Principles First
@principlesfirst.bsky.social
A grassroots effort to rediscover and champion principles in the 21st century #PrinciplesFirst
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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!
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
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!
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!
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...
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
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...
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...
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
Get tickets here: tinyurl.com/5an6aztr
November 10, 2025 at 6:54 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
Get tickets here: tinyurl.com/5an6aztr
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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TOMORROW 11/6: PA Dinner
tinyurl.com/4pjpd7jy
11/13-11/15: Tribfest in Austin
tinyurl.com/46ms8dhp
11/19: SLC Dinner
tinyurl.com/yzfnrcnv
12/4: San Francisco Dinner
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November 5, 2025 at 7:06 PM
We still have plenty of events for 2025. Register before tickets sell out!
TOMORROW 11/6: PA Dinner
tinyurl.com/4pjpd7jy
11/13-11/15: Tribfest in Austin
tinyurl.com/46ms8dhp
11/19: SLC Dinner
tinyurl.com/yzfnrcnv
12/4: San Francisco Dinner
tinyurl.com/5dmcwtb3
TOMORROW 11/6: PA Dinner
tinyurl.com/4pjpd7jy
11/13-11/15: Tribfest in Austin
tinyurl.com/46ms8dhp
11/19: SLC Dinner
tinyurl.com/yzfnrcnv
12/4: San Francisco Dinner
tinyurl.com/5dmcwtb3
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
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
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
Hear directly from @walshfreedom.bsky.social, @milestaylor.bsky.social, @sykescharlie.bsky.social, @markhertling.bsky.social, & @conorlambpa.bsky.social.
Get tickets here: tinyurl.com/4pjpd7jy
🚨🚨 #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.
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
🚨🚨 #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.
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.
Join us for two great events happening this Wednesday, 10/22!
We're co-hosting a community forum in Paramus, New Jersey with @issueonereform.bsky.social starting at 6pm ET. tinyurl.com/4t8dhjkp
Followed by a 𝒗𝒊𝒓𝒕𝒖𝒂𝒍 Q&A with @leavingmaga.bsky.social at 8pm ET. tinyurl.com/4aubsfu7
We're co-hosting a community forum in Paramus, New Jersey with @issueonereform.bsky.social starting at 6pm ET. tinyurl.com/4t8dhjkp
Followed by a 𝒗𝒊𝒓𝒕𝒖𝒂𝒍 Q&A with @leavingmaga.bsky.social at 8pm ET. tinyurl.com/4aubsfu7
October 20, 2025 at 6:58 PM
Join us for two great events happening this Wednesday, 10/22!
We're co-hosting a community forum in Paramus, New Jersey with @issueonereform.bsky.social starting at 6pm ET. tinyurl.com/4t8dhjkp
Followed by a 𝒗𝒊𝒓𝒕𝒖𝒂𝒍 Q&A with @leavingmaga.bsky.social at 8pm ET. tinyurl.com/4aubsfu7
We're co-hosting a community forum in Paramus, New Jersey with @issueonereform.bsky.social starting at 6pm ET. tinyurl.com/4t8dhjkp
Followed by a 𝒗𝒊𝒓𝒕𝒖𝒂𝒍 Q&A with @leavingmaga.bsky.social at 8pm ET. tinyurl.com/4aubsfu7
Principles matter. They define who we are and what we believe. We need leaders with the courage to defend them. Putin must be stopped.
Join us at the Summit: t.co/V5wJXuG8xA
Join us at the Summit: t.co/V5wJXuG8xA
October 18, 2025 at 9:26 PM
Principles matter. They define who we are and what we believe. We need leaders with the courage to defend them. Putin must be stopped.
Join us at the Summit: t.co/V5wJXuG8xA
Join us at the Summit: t.co/V5wJXuG8xA
October 16, 2025 at 8:54 PM
Don’t forget: coming up next Wednesday, October 22nd at 8pm ET is an Ask Me Anything with @leavingmaga.bsky.social!
Make sure to sign up here: tinyurl.com/4aubsfu7
Make sure to sign up here: tinyurl.com/4aubsfu7
October 16, 2025 at 5:48 PM
Don’t forget: coming up next Wednesday, October 22nd at 8pm ET is an Ask Me Anything with @leavingmaga.bsky.social!
Make sure to sign up here: tinyurl.com/4aubsfu7
Make sure to sign up here: tinyurl.com/4aubsfu7
We're proud to announce our 2026 Principles First Summit, February 20-22!
This year's theme was an obvious one: America 250, focusing on the ideas that have made America the envy of the world since 1776, and how we pass the torch to future generations.
See you at the Gaylord! tinyurl.com/55z6wuue
This year's theme was an obvious one: America 250, focusing on the ideas that have made America the envy of the world since 1776, and how we pass the torch to future generations.
