Guest Column

California Republican National Hispanic Assembly

By Duf Sundheim

May 6, 2005

The surging Latino population in California has provided a tremendous opportunity to expand the California Republican Party.  And the California Republican National Hispanic Assembly (CARNHA) is at the heart of that effort.

Hispanics are now recognized as the rising political force in California politics.  The beliefs of the party are consistent with the hopes and aspirations of Hispanics.   Both desire to (a) maintain family and religious values; (b) have less government involvement in their lives; (c) reduce the tax burden placed upon them by the government; and (d) encourage free enterprise and individual initiative, which have brought this nation opportunity, economic growth and prosperity.

It is now a matter of awareness and education to bring these parties together in a new and exciting way for the benefit of both. 

One of the most important things you can do to accelerate the development of this new, dynamic partnership is to join the California Republican National Hispanic Assembly (CARNHA).

The CARNHA Philosophy is as follows

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 right, equal justice and equal opportunity for all, regardless of race, creed, sex, age or disability.

I believe free enterprise and encouraging 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 the least.

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

Today, existing CARNHA chapters are expanding and new ones are being formed throughout the state.  The CARNHA clearly is well on its way to becoming one of the most important pillars of the California Republican Party. 

I strongly encourage you to consider joining the CARNHA.  If you want to find out more information about this important organization within the California Republican Party, please visit the website at http://www.carnha.org/