Crenshaw’s Houston Youth Summit Draws Nearly 2,000

Crenshaw’s Houston Youth Summit Draws Nearly 2,000

On Sunday, September 15th, Congressman Dan Crenshaw hosted his first annual Houston Youth Summit to engage Houston-area students in conversations about mental toughness, public service, civic duty and more. 1,900 high school and college students signed up to attend. The interactive event had five panels with questions from the audience throughout the program. Panelists included: former Navy SEAL Marcus Luttrell and Medal of Honor recipient Dakota Meyer; “Dear America” host Graham Allen, his wife Ellisa Allen and the show’s producer Jake Stone; “Relatable” host Allie Stuckey; former Houston Astro Roger Clemens; and former U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Nikki Haley.

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“It’s not every day that a group this large of driven, young adults gives up a Sunday afternoon to hear from military, government and political leaders,” said Congressman Dan Crenshaw.  “It’s clear there is a desire to have these conversations in our community and that is a great sign. My hope is that everyone who attended left with something they could apply to their life. I’m so grateful for our special guests and a big thank you to everyone who attended. This was an awesome experience and the best part is we’re just getting started.”

“I have great faith in the next generation of conservatives and all of us have a responsibility to ensure their success,” said Ambassador Nikki Haley. “These young people are ready to use the power of their voice. When they are educated with good facts, they will make the right decisions. Unfortunately, many of them face intimidating environments on their campuses. That’s why showing them our support, through events like the Houston Youth Summit, is one of the most important things we can do. I hope others will join us in empowering them.”

“In order to make sure that history doesn’t repeat past mistakes, the next generation must have an understanding of it and a commitment to make sure it doesn’t happen again,” said Marcus Luttrell. “History is most often told by people who didn’t live it… this panel was made up of those of us that lived it and it’s our obligation to talk to the people coming up.”

“We were amazed at the insightful questions from these young Americans,” said Graham Allen and Jake Stone. “It’s events like this that give us hope in the next generation of conservatives.”

“Too often conservatives consider youth a lost cause,” said Allie Stuckey. “This couldn’t be further from the truth! We have an unprecedented opportunity and responsibility to show young people the logic and compassion of conservatism in a way that makes sense. This is not only possible— it’s crucial to our future.”

“The future of the Republican Party came together in a big way this weekend and it happened right here in Harris County,” said Paul Simpson, Chairman of the Harris County Republican Party. “More than 1,900 students came out from across Southeast Texas and beyond to attend Congressman Crenshaw’s Houston Youth Summit, demonstrating that conservatism is a growing political force among Generation Z. Whether it’s through events like this, social media, video, or other creative channels, Dan knows how to effectively engage with young Americans, and we’re thrilled to have him as a leader in the Republican Party.”

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CRENSHAW HOSTS HOUSTON YOUTH SUMMIT

CRENSHAW HOSTS HOUSTON YOUTH SUMMIT

On Sunday, September 15, Congressman Dan Crenshaw will host his first annual Houston Youth Summit. The event, for high school and college students in the Houston area, will feature a variety of guests and cover mental toughness, civic duties, public service and more. Guests include former U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Nikki Haley, former Navy SEAL Marcus Luttrell, host of “Dear America” Graham Allen, Medal of Honor recipient Dakota Meyer, former Houston Astro Roger Clemens, and host of “Relatable” Allie Stuckey. Interested media must RSVP to Pr***@*****************ss.com by Friday at 7pm CT to attend.

EVENT DETAILS: WHO: WHAT: WHEN: WHERE: WHO:
Congressman Dan Crenshaw and special guests WHAT:
Houston Youth Summit WHEN:
Sunday, September 15, 2019
1:00 – 4:00 PM CT WHERE:
Hyatt Regency Houston
Imperial Ballroom
1200 Louisiana Street, Houston, TX 77002 Congressman Dan Crenshaw and special guests Houston Youth Summit Sunday, September 15, 2019  •  1:00 – 4:00 PM CT Hyatt Regency Houston
Imperial Ballroom
1200 Louisiana Street, Houston, TX 77002

Crenshaw Youth Summit Returns! Oct 8 – 9, 2022 in Downtown Houston.

