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The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastMinority Leader Kevin McCarthy Addresses the Ripon Society, October 17, 2019WASHINGTON, DC – House Republican Leader Kevin McCarthy (CA-23) appeared yesterday morning before a breakfast meeting of The Ripon Society, where he discussed not only how the debate over impeachment is delaying work on trade and other important issues, but how the GOP approach to these issues will affect the party’s prospects heading into the elections next year.
2019-10-1833 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastMac Thornberry and Michael McCaul Address The Ripon Society on June 20, 2019WASHINGTON, DC — With the United States facing an increasing number of threats and challenges around the world, The Ripon Society held a breakfast discussion this past Thursday morning with two leaders who are at the forefront of the effort to meet these challenges and keep American interests – and the American people – secure.
The leaders were U.S. Reps. Mac Thornberry (TX-13) and Michael McCaul (TX-10). Thornberry serves as the Ranking Member of the Armed Services Committee, while McCaul serves as the Ranking Member of the Foreign Affairs Committee.
2019-06-2424 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastWill Hurd Addresses The Ripon Society, June 12, 2019WASHINGTON, DC – In remarks Wednesday morning before a breakfast meeting of The Ripon Society, U.S. Rep. Will Hurd (TX-23) called on the President to appoint a Special Representative to work with the governments of El Salvador, Guatemala and Honduras and to stop the flow of families and unaccompanied children heading north.
2019-06-1911 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastHouse Financial Services Ranking Members Address the Ripon Society, June 5, 2019House Financial Services Committee Ranking Member Patrick McHenry moderated a discussion before the Ripon Society on June 5, 2019 with Subcommittee Ranking Members Andy Barr, Sean Duffy, Bill Huizenga, Blaine Luetkemeyer and Steve Stivers, who discussed the panel's agenda between then and the end of the year.
2019-06-1327 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastRick Larsen & Darin LaHood Address the Ripon Society on March 28, 2019WASHINGTON, DC – The bipartisan Co-Chairs of the U.S.-China Working Group appeared on March 28 before a breakfast meeting of The Ripon Society and Franklin Center for Global Policy Exchange, where they discussed not only the Congressional delegation they recently led to China, but also the future of the U.S.-China trade relationship with crucial negotiations underway.
2019-06-0519 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastDoug Collins Addresses the Ripon Society on May 23, 2019WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Rep. Doug Collins (GA-9) appeared before a breakfast meeting of The Ripon Society on May 23, delivering a stirring speech in which he called on his colleagues to forget about politics and focus on legislating, saying that is what the American people elected them to do.
2019-06-0418 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastRep. Ron Estes & Tim Daly Address the Ripon Society, Franklin Center, Creative Coalition May 9 2019WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Rep. Ron Estes (KS-4) and actor Tim Daly appeared before a luncheon meeting of The Ripon Society and Franklin Center for Global Policy Exchange this past Thursday afternoon to discuss the arts in this country and what role the federal government has in fostering creativity in communities nationwide.
Estes serves as a member of the Honorary Host Committee for the Creative Coalition, while Daly serves as President of the organization. Joining in this discussion were 12 other performers and Coalition members, including: Shiri Appleby, Anthony Carrigan, Ethan Cutkowsky, Lindsay Goffman, Harry Hamlin, Steve Howey, Wendi McLendon-Covey, Dean No...
2019-06-0418 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastJoni Ernst Addresses the Ripon Society on May 14, 2019WASHINGTON, DC – In remarks on May 14th before a breakfast meeting of The Ripon Society, U.S. Sen. Joni Ernst (R-IA) commended the Trump Administration for making paid family leave a national priority, and outlined the conservative plan she has co-authored that would help achieve this goal.
2019-05-1502 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastSens Dan Sullivan & Sheldon Whitehouse Address the Ripon Society & Franklin Center on April 3, 2019Senator Sullivan is a Republican from Alaska. Senator Whitehouse is a Democrat from Rhode Island. Both appeared yesterday on April 3, before a breakfast meeting of The Ripon Society and Franklin Center for Global Policy Exchange, to discuss the bill they authored to clean up the tons of plastic and other debris that have been dumped in oceans around the world, and the support that exists for the effort from members of both political parties.
2019-05-0730 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastReps. Mike Kelly and John Larson Address Ripon Society and Franklin Center on May 2, 2019WASHINGTON, DC May 2, 2019 – With a recent report showing that the Social Security Trust Fund will run out of money by 2035, The Ripon Society and Franklin Center for Global Policy Exchange hosted a breakfast discussion with John Larson (D-CT-1) and Mike Kelly (R-PA-16) about the importance of strengthening retirement security in the United States.
2019-05-0634 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastSenator John Barrasso Addresses the Ripon Society on March 14, 2019U.S. Sen. John Barrasso (R-WY) appeared before a breakfast meeting of The Ripon Society to discuss the effort to fill judicial vacancies and the possibility that Senate rules may have to be changed to overcome Democratic obstruction and achieve that goal.
2019-03-1509 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastWays & Means Members Brady, Arrington & Estes Address Ripon Society on February 28, 2019The Republican leader of the Ways & Means Committee, Kevin Brady (TX-8) appears before a breakfast meeting of The Ripon Society, delivering remarks in which he introduced two of his panel’s newest GOP members, Jodey Arrington (TX-19) and Ron Estes (KS-4). The members discuss trade and other key issues they plan to address in the coming year.
