“Progressive” Democrat Agenda: Radical Environmentalism
The Congressional Progressive Caucus recently released its agenda for 2025 and beyond. While the proposed trillions in new spending and crippling tax increases come as no surprise, the agenda is notable for its total rejection of the constitutional and free enterprise principles that enable prosperity and have made this country great. If enacted, this agenda […]
“Progressive” Democrats Introduce Agenda to Undo Economic Progress
The Congressional Progressive Caucus recently released its agenda for 2025 and beyond. While the proposed trillions in new spending and crippling tax increases come as no surprise, the agenda is notable for its total rejection of the constitutional and free enterprise principles that enable prosperity and have made this country great. If enacted, this agenda […]
CFFE Launches New “Faces of Free Enterprise” Series During Small Business Week
PHOENIX, AZ – Citizens for Free Enterprise today launched the first installment of a regular content series that will focus on the people powering free enterprise across America. The series will highlight the value of free enterprise, featuring local independent business owners, employees and other business leaders in battleground election states around the country. The opening video, “Pride […]
CFFE Statement: Katie Hobbs Sides With Criminals Over Independent Business
PHOENIX, AZ – Citizens for Free Enterprise released the following statement in response to Governor Hobbs’ veto of SB 1414, a bill which would have cracked down on organized retail theft. The bill received broad support from both prosecutors and retailers and would have increased penalties for repeat offenders. This comes as organized retail theft is […]
CFFE Statement: Katie Hobbs Vetoes Good Governance
PHOENIX, AZ – Citizens for Free Enterprise released the following statement in response to Governor Hobbs’ veto of SB 1343, a bill which would refine the process under which state executive agencies review rules every five years. The law would have created a more precise way to measure the impact harmful regulations have on free enterprise. […]
Too Popular To Repeal: AZ Is a Model for School Choice. Naturally, Democrats Aren’t Happy.
Washington Post columnist George Will is dubbing Arizona’s universal school choice program “too popular to repeal.” The universal ESA program gives every Arizona family the ability to choose the best school that fits their child’s unique needs. By empowering every student to unlock their full potential, ESAs expand opportunity and prosperity for every Arizona family. […]
CFFE Statement: Tamale Freedom Bill heads to Governor’s Desk
PHOENIX, AZ – Citizens for Free Enterprise released the following statement in response to the Arizona State Legislature passing the Tamale Freedom Bill and sending it to the Governor’s desk for a signature: “The Tamale Freedom bill will open doors for entrepreneurial home cooks to turn their passion into a paycheck, creating more opportunities for Arizonans […]
Can Arizona Stop the Service Industry’s Grim Reaper?
Republicans on Arizona’s House Commerce Committee—with no help from Democrats—voted this week to pass an amended version of SCR 1040—now titled the Tipped Workers Protection Act—which would give Arizonans an opportunity to affirmatively defend restaurant and other hourly workers from an effort that will destroy the current system that rewards hard work and quality service. […]
CFFE Statement: Tipped Workers Protection Act Advances in State Legislature
PHOENIX, AZ – Citizens for Free Enterprise released the following statement in response to the Arizona State Legislature advancing the Tipped Workers Protection Act out of the House Commerce Committee: “Arizona is fortunate to have a thriving restaurant industry that adds to the culture of our state and creates high-quality jobs in our communities,” said JP […]
In Wisconsin, a vote for Biden or Trump could come down to grocery prices
A new story in the Washington Post highlights how high prices are causing Americans to think twice about who they will vote for in the upcoming election. High grocery prices are the driving factor behind economic pain for residents in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, with grocery prices have risen 25 percent in four years while wages have […]