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Conservatism is an ideology rooted in American founding principles. It prioritizes individual choice and rights over big government, one-size-fits-all solutions and viewpoints.

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First Principles Essays

Mar 4, 2025

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How to Think About the Foundations of American Conservatism

Dec 10, 2008 28 min read

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The Lee Edwards Lecture in Conservative Leadership

May 14

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Tomorrow’s Heritage Kevin D. Roberts, PhD

Dec 3, 2021 8 min read

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Young Americans Increasingly Prefer Socialism. Here’s How To Change Their Minds Samuel Gregg, Ph.D.

Jul 13, 2021 4 min read

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Why Reagan’s Call to Conservatism Needs to Be Heard Again Today The Hon. Kay Coles James

Aug 12, 2020 3 min read

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Heritage Grows Its Presence at CPAC 2020

Mar 6, 2020 2 min read

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Heritage Research Impacts Policy on Tax Cuts and Immigration

Feb 21, 2020 3 min read

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Heritage Research Influences Lawmakers’ ‘Drain the Swamp’ Plan

Feb 13, 2020 2 min read

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Leaving a Legacy Edwin J. Feulner, PhD

Jun 28, 2019 3 min read

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Back Row America David Azerrad, Ph.D.

Jun 12, 2019 6 min read

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