2019-03-1225 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastReps. Rodney Davis and Derek Kilmer Address Ripon Society and Franklin Center on February 12, 2019Republican Representative Rodney Davis (IL-13) and Democratic Representative Derek Kilmer (WA-6) appeared before a breakfast meeting of The Ripon Society and Franklin Center for Global Policy Exchange, delivering remarks about the need for bipartisanship in Congress and the effort to modernize the operations of the Legislative Branch.
2019-03-1215 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastVeteran Strategist Ed Goeas Addresses The Ripon Society on February 11, 2019In January, The Ripon Society released its 4th annual Survey of the American Voter. Conducting the survey on behalf of The Ripon Society was The Tarrance Group, led by its president and CEO Ed Goeas, who appeared on February 11th in front of a luncheon discussion to talk about the results of the poll and how to interpret the findings.
2019-03-1243 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastVeteran Strategist Ed Goeas Addresses The Ripon Society on February 11, 2019In January, The Ripon Society released its 4th annual Survey of the American Voter. Conducting the survey on behalf of The Ripon Society was The Tarrance Group, led by its president and CEO Ed Goeas, who appeared on February 11th in front of a luncheon discussion to talk about the results of the poll and how to interpret the findings.
2019-03-1243 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastRepresentative Walden Address The Ripon Society on January 3, 2019The Ripon Society's Honorary Congressional Advisory Board Co-Chair and Ranking Memer of the Energy & Commerce Committee Greg Walden (OR-2) shares his thoughts on the agenda for the coming year, both for his panel and the 116th Congress as a whole
2019-02-0609 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastSenator Shelley Moore Capito Addresses The Ripon Society on December 6, 2018The Ripon Society's Honorary Congressional Advisory Board Senate Co-Chair Shelley Moore Capito (WV) reflects back on the year, the Midterms, and share her thoughts on what the 116th Congress will bring
2019-02-0615 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastThe Winston Group Addresses The Ripon Society on May 11, 2018The Winston Group addresses concerns of American voters heading into the mid-terms at The Ripon Society's Annual Senior Staff Symposium on Leadership at Mount Vernon.
2018-06-1442 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastChairman Kevin Brady Addresses the Ripon Society on June 7, 2017Chairman Kevin Brady Addresses the Ripon Society on June 7, 2017 by The Ripon Society
2017-06-2009 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastChairman Kevin Brady Addresses the Ripon Society on June 7, 2017Chairman Kevin Brady Addresses the Ripon Society on June 7, 2017 by The Ripon Society
2017-06-2009 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastVeterans Bacon, Bergman, & Mast Address the Ripon Society on May 25, 2017Veterans Bacon, Bergman, & Mast Address the Ripon Society on May 25, 2017 by The Ripon Society
2017-05-2540 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastVeterans Bacon, Bergman, & Mast Address the Ripon Society on May 25, 2017Veterans Bacon, Bergman, & Mast Address the Ripon Society on May 25, 2017 by The Ripon Society
2017-05-2540 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastSenator Rob Portman Addresses The Ripon Society on May 11, 2017Senator Rob Portman Addresses The Ripon Society on May 11, 2017 by The Ripon Society
2017-05-1518 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastSenator Rob Portman Addresses The Ripon Society on May 11, 2017Senator Rob Portman Addresses The Ripon Society on May 11, 2017 by The Ripon Society
2017-05-1518 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastMajority Leader Kevin McCarthy Addresses The Ripon Society on May 4, 2017On the morning of the House AHCA vote, Kevin McCarthy addresses The Ripon Society
2017-05-0917 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastLeonard Lance & Creative Coalition Address The Ripon Society on April 28, 2017Leonard Lance & Creative Coalition Address The Ripon Society on April 28, 2017 by The Ripon Society
2017-05-0934 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastLeonard Lance & Creative Coalition Address The Ripon Society on April 28, 2017Leonard Lance & Creative Coalition Address The Ripon Society on April 28, 2017 by The Ripon Society
2017-05-0934 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastThe Tuesday Group Addresses The Ripon Society on April 5, 2017Members of the Tuesday Group Caucus, Charlie Dent, John Katko, and Tom MacArthur, address The Ripon Society.
