The 21st century Tea Party is a political organization in the US that values fiscal responsibility, limited government, and free markets. It opposes government intervention and has staged anti-tax protests and rallies. Larger organizations like Tea Party Patriots and National Tea Party Federation connect local groups and promote clear communication. The party has been accused of violence and racism, but the NTPF opposes this portrayal and partners with other organizations.
The 21st century tea party is a political organization that took root in the United States around the 2008 presidential election. The exact founding date of this party cannot be pinpointed as it started as a series of small grassroots organizations. Each branch operates autonomously and operates on private donations.
The modern party takes its name from the famous Boston Tea Party of 1773. This historic event was all about protesting against the government’s increased taxation of settlers. The dramatic political protest has become an iconic example of individuals opposing the government.
Although local organizations of this party often operate independently, they all adhere to the same basic values. Fiscal responsibility is a core value of the party, which believes that ever-rising public spending and the national debt pose a serious threat. The party supports a constitutionally limited government that does not violate the rights of individual states. It opposes any government intervention in free markets.
In the spring and summer of 2009, this party staged anti-tax protests and rallies across the country. Many of these focused on demonstrating strong party opposition to President Barack Obama’s health care plan. The September 12, 2009 rally at the Mall in Washington was the culmination of these events. The tea party also staunchly opposed the government bailouts that took place in 2008 and the 2009 stimulus package.
As the popularity of local tea parties continues to grow, a few larger organizations have emerged to connect these smaller groups. The Tea Party Patriots provide a resource for people to connect with tea parties in their area. Along with a list of local tea parties, the group provides detailed information on how to start your own tea party. It also maintains a news feed, calendar of events, blog roll, and discussion group.
The National Tea Party Federation has emerged as yet another way for local tea parties to work together towards a common goal. The main purpose of this group is to increase clear communication throughout the tea party movement. Communication between individual groups as well as with the media is a primary objective.
Some media reports have described the tea party as a violent and even racist organisation. The National Tea Party Federation (NTPF) opposes this portrayal of the holiday. The NTPF has also partnered with other organizations that have similar goals, including Citizens Against Government Waste, the Family Research Council, Americans for Prosperity, and the National Taxpayers Union.
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