Heritage Foundation

The Heritage Foundation is the nation’s most broadly supported public policy research institute, with more than 453,000 individual, foundation and corporate donors. Heritage, founded in February 1973, mission is to formulate and promote conservative public policies based on the principles of free enterprise, limited government, individual freedom, traditional American values, and a strong national defense.

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Arizona’s Obamacare Co-Op to Shut Down After Receiving $93.3 Million From the Government November 2, 2015
Meritus Health Partners, a co-op in Arizona, announced Friday it would be closing its doors. The co-op is the 11th of 23 created under Obamacare to shutter.
Obamacare Co-Ops Are Failing at a Rate of 50 Percent. Here’s Why November 2, 2015
There are 24 Obamacare co-ops funded with tax dollars
Cruz Attacks GOP Senate Leadership: McConnell ‘Very Effective Democratic Leader’ October 30, 2015
Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas called Majority Leader Mitch McConnell an "effective Democratic leader" during a speech on the Senate floor on Thursday.
Football Coach ‘Devastated’ After Being Suspended for Post-Game Prayer October 30, 2015
High school football coach Joe Kennedy was suspended Wednesday for praying after games at the 50-yard line.
Newly Elected Speaker Paul Ryan Has a New Motto for the House: ‘Opportunity for All’ October 29, 2015
In response to continued calls for reforming how the House operates, Ryan championed “opening up the process,” empowering rank-and-file members to immediately contribute and individual committees to begin drafting “all major legislation.”
Rand Paul on Budget Deal: ‘I’m Going to Do Everything in My Power to Stop It’ October 28, 2015
Rand Paul has promised to filibuster the budget deal.
Paul Ryan on Boehner-Obama Budget Deal: ‘This Is Not the Way to Do the People’s Business October 27, 2015
Rep. Paul Ryan, R-Wis., vowed to run the House differently if elected speaker
Lawmakers Probe Taxpayer-Funded Academic Who Wants Obama to Prosecute Climate Change Skeptics October 27, 2015
An environmental institute run by Jagadish Shukla is the beneficiary of more than $60 million in taxpayer funds.
Meet the Lawmakers Who Will Serve on the House’s Select Panel Investigating Planned Parenthood October 26, 2015
ep. Marsha Blackburn, R-Tenn., will serve as the House Energy and Commerce Committee’s Select Investigative Panel on Planned Parenthood's chair.
Why Aren’t More GOP-Led States Defunding Planned Parenthood? October 26, 2015
Pro-life activists march and pray Oct. 10 outside a Planned Parenthood facility in Manchester, N.H.
Six Key Exchanges From Hillary Clinton’s Benghazi Testimony October 23, 2015
As demonstrated by Rep. Susan Brooks, R-Ind., Clinton sent far fewer emails regarding events in Libya in 2012 than she did in 2011
Seattle Voted to Hike the Minimum Wage to $15 an Hour. Here’s What Happened to Seattle’s October 22, 2015
While the overall job growth rate this year for the Seattle MSA is higher than the national average, the drop in restaurant jobs stands out.
Here Is Where Paul Ryan Stands on 13 Key Policy Issues October 22, 2015
Rep. Paul Ryan has represented Wisconsin in Congress since 1999
Solyndra Redux: Another Green Company May Lose Taxpayers Millions October 21, 2015
SunEdison has received at least $2.84 million in taxpayer money from the federal government.
See How Your Senators Voted on Sanctuary Cities October 21, 2015
Vitter has been pushing to defund sanctuary cities since 2007, when he served as chairman of the Border Security Caucus.
Californians on Insane Water Policy: ‘Whatever’ October 20, 2015
The local officials had angry farm customers at their backs, but the resistance didn’t seem to get the notice of the governor or last more than a few hours.
How the Left Has Sabotaged Marriage and Family October 20, 2015
What they had just achieved was, obviously, something utterly untried and unprecedented
Indiana Man Says IRS Fined Him $2,344 for Violating Obamacare’s Individual Mandate October 19, 2015
Last year, roughly 7.5 million Americans opted to pay the fine rather than purchase coverage under the Affordable Care Act, according to the IRS.
Why Conservatives Might Not Demand a Conservative Speaker October 19, 2015
Conservatives of the House Freedom Caucus, such as Reps. Raul Labrador of Idaho and Jim Jordan of Ohio, are calling for process reforms to how the lower chamber does business
NRA Reacts to California Lieutenant Governor’s Proposed New Gun Laws: State Will Be Next Australia October 16, 2015
A new ballot initiative by California Lt. Gov. Gavin Newsom proposes five new restrictions on ammunition purchases and gun ownership in the state.
Why 6 Government-Funded Insurance Companies Created Under Obamacare Collapsed October 16, 2015
Over the last 10 months, six co-ops, which collectively received nearly $762 million from the federal government, announced they’re closing their doors and pulling out of the insurance market for 2016.
Because of Defense Spending Cuts, Navy Won’t Have Aircraft Carrier in Middle East Anymore October 15, 2015
Is this really a good time to no longer have an aircraft carrier in the Middle East?
Paul Ryan Faces Sharp Criticism From Some Conservatives October 15, 2015
Rep. Paul Ryan, R-Wis.,is earning both cheers and boos as a prospective new House speaker.
Report: Insurers ‘Lost a Lot of Money’ Selling Obamacare Plans October 14, 2015
Demonstrators at the U.S. Supreme Court say "Don't Take My Care" and "ACA is Here to Stay." A new report found that insurers lost at least 12 percent on Obamacare plans in 2014, meaning higher premiums for consumers.
What the Tea Party Has Achieved October 14, 2015
The media portrayed the Tea Party as a spoiled three-year-old throwing a temper tantrum. The left pilloried these patriots, offensively calling them “Tea Baggers” and racists and crazies.
Man Behind Undercover Videos: Planned Parenthood’s Change in Tissue Donation Policy ‘Adm October 13, 2015
“For three months, Planned Parenthood has tried to pass off its baby-parts-for-money scheme as totally legitimate,” Daleiden said in a statement.
How Obama Has Divided America for Political Gains October 13, 2015
He did find one policy from the George W. Bush administration he liked, the immigration reform bill of 2007
Skeptical Climate Change Is Real? These 20 Academics Think You Should Be Prosecuted October 12, 2015
These academics are trying to foster the exact opposite of a “free exchange of facts, theories, and ideas.” They want to end all scientific debate.
Seven Times Obama Ignored the Law to Impose His Executive Will October 9, 2015
President Obama is no stranger to executive actions
After McCarthy Drops Out, House Freedom Caucus Stands by Daniel Webster for Speaker October 9, 2015
A conservative caucus still backs Rep. Daniel Webster, R-Fla., for speaker following Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy's surprise exit from the race