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Council for National Policy (CNP)
Conservative membership and networking organization
Organization details
- Founded / originated
- 1981
- Type
- Membership-based policy organization
- Early organizer
- Tim LaHaye (historical accounts)
The Council for National Policy is a U.S. conservative membership organization established in 1981 to convene political, religious and policy leaders.
History and activities
Accounts of its formation identify Tim LaHaye and other conservative Christian and political activists among its early organizers. The organization developed meetings and private discussions among invited members.
Organization and documented relationships
Conference participation or co-membership alone does not establish that attendees directed each other’s organizations or cooperated in specific campaigns. Its early incorporation papers, officers and dated meeting records must be separated from later public claims about membership.
References
Research compiled through November 12, 2026. Sources and historical roles are dated where known.