WHY BE A REPUBLICAN? Be a REPUBLICAN because you believe It is important to respect each person's ability, dignity, freedom and responsibility. Individual initiative must be encouraged in getting things done. Government exists to protect the freedom of each person, not to restrict it. Government should only do those things which the people cannot do for themselves. People who cannot provide for themselves deserve help and also deserve to be helped to become self-supporting citizens who can take pride in their self-reliance and independence. Equal rights, equal justice and equal opportunities are everybody's rights. Respect for laws, the courts and the Constitution are vital to preser- vation of the nation and security for the citizen. Excessive taxation, inflation and government waste can destroy our country government must maintain sound money and a responsible economy. While we remain militarily strong, we must continue our efforts toward world peace and friendship. These principles reflect a Republican's basic beliefs. Republicans have held firm to these principles for nearly a century and a quarter. The nation needs more Republicans today so our nation can be stronger tomorrow. That's the best reason to be a Republican. ALLEGANY COUNTY REPUBLICAN COMMITTEE 6 Pike Street, Belfast, NY 14711 NEW YORK REPUBLICAN STATE COMMITTEE 315 State Street, Albany, NY 12210