2017-05-0917 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastSenator Bill Cassidy Addresses The Ripon Society on March 22, 2017Senator Bill Cassidy Addresses The Ripon Society on March 22, 2017 by The Ripon Society
2017-03-2820 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastSenator Bill Cassidy Addresses The Ripon Society on March 22, 2017Senator Bill Cassidy Addresses The Ripon Society on March 22, 2017 by The Ripon Society
2017-03-2820 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastChairman Mike Burgess Addresses The Ripon Society on March 17, 2017Chairman Mike Burgess Addresses The Ripon Society on March 17, 2017 by The Ripon Society
2017-03-2811 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastChairman Mike Burgess Addresses The Ripon Society on March 17, 2017Chairman Mike Burgess Addresses The Ripon Society on March 17, 2017 by The Ripon Society
2017-03-2811 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastSenator John Barrasso Addresses The Ripon Society on March 9, 2017Senator John Barrasso Addresses The Ripon Society on March 9, 2017 by The Ripon Society
2017-03-2816 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastSenator John Barrasso Addresses The Ripon Society on March 9, 2017Senator John Barrasso Addresses The Ripon Society on March 9, 2017 by The Ripon Society
2017-03-2816 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastRoskam, Renacci & Meehan address The Ripon Society on March 2, 2017Roskam, Renacci & Meehan address The Ripon Society on March 2, 2017 by The Ripon Society
2017-03-2817 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastRoskam, Renacci & Meehan address The Ripon Society on March 2, 2017Roskam, Renacci & Meehan address The Ripon Society on March 2, 2017 by The Ripon Society
2017-03-2817 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastPat Tiberi addresses The Ripon Society on February 16, 2017Pat Tiberi addresses The Ripon Society on February 16, 2017 by The Ripon Society
2017-03-2809 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastPat Tiberi addresses The Ripon Society on February 16, 2017Pat Tiberi addresses The Ripon Society on February 16, 2017 by The Ripon Society
2017-03-2809 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastEd Goeas Addresses The Ripon Society on February 2, 2017Ed Goeas Addresses The Ripon Society on February 2, 2017 by The Ripon Society
2017-02-0747 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastEd Goeas Addresses The Ripon Society on February 2, 2017Ed Goeas Addresses The Ripon Society on February 2, 2017 by The Ripon Society
2017-02-0747 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastChairman Jeb Hensarling Addresses The Ripon Society on July 13, 2016WASHINGTON, DC – House Financial Services Committee Chairman Jeb Hensarling (TX-5) appeared before a breakfast meeting of The Ripon Society, delivering remarks about the impressive list of accomplishments his Committee has racked up over the past 18 months, and a key reform the panel plans to pursue in the coming year.
2016-07-2717 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastChairman Kevin Brady Addresses The Ripon Society on July 6, 2016WASHINGTON, DC – It didn’t take Congressman Kevin Brady (TX-8) long to get up and running as Chairman of the Ways & Means Committee. A little more than six months after taking the reins of the powerful committee, the veteran legislator unveiled a blueprint that would make the most sweeping reform of the U.S. tax system in 30 years.
Released as part of Speaker Paul Ryan’s ambitious agenda to provide the American people with “A Better Way” this election year, Brady’s reform blueprint would cut rates, simplify the tax system, and break up the Internal Revenue Service. The Texas Republican t...
2016-07-2718 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastReps. Todd Young, Charles Boustany & Joe Heck Address The Ripon Society on June 22, 2016WASHINGTON, DC – With the general election just over four months away, The Ripon Society held a breakfast discussion with three Members of the U.S. House of Representatives who are running for the U.S. Senate.
The Members were U.S. Rep. Joe Heck (NV-3), U.S. Rep. Charles Boustany (LA-3), and U.S. Rep. Todd Young (IN-9), who kicked off the discussion by talking about his impressive victory in the Indiana primary on May 3rd, the challenges facing the people of his home state, and some of the issues that will be important in the upcoming election.
2016-07-2716 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastU.S. Sen. Thom Tillis Addresses The Ripon Society on June 15, 2016WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Sen. Thom Tillis (R-NC) appeared before a breakfast meeting of The Ripon Society, delivering remarks about the economic recovery in his home state and the steps that need to be taken in Washington to launch a similar recovery across America.
2016-07-2713 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastChairman McCaul & Rep. Hurd Address The Ripon Society on May 26, 2016WASHINGTON, DC — With Memorial Day upon us and the summer travel season fast approaching, The Ripon Society held a breakfast discussion with three members of the Homeland Security Committee that focused on their efforts to reform the screening process at airports and make air travel more efficient and secure.
The Members were U.S. Rep. Will Hurd (TX-23), U.S. Rep. John Katko (NY-24), and U.S. Rep. Michael McCaul (TX-10). McCaul serves as Chairman of the Homeland Security Committee, and kicked off the discussion by talking about the cause of the recent crash of an EgyptAir passenger jet that wa...
2016-07-2726 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastChairman Tom Price Addresses The Ripon Society on May 12, 2016WASHINGTON, DC – In remarks to a breakfast meeting of The Ripon Society, House Budget Committee Chairman Tom Price (GA-6) shared his thoughts on the economic and political climate that has taken hold in America, and the effort being led by Speaker Paul Ryan to develop a positive agenda that all Republicans can run on and embrace this fall.
2016-07-2719 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastU.S. Sen. Ben Sasse Addresses The Ripon Society on April 28, 2016WASHINGTON, DC – With Congressional approval ratings at historically low levels and Congressional reelection rates continuing to be high, U.S. Sen. Ben Sasse (R-NE) appeared before a breakfast meeting of The Ripon Society to talk about the growing level of political disengagement across America and how it is being fueled by the growing level of dysfunction in Washington, DC.
2016-07-2720 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastRSC Chairman Bill Flores Addresses The Ripon Society on April 21, 2016WASHINGTON, DC — In an appearance before a breakfast meeting of The Ripon Society, the Chairman and three members of the Republican Study Committee delivered remarks in which they discussed the RSC’s agenda for the remainder of 2016 and some of the priorities they are working on this year.
The members included U.S. Representatives French Hill (AR-2), Tom Emmer (MN-6), and Mike Bishop (MI-8). They were joined by U.S. Representative Bill Flores (TX-17), who Chairs the Study Committee and kicked off the discussion by talking about role the group has historically played within the Republican Conference on Capitol Hill.
2016-07-2727 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastChairmen Crenshaw & Roskam Address The Ripon Society on April 14, 2016WWASHINGTON, DC – With tax day once again upon us, The Ripon Society hosted a breakfast discussion with two U.S. Congressmen who are leading the effort to reform the tax code and rein in the Internal Revenue Service.
