The Case for Smaller Government [PODCAST]
How much power should unelected bureaucrats have—and how much should taxpayers be willing to spend? On this episode of Freedom Rising, Andrew Lewis sits down with Phil Kerpen of…
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How Socialism Destroys the American Dream [PODCAST]
Socialism is gaining traction among young Americans—but why? In this episode of Freedom Rising, Andrew Lewis sits down with Nick Freitas, former Virginia legislator, Green Beret, combat veteran, and…
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When States Lead, America Wins: Featuring Former Gov. Scott Walker [PODCAST]
As governor of Wisconsin, Scott Walker became one of the country’s most prominent advocates for giving states more power to govern—and proved that state-level reforms can have a national impact.
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Pa. Lawmakers Pass 2026-27 State Budget, Blocking Shapiro’s Tax Hikes and Preserving Emergency Savings
While the deal blocks Gov. Shapiro’s worst budget priorities, spending remains a top concern. Harrisburg, Pa., July 12, 2026 — Moments ago, the Pennsylvania legislature passed a state budget deal, twelve days past the deadline. The deal totals $52.2 billion, more than a billion dollars less than Gov. Josh Shapiro’s record spending proposal,…
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The Choice That Changed My Life [PODCAST]
A single educational opportunity can change the course of a life. Andrew Lewis sits down with two Pennsylvanians whose lives were transformed by the Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC)…
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House Democrats Lead Charge to Gut Educational Opportunity
Harrisburg, Pa., June 22, 2026—Today, the Democrat-controlled Pennsylvania House passed HB 2632 with a vote of 105 to 97. Although House Democrats amended the bill after widespread public opposition, the legislation still targets…
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House Education Committee Votes to Cut Scholarships, Leaves 30,000 Students Stranded
Harrisburg, Pa., June 16, 2026 — Today, the Pennsylvania House Education Committee rushed passage of HB 2632 on a party line vote. The bill is an attack on students’ access to educational opportunities. The voting meeting was scheduled at the call of the chair, a move which bypasses the…
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From Red Tape to Red Carpet [PODCAST]
Pennsylvania state government has been notorious for red tape. Now, lawmakers are working to roll out the red carpet to streamline the permitting process. Andrew Lewis sits down with…
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Can Pennsylvania Afford This Budget? [PODCAST]
Pennsylvania is spending more than it takes in. What happens next? Andrew Lewis welcomes taxpayer advocate Grover Norquist to discuss the national tax landscape before turning to a pressing question…
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