Crenshaw Youth Summit Returns! Oct 8 – 9, 2022 in Downtown Houston.

 

 

Get free student tickets (ages 14 – 26) for the Crenshaw Youth Summit! 

The Crenshaw Youth Summit is back for its third annual conference of more than 2,000 young conservatives from across the country. Hear from an all-star lineup of speakers October 8 – 9 in Downtown Houston. If you’re a teenager or young adult who is fired up for conservatism and protecting America’s future, you’re going to want to make sure you do not miss out on this.

This event brings together leaders in conservative media, politics, business, and culture from all over the country. The speakers impart lessons in life, policy, political philosophy, and America’s founding values to the young audience in a way that’s high-energy and very entertaining while remaining substantive for young conservatives.

ABOUT THE LINEUP

Legendary thought leader Jordan Peterson is zooming in for a live virtual Q&A with the audience!


Seth Dillon is the CEO of The Babylon Bee. Taking on the tone of a traditional news media publication, The Bee hilariously satirizes real-world events and public figures. Seth joins us to talk about building the wildly successful conservative news satire site in an era of censorship and cancel culture.

‍Dennis Prager is one of the most respected and influential thinkers, writers, and speakers in America. He is the founder of Prager University (PragerU) – the most viewed conservative video site in the world. He joins us to talk about preserving America, the West, and the Judeo-Christian value system.


‍JP Sears is a comedian, author, speaker, world traveler, and curious student of life. He is known for his satirical YouTube videos which receive millions of views. This is his second time performing at Crenshaw Youth Summit.

Jordan Belfort’s legendary early career was depicted by Leonardo DiCaprio in The Wolf of Wall Street. His redemption story is equally fascinating. Today, Jordan is a speaker, writer, entrepreneurship expert, and sales master who has trained millions of people across the globe. He’s bringing that knowledge to the Crenshaw Youth Summit to teach you how to be a young entrepreneur and reach your fullest potential in business and life.

‍Dave Rubin is an author, comedian, and TV personality best known for his political commentary. He is the host of The Rubin Report, a top-ranking talk show recognized as one of the most influential spaces for candid conversations about complex issues and current events. Dave returns for the second time to the Crenshaw Youth Summit to teach you how to think for yourself in an age when tribal outrage is the only available alternative.

‍Nashville country music star Randy Houser is performing a LIVE CONCERT. Randy has multiple chart-topping hits including “How Country Feels”, “Like A Cowboy”, and “Running Out of Moonlight.”


‍Yeonmi Park escaped from the punishing society of North Korea. Today she is a human rights activist, TED Speaker, and a leading voice of oppressed people around the world. At the age of 13, she and her family made a daring escape to China in search of a life free of tyranny. She joins us to recount this incredible story, how we fight tyranny, and the fundamental concepts of freedoms that westerners take for granted.

‍Mike Solana is a venture capitalist at Peter Thiel’s Founders Fund and writer/editor at Pirate Wires, one of the best substacks you can find with commentary on technology, politics, and culture. He’s joining us to impart lessons on how to think like a Silicon Valley billionaire and build the future you imagine.

‍Tori Hope Peterson is a writer, adoption and foster care reform advocate, and 2021 Mrs. Universe. She joins us to share her powerful story of growing up in the foster care system and what it teaches us about faith and family.

‍Steve Wynn is the legendary entrepreneur and real estate developer who revitalized Las Vegas into the modern, world-wide tourist destination we know it as today. He’s coming to teach you how to create competitive advantages in business and dominate the marketplace.

‍Dr. Bjørn Lomborg researches the smartest ways to do good. He is coming to show us how to find and promote the most effective solutions to the world’s greatest challenges, from disease and hunger to climate and education.

‍Rich Lowry is the Editor of National Review, the legendary conservative editorial magazine founded by William F. Buckley. Rich joins us to make the case for conservatism and reinvigorating the American National Identity.

