We hold these Truths to be self-evident: that all Poker hands are created equal that they endow their holder with certain unalienable Rights; that among these are Life, Liberty and Ability to Raise the Bet until such time that the Bluff is called.

Membership in the Poker Research Institute

Founders — those thought to be present at the events which led to the formation of the PRI:
     Faren Levell
     Thom Liffick
     Rick Paul
     Dave Schutte
     Eric Strehl
     John Tucker
     John Ziccardi

Charter members — those whose long appearance at the PRI has made them seem like founders:
     Jeff Omohundro
     Steve Pitt
     Jim Schroeder
     Brian Smith
     Dave Unfried
     Wendell Kell

Affiliates — those who have appeared at PRI gatherings and paid nightly dues, or are members of auxiliary PRI chapters:
     Mark Decaroli
     Joe Fischer
     Dan Lindahl
     Gary Young

Mystics — those who are associated with the PRI through poker myth, legend, or delusion; furthermore, they may not be aware of this association:
     Bergman
     Elvis
     Jim & Jim

Requirements for enrollment — presence at a chapter meeting of the PRI members, and tender of nightly dues.