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Mari, a mother from San Antonio, knows firsthand the struggles caused by a one-size-fits-all educational system. When her daughter was in first grade, Mari noticed something alarming: her daughter couldn’t read — something her teachers never told her. Mari made a difficult decision to switch her daughter out of her local school to ensure she […]
Lansing, Michigan—Americans for Prosperity-Michigan (AFP-MI), the largest grassroots organization in the Great Lake State, issued a stinging rebuke of the Growing Michigan Together Council’s report on how to grow Michigan’s population. Governor Gretchen Whitmer convened the council earlier this year to address Michigan’s anemic population growth as Michiganders flee the state. Among the Council’s recommendations […]
Oklahoma City, OK – Americans for Prosperity Oklahoma released the following statement following the final passage and procedural motions which sends HB 1934, Oklahoma Parental Choice Tax Credit Act to Governor Kevin Stitt. AFP State Director John Tidwell commented: “Simply put, kids win. This truly historic education tax credit will change the lives of generations of Oklahoma […]
DENVER, CO — Americans for Prosperity Colorado (AFP-CO) today launched its 2023 New Year’s Resolutions, an awareness campaign highlighting the organization’s priorities for the New Year. The campaign, targeted at Governor Polis and legislators, urges lawmakers to “make a resolution” to support returning TABOR refunds, stopping the gas tax increase set to go into effect, and increasing […]
Tulsa, Oklahoma – Americans for Prosperity-Oklahoma (AFP-OK) State Director John Tidwell today issued the following statement on Ryan Walters’ win in Tuesday’s Republican runoff election for Superintendent of for Public Education. “Ryan Walters’ victory is a victory for Oklahoma parents and guardians seeking a better education for their children. Oklahoma needs education leaders who will […]
Non-profit Group Hosts Free Education Freedom Fair for New Hampshire Students Concord, New Hampshire—Americans for Prosperity Foundation (AFPF) today released details for its inaugural New Hampshire Education Freedom Fair. The fair will feature a diverse array of education providers from across the state to showcase different educational options available to Granite State Students. Representatives from […]
SALT LAKE, CITY—Americans for Prosperity-Utah (AFP-UT) today congratulated State Rep. Kera Birkeland on winning her primary election. Since their endorsement, Americans for Prosperity-Utah made thousands of calls in support of Rep. Birkeland’s reelection, talking with hundreds of constituents about why she is the right choice for Utah’s 4th House District. Following Utah primary election results, […]
Phoenix, Arizona—Early this morning the Arizona legislature voted to expand the Copper State’s education savings account program by making nearly all Arizonan students eligible to participate. This is a hallmark reform for Arizonans and their families. Americans for Prosperity-Arizona (AFP-AZ) praised the vote and encouraged Gov. Ducey to sign the bill. AFP-AZ State Director Stephen […]
House vote highlights disconnect between democratic legislators, constituents LANSING, Mich. — The Michigan House of Representatives today voted against a bill that would have provided up to $1500 worth of tutoring and other academic assistance to students who fell behind during the pandemic. The vote fell along party lines, with the majority of Republicans voting in […]
