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Principles First
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A grassroots effort to rediscover and champion principles in the 21st century #PrinciplesFirst

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Speaker Announcement 🎙️

From the halls of Congress to the front lines of defending democratic norms, @adamkinzinger.substack.com has shown what courage & country-first leadership look like in practice. We’re honored to welcome him back to the Summit.

Tickets: www.principlesfirst.us/summit/the-2...
December 16, 2025 at 11:19 PM
Speaker Announcement 🎙️

From her clear-eyed analysis to her fearless defense of democratic norms, @monacharen.bsky.social brings integrity and moral courage to our national conversation. We’re honored to welcome her back to the Summit this February.

Join us: principlesfirst.us/summit/the-2...
December 16, 2025 at 11:18 PM
Speaker Announcement🎙️

@davidfrum.bsky.social has been a principled and leading voice in American politics and culture for decades. We’re thrilled to have him back at the Summit this year to discuss the opportunities and challenges facing America at 250.

Join us: principlesfirst.us/summit/the-2...
December 16, 2025 at 11:12 PM
Speaker Announcement🎙️

As chairman of the RNC, @michaelsteele.bsky.social led w principle and held the GOP to that standard. He has delivered dire warnings about the party’s current path & we are excited to have him at the Summit to discuss a better way.

Join us: principlesfirst.us/summit/the-2...
December 16, 2025 at 11:11 PM
Washington, DC: We're holding our second annual holiday party this Friday, December 12th.

Join us at Sonoma Restaurant and Wine Bar.

RSVP here: tinyurl.com/4eb5uyrb
December 11, 2025 at 12:36 AM
It's not too late: grab a ticket for our San Francisco dinner tomorrow, Thursday 12/4, with @chkbal.bsky.social featuring @greggnunziata.bsky.social, @jaynordlinger.bsky.social, and @benjaminwittes.lawfaremedia.org!

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December 3, 2025 at 9:31 PM
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We still have a few tickets left for next Thursday, December 4th at the City Club of San Francisco for a great discussion with @greggnunziata.bsky.social, @jaynordlinger.bsky.social, and @benjaminwittes.lawfaremedia.org on the Constitution and Policy.

Get tickets here: tinyurl.com/5xy774tn
November 30, 2025 at 12:12 AM
Join us next Thursday, December 4th at the City Club of San Francisco for a great discussion with @greggnunziata.bsky.social, @jaynordlinger.bsky.social, and @benjaminwittes.lawfaremedia.org on the Constitution and Policy.

Get tickets here: tinyurl.com/5xy774tn
November 25, 2025 at 7:49 PM
DESERET: “Former presidential candidate John Kasich calls for a moral reckoning; tells Salt Lake City audience the nation’s true crisis is one of character — and that people of faith can lead the way.”

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Former presidential candidate John Kasich in Utah: 'We need renegade Republicans'
At a Salt Lake City gathering on faith and democracy, the former governor says power must rise "from the bottom up."
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November 20, 2025 at 6:57 PM
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Thank you to @principlesfirst.bsky.social for inviting me to be a panelist in Salt Lake City. A great event with wonderful people including Gov John Kasich
November 20, 2025 at 4:25 PM
We have a few tickets left for tomorrow's event with @issueonereform.bsky.social + MWEG in Salt Lake City, UTAH!

Hear from former Gov John Kasich, former US Rep. Schneider, former US Sen. candidate Jared Young, former CIA analyst Holly Berkley Fletcher & more!

RSVP: tinyurl.com/5an6aztr
November 18, 2025 at 4:51 PM
Austin, TX: We're at @texastribune.org's #TribFest25 this weekend!

Join us and our friends at Bright America tonight at 5pm at the Roosevelt Room:

307 West 5th Street
Austin, TX 78701

RSVP here: tinyurl.com/jdynymyn

Tomorrow we'll be at Open Congress - be sure to stop by!
November 14, 2025 at 2:06 PM
Speaker Announcement🎙️

A decorated combat veteran and former Commander of U.S. Army Europe, LTG (Ret.) @markhertling.bsky.social has spent his career defending American ideals at home and abroad.

We’re honored to have him join us at the 2026 Summit.

Get tickets: principlesfirst.us/summit/the-2...
November 13, 2025 at 4:08 PM
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I wish I could attend this! I’ll always be proud of my vote for Kasich in the Republican presidential primary in 2016!
Principles First and @issueonereform.bsky.social are thrilled to announce Governor John Kasich is joining our slate of speakers next Wednesday, Nov. 19 in Salt Lake City, Utah for a conversation on Religious Liberty: A Shared Constitutional Guarantee.

