How government red tape affects everyday life
Aug 4, 2026

You might not think about government red tape every day, but it affects the prices you pay and the opportunities available to you. Regulations are meant to create barriers — that’s their job. Sometimes these barriers work well, creating standards that ensure health and safety. But just as often, these rules limit choices and pick […]

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What are government regulations? A guide to rules, red tape, and everyday costs.
Jul 30, 2026

You might’ve heard the term “red tape” before. But what does it really mean? To understand the answer, you first need to ask: What are government regulations? Government regulations are rules created by public agencies to carry out laws passed by elected officials. They can govern everything from workplace safety and environmental standards to home […]

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Three ways America can remain the Land of Opportunity
Jul 29, 2026

For generations, America has been regarded as the Land of Opportunity. Our Declaration of Independence recognizes our rights to “life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.” While the Declaration doesn’t guarantee a good life, those rights give people the freedom to shape their own destiny. They create space to innovate, build, and work hard to […]

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Grocery store prices: These 5 practical reforms can help lower costs
Jul 27, 2026

Grocery store prices have been going up … and up … and up for years. While there is no quick fix, the causes of inflation are clear. And that means the solutions are, too. Reducing the cost burdens that Washington puts on our grocery supply chain would make everyday goods more affordable. So would ending […]

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What is self-government, and why does it still matter?
Jul 10, 2026

The Declaration of Independence rests on a revolutionary idea: Our rights don’t come from government. Self-governance is rooted in the belief that people are born with inherent rights and that governments are established to protect them. In practice, this idea means legitimate government depends on the consent of the governed. This article will explore important […]

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From idea to impact: 10 examples of innovation that changed America
Jun 30, 2026

We like to talk about innovation like it’s spontaneous — a lightning bolt. And while the spark of innovation can feel like a revelation, innovation isn’t an accident. As the examples below show, innovation follows a pattern. A creator: Identifies a need Develops a solution Tests their innovation Improves it over time Freedom drives innovation. […]

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How we can make health care more affordable in the U.S.
Jan 29, 2026

Americans feel the effects of rising health care costs every month. From rising premiums to higher prescription prices, even with insurance, many families have to make trade-offs when it comes to their health and well-being. Half of Americans find it difficult to afford health care. One in four say they or a family member had […]

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When Washington gets in the way, your energy bills go up
Jan 29, 2026

Americans want prices to go down — especially their energy bills. We’ve already explained why prices are high and what actually helps bring them down. Now it’s time to talk about the so-called solutions that have failed to produce lower prices. Those solutions have something in common: They rely on top-down, government-mandated approaches that give […]

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5 affordable and accessible health care solutions rooted in freedom
Oct 22, 2025

Over the past decade, health care costs have only gone up, and they’re projected to continue rising for the foreseeable future. Americans deserve better. They are demanding affordable health care solutions that will lower our premiums and improve our health care. Fortunately, Americans for Prosperity has a solution — the Personal Option — that will […]

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