Over the course of three days, leaders, policy experts, and grassroots activists engaged in powerful discussions on the preservation of America’s classical liberal tradition and the challenges facing our country.

Our Summit this year surpassed all expectations. The energy in the room was undeniable and even withstood the disruptive efforts of the Proud Boys—all proof that the demand for governance grounded in principle is growing and is perceived as a threat to illiberal forces.

Thanks to your support, it was our largest Summit ever and sent a clear signal that our movement is only gaining steam.

We’re just getting started. If you couldn’t join us this time, we hope to see you at next year’s Summit or at one of the many Principles First events we’ll be hosting around the country in the months ahead.

To get a sense of our impact, take a look at our Summit by the numbers:

• 1,115 registrants from 45 states - with a waitlist of 300!

• 49 speakers

• 20 substantive panel discussions, interviews, and speeches

• $0 spent on advertising

• $50 per all-access ticket

Our message landed and was heard across the country:

• The Washington Post: An anti-Trump conservative says it’s time to think ‘outside the box'

• CNN: Political conference in DC interrupted by death threats against speakers critical of Trump

• TIME: Anti-Trump Summit’s Message to Attendees: The Backlash Is Coming

• The Hill: Which of the 3 types of conservative are you?

• AP News: Conservatives who still oppose Trump gather at ‘Principles First Summit’ in search of a path forward

• C-SPAN Washington Journal: Heath Mayo takes viewer calls on Principles First

If you missed the Summit this year, you can find the full video of both days here.

➡ Attend next year's Principles First Summit - and bring friends.
Our annual Summit remains the premier gathering for principled Americans to rally around our shared values and shape a better vision for the country. Next year’s event will be even bigger and better—so help spread the word.

➡ Join or help host a Principles First Dinner in your area
As previewed at the Summit, we’re lining up Principles First Dinners across the country to elevate principled ideas and leaders and foster meaningful discussions about the future of our country. This is how we reach your neighbors and bring more Americans into the Principles First fold. If you are interested in hosting a dinner, reach out to [email protected].

➡ Become a Principles First volunteer leader
Want to play a bigger role in this movement? Join our amazing team of volunteers by signing up here. It only takes a minute, and your help will make a real difference.

As I said in my remarks at the Summit, we’re in the early innings of a long game—and Principles First Americans are going to lead the change that's coming. We’ll remain a crucial voting bloc in general elections and continue building momentum in the years ahead.

Thank you for being part of this movement and for standing up for the ideas that make our country both great and good.

Heath Mayo
Founder, Principles First