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The federal government has a severe spending problem. But without understanding the nature of the issue, we can’t adequately address it. What’s more, there are several myths circulating around this debate that further muddle the truth. So, let’s address a few of these myths to get the facts about federal spending! Myth #1: “We have […]
Grassroots group urges Senator Klobuchar to work across the aisle and help pass bipartisan criminal justice reform measure BURNSVILLE, MN – Americans for Prosperity-Minnesota (AFP-MN) today applauded Senator Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) for co-sponsoring the FIRST STEP Act, legislation that will reduce crime and recidivism and make federal sentencing laws more just. Americans for Prosperity has […]
FREEHOLD, NJ – Americans for Prosperity – New Jersey State Director Erica Jedynak was awarded the international ATHENA Young Professional Leadership Award at a luncheon hosted by the Monmouth Regional Chamber of Commerce (MRCC), for her community leadership and statewide contributions to women’s empowerment. The reception was held at The Radisson Hotel & Banquet Center […]
FRANKFORT, KY—Americans for Prosperity-Kentucky (AFP-KY) Thursday applauded the Kentucky Supreme Court’s decision to uphold the Commonwealth’s right-to-work law. AFP-KY led the charge to get right-to-work legislation through the legislature and to Governor Bevin’s desk for his signature in 2017. AFP-KY State Director Andrew McNeill issued the following statement: “Today’s ruling by the Kentucky Supreme Court […]
Phoenix, AZ – Yesterday, President Trump endorsed the bipartisan FIRST STEP Act, legislation that will reduce crime and recidivism, and make federal sentencing laws more just. Americans for Prosperity-Arizona (AFP-AZ) applauds this effort and continues its push forward on several legislative reforms to the Grand Canyon State’s criminal justice system. AFP-AZ is a tireless advocate […]
Our health care system is saddled with costly, unnecessary and stifling regulations. It’s not surprising, then, that our health care system can often be expensive, draconian and downright dysfunctional. But it doesn’t have to be this way. In fact, reforms toward health care openness would go a long way in making our country’s health care system more effective, more affordable […]
Albuquerque, N.M. – Americans for Prosperity-New Mexico (AFP-NM) on Wednesday applauded The Village of Ruidoso for passing the right-to-work ordinance to expand workers’ rights. Sandoval, Otero, Lincoln, Chaves, Eddy, Roosevelt, San Juan and Lea counties have already passed similar right-to-work ordinances. AFP-NM has championed right-to-work policies across the state and launched the “New Jobs New Mexico” campaign in 2017. This successful multilayered grassroots campaign aimed to educate citizens about […]
Atlanta, GA – Today, Americans for Prosperity- Georgia (AFP-GA) commended President Trump for endorsing H.R. 5682, the FIRST STEP Act, co-authored in the U.S. House by Rep. Doug Collins (R-GA). The FIRST STEP ACT which passed the House of Representatives earlier this year 360-59, makes critical reforms to the federal criminal justice system by focusing on rehabilitating federally incarcerated people and giving them the tools […]
ARLINGTON, Va. – Today, President Trump endorsed the bipartisan FIRST STEP Act, legislation that will reduce crime and recidivism, make federal sentencing laws more just, and help people who want a second chance. Freedom Partners and Americans for Prosperity welcomed the president’s support and urged the Senate to act swiftly to pass the bill. Freedom Partners Chairman […]
