Trying to bring the Republican Party to its senses is futile. Its elected officials are more scared of Trump than they are attached to American ideals, and that won't change over the next four years – and probably beyond. So, instead of trying to fix the Republican Party, the heirs of Lincoln should start a new one. It should be rooted in free minds, free markets, and respect for individuals. Its foundation must be a healthy understanding of what has made this country exceptional—a patriotism that embraces new blood and engages the world.
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