From Prison to Policy: Arkansas Advocate Turns Pain into Power 

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Ruby Welch has lived many lives; survivor, mother, widow, and now, one of Arkansas’s most impactful voices for criminal justice reform. From a childhood marked by trauma to a prison sentence in her late 30s, Welch’s journey is one of transformation, resilience, and leadership.  Born the seventh child in a family […]

Senator Pushes for Veteran Health Reforms: “Give Us a Mission, Not Pity” 

Washington, D.C. — As the percentage of lawmakers with military experience drops from 75% in the 1970s to just 17% today, some argue this disconnect is reflected in how the U.S. treats its veterans. Montana Senator Tim Sheehy, a post-9/11 combat veteran, is among a new wave of leaders working to reform a system he […]

Jefferson’s Enduring Words Still Define Freedom and Equality in America 

As Americans gather this Independence Day to celebrate freedom, it’s worth revisiting the revolutionary ideas that launched the nation nearly 250 years ago. At the heart of it all is a single line from the Declaration of Independence: “All men are created equal.”  Written by 33-year-old Thomas Jefferson in 1776, that phrase still shapes the […]

Pennsylvania Farmer Pushes Back Against Growing Regulations, Rising Costs 

Juniata County, PA — For Chris Hoffman, raising pigs isn’t just a job, it’s a 24/7 commitment and a calling. The Pennsylvania farmer runs a large-scale hog and poultry operation, managing everything from breeding to market while also advocating for fellow farmers as president of the Pennsylvania Farm Bureau. But over his 35 years in […]

Veterans Bring Real Stories and Bold Solutions to Capitol Hill 

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Veterans and their families aren’t just asking for change, they’re helping drive it. Concerned Veterans for America (CVA) brought dozens of veterans from across the country to Capitol Hill for their annual Vets on the Hill event, where they’re sharing personal stories, advocating for better policies, and ensuring lawmakers hear directly from […]

Historic Rescue in Milwaukee Sparked a Movement, and a Political Party 

A little-known moment in Wisconsin’s history is getting renewed attention thanks to a new mini-documentary uncovering the daring rescue of a fugitive slave in 1854, and its ripple effect on American politics.  Michael Jahr, the filmmaker behind Liberty at Stake: The Joshua Glover Story, said he stumbled upon the tale after seeing a historical marker […]

Ohio Senator Leads Charge to Cut Red Tape, Empower Businesses 

Ohio Senator Leads Charge to Cut Red Tape, Empower Businesses  Three years ago, Ohio State Senator Christina Roegner came across a startling report that changed the course of her legislative focus. A study by the Mercatus Center had ranked Ohio among the most heavily regulated states in the country, with more than 247,000 administrative rules […]

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