Welcome to the Republican Party of Louisiana: your home for limited government, family values and a strong national defense. From the preamble of our party’s platform: The Louisiana Republican Party represents the values of the majority of the citizens of Louisiana. We believe in the power and freedom of individuals. We oppose all efforts to replace that power with undue governmental control. Our nation was founded on faith in God, family, country, and freedom. Efforts to modify or replace these core values erode the foundations of our society for future generations. The United States is a democratic republic governed by elected representatives. These Representatives must honor the original meaning of our Constitution, and must protect the inalienable rights of the American people as stated in the Bill of Rights. The Republican Party is strong, principled and conservative. It is the Party that should lead the state of Louisiana. We want to represent every facet of American society, not by patronage but by principle, and not by dividing interests but by serving the good of all. Membership in the Republican Party of Louisiana is open to all citizens residing in our state who share the values and beliefs expressed in this document. We recognize a duty to include all who share these values and beliefs, making a special effort to welcome and involve those from groups not traditionally associated with our Party.