Claremont Institute

How Hillsdale Got Mixed Up in the 2020 Election Plot

The conservative college has become quietly involved in many political fights — including Trump’s attempt to overturn his defeat.

Get to Know the Influential Conservative Intellectuals Who Help Explain G.O.P. Extremism

A coalition of catastrophists is trying to make the next generation of Republicans believe that the country is on the verge of collapse.

Get to Know the Influential Conservative Intellectuals Who Help Explain G.O.P. Extremism

A coalition of catastrophists is trying to make the next generation of Republicans believe that the country is on the verge of collapse.

How Ron DeSantis Joined the ‘Ruling Class’ — and Turned Against It

Over the years, Mr. DeSantis embraced and exploited his Ivy League credentials. Now he is reframing his experiences at Yale and Harvard to wage a vengeful political war.

The Education of Ron DeSantis: 5 Takeaways

Mr. DeSantis, the Republican governor and presidential candidate, leaned heavily on his Ivy League schooling before using it as fodder in the culture wars. Here are key findings from a Times examination.