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The challenge of rural poverty

Plus: An opportunity for much-needed Obamacare reform; what Mamdani as mayor means for poor New Yorkers; and Mississippi shows a path toward education…

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Pluralism and Prosperity

Pluralism means more than the peaceful coexistence of different groups. It is a cornerstone of a healthy, happy, prosperous society.

Nov 15 • 

Akash Chougule

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October 2025

Ways to give foster children a brighter future

Plus: Reforming health care and ending the government shutdown; new national statistics on immigration; and join us in D.C. at Freedom & Progress 2025

Oct 25 • 

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The 2025 "Freedom & Progress" Conference

FREOPP's marquee event, taking place November 21 in Washington DC, will seek to change the way advocates of free enterprise think about advancing our…

Oct 12 • 

Akash Chougule

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September 2025

A legislative blueprint for prescription drug reform

Plus: Lessons learned about the homeless mentally ill; what we know from the August jobs report; and why zoning reform alone won’t lower housing costs

Sep 27 • 

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Our Founding Ideals Still Matter

The last few days have demonstrated how important our founding ideals are to making America the "shining city upon a hill." We shouldn't lose sight of…

Sep 13 • 

Akash Chougule

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August 2025

America’s debt endgame

Plus: A quiet revolution in education policy; the tax reform with an outsize influence on growth; and legal immigration in the workplace

Aug 30 • 

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Zohran Mamdani and the Future of Free Enterprise – What Are We Missing?

Zohran Mamdani’s primary victory in New York was a watershed moment – and a clear sign of the need for the kind of policy innovation FREOPP offers on…

Aug 16 • 

Akash Chougule

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July 2025

Do 30-year mortgages support the American Dream–or undermine it?

Plus: New York changes course on nuclear power; improving Medicare price negotiation; and the need for a coherent federal approach to K-12 education

Jul 26 • 

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On the "One Big Beautiful Bill" Act - and What Comes Next

With the Sword of Damocles dangling overhead, Republicans prevented a massive tax hike and advanced important reforms - but left much more work to be…

Jul 12 • 

Akash Chougule

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June 2025

Does marriage reduce poverty?

Plus: Should Boomers rent out their empty rooms; will generative AI leave low-income workers behind; and how to fix a wasteful health care subsidy

Jun 28 • 

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Challenges—and Opportunities—We See from Both Parties

FREOPP’s emphasis is on truth, freedom, and the aspirations of struggling Americans.

Jun 14 • 

Akash Chougule

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