In this special episode of Light Beer Dark Money, recorded on location at the Conservative Partnership Institute in Washington, D.C., we sit down with one of the most enduring and influential figures in American conservative politics—Morton Blackwell.
As the founder of the Leadership Institute in 1979, Morton helped create the infrastructure that has trained and equipped tens of thousands of young conservatives for leadership in public policy, government, and activism. His vision for principled, prepared, and persuasive leaders has left an indelible mark on the movement.
For host Chris Clements, this conversation is personal—his first job out of college was working directly for Morton at the Leadership Institute, an experience that shaped his lifelong respect for Morton’s wisdom, strategic clarity, and deep commitment to freedom.
We reflect on Morton’s extraordinary legacy—from his early days in the Reagan White House to his mentorship of generations of activists and elected officials. His enduring influence is still felt in statehouses, campaigns, and classrooms across America. This is a powerful conversation with a master tactician whose life’s work has strengthened the foundations of a movement.
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