FOUNDER AND CEO

Michael Sugimoto is the Founder of The Young Right, a Gen Z–focused media, journalism, and editorial platform built to unite young conservatives, reclaim culture and tell the stories the mainstream refuses to cover.

He graduated from Pepperdine University in May 2025, where he served as Student Body President, co-founded the Turning Point USA chapter on campus, and became a vocal defender of free speech and conservative values.

In Fall 2025, Michael served as a White House intern, where he gained firsthand experience working under President Donald J. Trump’s 47th administration—witnessing America First leadership in action.

Michael is a strong Christian, and faith is at the center of everything he builds and leads. He believes that truth is objective, freedom is God-given, and that America is strongest when it remembers its moral foundation. Michael continues working to shape the future of a generation that is confident in what it believes, unashamed of its values, and proud of its country, carrying forward the mission to Make Conservatism Cool Again.

CONTRIBUTOR AND COMMENTATOR

Nate Pettyjohn is a recent high school graduate who served as the TPUSA Founding Chapter President, which sparked his love for conservative politics and promoting the fundamental values that our great nation was built on. He believes an outspoken generation is all it takes to save America and reject the woke ideologies that are infiltrating the school systems. 

Nate is driven by his faith and recognizes success in everything that glorifies our faithful creator, God Almighty. He sees the potential in the younger generation to do two things: bring others to Christ and make conservatism cool again. To Nate, The Young Right is more than just a social media platform, it is a lifestyle and a movement dedicated to uniting young Americans to create lasting change.

Favorite Bible Verse: Luke 19:10, "For the Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost…" 

Most Influential Book: Mere Christianity by C.S. Lewis

CONTRIBUTOR, HEALTH AND WELLNESS WRITER

Hope Holden was born and raised in the heart of the Midwest—Kansas. She graduated from Newman University with a degree in Communications and later went on to earn her Master’s in Education. While attending Newman, Hope wrote for the school newspaper and often focused on the sports section. 

During college, Hope’s faith became deeply personal as she saw how differently people lived and what they believed. Raised to love the Lord and rooted in Scripture, she decided her faith was not just something to know, but something to live out daily.

These experiences opened her eyes to the growing cultural divide and how it often contradicted Biblical principles, sparking her passion for politics. Hope believes conservative values are not only good but necessary for a strong nation.

Hope’s desire is for all people, especially Gen Z, to be educated and informed about the policies shaping our country. Today, she has become especially passionate about promoting health and wellness. Hope strives to inform, inspire, and help Americans fuel their minds, bodies, and souls with truth and purpose.

Favorite Bible Verse: 2 Corinthians 12:9-10, “But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me. 10 That is why, for Christ’s sake, I delight in weaknesses, in insults, in hardships, in persecutions, in difficulties. For when I am weak, then I am strong.”

Most Influential Book: Gentle and Lowly by Dane C. Ortlund or Right Wing Revolution by Charlie Kirk

CONTRIBUTOR, ECONOMY AND POLICY WRITER

Henry Stallcup is a student at Pepperdine University pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Economics and International Studies.

His obsession with American political life began at age seven, when he checked out a DVD series on the Presidents from his hometown library. Since then, he's become an ardent American cultural chauvinist committed to building the New Right. The days of the pearl-clutching, ever-on-defense conservative have come to an end. The Right must now champion a true, optimistic American story: venerating past heroes, fighting for control of the present, and promising a future economy that fosters our Faustian spirit.

In his personal life, Henry spends time kickboxing, writing, and maniacally analyzing college football games with the same rigor he brings to policy. He's a proud native of Birmingham, Alabama, where he returns often to see family and cheer on the Crimson Tide.

Favorite Bible Verse: Ecclesiastes 9:10, “Whatever your hand finds to do, do it with all your might, for in the realm of the dead, where you are going, there is neither working nor planning nor knowledge nor wisdom.”

Most Influential Book: Man and His Symbols by Carl Jung

CONTRIBUTOR, CURRENT NEWS EDITOR

Catie Whitling is currently living her childhood dream as a professional diaper changer and dinner maker for her little family after retiring from her two year teaching career. Prior to this promotion, Catie used her thirteen years of classical Christian education to stay sane while earning a degree in Biology from UCLA. While there, she learned her greatest lessons by tabling with the pro-life club on campus. Catie is passionate about seeking all of Christ for all of life, and bringing as many as she can along on that journey.

Favorite Bible Verse: Philippians 1:21, “For me to live is Christ and to die is gain.”

