Let People Prosper

How much government is too much? In this episode of the Let People Prosper Show, I sit down with Richard Stern, Director of the Grover M. Hermann Center for the Federal Budget at the Heritage Foundation, to discuss the moral and economic urgency of cutting government spending, restoring community, and reclaiming freedo

For many American families, homeownership—a cornerstone of the American Dream—is slipping further out of reach. Housing prices continue to rise, and even renting has become more expensive, leaving families feeling squeezed on all sides. There are signs of hope. Several states are taking action this legislative cycle, e

In this episode of the Let People Prosper Show, I’m joined by Joel Griffith, senior fellow at Advancing American Freedom, who brings data and clarity to today’s most misunderstood economic debates. We explore the power of economic liberty, the myths about a declining middle class, and how trade deficits, contrary to po

Unfortunately, last week, a Texas-sized budget with California-style spending passed the Texas House with 26 members (19 Republicans and 7 Democrats) voting against it. It will soon go to a conference committee. Instead of lowering the tax burden on hardworking Texans, the bill focuses on progressively expanding govern

Can the government really protect consumers better than markets? In this episode of the Let People Prosper Show, I discuss this question and much more with Tirzah Duren, president of the American Consumer Institute, who brings a unique background in anthropology and economics to public policy. Together, we explore the

Significant policy changes could impact their economies as state legislative sessions wrap up. But how do states compare? During this special episode of This Week’s Economy, I’m joined by Americans for Tax Reform’s Patrick Gleason to review the substantial tax, spending, and regulatory policies passed or discussed by s