Topics: Politics
Public Release Date: April 17, 2013
2012 was a disappointing year for Republicans. The failure to win key swing states in the presidential election and surprising losses in the House and Senate have prompted some reflection. Was their embrace of small government, low taxes, and a strong conservative stance on social issues at odds with shifting American demographics? Or did the GOP embrace the right platform, but the wrong candidates?
ARGUING YES:
David Brooks: Op-Ed Columnist for The New York Times
Mickey Edwards: Former US Congressman (R) to Oklahoma
ARGUING NO:
Laura Ingraham: Host of ‘The Laura Ingraham Show’
Ralph Reed: Chairman for the Faith & Freedom Coalition
MODERATOR-IN-CHIEF:
John Donvan: Emmy award-winning journalist