Most Influential Book: Stepping Heavenward by Elizabeth Prentiss

SPECIAL PROGRAMS AND OUTREACH COORDINATOR

Elly Broers is a freshman at South Dakota State University, double majoring in Economics and Political Science. Originally from Pierre, South Dakota, she has experience working in political and government environments, where she has developed a passion for public service and patriotism. Elly strives to serve and honor God through her work. She is excited to contribute her energy into The Young Right, in the fight to keep Gen Z conservative. In her free time, Elly enjoys spending time with family and friends, fitness, and exploring all that South Dakota has to offer.

Favorite Bible Verse: Romans 12:2, “Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.”

Most Influential Book Atomic Habits by James Clear

CONTRIBUTOR, STUDENT WRITER

Noah Coffin is a senior in high school and the founder and president of one of the largest Turning Point USA chapters in the nation, currently ranked second nationwide. After recognizing a harmful stigma surrounding civil political discourse at his school, Noah transformed a passionate idea into a thriving platform, attracting hundreds of students to meetings and raising over $20,000 in less than a year.

Beyond Turning Point USA, Noah serves as the founder and president for his local chapter of HomeWork 4 Heroes, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting veterans, first responders, and teachers in need. He is also a leader within Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA), an organization he values deeply for the opportunity it provides to openly live out and strengthen his faith in a public school environment. Additionally, Noah was the founder and co-owner of Gospel Wears, a Christian apparel brand, until 2024.

In his free time, Noah enjoys baseball, golf, fishing, and reading. After high school, he plans to attend Liberty University, where he intends to major in Politics and Policy.

Favorite Bible Verse: 1 Timothy 4:12, “Don’t let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith and in purity.”

Most Influential Book: Hillbilly Elegy by J.D. Vance

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT

Ryan Welty is an incoming freshman at Benedictine College, where he will major in Political Science with the goal of advancing public policies that strengthen the family as the foundation of civil society. Hailing from Illinois, Ryan has worked with both local and national leaders to advocate for pro-life policies.

His passion for public policy is driven by a deep commitment to his Catholic faith and a desire to foster a culture of life. Outside of academics, Ryan enjoys running, playing pickleball, and traveling. Ultimately, he aspires to a career in public service, where he can work to build a more just and compassionate society.

Favorite Bible Verse: Isaiah 1:17, “Learn to do right; seek justice. Defend the oppressed. Take up the cause of the fatherless; plead the case of the widow.”

Most Influential Book: Pope and A President by Paul Kengor

CONTRIBUTOR AND COMMENTATOR

Sam Lowery is a 17 year old High school student from Birmingham, Alabama. He has been passionate about politics since he was 13, and started his account “lowery.logic” in response to the death of Charlie Kirk. As a devout Christian, Sam believes that Christ should be the forefront of our lives, as well as the political decisions we make. He is incredibly excited to be a part of The Young Right, and is eager to help Make Conservative Cool Again!

Favorite Bible Verse: John 13:7, “You do not realize now what I am doing, but later you will understand.”

Most Influential Book: Leadership in Turbulent Times by Doris Kearns Goodwin

PRODUCTION AND CREATIVE MEDIA

Jeremiah grew up in Southern California and is currently attending Liberty University, where he is pursuing his passion for design. Guided by a Christ-first worldview, he strives to reflect excellence and intentionality in every project he takes on. Jeremiah is inspired by the perfection of God’s design and is driven to create work that combines beauty, function, and purpose.

Favorite Bible Verse: Ecclesiastes 3:11,  “He has made everything beautiful in its time. He has also set eternity in the human heart; yet no one can fathom what God has done from beginning to end.”

Most Influential Book: The Hagakure by Yamamoto Tsunetomo

CONTRIBUTOR AND SOCIAL MEDIA

Sean is a student and political advocate from the northern Chicago suburbs committed to advancing conservative values and defending the constitutional principles that underpin the American Republic. He has been actively involved in grassroots organizing, political communications, and campaign support, with experience mobilizing young voters and strengthening conservative messaging at the local and national level.

Grounded in his faith and guided by a firm belief in personal responsibility, limited government, and individual liberty, Sean is driven by the conviction that these values must be actively defended in both culture and politics. He is especially passionate about engaging Gen Z in public life and challenging political apathy among young Americans. Sean believes meaningful and lasting change begins at the local level and expands when young leaders are willing to speak clearly, act decisively, and lead with principle.

Sean holds that the cultural and political future of the country depends on a generation that is informed, engaged, and unafraid to stand against ideological conformity. He values respectful but honest dialogue and believes civic participation is essential to preserving a healthy and accountable democratic system.

Sean’s “why” is rooted in service, integrity, and the responsibility of the next generation to preserve freedom, strengthen civic institutions, and restore trust in American leadership. Through his work, he is focused on helping build a confident, disciplined, and principled conservative movement led by young Americans prepared to lead with clarity, courage, and conviction.

Favorite Bible Verse: Romans 8:18, “I consider that our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed in us.”

Most Influential Book: Atomic Habits by James Clear