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TOPPER is a local Palatine group of individuals, each of which supports Republican Principles and works to elect Republican candidates. It’s a volunteer organization of citizens working together to influence the governments in our township, county, state and nation.

We can use your skills, ideas, and your efforts on one or more of our committees. Look for the committee chair people on the “Our People” page.

But First … We have identified some Republican Principles the unite us. Look below to review them. If you agree with our principles and want to help out, click the “Contact Us” button and let us know. We’ll invite you to breakfast to give us a try.

TOPPER Republican Principles

I believe the strength of our nation lies with the individual and that each person's dignity, freedom, ability and responsibility must be honored.

I believe in equal rights, equal justice and equal opportunity for all, regardless of race, creed, sex, age or disability.

I believe free enterprise and encouraging individual initiative have brought this nation opportunity, economic growth and prosperity.

I believe government must practice fiscal responsibility and allow individuals to keep more of the money they earn.

I believe the proper role of government is to provide for the people only those critical functions that cannot be performed by individuals or private organizations and that the best government is that which governs least.

I believe the most effective, responsible and responsive government is government closest to the people.

I believe Americans must retain the principles that have made us strong while developing new and innovative ideas to meet the challenges of changing times.

I believe Americans value and should preserve our national strength and pride while working to extend peace, freedom and human rights throughout the world.

Finally, I believe the Republican Party is the best vehicle for translating these ideals into positive and successful principles of government.