The Congressmen were Peter Roskam, who represents the 6th District of Illinois and serves as Chairman of the Ways & Means Subcommittee on Oversight, and Ander Crenshaw, who represents the 4th District of Florida and serves as Chairman of the Appropriations Subcommittee on Financial Services & General Government.
2016-07-2733 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastChairman Goodlatte Addresses The Ripon Society on March 17, 2016WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Rep. Bob Goodlatte (VA-6) appeared before a luncheon meeting of The Ripon Society, delivering remarks about his agenda as Chairman of the House Judiciary Committee, and outlining some of the key priorities the panel is working on this year.
2016-07-2721 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastSens. John Hoeven & Mike Rounds Address The Ripon Society on March 3, 2016WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senators John Hoeven (R-ND) and Mike Rounds (R-SD) appeared before a luncheon meeting of The Ripon Society, delivering remarks in which they not only talked about their experiences as the Governors of their respective home states, but said that Washington needs to return to the fundamental principles of less spending, lower taxes, and fewer regulations to get America back on track.
2016-07-2711 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastSenator Shelley Moore Capito Addresses The Ripon Society on February 11, 2016WASHINGTON, DC – In remarks to a breakfast meeting of The Ripon Society, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) praised the recent decision by the Supreme Court to block the Obama Administration’s Clean Power Plan, saying “before we move forward on these enormous regulations, we should consider the legality of the President’s overreach.”
2016-07-2709 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastMembers Of The Bipartisan Working Group Address The Ripon Society on February 3, 2016WASHINGTON, DC – With the presidential primaries upon us and political rhetoric heating up on the campaign trail, The Ripon Society and Franklin Center for Global Policy Exchange held a breakfast discussion to shine a light on a rare occurrence in Washington these days – bipartisanship.
The discussion featured five members of the Bipartisan Working Group (BPWG), which is an increasingly effective network of over 20 Republicans and Democrats who meet for one hour each week on Capitol Hill to not only talk about some of the challenges facing the American people, but some of the areas where both parties might be able to r...
2016-07-2736 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastMaj. Leader McCarthy & Maj. Whip Scalise Address The Ripon Society on January 12, 2016WASHINGTON, DC – House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy (CA-23) and Majority Whip Steve Scalise (LA-1) appeared before a luncheon meeting of The Ripon Society, delivering remarks in which they discussed not only some of the key accomplishments in Congress over the past 12 months, but the importance of having a bold agenda in 2016.
2016-07-2711 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastNRCC Chairman Walden Addressess The Ripon Society on December 2, 2015WASHINGTON, DC – The Ripon Society hosted a breakfast discussion with U.S. Rep. Greg Walden (OR-2) and four Members of the U.S. House of Representatives: Rep. Mike Coffman (CO-6); Rep. David Valadao (CA-21); Rep. Cresent Hardy (NV-4); and, Rep. Will Hurd (TX-23). The discussion was moderated by Walden, who talked about his role as Chairman of the National Republican Congressional Committee and then introduced each of the freshmen Members who then delivered brief remarks of their own.
Chairman Walden opened Wednesday’s discussion by noting his committee’s election strategy going into next year’s campaign season by first discussi...
2016-07-2708 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastChairman Thornberry & HASC Members Address The Ripon Society on November 5, 2015WASHINGTON, DC – House Armed Services Chairman Mac Thornberry (TX-13) appeared before a breakfast discussion of The Ripon Society, delivering a speech in which he not only talked about the political fight picked by the President over this year’s defense authorization bill, but laid out his Committee’s reform agenda for keeping America secure.
Thornberry was joined at the discussion by four other Members of his panel, including Congresswoman Jackie Walorski (IN-2), Congressman Steve Knight (CA-25), Congressman Tom MacArthur (NJ-3), and Congressman Ryan Zinke (MT-AL). The Armed Services Chairman opened his remarks by discussing the National Defense Authorization Act, which, he not...
2016-07-2727 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastReps. Tim Murphy, Susan Brooks & Larry Bucshon Address The Ripon Society on October 29, 2015WASHINGTON, DC – The Ripon Society held a breakfast discussion focusing on the mental health care crisis in the United States and the effort gaining momentum on Capitol Hill to reform the way people are treated and cared for in this country.
The effort is being led by Congressman Tim Murphy (PA-18), who led the discussion and was joined by two other key voices in the debate – Congresswoman Susan Brooks (IN-5) and Congressman Larry Bucshon (IN-8). Murphy opened the discussion by talking about the scope of the problem, and the investigation he is leading as Chairman of the Energy & Commerce Subcommittee on O...
2016-07-2735 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastSenator Sullivan Addresses The Ripon Society on September 30, 2015WASHINGTON, DC – In remarks to a breakfast meeting of The Ripon Society, U.S. Sen. Dan Sullivan (R-AK) struck an optimistic but realistic tone about the challenges facing America at home and abroad, and shared his thoughts on how the country can meet these challenges in the coming year.
2016-07-2745 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastChairman Chaffetz Addresses The Ripon Society on July 23, 2015WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Rep. Jason Chaffetz (UT-3) appeared before a breakfast meeting of The Ripon Society, delivering a speech about his longtime interest in the Oversight and Government Reform Committee, his selection as Chairman of the panel this past fall, and the bipartisan effort he is leading with the Committee’s ranking Democrat to make the federal government more accountable.
