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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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Recent Highlights
Georgia Supreme Court Reaffirms Right to Earn a Living
The Georgia Supreme Court issued a unanimous ruling today striking down an absurd state law that prohibited people from earning money by helping mothers learn to nurse their babies. The Goldwater Institute, joined by o...
Florida School Hides Child’s ‘Gender Transition’—Goldwater Stands Up for Parents
A Florida mom and dad were shocked to find out that officials at their 13-year-old daughter’s middle school had secretly met with the teen and developed a plan for how to recognize her asserted gender identity. Now th...
Arizona ESAs Are Set to Fund a Lot More Students for a Lot Less Money
Do you think that providing more funding for students at a lower cost to taxpayers is a win-win? Then you must not have spent enough time in leftwing echo chambers that are trying to convince you to shut off your brain ...
Ditch This Jim Crow-Era Mandate That Hurts Minorities Most
Congress passed a “prevailing wage” law in 1931 specifically intended to favor white workers and white-only labor unions over nonunionized and minority workers. Jim Crow is long gone. But prevailing-wage laws, w...
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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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