An RSC Principles Card - The Conservative Check Card

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The Conservative Check Card
An RSC Principles Card

The new Conservative Check Cards are a great way for you to become a card-carrying conservative -- literally. These wallet-sized cards have six conservative principles printed on them and serve as a constant reminder of our conservative beliefs. The idea is that carriers use the card to check whether legislative proposals adhere to the six principles and then act accordingly. Similar cards were first used in 2001 by then-Florida Speaker of the House Tom Feeney. They were so effective in Tallahassee that Congressman Feeney began sharing them with conservatives in Washington. The cards, now being used by many members of the RSC, are a great tool in communicating the conservative message to constituents, colleagues, lobbyists, and anyone else interested in the conservative message.  Don't leave home without it.

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6 Principles to "Check"

1. Less Government

Does the bill tend to reduce government regulations, size of government, eliminate entitlements, or unnecessary programs?

2. Lower Taxes

Does the bill promote individual responsibility in spending, or reduce taxes or fees?

3. Personal Responsibility

Does the bill encourage responsible behavior by individuals and families and encourage them to provide for their own health, safety, education, moral fortitude, or general welfare?

4. Individual Freedom

Does the bill increase opportunities for individuals or families to decide, without hindrance or coercion from government, how to conduct their own lives and make personal choices?

5. Stronger Families

Does the bill enhance the traditional American family and its power to rear children without excessive interference from the government?

6. Domestic Tranquility, National Defense

Does the bill enhance American security without unduly burdening civil liberty?

Look what people are saying about the card...

"George Orwell once told us that the restatement of the obvious is the first duty of intelligent men. These cards will help conservatives help remember why it was that they came to Washington."

Grover Norquist, President of American's for Tax Reform

“The federal budget keeps ballooning in the face of more discussions about fiscal restraint...Conservative Check Cards make it less convenient for lawmakers to toss aside fiscal sensibility when it’s time to vote or craft legislation.”