Madison Center for American Conservatism --- Short description The Madison Center for American Conservatism exists to form Americans capable of self-governance. We help citizens develop the understanding, practical abilities, and relationships needed for thoughtful, articulate, and responsible leadership in public life. --- Full description The Madison Center for American Conservatism exists to form Americans capable of self-governance. We help citizens develop the understanding, practical abilities, and relationships needed for thoughtful, articulate, and responsible leadership in public life. The Center serves people motivated to contribute to public life and ready to develop their abilities. Some need deeper knowledge; others need practice expressing what they know. All can benefit from serious peers, constructive criticism, and opportunities to undertake meaningful work together. Bring together people who take civic responsibility and one another’s development seriously. Build relationships that can sustain learning and shared work.