See you at the Gaylord! tinyurl.com/55z6wuue
October 15, 2025 at 10:28 PM
We're proud to announce our 2026 Principles First Summit, February 20-22!
This year's theme was an obvious one: America 250, focusing on the ideas that have made America the envy of the world since 1776, and how we pass the torch to future generations.
See you at the Gaylord! tinyurl.com/55z6wuue
This year's theme was an obvious one: America 250, focusing on the ideas that have made America the envy of the world since 1776, and how we pass the torch to future generations.
See you at the Gaylord! tinyurl.com/55z6wuue
It might be the fourth quarter, but Principles First still has plenty of upcoming events! RSVP at the following links:
10/16: Raleigh, NC Dinner: tinyurl.com/4cfykrk4
10/22: Paramus, NJ Community Forum: tinyurl.com/4t8dhjkp
10/22: Virtual Ask Me Anything: tinyurl.com/4aubsfu7
10/16: Raleigh, NC Dinner: tinyurl.com/4cfykrk4
10/22: Paramus, NJ Community Forum: tinyurl.com/4t8dhjkp
10/22: Virtual Ask Me Anything: tinyurl.com/4aubsfu7
October 14, 2025 at 10:09 PM
It might be the fourth quarter, but Principles First still has plenty of upcoming events! RSVP at the following links:
10/16: Raleigh, NC Dinner: tinyurl.com/4cfykrk4
10/22: Paramus, NJ Community Forum: tinyurl.com/4t8dhjkp
10/22: Virtual Ask Me Anything: tinyurl.com/4aubsfu7
10/16: Raleigh, NC Dinner: tinyurl.com/4cfykrk4
10/22: Paramus, NJ Community Forum: tinyurl.com/4t8dhjkp
10/22: Virtual Ask Me Anything: tinyurl.com/4aubsfu7
Join us this Thursday 10/16 in Raleigh for a conversation with former U.S. Acting Attorney General Gerson, @malcolmnance.bsky.social, former NC Chief Justice Beasley, @judgeboborr.bsky.social, and @dukelaw.bsky.social's Prof. Stansbury.
Only a few tickets left ↓
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Only a few tickets left ↓
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October 13, 2025 at 2:53 PM
Join us this Thursday 10/16 in Raleigh for a conversation with former U.S. Acting Attorney General Gerson, @malcolmnance.bsky.social, former NC Chief Justice Beasley, @judgeboborr.bsky.social, and @dukelaw.bsky.social's Prof. Stansbury.
Only a few tickets left ↓
www.eventbrite.com/e/principles...
Only a few tickets left ↓
www.eventbrite.com/e/principles...
Join Principles First and @issueonereform.bsky.social in Paramus, New Jersey on Wednesday, October 22nd at 6pm for a community forum on "Finding Our Common Ground," a moderated discussion on the growth of executive power.
RSVP here ↓
www.eventbrite.com/e/principles...
RSVP here ↓
www.eventbrite.com/e/principles...
October 13, 2025 at 1:41 PM
Join Principles First and @issueonereform.bsky.social in Paramus, New Jersey on Wednesday, October 22nd at 6pm for a community forum on "Finding Our Common Ground," a moderated discussion on the growth of executive power.
RSVP here ↓
www.eventbrite.com/e/principles...
RSVP here ↓
www.eventbrite.com/e/principles...
Raleigh, NC: have you RSVPd to our Signature Dinner Series next Thursday 10/16?
Join us for an engaging discussion featuring Cheri Beasley, @judgeboborr.bsky.social, @malcolmnance.bsky.social, Stuart Gerson, and Shane Stansbury.
www.eventbrite.com/e/principles...
Join us for an engaging discussion featuring Cheri Beasley, @judgeboborr.bsky.social, @malcolmnance.bsky.social, Stuart Gerson, and Shane Stansbury.
www.eventbrite.com/e/principles...
October 8, 2025 at 9:27 PM
Raleigh, NC: have you RSVPd to our Signature Dinner Series next Thursday 10/16?
Join us for an engaging discussion featuring Cheri Beasley, @judgeboborr.bsky.social, @malcolmnance.bsky.social, Stuart Gerson, and Shane Stansbury.
www.eventbrite.com/e/principles...
Join us for an engaging discussion featuring Cheri Beasley, @judgeboborr.bsky.social, @malcolmnance.bsky.social, Stuart Gerson, and Shane Stansbury.
www.eventbrite.com/e/principles...
One week left until our Phoenix, Arizona Dinner! Did you get your tickets yet? We're almost sold out -- make sure to get yours today!
www.eventbrite.com/e/principles...
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October 2, 2025 at 9:03 PM
One week left until our Phoenix, Arizona Dinner! Did you get your tickets yet? We're almost sold out -- make sure to get yours today!
www.eventbrite.com/e/principles...