Get tickets here: tinyurl.com/5an6aztr
November 10, 2025 at 11:55 PM
From hosting On the Contrary to his sharp political analysis on MSNBC, @sykescharlie.bsky.social has been one of the most consistent voices defending truth and democracy. We’re thrilled to welcome him back to the Summit stage.

Join us: principlesfirst.us/summit/the-2...
The 2026 Summit: America 250 - Principles First
Restoring principled conservatism in America.
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November 10, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Principles First and @issueonereform.bsky.social are thrilled to announce Governor John Kasich is joining our slate of speakers next Wednesday, Nov. 19 in Salt Lake City, Utah for a conversation on Religious Liberty: A Shared Constitutional Guarantee.

Get tickets here: tinyurl.com/5an6aztr
November 10, 2025 at 6:54 PM
We still have plenty of events for 2025. Register before tickets sell out!

TOMORROW 11/6: PA Dinner
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11/13-11/15: Tribfest in Austin
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11/19: SLC Dinner
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12/4: San Francisco Dinner
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November 5, 2025 at 7:06 PM
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If you’re anywhere near Gettysburg, PA this Thursday, Nov 6th, join us for an evening of important, engaging conversation. I’m honored to be part of the program. And please follow the good folks at @principlesfirst.bsky.social.👇
Join Principles First in Gettysburg, PA on November 6 for a discussion on the Guardrails of Democracy.

Hear directly from @walshfreedom.bsky.social, @milestaylor.bsky.social, @sykescharlie.bsky.social, @markhertling.bsky.social, & @conorlambpa.bsky.social.

Get tickets here: tinyurl.com/4pjpd7jy
November 3, 2025 at 11:42 PM
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Thanks, @jimswift.bsky.social for the love!

@principlesfirst.bsky.social will be in PA on 11/6.

We are run on volunteer power 👊🏼🇺🇸🔥
And this plug was possible because our incredible volunteer @dfkpgh.bsky.social reached out to Jim himself. That’s what grassroots looks like!

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November 1, 2025 at 1:19 PM
@markhertling.bsky.social: "The military doesn’t rely on contractual secrecy; it relies on law, duty, and discipline. When you hold a clearance, you are already legally bound to protect the nation’s secrets...No additional NDA is required"

Thanks, LTG.

Join us 11/6 in PA.

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October 29, 2025 at 5:43 PM
Join Principles First in Gettysburg, PA on November 6 for a discussion on the Guardrails of Democracy.

Hear directly from @walshfreedom.bsky.social, @milestaylor.bsky.social, @sykescharlie.bsky.social, @markhertling.bsky.social, & @conorlambpa.bsky.social.

Get tickets here: tinyurl.com/4pjpd7jy
October 28, 2025 at 8:29 PM
🚨🚨 #PrinciplesFirst alert:

Governor Kasich: “Reagan was one of the great free traders…He was as free trader as you could find…

“So let’s not be confused where the Gipper was…the Gipper was on the side of free trade and thought that tariffs were harmful.”

Thanks for setting the record straight.
October 27, 2025 at 11:52 PM
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I am SO excited to be a panelist at the @principlesfirst.bsky.social Salt Lake City event on November 19 www.eventbrite.com/e/principles...
Come join me, @comstockb.bsky.social + More being added soon!
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Join Principles First in Salt Lake City, Utah!
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October 27, 2025 at 10:33 PM
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🚨@principlesfirst.bsky.social‬ IS HIRING!🚨

Tired of extremes in our politics? Well, you’ve found the right place!

If you're a digital guru with political experience, apply to work with me and our ever-growing network of incredible volunteers! 🇺🇸

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Principles First is hiring!

We're seeking an experienced Digital Manager or Director with knowledge of political campaigns & advocacy organizations to lead our digital strategy & online communications to keep up w our growth & help champion principled leadership.

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Careers - Principles First
Digital Manager or Director Location: Washington, D.C. / Remote flexibility available About Principles First: Principles First is a volunteer-driven organization dedicated to strengthening democratic ...
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October 21, 2025 at 9:01 PM
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Looking forward to being part of this @principles1dmv.bsky.social @principlesfirst.bsky.social event at Gettysburg on 6 Nov.
October 24, 2025 at 6:31 AM