[3] The organization's stated mission is to "promote America's first principles and inspire active involvement in the defense of liberty.

"[4] Among its stated principles are individual rights and responsibilities, limited taxation and fiscal responsibility, free market capitalism, limited government, and a strong national defense.

Speakers have included former United States Secretary of the Interior Ryan Zinke.

[6][7][8] The organization also awards an annual journalism fellowship named in honor of Tony Blankley.

[9] According to DeSmog, the organization "has regularly provided a platform for climate change deniers and fossil fuel proponents to spread their messages.