About
Debate. Discuss. Decide.
Our Mission
The Federalist Society is a collection of libertarians and conservatives who are interested in the current state of the legal system as well as the philosophies and ideologies that shape it. Members of the Federalist Society highly value both the freedoms guaranteed by, and the structure of, the Constitution. The Society's core principles are (1) that the state exists to preserve freedom, (2) that the separation of governmental powers is central to our Constitution, and (3) that it is emphatically the province and duty of the judiciary to say what the law is, not what it should be. The Society seeks both to promote an awareness of these principles and to further their application in the legal system.
The Federalist Society has created a conservative and libertarian intellectual network that extends to all levels of the legal community. We host events that get attendees to debate, discuss, and decide on issues concerning the legal system and the ideologies that influence it. For more information on the Federalist Society and its background, go to www.fed-soc.org.
Our Background
Founded in 1982, the Federalist Society for Law and Public Policy Studies is a group of conservatives and libertarians dedicated to reforming the current legal order. We are committed to the principles that the state exists to preserve freedom, that the separation of governmental powers is central to our Constitution, and that it is emphatically the province and duty of the judiciary to say what the law is, not what it should be. The Society seeks to promote awareness of these principles and to further their application through its activities.
In its mission and purpose, the Federalist Society is unique. By providing a forum for legal experts of opposing views to interact with members of the legal profession, the judiciary, law students, academics, and the architects of public policy, the Society has redefined the terms of legal debate. We have fostered a greater appreciation for the role of separation of powers; federalism; limited, constitutional government; and the rule of law in protecting individual freedom and traditional values. Overall, the Society's efforts are improving our present and future leaders' understanding of the principles underlying American law.