Category Archives: GOP/RNC

In Memorium: Dr. Timothy F. Johnson

Posted on February 3, 2015 by Marie Stroughter

It is with great sadness that I announce the passing of my friend and colleague, Dr. Timothy F. Johnson. Tim was founder of the Frederick Douglass Foundation, an organization for which I proudly served as Communications Director for California’s state … Continue reading →

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Feet To The Fire

Posted on November 5, 2014 by Marie Stroughter

Now that Republicans have achieved what Conservatives have waited six long drought-filled years for, will they capitalize on this golden opportunity, or will they squander it and make it business as usual in Washington? The President himself alluded to the … Continue reading →

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Dave Brat’s Win and the Amnesty Debate

Posted on June 12, 2014 by DarkKnight3565

President Lyndon B. Johnson was no friend to Blacks.  Reports consistently point out that Johnson referred to them with the most racist ethnic slur that can possibly be directed at an African American, even when he was using the powers … Continue reading →

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An Evening with Rand Paul

Posted on May 30, 2013 by Marie Stroughter

In my last few blog posts, I’ve shared with our readers how I’ve struggled to articulate all I felt about November’s election. Of all the emotions I went through, from shock, disappointment…and a bit of anger, I think the overarching … Continue reading →

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Race and Republicans

Posted on March 15, 2013 by Marie Stroughter

I was honored to speak today on Arise.tv about the role of African-Americans in the Republican party. There’s only so much you can say in seconds-long sound bites, particularly when many charges are being leveled at you with machine gun … Continue reading →

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My Thoughts on Election 2012: This World is Not My Home

Posted on November 18, 2012 by Marie Stroughter

Those who know me well know I am rarely silent about anything! However, the events of the last two weeks have temporarily rendered me speechless. Not because I don’t have anything to say — I do, and plenty of it … Continue reading →

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View From the Right: Last Night’s Vice-Presidential Debate

Posted on October 12, 2012 by Marie Stroughter

Marie’s assessment of last night’s first and only Vice-Presidential debate, written for iVillage is now live! Chime in! (NOTE: Though normally I don’t refer to people by last name only, the piece has been edited for length, thus no disrespect … Continue reading →

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Marie Stroughter – 5 Things I Loved About Ann Romney’s Speech

Posted on August 30, 2012 by AACONS

African-American Conservatives Co-Founder, Marie Stroughter, is one of the newest contributors to the iVoices and iVote projects at iVillage. Her article and accompanying video were featured on the site, and linked here for your enjoyment! Please head over there and … Continue reading →

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Black Conservative Candidates for 2012

Posted on July 2, 2012 by AACONS

In response to readers who have asked us, we are sharing The Frederick Douglass Foundation’s comprehensive list of Black GOP candidates running during this election cycle. Several of these candidates have appeared on our radio show. Get to know the … Continue reading →

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Newt Gingrich at CRP – the CA GOP Conference

Posted on February 26, 2012 by AACONS

Newt Gingrich was the only presidential candidate to make an appearance at the California Republican Party conference (CRP) this weekend in Burlingame, CA. With introductions by Michael Reagan, Herman Cain, and Callista Gingrich, the former Speaker of the House refuted … Continue reading →

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