The Federalist Society’s 2026 National Lawyers Convention, which begins today, is dedicated to the theme of 250 Years of American Exceptionalism. Given how devastating the midterm Senate elections are for judicial confirmations for years to come, the mood at this year’s convention will surely be less jovial than usual. But the Federalist Society has seen ominous days before, and it remains as committed as ever to its mission “to promote and defend the enduring values that animated the Founders.”
Because misconceptions about the role of the Federalist Society persist, I republish below my post from two years ago.
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