2016-07-2714 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastSenator Tim Scott Addresses The Ripon Society on July 16, 2015WASHINGTON, DC – Nearly a month after the tragic shootings that claimed nine innocent lives at a church in Charleston, Senator Tim Scott (SC) appeared before a lunch meeting of The Ripon Society to discuss the shooting’s impact on his home state and express his thanks for the outpouring of support across America.
2016-07-2712 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastSenator Joni Ernst Addresses The Ripon Society on July 9, 2015WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (IA) appeared before a breakfast discussion of The Ripon Society, delivering a speech about her election to the Senate last fall, the experience she brings to the job, and how she and other members of the Republican Class of 2014 are working to “move this country forward” in the coming years.
2016-07-2726 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastSenator Moran Addresses The Ripon Society on June 11, 2015WASHINGTON, DC – In a speech to a breakfast meeting of The Ripon Society, Kansas Senator Jerry Moran urged Congress to focus on passing the 12 annual spending bills that fund the various agencies and departments of the federal government, saying that, “Only when we have the power of the purse do they start paying attention to us.”
2016-07-2720 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastSenator Thom Tillis Addresses The Ripon Society on May 12, 2015WASHINGTON, DC – Senator Thom Tillis (NC) spoke to a breakfast meeting of The Ripon Society, delivering a speech in which he discussed his first few months in office and a number of critical issues affecting his home state, including Trade Promotion Authority.
2016-07-2736 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastSenator Barrasso Addresses The Ripon Society on April 30, 2015WASHINGTON, DC – Senator John Barrasso (WY) appeared before a breakfast meeting of The Ripon Society, delivering a speech in which he discussed some of the key issues on the Senate agenda and stated that the biggest difference in the Senate is that the institution is working again for the first time in several years.
2016-07-2721 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastChairman Shuster And Ranking Member DeFazio Address The Ripon Society on April 23, 2015WASHINGTON, DC – At a time when Washington is paralyzed by political gridlock, the top Republican and Democratic leaders of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee came together to discuss the bipartisan drive they are spearheading to rebuild America’s crumbling bridges and roads – an issue, they note, where political consensus exists, but the source of funding remains in doubt.
The leaders were U.S. Representatives Bill Shuster (R/PA-9) and Peter DeFazio (D/OR-4). Shuster serves as Chairman of the T&I Committee, while DeFazio serves as the panel’s Ranking Member. Appearing at a breakfast discussion hosted by The Ripon So...
2016-07-2737 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastChairman McCaul And Reps. Katko And McSally Address The Ripon Society on April 16, 2016WASHINGTON, DC – Homeland Security Committee Chairman Michael McCaul (TX-10) appeared before a breakfast meeting of The Ripon Society, delivering remarks in which he not only discussed his panel’s agenda for the coming year, but stated that the threat America is facing from terrorists around the world “is growing, not diminishing.”
McCaul was joined at the meeting by two of his Subcommittee Chairs: U.S. Rep. John Katko (NY-24), who serves as Chair of the Transportation Security Subcommittee; and, U.S. Rep. Martha McSally (AZ-2), who serves as Chair of the Subcommittee on Emergency Preparedness, Response, and Communications. The three leaders...
2016-07-2730 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastSenator Deb Fischer Addresses The Ripon Society on March 26, 2016WASHINGTON, DC – In a speech to a breakfast meeting of The Ripon Society, U.S. Sen. Deb Fischer (R-NE) said it’s time for Congress to come together and develop a long-term plan to rebuild America’s aging infrastructure, and pointed to Nebraska as an example of a state where lawmakers have done just that.
2016-07-2714 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastChairman Kevin Brady Addresses The Ripon Society on March 19, 2015WASHINGTON, DC – Ways and Means Health Subcommittee Chairman Kevin Brady (TX-8) spoke to a breakfast meeting of The Ripon Society, delivering a speech in which he discussed the importance of overhauling the Sustainable Growth Rate for Medicare physicians, and why a new Medicare model will provide for increased quality care to seniors at reduced costs to taxpayers.
2016-07-2710 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastSenator Ron Johnson Addresses The Ripon Society on March 5, 2015WASHINGTON, DC – Five years ago, Ron Johnson was a successful businessman in Wisconsin who built a large and profitable company from scratch. Today, he serves as a United States Senator from that State.
Johnson appeared before a breakfast meeting of The Ripon Society to talk about his background in business and how he is applying his results-oriented experience in the private sector to his newest role as Chairman of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee.
2016-07-2747 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastDavid Winston Addresses The Ripon Society's 5th Annual Symposium At Mount Vernon on Feb 22, 2015WASHINGTON, DC — The Ripon Society held its 5th Annual Legislative and Communications Directors Symposium on Leadership at Mount Vernon, a daylong event that drew top congressional aides to the historic estate of America’s first President for a series of speeches and panel discussions focused on the challenges facing the nation – and the new Republican Majority – in 2015.
Presentation on “What America Wants” – featuring remarks by David Winston, the President of the strategy and public opinion research firm, The Winston Group.
2016-07-2722 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastHouse Majority Whip Steve Scalise Addresses The Ripon Society on January 27, 2015WASHINGTON, DC — House Majority Whip Steve Scalise (LA-1) spoke to a luncheon meeting of The Ripon Society, delivering a speech in which he not only discussed the recent retreat for House and Senate Republicans in Hershey, but the possibility for greater bicameral cooperation and achievement this year.
