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ALEC Celebrates Free Speech Week
This week, Oct. 20-26, ALEC celebrates Free Speech Week, an annual celebration of our First Amendment rights! ALEC’s Center to Protect Free Speech was founded to educate legislators and concerned…
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Statement from ALEC CEO Lisa B. Nelson on the Ceasefire in Gaza and the Return of the Israeli Hostages
The American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC) celebrates the release of 20 Israeli hostages from Hamas captivity. We applaud President Donald J. Trump for his work to secure their…
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Don’t Undercut IP: Innovation is America’s Competitive Edge
October is Intellectual Property Month, an ideal time to reflect on the importance of protecting American discoveries and inventions. From the nation’s founding to the present day, America’s leaders…
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Lora Current
Lora Current is the Director of the Energy, Environment and Agriculture Task Force. She works diligently with state leaders and stakeholders to shape vital policy that supports limited government, free…
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ALEC Policy Champion Protects Free Speech Against Indoctrination and Suppression at Idaho Universities
ALEC is excited to recognize another policy champion from Idaho this year, Sen. Ben Toews, for his work defending free speech by protecting Idaho’s colleges and universities from forced indoctrination…
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A Season of Reflection: CEO Update
The tragic assassination of Charlie Kirk has left us stunned. Heartbroken for his family, friends, and colleagues. That someone would take a life simply for words and beliefs that many…
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How Delaware Can Compete Again: Jonathan Williams on Money and Politics in Delaware
On Money and Politics in Delaware, ALEC President and Chief Economist Jonathan Williams spoke with host Dace Blaskovitz about federalism, state economic rankings, and how…
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State Legislator of the Month, September 2025: Montana Rep. Kerri Seekins-Crowe and Sen. Ken Bogner
We are pleased to announce Montana Sen. Ken Bogner and Rep. Kerri Seekins-Crowe as the ALEC State Legislators of the Month for September 2025. Serving as State Chairs for Montana,…
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Free Market Reforms Revive Ohio: Jonathan Williams on the Hugh Hewitt Show
When ALEC President and Chief Economist Jonathan Williams joins Hugh Hewitt’s radio show, the banter usually starts with a rivalry – Williams pulling for Michigan, Hewitt touting Ohio.
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Taxpayers Deserve A Return On Their Investment: Iowa Sen. Kara Warme
For Iowa State Senator Kara Warme, public service began with a belief that families deserve a voice in shaping the future of their state. A mom of two teenage…
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Equal Campus Access Act Introduced in U.S. Senate
Late last week, Senators James Lankford (R-OK) and Tim Scott (R-SC) reintroduced the Equal Campus Access Act in the U.S. Senate. This bill was first introduced in 2023…
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Strengthening American Principles and Empowering States: Lee Schalk on NewstalkSTL
Amid challenging times and recent tragedies following the death of Charlie Kirk, debates over free speech, education reform, and policy innovation continue across the states. In times like…
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Rule #1 to Protect Kids Online: Parents Are in Charge
A new book from a prominent American psychologist and academic underscores the leading role for parents and caregivers in protecting children from harms online, echoing ALEC model policy solutions that…
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Why Louisiana’s Economy Is on the Rise: Jonathan Williams on Mornings with Brian Haldane
On WBRZ’s Mornings with Brian Haldane, ALEC President and Chief Economist Jonathan Williams highlighted the major reforms Louisiana has been implementing to fuel its economic…
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Belarus Flexes Its Diplomatic and Strategic Muscles after Another Sham Election
Belarus’ longtime authoritarian ruler Alexander Lukashenko was in his element at this week’s Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit in Tianjin, China where he met with Xi Jinping who described the…
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Louisiana’s Return to Glory: Jonathan Williams on the Moon Griffon Show
States across America are proving that the best ideas don’t come from Washington, but from state capitols where leaders are closest to the people. Bold reforms, innovative policies, and a…
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Reining in the Regulators: Oklahoma Sen. Michael Bergstrom at the ALEC Annual Meeting
Oklahoma State Senator Michael Bergstrom has been attending ALEC Annual meetings for years. Recognized as a Policy Champion just a few months ago, he successfully carried two…
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The Louisiana Comeback Story: Jonathan Williams on American Radio Journal
Economic turnarounds do not happen by accident. They’re the result of difficult choices, sometimes unpopular with special interest groups, but always grounded in the simple truth that incentives…
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Bring the Youngest Victims Home in Russia’s War against Ukraine
In advance of President Donald Trump’s meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Anchorage, Alaska, last week, First Lady Melania Trump penned a letter to the Russian leader urging him…
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New ALEC Model Policies from the 52nd Annual Meeting
Last month, ALEC wrapped up its 52nd Annual Meeting in Indianapolis, Indiana—an event that brought together over 1,600 attendees, including close to 500 state lawmakers from nearly all 50 states.