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Last year was a great year for America’s judicial system. Thanks to the hard work and leadership of Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, 2017 saw a record number of fair and qualified judges confirmed by the Senate. Ensuring that quality judges who will uphold the Constitution and rule of law get nominated is incredibly important […]

Grassroots group taps Jessica Shelburn to head state efforts LINCOLN, Neb.—Americans for Prosperity-Nebraska (AFP-NE), the leading limited government grassroots advocacy organization with over 45,000 activists statewide, on Monday announced Jessica Shelburn as its new State Director. “I am excited to get to work promoting common-sense policies to protect taxpayers from the trend of big government,” […]

Bevin Alum brings decades of public service experience to grassroots activist group FRANKFORT, KY – Americans for Prosperity today announced the hire of Andrew V. McNeill as the new State Director for its Kentucky Chapter. “I am very excited about this opportunity to work for an organization dedicated to advancing economic freedom and improving the […]

LINCOLN, Neb. – Americans for Prosperity-Nebraska (AFP-NE) is urging lawmakers to oppose LB 44, which would institute an internet sales tax in Nebraska. Because the issue is in front of the U.S. Supreme Court, this bill creates chaos with regard to personal privacy, interstate commerce, and burdens small businesses and taxpayers. “We oppose creating new […]

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – Americans for Prosperity-Indiana (AFP-IN) on Friday responded to an ad released by Senator Chuck Schumer’s Senate Majority PAC.  The ad attempts to defend Sen. Joe Donnelly’s vote against the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act by arguing the tax cuts aren’t helping working Hoosiers despite relief at every income bracket, bonuses, wage hikes, […]

Mountain State grassroots group admonishes Manchin for opposing “American Pay Raise” CHARLESTON, W.Va.—As part of a six-figure nationwide ad buy, Americans for Prosperity-West Virginia (AFP-WV) activists are being urged to write Sen. Manchin to express their disappointment with his “no” vote on federal tax reform efforts and encourage him to do the right thing for […]

Taxpayer hero honored by leading grassroots organization NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Americans for Prosperity-Tennessee (AFP-TN), the leading grassroots organization fighting for lower taxes and limited government in Tennessee, named state Rep. Cameron Sexton a “Champion of Prosperity.” “Rep. Cameron Sexton is a consistent champion for our shared goals of lower taxes and less government regulations,” said […]

Grassroots group urging lawmakers to build on the benefits of tax reform with digital investment, resource website and localized events Arlington, Va. – Americans for Prosperity (AFP) today launched a grassroots campaign, called American Pay Raise, to thank lawmakers who supported the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, hold accountable those who opposed it and urge […]

Grassroots group urges Governor Fallin to sign measure into law OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla.—Americans for Prosperity-Oklahoma (AFP-OK) on Wednesday applauded the final passage of HB1270, the Act to Restore Hope, Opportunity, and Prosperity for Everyone (HOPE Act), which would combat fraud and abuse of our scarce Medicaid resources by ensuring benefits are going to those eligible […]