Two hundred fifty years ago today, fifty-six delegates in Philadelphia pledged their lives, fortunes, and sacred honor to the proposition that liberty is the birthright of every person. The prosperity that followed — in this country and wherever its example took root — was not an accident. It flowed from the ideas declared that day: self-government, the rule of law, and the freedom of individuals to work, trade, build, and flourish. Those ideas are an inheritance, and every generation must decide whether to steward it. This club is our small contribution to that stewardship.
Our Inaugural Event on September 9 features John Hood — one of North Carolina's most prolific and thoughtful commentators on public policy and economic life. John brings a depth of knowledge about both the theory and practice of limited government that makes him an ideal first speaker.
We believe Raleigh is ready for this kind of club. The Triangle is home to world-class universities, innovative companies, a growing professional class, and a tradition of civic engagement. What has been missing is a dedicated forum — independent of any institution, open to the public, and unafraid of serious ideas.
The Raleigh Economics Club intends to fill that gap. We hope you'll join us.