Behind the Americana: Don’t Tread on Me
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Behind the Americana: Don’t Tread on Me

The phrase “Don’t Tread On Me” has deep and profound roots in American history and culture. The most recognizable form of the phrase is on the Gadsden flag (also less commonly known as the Hopkins ...
Republican Coffee Americana Series
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Republican Coffee Americana Series

Americana has always fascinated us. It’s the stuff of a culture, the by-product of who we are. Americana showcases our national collective memory, and reminds us of the best things in life. It’s ti...
20 Quotes to inspire hope in America
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20 Quotes to inspire hope in America

"If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader."  John Quincy Adams "Freedom makes a huge requirement of every human being. With freedom comes...
Haters Gonna Hate. Why We Don't Care.
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Haters Gonna Hate. Why We Don't Care.

Over on the Republican Coffee page lately we’ve been stirring up quite a few controversial conversations! Apparently just seeing a Republican Coffee post scroll by in a news feed or sidebar is enou...
President’s Children open Hipster Coffee House
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President’s Children open Hipster Coffee House

Here is an interesting piece of history that proves -- yet again -- that there is nothing new under the sun! We are always interested in the connection between coffee and politics and American hist...
Post Super Tuesday: America is Great
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Post Super Tuesday: America is Great

"There is a profound difference between information and meaning." (Warren G. Bennis) In the post-Super Tuesday analysis, it is easy to get caught up in the political process. Everyone is estimating...
Republican Coffee Candidate Profiles: Marco Rubio
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Republican Coffee Candidate Profiles: Marco Rubio

Marco Rubio Profile   Marco Rubio is bringing in a new era of American politics and leadership as the most prominent Latino politician in our country. He’s personally blazed the trail for a new w...
A short history of the lapel pin
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A short history of the lapel pin

Ever stop to think about political lapel pins and buttons? Me neither. But lately I wondered when we started using our clothing collars as political statements. Turns out, we’ve been doing it for...
Republican Coffee History Series: Life, Liberty and The Pursuit of Happiness Part 3
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Republican Coffee History Series: Life, Liberty and The Pursuit of Happiness Part 3

"I must study politics and war that my sons may have liberty to study mathematics and philosophy." -- John Adams Liberty: freedom from arbitrary government or control; independence; freedom from ...