2016-07-2727 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastSenator Rand Paul Addresses The Ripon Society on January 21, 2015WASHINGTON, DC — In the four years he has served in the U.S. Senate, Rand Paul has made a name for himself by questioning party orthodoxy and challenging the political establishment.
Both qualities were on full display at a breakfast meeting of The Ripon Society, where the Kentucky Senator not only discussed the State of the Union Address delivered the night before, but shared his thoughts on the congressional agenda and issues he would like to see addressed in the coming year.
2016-07-2641 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastChairman Dave Camp Addresses The Ripon Society on October 15, 2014WASHINGTON, DC – Chairman of the Ways and Means Committee Dave Camp (MI-4) spoke to a breakfast meeting of The Ripon Society, discussing, among other topics, the comprehensive tax reform plan he introduced earlier this year and how the GOP’s pro-growth policies during this period of continuing economic uncertainty will help the party in the mid-term elections next month.
2016-07-2530 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastSenator Rob Portman (OH) Addresses The Ripon Society on September 23, 2014WASHINGTON, DC – Ohio Senator Rob Portman appeared before a breakfast meeting of The Ripon Society, delivering a speech in which he expressed optimism that Republicans will win control of the Senate in November, and said that the party has “the best slate of candidates that I have seen in modern times.”
2016-07-2524 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastSenator Chambliss And Chairman Rogers Address The Ripon Society on September 11, 2014WASHINGTON, DC – With America marking the 13th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks, The Ripon Society held a breakfast discussion looking at the continuing threat posed by terrorist groups and U.S. security in a volatile world. The discussion featured two of the leading experts on intelligence and national security issues on Capitol Hill – Senator Saxby Chambliss (GA), who serves as Vice Chairman of the Senate Intelligence Committee, and Congressman Mike Rogers (MI-8), who serves as Chairman of the House Intelligence Committee.
2016-07-2546 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastRipon Society Discussion On The TPP With Reps. Boustany Larson And Amb. Beazley on July 30, 2014WASHINGTON, DC – As negotiations between the 12 Pacific Rim nations that form the Trans-Pacific Partnership continue, The Ripon Society held a breakfast discussion focusing on the impact that this strategic trade alliance would have for both the U.S. and Australian economies alike.
Participating in the discussion were The Honorable Kim Beazley, the Australian Ambassador to the United States, and two members of the Ways and Means Subcommittee on Trade: Democratic Congressman John Larson (CT-1), and Republican Congressman Charles Boustany (LA-3), who began the discussion noting how the TPP can be a catalyst for growth.
2016-07-2541 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastMajority Leader Elect McCarthy And Reps. Denham, Valadao Address The Ripon Society on July 24, 2014WASHINGTON, DC – When he officially takes over as House Majority Leader at the end of this month, Congressman Kevin McCarthy (CA-23) will become responsible for managing the agenda, schedule and operation of the lower chamber on Capitol Hill. It’s a powerful job with a national focus. And yet in remarks to a breakfast meeting of The Ripon Society, McCarthy made clear that his roots remain firmly planted in California, and his attention never strays far from the issues and concerns affecting the people of his District and home state.
McCarthy was joined at the meeting by two colleagues from his...
2016-07-2536 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastSenator Ayotte Addresses The Ripon Society on June 24, 2014WASHINGTON, DC – New Hampshire Senator Kelly Ayotte appeared before a breakfast meeting of The Ripon Society to discuss not only how current White House detainment policy toward terrorists is jeopardizing national security, but why this year’s election is critical to making the Senate more productive next year.
2016-07-2532 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastChairman Smith And Col. Lockhart Address The Ripon Society on May 20, 2014WASHINGTON, DC – “I don’t know whether space is the last frontier or not. But I certainly believe it is the next frontier.”
With those words, Texas Congressman Lamar Smith kicked off a presentation to The Ripon Society, a presentation in which he not only talked about the importance of space exploration, but the benefits the space program has brought to people here at home.
Smith serves as Chairman of the House Science, Space and Technology Committee. Appointed to this position by his colleagues in November 2012, he recently won passage of the NASA Authorization Act of 2014, which was approved by the Scie...
2016-07-2553 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastSenator John McCain Addresses The Ripon Society on April 9, 2014WASHINGTON, D.C. – Arizona Senator John McCain appeared before a breakfast meeting of The Ripon Society, delivering a speech in which he not only made the case for immigration reform in America, but called on Congress – and specifically, the House of Representatives — to move forward with a bill.
2016-07-2527 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastChair Cathy McMorris Rodgers Addresses The Ripon Society on April 4, 2014WASHINGTON, D.C. – Representative Cathy McMorris Rodgers (WA-5) appeared before a breakfast meeting of The Ripon Society this to discuss her role as Chair of the House GOP Conference, the approach she brings to the job, and why it is so important for Republicans to not only find the right policies to talk about this year, but find the right tone, as well.
2016-07-2522 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastChairman Royce And Reps. Chabot And Kinzinger Address The Ripon Society on March 27, 2014WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Chairman and two members of the House Foreign Affairs Committee appeared before a breakfast meeting of The Ripon Society to discuss the drift in U.S. foreign policy under the Obama Administration and the chaos that is breaking out around the world as a result.
