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AFP Prosperity Podcast
by Americans for Prosperity
The AFP Prosperity Podcast features discussion on the issues of the day from Americans for Prosperity policy experts and special guests.
Episodes
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Prosperity Podcast #82: Why Do You Need a Permission Slip to Work?
The percentage of workers who are required to get a government license just to work is at an all-time high. From florists to hair stylists, workers all over the country are being forced to get government permission slips just to do their job. These occupational licensing laws cost time and money,...
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Prosperity Podcast #81: What the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act Means for You
The House of Representatives passed the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act last week, a huge step in the right direction for tax reform. The Senate is now set to vote on its own version of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. What are the similarities and differences between the two bills? Can the House and Senate come...
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Prosperity Podcast #80: Honest Ads Act is a Threat to Free Speech
After the 2016 elections, it was revealed that foreign agents bought around $100,000 in social media ads. In response, some members of the House and Senate are seeking stricter regulations on political speech on social media. Is this a necessary step to preserve the integrity of American…
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Prosperity Podcast #79: How An Obscure Law Delayed Aid to Puerto Rico
After Puerto Rico was devastated by Hurricane Maria, much of the aid being sent to the island was delayed. But what caused this delay? It was caused by an antiquated law called the Jones Act. This law requires any cargo shipped between two U.S. ports to be shipped on a U.S.-owned, U.S.-made and...
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Prosperity Podcast #78: The Framework for Tax Reform is Here!
Everyday Americans and businesses have been burdened by an overly complicated and expensive tax code for years. The recently-released tax reform framework will cut the number of tax brackets as well as simplify and lower both the individual and corporate tax rates. But what are the specifics? How...
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Prosperity Podcast #77: Can Congress Scale Back Civil Asset Forfeiture?
Civil asset forfeiture, where law enforcement seizes a person’s property without ever charging them with a crime, has become one of the most controversial law enforcement practices. An amendment introduced in the House of Representatives by Rep. Justin Amash (R-MI) could make some substantial...
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Prosperity Podcast #76: Hurricane Harvey’s Aftermath: AFPF Steps Up
The wrath of Hurricane Harvey left thousands in desperate need of help. AFPF’s team mobilized right away to jump in and help in any way we could. In this episode, Ed is joined by AFP Texas State Director Jerome Greener to discuss these efforts and why AFPF works so hard to build a family that…
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Prosperity Podcast #75: Are Democracy Vouchers Good or Bad for Democracy?
Should you be taxed to fund political campaigns? Seattle has experimented with so-called democracy vouchers, or tax financed campaigns, and the results haven’t been good. Property taxes on businesses and individuals in the Emerald City have been hiked by $3 million per year to finance these...
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Prosperity Podcast #74: It’s Time to Unrig the Economy
Does the tax code work for you or special interests? Deductions and loopholes favor those with lawyers who can navigate the complicated tax code, while at the same time America’s corporate and personal tax rates hamstring the economy. Thankfully, Congress and the president are working on a plan…
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Prosperity Podcast #73: Will Social Security Be There for You?
Last week, Social Security Trustees released their report examining the health of the program. The results were not good. For the 7th year in a row, Social Security had more money going out than going in. What does this mean for the future of the program? David Barnes, Director of Policy…
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Prosperity Podcast #72: Can Your State Pay the Bills?
You might be able to pay your bills but can your state? Ed is joined by Eileen Norcross, Senior Research Fellow at the Mercatus Center, to discuss the new study that ranks the states on their fiscal health. What states come out on top and which ones are heading to bankruptcy? Tune in to see how...
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Prosperity Podcast #71: Don’t Replace Obamacare. REPEAL It!
As Obamacare continues to crumble, the Senate is currently working on making improvements to its health care bill. In this episode, Generation Opportunity Director of Policy David Barnes discusses the problems with health care and what policy makers must do to deliver relief for the millions of...
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Prosperity Podcast #71: What’s More Powerful Than $30 Million in Campaign Spending?
Tuesday’s special election in Georgia CD 6 saw a surprising result with Karen Handel defeating Jon Ossoff by 5 points. Why was this result so shocking? What issues mattered most to voters in this election? AFP Georgia State Director Michael Harden joins the podcast to give a grassroots insight…
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Prosperity Podcast #70: ESAs – The Wave of the Future
Arizona has consistently been a leader in school choice, but a recent law is putting them lightyears ahead of other states. Education Savings Accounts (ESAs) are now available for all students in Arizona. Why is this such a big deal? Tom Jenney, senior legislative advisor for the Arizona chapter…
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Prosperity Podcast #69: Trump’s Paris Promise
Last week, President Trump kept his promise to leave the Paris climate agreement. Chrissy Harbin attended the announcement in rose garden and joins Ed to offer her thoughts on the moment and looks back on AFP activities on the issue. *All opinions expressed on this podcast do not necessarily...
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Prosperity Podcast #68: Who You Gonna Call for a Budget Shortfall?
The state of Louisiana has a billion dollar budget problem. This had led for some legislators to call for more taxes to fill the gap. When AFP informed Louisianans about these potential increases, they called their legislators to voice their opposition. They were so overwhelmed that they…
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Prosperity Podcast #67: Blocking the BAT
In his short time in the Senate, Arkansas Senator Tom Cotton has proven to be a leader on a number of issues. Mostly recently, he has taken on the Border Adjustment Tax (BAT), which would raise the price of imported products by 20 percent. Senator Cotton joins Ed on the podcast to discuss not…
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Prosperity Podcast #66: The Buzzkill of Government Alcohol Monopolies
Did you know that Pennsylvania is one of two states in the country where the government controls both the wholesale and retail distribution of alcohol? This outdated regulation dating back to the end of Prohibition rewards a select few special interests but only jacks up prices for consumers. In...
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Prosperity Podcast #65: Can You Even Say That at College Anymore?
Free speech is in a precarious state on college campuses. It seems every week there is a news story about students being silenced, speakers being uninvited or some other controversy. To protect the rights of all students, some legislators are pushing legislation to protect free speech on college...
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Prosperity Podcast #64: Can Congress Keep the Lights On?
Another Congress, another threat of a government shutdown. But is this threat the same as the ones we have seen in the past? Will special interest turn the spending bill attach all kinds of unrelated measures? Chrissy Harbin joins Ed on the podcast on why you shouldn’t be worrying about the...
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