2012

The conversation about the future of and future faces of the GOP is in full swing and one name has come to the forefront. Bobby Jindal has his own thoughts about what the Republican's must do in the coming years but that isn't why he is dominating coverage. As everyone talks about Jindal's possible run for president, some obvious parallels to Obama are being drawn (young, minority). I think the Republican party needs to take steps to control the narrative. Jindal has opportunities to prove himself as a leader in his current capacity and make a name for himself, rather than being talked about in comparison to the president elect. To pit him against a very popular political figure (we can't say President yet, that remains to be seen), is a risky maneuver. They need someone who can forge their own, fresh identity for the party. That being said, the Republicans need to take full advantage of the technology and tactics used by Obama's campaign. Elections are changing and it seems to be jump in or be left behind.