This morning I attended a breakfast event that was part of the GOPAC State and Local Summit going on this week.  The keynote speaker was Minnesota Governor Tim Pawlenty, and he had some really interesting things to say.

One of the primary themes of his speech was how Republicans need should communicate our party’s message to the voters.  He spoke of people he called “Sam’s Club Republicans.”  They are working class individuals like his brothers and sisters who agree with Republicans on key issues like taxes, immigration, and personal responsibility.  Yet, often times they are loathe to vote for Republicans because of the myth that our party “doesn’t care about the working class.”  Countering that myth and communicating that Republican policies are actually more beneficial to the working class is crucial for us to win elections.

Finally, after the event I spent a few minutes catching up with GOPAC Chairman, former Maryland Lt. Governor, and all around awesome guy Michael Steele.  It’s always a pleasure speaking with him.  He has proven himself to be a shining star in the Republican Party, and I look forward to seeing what the future holds for him.