John Randolph Club

The John Randoph Club (JRC) is a paleoconservative social and political organization founded in the 1980s and operated by the Rockford Institute with chapters throughout the United States. It is named after John Randolph of Roanoke (1773-1833), a 19th century U.S. Congressman from Virginia.

History and activities

The JRC held its inaugural meeting in January, 1992. Its founding president was Murray Rothbard, who gave a notable address calling on members to "repeal the twentieth century." One of its current leaders is Justin Raimondo, of Antiwar.com.

Related Topics:
January - 1992 - Murray Rothbard - Twentieth century - Justin Raimondo - Antiwar.com

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The JRC has described their own meetings as follows:

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"The "Beer-Hall conservatives" of the John Randolph Club meet annually in various cities throughout the republic for a weekend of—in the tradition of the club's namesake, John Randolph of Roanoke—oratory, sprited debate, and conviviality."

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