U.S. Independent Business Optimism Weakens on Inflation Worries
New data appearing in the Wall Street Journal shows that independent business confidence took a hit last month with many independent business owners citing inflation as their greatest concern. With confidence shaken, independent business owners are pulling back on hiring with only 12% indicating that they are planning to create new jobs in the next […]
The Skyrocketing Costs Driving Cheeseburger Prices Up—and Restaurant Owners Out
A new piece in the Wall Street Journal highlights how rising costs for restaurants are driving up prices and forcing some local restaurants to shut down entirely. Restaurant owners described how the rising prices are turning away customers and making it harder to remain profitable. One restaurant fears what could happen if costs keep rising, […]
The Stakes of Free Enterprise
“The record of history is absolutely crystal clear that there is no alternative way so far discovered of improving the lot of the ordinary people that can hold a candle to the productive activities that are unleashed by the free-enterprise system.” –Milton Friedman What is free enterprise? Free enterprise is the unimpeded, voluntary flow of […]
Free Enterprise Testimonials: Larry, AZ Water Systems
Larry Melton’s entrepreneurial spirit led him to start his business out of a Ford Explorer. With hard work, Larry was able to see his business grow, creating jobs and benefitting his community along the way. Larry’s Passion: From an early age, Larry knew he enjoyed what free enterprise could offer. When Larry started his business […]
Gov. Doug Ducey: The American Dream And Free Enterprise Are Worth Fighting For
PHOENIX, AZ – Citizens for Free Enterprise CEO and Former Arizona Governor Doug Ducey today wrote an op-ed for Fox News that details how his career in business and time in public service inspired him to launch CFFE. In the piece, Governor Ducey outlines how CFFE plans to promote and protect free enterprise by activating Americans […]
Main Street Matters: A Better Education With Governor Doug Ducey
Citizens for Free Enterprise CEO and Former Arizona Governor Doug Ducey recently joined Alfredo Ortiz and Elaine Parker on the Main Street Matters podcast to discuss his career, educational freedom, and expanding opportunity. Governor Ducey explained how a commitment to freedom and free enterprise enables economic growth, job creation, and the betterment of people’s lives. […]
It’s Been 30 Years Since Food Ate Up This Much of Your Income
New data featured in the Wall Street Journal shows that food costs are eating up the largest chunk of Americans’ budgets in 30 years. According to the most recent data from the US Department of Agriculture, Americans are spending a whopping 11.3% of their disposable income on food. Americans are feeling squeezed by the rising […]
Free Enterprise Testimonials: Jesse, Summit 4×4
Jesse Wasil took his off-road passion and shared it through his company Summit 4×4. He didn’t anticipate the success he saw by sharing by sharing his love for exploring.
Free Enterprise Testimonials: Grant, Founding Fathers Collective
Grant Quezada started Founding Fathers Collective to build a gathering place for Prescott, Arizona. Through ingenuity and hard work, he was able to create a community. Grant’s Passion: The Founding Fathers Collective is a group of 6 independent businesses operating under the same roof in Grant’s hometown of Prescott, Arizona. They have a specialty coffee […]
“Former Arizona Governor Doug Ducey: Creating And Protecting Universal Education Freedom’
Citizens for Free Enterprise CEO Governor Doug Ducey recently joined Ginny Gentles on the Students over Systems podcast for National School Choice Week. School choice is important to providing the next generation of entrepreneurs with the skills and knowledge to succeed.