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Joint Crisis Committee: Republican National Committee 2016 Condoleezza Rice

One of the greatest issues in Republican campaigning, is their division amongst the party. While the Democrats are easily united, Conservatives seem to be more stubborn on particular issues and have factionalized over the years. However, if they can overcome this large issue (and several smaller ones), they have a significant chance of winning the Election of 2016 due to the growing distaste for President Barack Obama by Independents and other swing-voters. Potentially one of the most ideal Republican candidates for this race is Rob Portman due to his traditional conservative ideals, understanding of the liberal agenda, and extensive economic background.

It has become apparent that within the past few years the Republican Party is credited with the strength of the United States economy and the Democratic is with most foreign affairs and domestic issues. This being said, many modern Independents and other voters against bipartisanism have liberal, moral values and conservative, economic standpoints. With Portman’s loyalty to the conservative economic agenda and his appreciation for some liberal, domestic beliefs, he is an appealing candidate to several demographics that extreme conservatives are not. In addition to more of the swing-vote, his acceptance and support of same-sex marriage also appeals to the homosexual community within the United States. While he remains supportive and understanding of some liberal standpoints, Portman does not jeopardize his traditional views on most other issues. He is a candidate that will be more apt to appealing to other demographics while not sacrificing his loyalty to the Republican party.

While Portman is an ideal candidate, campaigning could be just as difficult for him as any other runner. The key goal for all Presidential candidates is to gain the support of swing-states, assuming the support of their of historically loyal states. Many swing-states such as Florida and Nevada have a large amount of Hispanic convincing that under all modes of persuasion, are unlikely to support the Republican party. This being said, less time and capital invested in these states must be invested in swing-states such as Ohio, Wisconsin, and Pennsylvania. These states are filled with working class, white voters that are much more likely to vote in the conservative favor. With Ohio famously as the second largest swing-state in the U.S., achieving its vote would be crucial for the Republican party, but also attainable due to Portman’s roots and support within the state.

As mentioned before, Portman is one of the most ideal figures to run the nation economically. His extensive background as being a Director of the Office of Management and Budget and a United States Trade Representative will aid him in maintaining the comfortable economic point through the transition of Barack Obama to the next President. He also has an extensive background in foreign policy that will likely maintain the victories of the Obama Administration in Southwest Asia, while further repairing the tensions in Eastern Europe. Portman has the aggression and tradition of a Conservative and the compassion and morality of a Liberal that will aid him in being a non-polarized efficient President. His run and support in hopeful swing-states, will bring success to the Republican party in the Election of 2016.