The phrase
"tea party" typically refers to a social gathering where people come together to enjoy tea, usually accompanied by various snacks or light refreshments. It can also be used metaphorically to refer to a political movement or protest characterized by a desire for limited government intervention and fiscal responsibility, often associated with conservative ideologies.
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But that hasn't stopped a bunch
of tea party activists and otherwise ambitious challengers from stepping forward early in the 2012 election cycle.
Many
tea party movement candidates will rely on the conventional Republican apparatus for assistance in fundraising, tactics and strategy in the general election.
It's so hard to pick a spot for these stools, but I have imagined them around a little table
for tea parties with my new daughter when she grows up.
Yet the earlier process was relentlessly driven by political and lobbying calculations and without the informed participation of the American people, who were left to vent
at Tea Parties and on blog sites.
The agency has acknowledged that it gave extra scrutiny to
tea party groups applying for federal tax exemptions.
He lost his 1986 re-election bid and did not run again for office until 2010, when his victory was described as the only state office won by a proclaimed
tea party supporter.
Wearing skirts
on tea parties can be a great choice if you're after the versatility of your outfits.
Given opposition from the strange alliance of teachers unions and
tea party conservatives, it was no surprise this sensible measure failed.
I have been
hosting tea parties for years and if you ever feel inclined to join me, I'd love to have you.
It's not clear the conflict between the Republican establishment and the so -
called tea party is over.
Oh me oh my I'm late for a very important date, did someone
say tea party!
The coalition is drawing attention because it has the potential of providing the infrastructure for a grassroots conservative movement that now
includes tea party activists and social conservatives.
I give my girls
tea parties so this would come in handy to let them know what tea is in the pot.
The 3 - year - old girls who loved to
play tea parties become 8 - year - olds who simply have different interests now.
Do you try to
make tea party a reality, or does your child prefer to sit at the table and chat with you?
You can give your little one the opportunity to treat herself to her very
first tea party while at the same time exercising her leg muscles.
In addition to decorating your table with fresh flowers, there are plenty of ways to create the
perfect tea party tablescape.
An
evening tea party, with champagne and cupcakes, would be gorgeous; or go the traditional afternoon route for a bit of girly weekend fun.
I am SO inspired right now, and have just begun planning my
own tea party.
Create food shapes, have a lunch
time tea party, or practice kitchen skills and let your kids make their own lunch!
Add in a bit of food coloring and some fancy tea cups, and you've set the stage for a
monster tea party.
If you're looking for spring bridal shower ideas, our elegant
tea party bridal shower favors and decor is sure to inspire you.
Have a picnic on a blanket, or create a
fancy tea party on a table on the lawn.
If you're having a
fairy tea party, this game is a fun activity for the girls.