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Yes, the military serves at the President’s pleasure, but its oath to defend the Constitution and obey the law takes precedence.
Might be time to brush up on the Constitution.
Might be time to brush up on the Constitution.
September 30, 2025 at 10:23 PM
Yes, the military serves at the President’s pleasure, but its oath to defend the Constitution and obey the law takes precedence.
Might be time to brush up on the Constitution.
Might be time to brush up on the Constitution.
Mr. President, American cities are 𝒏𝒐𝒕 a training ground for our military. They are your constituents.
We shouldn’t have to explain this to you.
We shouldn’t have to explain this to you.
September 30, 2025 at 3:04 PM
Mr. President, American cities are 𝒏𝒐𝒕 a training ground for our military. They are your constituents.
We shouldn’t have to explain this to you.
We shouldn’t have to explain this to you.
Portland is not “war ravaged.”
And the President of the United States referring to American cities in apocalyptic terms does nothing to lower the temperature. This is shameful.
And the President of the United States referring to American cities in apocalyptic terms does nothing to lower the temperature. This is shameful.
September 27, 2025 at 10:25 PM
Portland is not “war ravaged.”
And the President of the United States referring to American cities in apocalyptic terms does nothing to lower the temperature. This is shameful.
And the President of the United States referring to American cities in apocalyptic terms does nothing to lower the temperature. This is shameful.
Chicago Principles First'ers: we'll be holding a community forum in just two weeks on 10/7 at the Harold Washington Library Center!
We'll be joined by Professor Ginsburg at the University of Chicago School of Law.
RSVP here: www.eventbrite.com/e/principles...
We'll be joined by Professor Ginsburg at the University of Chicago School of Law.
RSVP here: www.eventbrite.com/e/principles...
September 23, 2025 at 5:47 PM
Chicago Principles First'ers: we'll be holding a community forum in just two weeks on 10/7 at the Harold Washington Library Center!
We'll be joined by Professor Ginsburg at the University of Chicago School of Law.
RSVP here: www.eventbrite.com/e/principles...
We'll be joined by Professor Ginsburg at the University of Chicago School of Law.
RSVP here: www.eventbrite.com/e/principles...
Today we celebrate Constitution Day, honoring the document that shapes our democracy. Its principles of liberty, checks and balances, and the rule of law should guide us as citizens and leaders every day.
September 17, 2025 at 3:17 PM
Today we celebrate Constitution Day, honoring the document that shapes our democracy. Its principles of liberty, checks and balances, and the rule of law should guide us as citizens and leaders every day.
Thank you, Senator Curtis, we agree:
"If it were up to me, I think you need to take the word radical and remove right or left. And radical coming from any direction is not good, is not healthy, and it should be called out."
"If it were up to me, I think you need to take the word radical and remove right or left. And radical coming from any direction is not good, is not healthy, and it should be called out."
September 15, 2025 at 5:53 PM
Thank you, Senator Curtis, we agree:
"If it were up to me, I think you need to take the word radical and remove right or left. And radical coming from any direction is not good, is not healthy, and it should be called out."
"If it were up to me, I think you need to take the word radical and remove right or left. And radical coming from any direction is not good, is not healthy, and it should be called out."
Last week, a few of our incredible Illinois volunteers tabled at First Fridays in Aurora.
We're coming to a city near you! Where would you like to see us next?
We're coming to a city near you! Where would you like to see us next?
September 12, 2025 at 9:07 PM
Last week, a few of our incredible Illinois volunteers tabled at First Fridays in Aurora.
We're coming to a city near you! Where would you like to see us next?
We're coming to a city near you! Where would you like to see us next?
Join us and our friends at Disability Community for Democracy Inc. for an important conversation about the 35th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act and where we go from here.
Saturday, September 27th from 12-2pm ET.
Tickets available here: www.brownpapertickets.com/EVENT/6691920
Saturday, September 27th from 12-2pm ET.
Tickets available here: www.brownpapertickets.com/EVENT/6691920
September 11, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Join us and our friends at Disability Community for Democracy Inc. for an important conversation about the 35th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act and where we go from here.
Saturday, September 27th from 12-2pm ET.
Tickets available here: www.brownpapertickets.com/EVENT/6691920
Saturday, September 27th from 12-2pm ET.
Tickets available here: www.brownpapertickets.com/EVENT/6691920
More Brisket, Less Bull.
See you at noon at the Iowa State Fair at the Alliant Energy Landing!
Free food and swag for first 100 guests!
See you at noon at the Iowa State Fair at the Alliant Energy Landing!
Free food and swag for first 100 guests!
August 17, 2025 at 4:52 PM
More Brisket, Less Bull.
See you at noon at the Iowa State Fair at the Alliant Energy Landing!
Free food and swag for first 100 guests!
See you at noon at the Iowa State Fair at the Alliant Energy Landing!
Free food and swag for first 100 guests!