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About Us

freedom together
Freedom Together

We strive to bring together students to advocate for the ideas of limited government, individual freedom, free enterprise, traditional values and a strong national defense.

Bold Conservatism

We provide a visible presence for the Conservative Movement, energize other students, and encourage them to speak out.

Bold Conservatism
Our Rich History
Our Rich History

YAF was founded on September 11, 1960, by young conservatives who met at the home of William F. Buckley Jr. and wrote its founding document the Sharon Statement.

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