COLORADO SPRINGS — U.S. House Speaker Paul Ryan outlined what he suggested is an optimistic, policy-driven platform for the Republican Party at an exclusive retreat for conservative donors Monday, showcasing a competing vision to the darker campaign of Donald Trump.

The Wisconsin lawmaker said Republicans face a “fight for the soul of our party” as he spoke on the final day of a seminar hosted by billionaire brothers Charles and David Koch that drew 400-plus to The Broadmoor Resort in Colorado Springs.

If Republicans retain control in the House, Ryan said the agenda will focus on six main points: reducing poverty, strengthening national security, eliminating regulations, reducing the size of government, replacing Obamacare and reforming the tax code.

“We want to be known for this. We want to run on this. We want to earn the right to put this in place. That’s the kind of validating election we’re seeking,” he said, waving a “Better Way” pamphlet over his head.

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U.S. House Speaker Paul Ryan. (AP file)

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