FREOPP continues to lead policy reforms that will improve the lives of Americans who need help most
Social Mobility
The American Dream is about the ability to pursue happiness and better oneself and others. If people work hard, they should be able to climb the economic and social ladder. That’s why America earned the moniker the “Land of Opportunity.”
As more people begin to lose faith in the American Dream, policy leaders must get to work on solutions that restore social mobility, especially to those who need it most.
Low-income Americans find themselves ensnared in the safety net, stranded by benefits cliffs. Structural flaws keep them from getting ahead and becoming independent. Our nation’s welfare policies should encourage work and family formation. Every American should experience dignity in work and the power of creating value for others.
All Social Mobility
Economic freedom doesn't undermine human flourishing, it helps create it. But there is more to the story.
The reactions to this week’s news expose a rift in understanding how people flourish that FREOPP seeks to bridge.
On May 20, FREOPP will take a leading role in the Freedom Conservatism Conference to invigorate a right-of-center that reflects many of our ideals.
Federal spending has become an enormous wealth transfer away from struggling young people toward wealthier older people
Americans are less optimistic than ever. A new paper from FREOPP provides one explanation: Americans are lonelier than ever, too.
Three ideas shaping the opportunity debate last month
Government attacking private capital won't make life more affordable, even if it scores political points. FREOPP has solutions that will.