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Buried in the political theatre during Judge Brett Kavanaugh’s Supreme Court confirmation hearings last week was a lesson we all need to hear. During opening statements, Sen. Ben Sasse used his time to elevate the conversation to discuss why Supreme Court hearings have devolved into such a circus. “We have a fundamental misunderstanding of the role of […]
Last week, the confirmation hearings for Judge Brett Kavanaugh were held, and he proved his sterling record as a fair and qualified judge. Sadly, that didn’t stop obstructionists from launching meritless attacks against this defender of the Constitution. But Judge Kavanaugh stood strong, and let his record shine. As Sen. Chuck Grassley, the chairman of […]
Richmond, VA – Americans for Prosperity-Virginia (AFP-VA) lauded amended criminal discovery rules issued by the Supreme Court of Virginia that take effect July 2019. The amended rules require prosecutors to disclose more documents to the defense before trial, including police reports and statements of co-defendants and alleged co-conspirators, that typically are not introduced until trial. The […]
SIOUX FALLS, S.D.—Americans for Prosperity-South Dakota (AFP-SD) today announced its plans to join the W is Wrong coalition to express its opposition to Amendment W that will be voted on in November’s elections. Amendment W masquerades as the development of an ethics commission, while really creating an unaccountable fourth branch of government whose unelected members […]
CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Joining grassroots leaders from across the country, Americans for Prosperity-West Virginia (AFP-WV) continues to meet with West Virginia’s Congressional delegation to discuss removing barriers to freedom and opportunity for all Americans. Meetings are focused on reining in spending and urging the confirmation of Judge Brett Kavanaugh to the Supreme Court. AFP-WV State […]
DENVER, Colo. – Americans for Prosperity-Colorado (AFP-CO) announced on Wednesday they will support Walker Stapleton’s bid for Governor, citing his excellent record as State Treasurer and successful private sector career. The statewide campaign will consist of digital advertisements and mailers as well as an aggressive grassroots push to educate and mobilize Coloradans to support Stapleton in November. “Walker […]
Grassroots group kicks off statewide tour INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – Americans for Prosperity-Indiana (AFP-IN) on Wednesday boosted its effort to urge Sen. Joe Donnelly to confirm Judge Brett Kavanaugh to the Supreme Court following last week’s hearings before the Senate Judiciary Committee, where the nominee’s experience, qualifications, and restrained judicial philosophy were on full display. Sen. […]
Americans for Prosperity launched a television and digital ad highlighting Phil Bredesen’s abuse of taxpayer dollars and support of higher taxes. The ad reads: When times are tough, we budget for our families. But when our states budget was in crisis, Phil Bredesen supported higher taxes on us. Higher gas taxes, sales taxes, and more. […]
