[yoswif]

I've tried to influence leaders of the local Republican party but they're just as obsessed with passing massive annual spending increases as the Democrats. I asked how they felt about the federal government's plan to impose an 82% lifetime federal tax rate on America's children. They just laughed and said that was the children's problem. Republicans are so concerned about abortion and then condemn America's children to a lifetime of slavery to the federal government as soon as they're born. So much for Republican "compassion". The only way to reduce that 82% to a compassionate, morally responsible, and sustainable level is to reduce government spending to a compassionate, morally responsible, and sustainable level. Only Libertarians support reducing government spending to a compassionate, morally responsible, and sustainable level.

[seanc623]

I've tried to influence leaders of the local Republican party but they're just as obsessed with passing massive annual spending increases as the Democrats.

I understand your frustration and have shared it on many occasions. My suggestion is to run against them in the next election for GOP Central Committee or other related office.

Remember that they don't speak for the grassroots of the party, who will support you if you're able to reach out to them effectively. Contact some of the officeholders you respect and seek their advice on how to proceed; that way you can turn your frustration into something positive.