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“We hold these truths to be self-evident …” You probably know the rest of this sentence by heart. Generations of Americans have read, repeated, and reflected on those words since the founders penned them in the summer of 1776. Few documents have changed the course of history as much as the Declaration of Independence. But […]

Before July Fourth became an American holiday, it was a revolutionary political statement, codified in the Declaration of Independence. This founding document gave voice to a bold idea: that our rights do not come from kings, politicians, or government, and that every person has dignity and value. Nearly 250 years later, those ideas still shape […]

Your daily life is easier and more efficient because of innovation. From smartphones and online banking to lifesaving medicines and next-day delivery, innovation helps solve problems and improve the products and services we rely on every day. Innovation is important because it reduces costs, improves services, and leads to more abundant choices. But innovation isn’t […]

COLUMBIA, SC – Today, the South Carolina House and Senate voted to pass H. 3021, the Small Business Regulatory Freedom Act. It now heads to Governor Henry McMaster’s desk for final approval. Americans for Prosperity-South Carolina (AFP-SC) has been urging for the passage of H. 3021 since before the bill first passed the House in March 2025. Passing […]

Lansing, MI – As reported in Gongwer, Americans for Prosperity-Michigan (AFP-MI) today announced its endorsement of Congressman John James for Governor of Michigan. As Michigan families continue to face rising costs and economic uncertainty, AFP-MI is backing James, who has consistently championed policies that expand energy production, rein in government spending, and strengthen Michigan’s economy. AFP-MI State […]

Congress should also have to remain in Washington until the budget is finished, according to survey. WASHINGTON, D.C. —A new YouGov poll, commissioned by Americans for Prosperity, finds that an overwhelming majority of Americans across party lines (80%) believe the Prevent Government Shutdowns Act should be put up a for a vote. Sixty-six percent of registered voters also said they were […]

COLUMBIA, SC – Americans for Prosperity-South Carolina (AFP-SC) congratulates endorsed state house candidate Hunter Hackett for his primary runoff victory tonight. AFP-SC deployed its grassroots capabilities to encourage voters to turn out in support of Hackett, connecting with more than 13,000 voters through door knocking and calls. Moreover, with tonight’s victory, every candidate that AFP-SC […]

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Lauren Stewart, Senior Federal Affairs Manager at Americans for Prosperity, will join Rep. Eric Burlison (R-MO), the Great American Health Alliance, and other health care advocates on Wednesday for a press conference highlighting patient-centered reforms that expand choice, improve affordability, and give Americans greater control over their health care decisions. As Congress […]

CHEYENNE, WY – Americans for Prosperity-Wyoming (AFP-WY) today announced nine new endorsements of candidates for the state legislature – including seven non-incumbents – ahead of the Wyoming primary election on August 18. Tyler Lindholm, AFP-WY state director, gave the following statement: “Wyoming can’t afford more of the status quo in Cheyenne. That’s why AFP-WY is supporting a record number […]