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The Goldwater Institute accomplishes real results for liberty by working in state courts, legislatures, and communities nationwide to advance, defend, and strengthen the freedom guaranteed by the constitutions of the United States and the fifty states.
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Are State Lawmakers Going to Shut the Door on 21st Century Healthcare?
As the nation moves away from the pandemic era, old rules have phased back in for a handful of states, triggering a major rollback in a critical way that millions of Americans access healthcare. Specifically, this trend ...
Wall Street Journal Touts Goldwater’s Universal School Choice Victory
The Wall Street Journal editorial board is shining a national spotlight on Goldwater’s work to make school choice for all a reality in Arizona. “School Choice Blooms in the Desert,” touts the headline of the...
Arizona Legislature Passes Goldwater’s ESA Expansion to Empower Families
In a major victory for families weary of a one-size-fits-all approach to education, the Arizona Legislature today passed a groundbreaking bill which ensures all Arizona families can access school choice. Sponsored by Rep...
Supreme Court Upholds Self-Defense Rights Against the ‘Permission Society’
The U.S. Supreme Court today agreed with the Goldwater Institute and struck down a New York law that restricted the right of firearms possession to only people who could show some “special need.” As we explained...
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Property Rights
Goldwater is protecting a cornerstone of Americans’ liberty: the right to own and use their property as they see fit.
Jobs & Economy
When government stands in the way of people who just want to pursue their career, Goldwater breaks down barriers to work.
Free Speech
Free speech is under attack in America. But Goldwater is leading the fight to protect Americans’ right to speak their minds.
Healthcare
Goldwater is unleashing innovation in healthcare, fighting to protect and expand patient choice, access, and affordability.
Constitutional Rights
Anytime government threatens to trample the U.S. Constitution, Goldwater is ready to go to court to defend our rights.
Limited Government
Goldwater takes down cronyism, sweetheart deals, and government overreach so Americans are treated fairly and equally.
Education
Goldwater is expanding school choice nationwide so families can get their children the education they deserve.
Academic Transparency
Parents have a right to know what's being taught in the classroom, and we're defending that right.
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