From the NYT, on how the Republicans should reform for 2016:
DEBATERS
Get Rid of the Radicals
NORMAN J. ORNSTEIN, AMERICAN ENTERPRISE INSTITUTEA party that puts short-term political advantage ahead of solving the country's problems is in trouble.
Enough With the Immigrant Bashing
LINDA CHAVEZ, FORMER REAGAN OFFICIALIf G.O.P. candidates can’t figure out how to woo Hispanics, they will struggle to win national election.
Stop Turning Off Women
TRACEY SCHMITT, REPUBLICAN STRATEGISTRepublicans need to do a better job of showing compassion and concern for the problems women face in their everyday lives.
Win Over Blacks Via the Military
KIRON K. SKINNER, FORMER ADVISER TO THE ROMNEY CAMPAIGNThe G.O.P. should make the case to African-Americans that the future of the U. S. defense posture has pocketbook implications for them.
Stay Firm on Fiscal Responsibility
MATT KIBBE, FREEDOMWORKSFortunately for the G.O.P., the class of the 2010 Tea Party revolution will be ready for prime time in 2016.