 

 

Food Drive to Benefit Furloughed Federal Workers and Their Families

Newly elected (R) Congressman Dan Crenshaw entered his position in congress just a few days before President Donald Trump decided to shutdown the government.

Crenshaw stated that he was going to refuse his salary until federal workers received their paychecks.

In an additional effort to help those particular citizens and their families during this time, Crenshaw paired up with The Humble Area Assistance Ministries along with Second Baptist Church and decided it would be beneficial to have a food drive.

Staff says they were fortunate enough to collect about $6,000 in gift cards before the event and are still taking donations.

My Washington Post op-ed on SNL, and some basic rules for debating ideas

My Washington Post op-ed on SNL, and some basic rules for debating ideas

By Dan Crenshaw 
November 13, 2018 at 5:48 p.m. CST

Dan Crenshaw, a former Navy SEAL, is a Republican representative-elect from Texas.

The past couple of weeks have been unusual for me, to say the least. After a year of hard campaigning for Congress in Texas and gradually entering the public sphere, I was hit by a sudden, blinding spotlight. But I have no complaints — it wasn’t as bad as some other challenges I’ve faced, like a sudden, blinding IED explosion. (See what I did there? “Saturday Night Live” has created a comedic monster.)

On the Nov. 3 show, SNL’s Pete Davidson mocked my appearance — “he lost his eye in war . . . or whatever,” Davidson said, referring to the eye patch I wear. His line about my looking like a “hit man in a porno movie” was significantly less infuriating, albeit a little strange. I woke up on the Sunday morning after the show to hundreds of texts about what Davidson had said. A lot of America wasn’t happy. People thought some lines still shouldn’t be crossed. read more – SNL mocked my appearance. Here’s why I didn’t demand an apology.

Thank You

Thank You

Texans are hard working, love their neighbors, love their country, and believe in the American ideal; the greatest set of ideas for a free people that the world has ever known.

As a team that was the message we spread for the last year, it became the dream that we shared and what we all voted on. You all became a part of that dream and it caught fire. People were reminded of the great things that make up the American spirit.

Thank you all for being part of that dream, thank you for your dedication and thank you for your trust. See you in Washington!

Response to the Houston Chronicle Editorial Board

 

To the Houston Chronicle Editorial Board,

I am writing you today to discuss your endorsement for CD-2. First, I absolutely respect your decision and harbor no hard feelings. While I am disappointed that you did not endorse my candidacy for the U.S. House, I am not surprised.

I am very surprised, however, that you chose to publicly mischaracterize my stance on family separation at the border. Given the detail with which I have addressed this particular issue, both on social media and in the interview with your board, it was shocking to read your claims that I “vehemently defended” the President’s policy of family separation.

I have always approached this particular issue with a great deal of nuance, I would hope your reporting would do the same. I always begin by stating that I do not support separating families. Most Republicans don’t. And then I explain, in detail, why this is happening and what we need to do to stop it. I called for the need to pass legislation that would override the Flores Settlement of 1997, and therefore enforce our laws while also keeping families together. This is exactly how I explained it while meeting with your editorial board. It is also how I have explained it on Facebook Live videos, which you are free to research.

The board also likes to point out that my opponent “speaks the language of Houston.” While you don’t define what that means, I am sure you would agree that the language of Houston should begin with honesty. Recently, my opponent – endorsed by your board – began running ads that knowingly lie about my position on social security and protection for pre-existing conditions. I support saving both, which is very clear from the statements I’ve made in the past (check website and social media). I hope that the Houston Chronicle stands up for a “language of Houston” that is characterized by truth and integrity, not partisanship.

I hope to continue to have a good relationship with the Houston Chronicle, but I admit this is off to a rocky start. In the primary, your board derisively referred to me as a “show horse”, and now you are deliberately mischaracterizing my positions in order to make a better argument for your preferred candidate. I think it would be best for the people of Houston if the city’s most prominent newspaper reported honestly about politicians on both sides of the aisle. I hope you will consider correcting this editorial, and attempt to cover my campaign with the same degree of nuance that I give to the issues.

 

Sincerely,

 

 

 

Dan Crenshaw

Candidate for U.S. House, CD-2