Commentary
Updated April 20, 2023 Facing new constraints and lifestyle demands in the 21st century that were exacerbated at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, American workers have increasingly supported flexibility to work remotely, set their own work hours, and pursue self-employment. This freedom has also made it possible for many Americans to continue providing for their […]
“The excuse that time is running out is unacceptable! The House has been sitting on this bill for months – and took 3 weeks off in the middle of session.” COLUMBIA, SC — Americans for Prosperity – South Carolina (AFP-SC) blasted the House Ways & Means Committee for failing to move forward to repeal the […]
COLUMBIA, SC — Americans for Prosperity – South Carolina (AFP-SC) decried the House for ruling the Compassionate Care Act out of order. This procedural ruling blocks the House from debating the substance of the bill and having a vote on the bill itself. This legislation would allow cannabis to be prescribed by licensed physicians, acquired […]
Gadzooks! It’s planting season! Fertilizer prices are too high! There’s an election coming up! Somebody do something! There’s no doubt about it — fertilizer prices are at or near their highest points in history. Eighty lawmakers, led by Reps. Cindy Axne (D-Iowa), Tracey Mann (R-Kansas), and Sen. Jerry Moran (R-Kansas), have made the perfectly reasonable […]
A new poll has found what Americans blame for rising gas prices and record inflation that are driving the increasingly high cost of living this year. The culprit? Government spending. 73 percent of respondents said that the massive increase in government spending over the past two years has been a “major cause” of higher prices. […]
Mallerie Stromswold was elected to represent Montana House District 50 in 2020. She quickly got to work on legislation to reform the state’s criminal justice system and oppose government overreach into the technology sector. Just 20 years old, Stromswold calls herself an “open-minded Republican who stresses small government and understands the importance of community.” Her […]
John Fuller has served the 8th District in the Montana House of Representatives for two terms. AFP-MT recently endorsed Fuller in his bid to win a State Senate seat. Fuller is committed to bringing more choice and competition to education, energy, and health care. He has pledged to reduce small business regulation and taxation, which […]
Caleb Hinkle is in his first term in the Montana statehouse. He represents the 68th District and is a member of the Taxation and Human Services committees. He also works for Kenyon Noble, a locally owned, family-operated hardware and lumber store. As one of the youngest members of the House of Representatives, Hinkle has supported […]
Barry Usher is in his third term representing the Montana House of Representatives’ 40th District. He is chair of the House Judiciary Committee, a member of the Rules and Transportation committees, and majority whip. He also serves on the National Council of State Legislatures (NCSL) Board of Governors. In his five years in the statehouse, […]
