An evening of patriotism and conviviality honoring the work of longtime patriot and tireless defender of America and her founding principles—a 1996 Claremont Institute Lincoln Fellow and our 2024 honoree, Mark Levin. Also featuring Mollie Hemingway, journalist, author, political commentator, and 2014 Claremont Institute Lincoln Fellow, as the Master of Ceremonies.
Speakers
Ryan P. Williams
President, Claremont Institute
Prior to becoming president in 2017, Ryan Williams held positions at the Claremont Institute as Chief Operating Officer, Director of Programs, Director of Special Projects, Assistant Director of Programs, and Research Assistant. He has taught American politics and political philosophy as an adjunct professor at California State University, San Bernardino and Cal Poly Pomona. A 2004 Publius Fellow of the Claremont Institute, Williams holds a B.A. in Political Science and Economics from Hillsdale College and an M.A. in Politics from Claremont Graduate University. A native of Southern California, he was born in Santa Monica before moving to Encinitas in north county San Diego. He is the Publisher of The American Mind. He now resides in Claremont with his wife Amelia and their children.
Mark Levin
Host, "The Levin Show" and "Life, Liberty, & Levin"
Mark Levin is best known for his well-respected, nationally syndicated talk radio show, "The Mark Levin Show," which debuted in 2002. Levin’s newest project has been the launch of LevinTV, where he brings his unique style and perspective of patriotic values to the fore. With a focus on constitutional principles, limited government, and individual liberties, Levin has earned a dedicated following of listeners and readers alike.
In addition to his radio and television career, Levin is an accomplished author, having written six New York Times best-selling books that explore his views and critiques of modern political and social issues. He is also a 1996 alumnus of the Claremont Institute's Lincoln Fellowship.
Throughout his career, Levin has been an influential figure in shaping conservative thought and discourse in the United States. His commitment to principles such as limited government, constitutional adherence, and traditional values have solidified his place as a leading voice within the conservative movement.
In addition to his radio and television career, Levin is an accomplished author, having written six New York Times best-selling books that explore his views and critiques of modern political and social issues. He is also a 1996 alumnus of the Claremont Institute's Lincoln Fellowship.
Throughout his career, Levin has been an influential figure in shaping conservative thought and discourse in the United States. His commitment to principles such as limited government, constitutional adherence, and traditional values have solidified his place as a leading voice within the conservative movement.
Mollie Hemingway
Editor-in-Chief, The Federalist
Mollie Ziegler Hemingway is the Editor-in-Chief of The Federalist. She is Senior Journalism Fellow at Hillsdale College and a Fox News contributor. Her work has appeared in the Wall Street Journal, USA Today, the "Los Angeles Times, the Guardian, the Washington Post, CNN, National Review, GetReligion, Ricochet, Christianity Today, Federal Times, Radio & Records, and many other publications. Hemingway was a 2004 recipient of a Phillips Foundation Journalism Fellowship and a 2014 Lincoln Fellow of the Claremont Institute. She is the co-author of "Justice on Trial: The Kavanaugh Confirmation and the Future of the Supreme Court," and the author of "Rigged: How the Media, Big Tech, and the Democrats Seized Our Elections."
