State Republicans are trying to thwart a move by Ron Paul supporters to take over the party in St. Johns County and the state.
This week, the Republicans sent warning letters to 10 state chapters of the Republican Liberty Caucus -- an organization within the party that promotes an agenda much the same as Ron Paul libertarians. The letter warned the caucus the law doesn't allow them to use the word "Republican" in its name without permission.
Some local Republicans see the caucus as seeking control of their party and then opposing Sen. John McCain, who they see as too liberal. This is similar to what is playing out on the national stage, as mainstream Republicans are losing western support for McCain to libertarians.
Ron Paul is anathema to Republicans because he not only talks about smaller government and less spending; he votes for them.
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