2016-07-2534 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastReps. Schock And Gabbard Address The Ripon Society on March 17, 2014WASHINGTON, D.C. – At a time when Congress is mired in gridlock and seems to be debating the same issues over and over again, The Ripon Society held a bipartisan luncheon discussion with two Members of the House who are trying to reverse that trend. The Members are Rep. Aaron Schock (IL-18) and Rep. Tulsi Gabbard (HI-2).
Schock, a third-term Republican who was born in 1981, and Gabbard, a first-term Democrat who was born that same year, are the founders and co-chairs of the Congressional Future Caucus. Formed last September, the mission of the Caucus is to develop long-term solutions for is...
2016-07-2523 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastReps. Schock And Gabbard Address The Ripon Society on March 17, 2014WASHINGTON, D.C. – At a time when Congress is mired in gridlock and seems to be debating the same issues over and over again, The Ripon Society held a bipartisan luncheon discussion with two Members of the House who are trying to reverse that trend. The Members are Rep. Aaron Schock (IL-18) and Rep. Tulsi Gabbard (HI-2).
Schock, a third-term Republican who was born in 1981, and Gabbard, a first-term Democrat who was born that same year, are the founders and co-chairs of the Congressional Future Caucus. Formed last September, the mission of the Caucus is to develop long-term solutions for is...
2016-07-2523 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastPew Research VP Michael Dimock Addresses Ripon Society's Annual Symposium on March 7, 2014WASHINGTON, DC – With the mid-term elections less than seven months away, The Ripon Society hosted a luncheon discussion to look at the American electorate and how political trends may impact the prospects of the Republican Party in November.
The discussion was entitled, “The Numbers Don’t Lie.” It featured a presentation by Dr. Michael Dimock, the Vice President of Research for the Pew Research Center, who, among other topics, discussed the GOP’s image among Americans, the issues in which Republicans are viewed favorably, and how young people view not only the party, but government.
2016-07-2534 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastSecretary Carlos Gutierrez Addresses The Ripon Society's 4th Annual Symposium On LeadershipWASHINGTON, D.C. – In a Keynote Address to a legislative symposium hosted by The Ripon Society, former U.S. Secretary of Commerce Carlos Gutierrez called on Republicans to reach agreement on a plan to reform America’s immigration system, arguing that it would not only be good for the nation economically, but good for the GOP politically, as well.
2016-07-2233 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastChairman Whitfield Addresses The Ripon Society Bully Pulpit On Energy on June 7, 2012 (Part 2)WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Chairman and two Members from the House Energy & Power Subcommittee appeared before a Ripon Society policy breakfast to discuss the importance of the energy sector in job creation and why the U.S. must maximize domestic production in addition to pursuing alternative sources of fuel.
The Members participating in the Ripon Society policy discussion were: Congressman Ed Whitfield (KY-1), the Chairman of the Energy & Power Subcommittee; Congressman John Sullivan (OK-1), the panel’s Vice Chairman; and, Congressman Cory Gardner (CO-4), who is in his first term on the Subcommittee and, in his opening remarks, discussed what brou...
2016-07-2012 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastChairman Whitfield Addresses The Ripon Society Bully Pulpit On Energy on June 7, 2012 (Part 2)WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Chairman and two Members from the House Energy & Power Subcommittee appeared before a Ripon Society policy breakfast to discuss the importance of the energy sector in job creation and why the U.S. must maximize domestic production in addition to pursuing alternative sources of fuel.
The Members participating in the Ripon Society policy discussion were: Congressman Ed Whitfield (KY-1), the Chairman of the Energy & Power Subcommittee; Congressman John Sullivan (OK-1), the panel’s Vice Chairman; and, Congressman Cory Gardner (CO-4), who is in his first term on the Subcommittee and, in his opening remarks, discussed what brou...
2016-07-2012 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastRipon Society Bully Pulpit On Energy on June 7, 2012 (Part 1)WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Chairman and two Members from the House Energy & Power Subcommittee appeared before a Ripon Society policy breakfast to discuss the importance of the energy sector in job creation and why the U.S. must maximize domestic production in addition to pursuing alternative sources of fuel.
The Members participating in the Ripon Society policy discussion were: Congressman Ed Whitfield (KY-1), the Chairman of the Energy & Power Subcommittee; Congressman John Sullivan (OK-1), the panel’s Vice Chairman; and, Congressman Cory Gardner (CO-4), who is in his first term on the Subcommittee and, in his opening remarks, discussed what brou...
2016-07-2031 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastRipon Society Bully Pulpit On Energy on June 7, 2012 (Part 1)WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Chairman and two Members from the House Energy & Power Subcommittee appeared before a Ripon Society policy breakfast to discuss the importance of the energy sector in job creation and why the U.S. must maximize domestic production in addition to pursuing alternative sources of fuel.
The Members participating in the Ripon Society policy discussion were: Congressman Ed Whitfield (KY-1), the Chairman of the Energy & Power Subcommittee; Congressman John Sullivan (OK-1), the panel’s Vice Chairman; and, Congressman Cory Gardner (CO-4), who is in his first term on the Subcommittee and, in his opening remarks, discussed what brou...
2016-07-2031 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastPollsters Celinda Lake And Ed Goeas Address The Ripon Society on February 10, 2012 (Part 4)WASHINGTON, D.C. – A group of nearly 200 top House Republican policy and communications aides gathered at the historic home of our Nation’s first President for The Ripon Society’s 2012 Legislative and Communications Directors Symposium on Leadership at Mount Vernon. According to Ripon Society President & CEO Jim Conzelman, the purpose of the symposium was to provide Legislative and Communications Directors with briefings on some of the key challenges facing our Nation and the House majority this year.
