By Joey Lauer

After hearing Newt Gingrich speak at CPAC, it feels evident that the Republicans have the opportunity to take back the House and Senate, much like in 1994. But they need a plan, and a revamp of the original Contract for America would do just the trick.

Gingrich stressed common sense. “2 + 2 = 4″ was his motto. It’s simple, but it’s the truth. No more spending money that we don’t have. No more bills that increase the deficit. People from both parties are fed up with the runaway spending in Washington, and if Republicans take advantage of that sentiment, they can win big. Republicans should lay down a specific plan outlining all the common sense provisions they intend to take action on if they take back congress. It should also include promises for integrity and transparency. America truly is a center-right country, and currently, Washington is on the left.

One doesn’t need to be interested in politics to know that spending is out of control. A common theme to reduce government spending could unite most of the country. It’s time for conservative republicans to take a fiscal stand for what they believe in. The only question left to ask is: Who’s going to lead the charge?