with... (Boston Globe)
Editor - I'm curious why Newt Gingrich and David Kralik, authors of "Repeal Sarbanes-Oxley" (Nov. 5) would think that Americans would agree with them at this point. (San Francisco Chronicle)
By Gil Gillis/Sitting In. Fri Nov 07, 2008, 01:05 PM EST. (Medford Transcript, MA)
Little talk is swirling around former Speaker Newt Gingrich of Georgia, the man who gets much of the credit for engineering the GOP revolution of 1994 that broke years of Democratic control of the U.S.. House. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
That taw dry personal conduct, by the way, was matched by that of numerous prominent Republicans such as Newt Gingrich, Helen Chenoweth, Henry Hyde, Rudy Giuliani and John McCain. Former Sen. (NJ.com -- Times)
James K. Glassman and John O'Sullivan, respectively, occupied the seat until Reagan Republican and former Newt Gingrich spokesman Tony Blankley agreed to join the show permanently in 2005. Left, Right & Center Live is sponsored by City National Bank and Morphosis Architects. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Dave Weldon, the Indialantic Republican who was elected in 1994 as part of the "Republican Revolution" headed by former House Speaker Newt Gingrich. Posey will start his term in a House that's commanded by a strong Democratic majority. (Florida Today)
Grover Norquist, a leading conservative and president of Americans for Tax Reform, called Palin "one of five or six people who is a plausible candidate for president in 2012," along with familiar names like Mitt Romney, Texas Gov. Rick Perry and former House Speaker Newt Gingrich. "She's in the top tier, but she's not next in line." Norquist said. (KSBW 8, CA)
"Conservative principles were carried out under President Bush and before that with (House Speaker) Newt Gingrich, yet they did not work out as conservatives had hoped," he said. "They've cut taxes and deregulated in such a way that it has increased economic inequality resulting in unease on Main Street. Conservatives haven't reckoned with that.". (Investors Business Daily)
As Republican National Committee Chairman Mike Duncan remarked in a post-election news conference, referring to the Carter and Clinton administrations, "The last two times Democrats controlled the House, Senate and the presidency, they choked on the bone of responsibility. They lurched far to the left and introduced the country to President Ronald Reagan and Speaker Newt Gingrich.". It is as yet unclear who the next great GOP leader will be. (Investors Business Daily)
Also contending for party leadership could be former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney and former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee, who both lost bids for the GOP presidential nomination this year, as well as former House Speaker Newt Gingrich. But as Republicans struggle to come to terms with their status as a powerless party in Washington, it is not clear how the GOP will define itself, let alone who will lead it. (Los Angeles Times)
Then there's Newt Gingrich, the former House speaker who recently came clean on the adultery in his past in a presumed attempt to clear the air in advance of a presidential run he may announce in the fall. All four newbies are Republicans, and all four have made headlines in recent days, inserting themselves into an already turbulent race for the GOP nomination. (Yahoo News -- Presidential Election 2000)
He is reviled by the left wing and the media because he scares them to death, but that man is Newt Gingrich. Newt is more aware of the challenges facing this country and the world than any national political figure. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
HotJobs Local Search. Clausen's welcome-home parade. (North County Times)
Annoy the Media: Go Vote And the 'Common Sense Effect' by Newt Gingrich 11/04/2008 00004000 ... Related Articles by Newt Gingrich by Newt Gingrich by Newt Gingrich by Newt Gingrich by Newt Gingrich by Newt Gingrich. (Human Events Online)
Tony Blankley served as press secretary to then Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives, Newt Gingrich. He is the author of. (Townhall.com)
Left; Louisiana Governor Bobby Jindal and former Speaker of the House Newt Gingrich ... "We'll see what fights the left wants to pick," explains Newt Gingrich, the former Speaker of the House, who has been rolling out new policy ideas. (Time.com)
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