A Candidate for the position of RNC Chair should have:
1. A positive attitude and vision for the growth and success of the
Republican Party with practical ideas to achieve their goals; including
using the mechanism of the 2012 Republican National Convention, and
focusing the executive office of the RNC to promote our mission, our
message, and our candidates. (Vision)
2. Appreciation and support for the solid base branches of social,
fiscal and foreign policy conservatives in the Republican Party; and
actively work with the Tea Party activist that with this base make up
the freedom movement in this country. (Promote
Unity)
3. A thorough comprehension of and solid support for the
conservative principles expressed in the Party Platform. (Support Platform)
4. The highest ethical standard of behavior in the Judeo-Christian
tradition as demonstrated by reputation both private and public. (Integrity)
5. Such a trustworthy character and winsome personality that he/she
is capable of winning the confidence of donors to use their money
wisely. (Fundraising ability)
6. A high level of management and organizational experience
preferably but not limited to successful private sector business. (Managerial ability)
7. Skills and professional presence to articulate the Republican
message accurately, clearly and persuasively without superseding it
with divergent personal views. (Good
Spokesperson)
8. Respect for the primary process and will not promote or support
or be linked to any presidential candidate prior to the nomination. (Fair-minded)
9. Limits on personal ambitions while serving the RNC and its members along with the humility to work to achieve the goals of the Party regardless of who gets the credit. (Servant leader)
10. The physical stamina, intellectual ability, and spiritual
maturity to withstand the pressures of the position without being
corrupted. (Well-balanced)
11. Respect for the autonomy of the states and respect for their
committee members and chairs as partners in the political process to be
encouraged and empowered for success. (Member
Empowerment)
12. A finely tuned understanding of the political process that
positions him/her to stay above and ahead of the competition in terms
of cutting edge strategy, long range planning, and ability to be
flexible in the face of rapidly changing realities. (Political savvy)
13. The respect of the various leadership members of the Republican Party, including Republican Congressional leaders and Republican Governors, to secure a seat at the table when high level discussion takes place. (Respect)
Scoring System- Matching words with deeds and records
3 points-excellent ability
2 points-fulfills requirement
1 point-weakly fulfills requirement
0 points-unknown
-1 point-does not meet requirement