2016-07-1904 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastPollsters Celinda Lake And Ed Goeas Address The Ripon Society on February 10, 2012 (Part 4)WASHINGTON, D.C. – A group of nearly 200 top House Republican policy and communications aides gathered at the historic home of our Nation’s first President for The Ripon Society’s 2012 Legislative and Communications Directors Symposium on Leadership at Mount Vernon. According to Ripon Society President & CEO Jim Conzelman, the purpose of the symposium was to provide Legislative and Communications Directors with briefings on some of the key challenges facing our Nation and the House majority this year.
2016-07-1904 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastBryan Anderson Addresses The Ripon Society on February 10, 2012 (Part 3)WASHINGTON, D.C. – A group of nearly 200 top House Republican policy and communications aides gathered at the historic home of our Nation’s first President for The Ripon Society’s 2012 Legislative and Communications Directors Symposium on Leadership at Mount Vernon. According to Ripon Society President & CEO Jim Conzelman, the purpose of the symposium was to provide Legislative and Communications Directors with briefings on some of the key challenges facing our Nation and the House majority this year.
2016-07-1906 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastBryan Anderson Addresses The Ripon Society on February 10, 2012 (Part 3)WASHINGTON, D.C. – A group of nearly 200 top House Republican policy and communications aides gathered at the historic home of our Nation’s first President for The Ripon Society’s 2012 Legislative and Communications Directors Symposium on Leadership at Mount Vernon. According to Ripon Society President & CEO Jim Conzelman, the purpose of the symposium was to provide Legislative and Communications Directors with briefings on some of the key challenges facing our Nation and the House majority this year.
2016-07-1906 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastSteve Largent Addresses The Ripon Society on February 10, 2012 (Part 2)WASHINGTON, D.C. – A group of nearly 200 top House Republican policy and communications aides gathered at the historic home of our Nation’s first President for The Ripon Society’s 2012 Legislative and Communications Directors Symposium on Leadership at Mount Vernon. According to Ripon Society President & CEO Jim Conzelman, the purpose of the symposium was to provide Legislative and Communications Directors with briefings on some of the key challenges facing our Nation and the House majority this year.
2016-07-1930 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastSteve Largent Addresses The Ripon Society on February 10, 2012 (Part 2)WASHINGTON, D.C. – A group of nearly 200 top House Republican policy and communications aides gathered at the historic home of our Nation’s first President for The Ripon Society’s 2012 Legislative and Communications Directors Symposium on Leadership at Mount Vernon. According to Ripon Society President & CEO Jim Conzelman, the purpose of the symposium was to provide Legislative and Communications Directors with briefings on some of the key challenges facing our Nation and the House majority this year.
2016-07-1930 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastGovernor Bob McDonnell Addressess The Ripon Society on February 10, 2012 (Part 1)WASHINGTON, D.C. – A group of nearly 200 top House Republican policy and communications aides gathered at the historic home of our Nation’s first President for The Ripon Society’s 2012 Legislative and Communications Directors Symposium on Leadership at Mount Vernon. According to Ripon Society President & CEO Jim Conzelman, the purpose of the symposium was to provide Legislative and Communications Directors with briefings on some of the key challenges facing our Nation and the House majority this year.
2016-07-1906 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastGovernor Bob McDonnell Addressess The Ripon Society on February 10, 2012 (Part 1)WASHINGTON, D.C. – A group of nearly 200 top House Republican policy and communications aides gathered at the historic home of our Nation’s first President for The Ripon Society’s 2012 Legislative and Communications Directors Symposium on Leadership at Mount Vernon. According to Ripon Society President & CEO Jim Conzelman, the purpose of the symposium was to provide Legislative and Communications Directors with briefings on some of the key challenges facing our Nation and the House majority this year.
2016-07-1906 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastReaching Across The Aisle Event for the Ripon Society on February 1, 2012WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Ripon Society hosted a breakfast discussion to highlight something not often seen in this volatile political climate and turbulent election year – Republican and Democratic Members of Congress who are working together for the good of the country and the people they represent.
The Members participating in the discussion included Republicans and Democrats who are doing just that: GOP Reps. Jim Renacci (OH-16), Rich Nugent (FL-5), Bobby Schilling (IL-17), and Lee Terry (NE-2); and, Democratic Reps. Kathy Castor (FL-11), Dave Loebsack (IA-2) and Mike Ross (AR-4). The Ripon Society discussion was an outgrowth of a bipartisan breakfast club...
2016-07-1942 min
The Ripon Society Policy and Politics Series PodcastReaching Across The Aisle Event for the Ripon Society on February 1, 2012WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Ripon Society hosted a breakfast discussion to highlight something not often seen in this volatile political climate and turbulent election year – Republican and Democratic Members of Congress who are working together for the good of the country and the people they represent.
The Members participating in the discussion included Republicans and Democrats who are doing just that: GOP Reps. Jim Renacci (OH-16), Rich Nugent (FL-5), Bobby Schilling (IL-17), and Lee Terry (NE-2); and, Democratic Reps. Kathy Castor (FL-11), Dave Loebsack (IA-2) and Mike Ross (AR-4). The Ripon Society discussion was an outgrowth of a bipartisan breakfast club...
2016-07-1942 min