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The Senate Judiciary Committee confirmation hearing for Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh will begin next week. Judge Kavanaugh is an eminently qualified jurist who will defend the Constitution, but don’t just take our word for it. Learn more about Kavanaugh’s background below. Did you know…? Judge Kavanaugh graduated from Yale University and Yale Law School. After law school, Judge Kavanaugh served as a clerk to the man he […]
Obamacare’s rising premiums and one-size-fits-all approach has left millions of Americans struggling to find quality health insurance at a price they can actually afford. Until recently, the prospects for an alternative were grim. This month the Trump administration helped to turn the tide by expanding short-term, limited-duration (STLD) insurance plans that allow individuals and families to choose coverage that best suits their needs at a […]
It’s National Employee Freedom Week! Employee Freedom Week is a nationally-recognized effort to educate public sector union employees about their freedom to make their own choices regarding union membership. From August 19 – 25, Americans for Prosperity is joining other state, local and national groups in recognizing and celebrating state and national victories for worker freedom. […]
The Market Choice Act is a piece of legislation currently under consideration by Congress. It contains a provision that would implement a carbon tax as a so-called “solution” to cutting pollution, boosting green energy, raising revenue and reducing negative externalities. But how effective would a carbon tax really be? Let’s address some myths about the carbon tax […]
The weather outside is heating up, and so is federal spending! This past spring Congress passed a bloated $1.3 trillion spending bill that – for the first time ever – will push federal spending over $4 trillion, costing taxpayers $33,000 per household. The national debt topped a sizzling $21 trillion this year, and, in the next ten years, Washington spending […]
New data demands congressional action Las Vegas, Nev. – Americans for Prosperity-Nevada (AFP-NV) released the results of a new survey showing that 67% of likely voters want the U.S. Senate to pass the bipartisan FIRST STEP Act in the next few months. The legislation would create access to second chances for individuals transitioning to life after prison and reduce the number […]
Senate should follow House in seizing opportunity to cut $15 billion in spending by passing President Trump’s rescission package Las Vegas, Nev. – Following the House passage of H.R. 3, the Spending Cuts to Expired and Unnecessary Programs Act, Americans for Prosperity-Nevada (AFP-NV) is now calling on Senator Dean Heller to support the measure that would save […]
Grassroots group launches major campaign against wasteful government spending Las Vegas, Nev. – Americans for Prosperity (AFP) today announced the start of a major campaign that will hold accountable Rep. Mark Amodei for his record on wasteful spending. AFP’s Stop Overspending, or S.O.S. campaign, will kick off during the Memorial Day congressional recess with a […]
Congress isn’t exactly known for its frugality or responsible spending. The recent $1.3 trillion omnibus package is an obvious example. As a result of the measure’s passage, total federal spending this year will reach $4.1 trillion, with the greatest spending coming from entitlement programs. If Congress does not take immediate action, the deficit will hit […]
