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The unitary theory of the executive "has become a thing that moderately intelligent people will say in polite company to try to justify their continued excuses for the absurd things that the Trump administration is doing."

@heathmayo.bsky.social joins @johnavlon.bsky.social on How To Fix It:

Excited to be a part of this! Sign up for this extremely informative session today.

From the 2025 Summit - "...this country it's strength is born out of its populism, its diversity, its equality its inclusion of everyone..." @michaelsteele.bsky.social

Get your tickets today for The 2026 Summit: America 250!

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“...the drumbeat about placing active & reserve troops on the streets of America continues to persist & that idea should chill anyone who understands who we are, what we stand for, our social & societal liberties... - Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling (Ret.)

www.principlesfirst.us/summit/the-2...

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📣 San Francisco!

We’re joining @principlesfirst.bsky.social for their Signature Series Dinner on December 4!

@greggnunziata.bsky.social will be in conversation with @renewdemocracy.bsky.social senior resident fellow @jaynordlinger.bsky.social for an evening focused on law and leadership.

Principles First Dinner in Salt Lake City, Utah - Principles First Join Principles First in Salt Lake City, Utah, for our Signature Speaker Series where we will host an engaging in-person discussion on Religious Liberty: A Shared Constitutional Guarantee. We are thri...

If you happen to be in Salt Lake City on November 19th, grab a ticket for a Principles 1st event with my friend, @hollybfletcher.bsky.social.

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Who We Choose to Be: A Reflection on the Character of Veterans A shared culture of service.

"Veterans know what military service actually is: a gathering of citizens who choose identity not by birthplace or status but by commitment." www.thebulwark.com/p/who-we-cho...

Check out my @notusperspectives.bsky.social piece:

"While MAGA-aligned elected officials attempt to galvanize their base through digital and political theater, most Americans are […] focused on keeping food on the table, a roof over their heads and their families safe."

www.notus.org/perspectives

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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Come join us in Gettysburg on 11/6 as we ask how do we keep our institutions strong, civilian leadership accountable, and armed forces apolitical?

Our speakers will be:
@sykescharlie.bsky.social @walshfreedom.bsky.social @markhertling.bsky.social @milestaylor.bsky.social @conorlambpa.bsky.social

@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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Join us on 11/6 for an evening in Gettysburg with @sykescharlie.bsky.social @markhertling.bsky.social @conorlambpa.bsky.social @walshfreedom.bsky.social @milestaylor.bsky.social as we ask: how do we keep our institutions strong, civilian leadership accountable, and armed forces apolitical?

🚨@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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If you’re marching today, register to vote while you’re at it and register others. The only way this is going to change is if pro-Constitution, pro-rule of law candidates start winning elections and the rule-of-men candidates get beat.

Register to vote: vote.gov

No cults. No conspiracies. Just principles, integrity, and a belief that “We the People” still means all of us.

Join us for the 2026 Principles First Summit – America 250 🇺🇸
#PrinciplesFirst2026 #America250 @principlesfirst.bsky.social

Board member Stuart Gerson will join a powerhouse lineup in Raleigh on Oct. 16 to discuss the state of the rule of law.

The Principles First Dinner will feature Malcolm Nance, former Justice Cheri Beasley, Justice Robert Orr, and Duke Professor Shane Stansbury.

🎟 www.eventbrite.com/e/principles...

Was very fun talking democracy clubs, the current vibes in Arkansas and the South, and more with @benjaminwittes.lawfaremedia.org and @hollybfletcher.bsky.social

📢 Speaker Update: AZ SC Justice Clint Bolick will join @principlesfirst.bsky.social, @walshfreedom.bsky.social and other leaders on Thursday., Oct. 9, at the Phoenix Country Club for a vital discussion on democracy and holding power to account.

Get your tickets ⬇️

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Please join us as @principlesfirst.bsky.social and @issueonereform.bsky.social host a moderated forum discussing executive overreach and the need for congress to reclaim its constitutional authority.

#PrinciplesFirst
#IssueOne
#ChecktheExec

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The Society for the Rule of Law Institute condemns the president’s treatment of U.S. Attorney Erik Siebert, his weaponization of the Justice Department, and those attorneys in his service who have betrayed their oaths and ethical obligations to enable this conduct.

Nicolais: Judge Michael Luttig takes on Trump in defense of freedom The conservative icon and thought leader explained the existential threat to the rule of law posed by the current administration

Great write-up by @marionicolais.bsky.social in @ColoradoSun.bsky.social about the @PrinciplesFirst.bsky.social Denver dinner! @judgeluttig.bsky.social reminding us integrity and the rule of law still matter.

Our Pathetic Senate About to rubberstamp the worst nominee ever?

It’s not easy these days to single out the worst of the worst appointments, but certainly the elevation of the thuggish Emil Bove to the federal appellate bench has to rank right up there. Other churls and chodes will come and go, but federal judges are forever.
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It is especially concerning that JAG officers are being pulled into civilian immigration courts mere months after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth purged the senior leadership of the Army and Air Force JAG Corps—not for cause, but because he didn’t want “roadblocks to anything.” It is becoming clear that “anything” includes the improper domestic use of the military.

JAG leaders warn: the risk of militarizing society and politicizing the military pose a direct threat to our democracy, as armed troops are deployed to our streets and plans are underway to divert more National Guard JAG officers to immigration enforcement. www.thebulwark.com/p/dangerous-...

YouTube video by Principles First Principles First + Protect Democracy: Standing Up for the Courts and the Rule of Law

The video from the @principlesfirst.bsky.social and @protectdemocracy.org event, Standing Up for the Courts and the Rule of Law, is now on YouTube. Watch the full discussion:

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See you soon, Colorado. Join us. 🇺🇸

Register: t.co/kJpsA6M6tO

Join @principlesfirst.bsky.social on 7/31 in Denver for a vital conversation on free speech, authoritarianism & the future of American institutions with @judgeluttig.bsky.social @JohnDalyBooks.bsky.social @EileenforCO.bsky.social
and Matt Gianneschi.

See you there!

Amazing to see @principlesfirst.bsky.social volunteer @hollybfletcher.bsky.social sharing her insights and expertise over at @thebulwark.com. PF is powered by dedicated Americans like her.