With Which "Principles" Must One Be

"In General Agreement?"

With Which "Principles" Must One Be "In General Agreement?"

MnGOP Bylaws (2024)

ARTICLE VIII - Caucus Participation

Section 2. Agreement with party principles. Only those persons who are in agreement with the principles of the party as stated in the Minnesota Republican Party’s Constitution and Bylaws, and who either voted or affiliated with the party at the last state general election or intend to vote or affiliate with the party at the next state general election may vote at, and participate in, the Republican precinct caucus.

MnGOP Constitution (2024)

PRINCIPLES

I. Individual Rights & Freedoms All people are created equal and inherently endowed with certain “unalienable rights” including “life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.” We embrace the Bill of Rights and acknowledge that free people, working toward their God-given potential, will make this state and nation strong.

II. Economic Prosperity Economic prosperity is expanded through the creativity, drive, and entrepreneurial spirit of free individuals and free markets. The State should only collect taxes to fund essential government functions, not to transfer wealth.

III. Limited and Accountable Government Keeping government functions at the lowest possible governing level respects the rights and autonomy of individuals to govern themselves and keeps decisions closest to those affected. All levels and branches of government should be transparent and limited to their respective roles, in accordance with the Constitution.

IV. Family Families are the foundational core in the creation of a peaceful and prosperous society. Human life, born and unborn, is inherently valuable and sacred, deserving of protection and respect until natural death. We uphold the fundamental rights of parents and guardians to make decisions about their children’s lives.

V. Education A Thriving society requires educated citizens prepared to be contributing members of society. Parents are primarily responsible for the education of their children and should be empowered to direct their children’s education.

VI. Stewardship and Productivity of Property Private ownership of property fosters prosperity through productivity and the stewardship of resources. Public resources should be utilized for the benefit of all Minnesotans.

VII. Justice & Rule of Law We support the rule of law and a justice system that treats every citizen equally. We insist upon the impartial, consistent application of the laws.

VIII. National Security A strong national defense and secure borders promote a peaceful and safe society.

Olmsted County Republican Party Caucus Locations