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The Tea Party

Everything you need to know about the Tea Party movement: its origins, its myths, its major players and more.

The Truth About the Tea Party Origins

The tea party exists because it opposes the big government policies of both Republicans and Democrats. It doesn't not exist to oppose one man.

Myths & Misconceptions about the Tea Party Movement

A look at some common myths and misconceptions about the Tea Party movement.

Is the Tea Party Sustainable?

Is the Tea Party a sustainable movement?

Is the Tea Party a Racist Movement?

Is the Tea Party a racist movement?

Is the Tea Party Really Committed to Cutting Spending?

Is the Tea Party really committed to cutting spending?

Is the Tea Party Just a Response to President Barack Obama's Election?

Tea Party myths: Is the Tea Party Just a Response to President Obama's Election?

Tea Party Revival: The Conscience of a Conservative Reborn

A review of Dr. B. Leland Baker's Tea Party Revival: The Conscience of a Conservative Reborn: The Tea Party Revolt Against Unconstrained Spending and Growth of the Federal Government

Tea Party Senate Candidates in the 2010 Midterm Elections

Despite what many on the left may believe, not all Republican Senate candidates are supported by national Tea Parties. Carly Fiornia in California and Linda McMahon in Connecticut are two prominent examples of Republican candidates who may have won over individual Tea Party members, but haven't earned the full endorsement from the national Tea...

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