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The Illinois Republican Party is organizing a training event for those interested in getting involved in conservative politics in the state.

The free training will take place on Saturday, June 24, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at The Eagles Nest in West Frankfort. Breakfast and lunch will be provided during the event.

“Ready to take your political engagement to the next level?” the Illinois Republican Party said on Facebook. “Our training session will empower you with practical strategies and techniques to effectively engage with policymakers and mobilize supporters. Don't miss this chance! #LeadRight RSVP: http://rcca.gop/training/." 

The event is aimed at training committeepersons, chairmen and candidates, aimed at preparing them for success in the upcoming 2024 elections. The training sessions will cover topics such as legislative forums, guest speakers sharing essential information, and strategies to unite the Republican Party for increased electoral victories in 2024. For more information or to RSVP, individuals can contact 618.525.1855 or email belstar@shawneelink.net. Further details can be found at rcca.gop/training.

A significant political shift is occurring across the United States, with more than 1 million suburban swing voters who previously supported the Democratic Party now switching to the Republican Party, according to PBS. This trend is evident in both Democratic and Republican states, as well as cities and small towns, following the transition from former President Donald Trump to President Joe Biden. The shift is most pronounced in the suburbs, where well-educated swing voters who had turned against the Republican Party during Trump's tenure are now moving back towards the GOP. The change in party affiliation is attributed to concerns about the Democrats' stance on COVID-19 vaccines, rising crime rates, and their emphasis on racial justice. Republicans have been effective in capitalizing on Democratic shortcomings, such as frustration over pandemic-related school closures and rising inflation, by conducting voter registration events and linking the Biden administration to specific issues. 

The Republican National Committee predicts that American suburbs will continue trending red due to factors such as gas prices, the border crisis, the baby formula shortage, and increasing crime rates. The Democratic National Committee has not commented on the surge in voters switching to the GOP. While some party switchers may have crossed over to vote against Trump-backed candidates in Republican primaries, the widespread nature of the party-switching phenomenon suggests a larger trend. Republican gains are particularly evident in suburban and medium-sized cities, emphasizing the need for both parties to articulate their platforms and provide voters with reasons to support them rather than merely opposing the other side.

According to Reason, recent studies suggest that conservatives are more committed to the principles of federalism and free speech online, even when these principles may hinder their policy goals. One study revealed that conservatives are less inclined to remove online content they perceive as false, regardless of the partisan slant, while liberals are more likely to support content removal. These findings challenge the notion that conservatives only advocate for state rights and free speech online to advance their interests. However, interpretations of these studies may differ, and some argue that power dynamics rather than principles and values may underlie the observed behaviors. Nonetheless, the studies present a positive view of conservatives' commitment to these principles and highlight the divergence from recent attempts within the conservative movement to move away from free speech.