# Inside CPAC: How Conservatives Are Building a Global Movement | Mercedes Schlapp

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Podcast: [The Liz Truss Show](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-liz-truss-show-7617256)
Published: 2026-04-27T17:00:00+00:00
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What is CPAC — and how did it become one of the most powerful forces in global conservative politics? On this episode of The Liz Truss Show, Liz is joined by Mercedes Schlapp — host of CPAC News and former White House Director of Strategic Communications — to break down the rise of the conservative movement in the United States and beyond. From Ronald Reagan to Donald Trump, CPAC has played a central role in shaping modern conservatism — not just in America, but across countries like Argentina, Hungary and Poland. Liz and Mercedes discuss: How CPAC helped unite the global conservative movement The rise of grassroots political activism and the MAGA movement Why conservatives struggle with unity compared to the left The role of donors, media and institutions in shaping political power Concerns over free speech, immigration and government overreach The growing influence of bureaucracy and the “deep state” Why movements — not just political parties — are key to winning elections They also explore the ideological battle between nationalism, sovereignty and globalism — and what it means for the future of Britain, the United States and Western democracy. With CPAC expanding internationally, including CPAC GB in London, this conversation looks at how conservative ideas are being organised, exported and contested on a global stage. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

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