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News & Updates

op-ed

I Heard What the Headlines Missed: My Takeaways from the Principles First Summit

The following is an op-ed written by the 74th Governor of North Carolina, Pat McCrory. In the days…
March 9, 2026
Statement

Statement on Security Situation

On Sunday, February 23, the Principles First Summit was disrupted by a credible threat. Police responded to the situation, determined…
February 24, 2025
Media Mention

Heath Mayo in Politico

President & Founder Heath Mayo spoke to Politico‘s Megan Messerly and Adam Cancryn about the new administration…
January 20, 2025