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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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The Hypocrisy of Denver’s War on Chick-fil-A August 25, 2015
If you're craving Chick-fil-A in the Denver airport, blame the City Council for the fact that you can't get any
Home in North Carolina, Mark Meadows Reflects on Move to Oust John Boehner With ‘No Regrets August 24, 2015
Rep. Mark Meadows, speaking at a McDowell County Veterans Affairs seminar in his Western North Carolina home district, insists he won't go down in history for moving to oust House Speaker John Boehner.
How US Sugar Policies Just Helped America Lose 600 Jobs August 22, 2015
Sugar-using industries now have a big incentive to relocate from the United States to countries where access to their primary ingredient is not restricted.
The Debate Over Birthright Citizenship, Explained in 90 Seconds(video) August 21, 2015
So what are some of the issues surrounding birthright citizenship, and how are those opposed looking to end it? The Daily Signal explains.
Planned Parenthood Awards Journalists for ‘Exceptional Coverage’ August 20, 2015
Planned Parenthood has announced the 2015 recipients of the Maggie Awards, given to journalists and activists "for their always honest, brave, and accurate reporting on sexual and reproductive health,"
The Iran Deal Whip Count: How Will Lawmakers Vote on the Accord? August 20, 2015
Obama said he will veto any resolution of disapproval that would halt the deal’s implementation
‘Its Heart Is Beating’: Medical Technician Reveals Shocking Details in Latest Abortion V August 19, 2015
The technician, Holly O’Donnell, said her supervisor once asked if she wanted to see something cool.
What Alexander Hamilton Can Teach Modern America About Constitutional Statesmanship August 17, 2015
We need to think seriously about his political thought and what we can learn from it
If Planned Parenthood Loses Government Funding, Here’s a Map of Health Clinics That Could Take August 17, 2015
Pro-life organizations teamed up to showcase the thousands of community health care clinics that could step in for Planned Parenthood if it were to lose federal funding
County Clerk Appeals Federal Judge’s Gay Marriage Mandate August 14, 2015
Christianity is not a robe you take off when you leave a sanctuary.”
Christian Baker Must Make Cakes Celebrating Gay Marriage, Appeals Court Rules August 14, 2015
“This case highlights the need for public policy that would prevent the government from coercing anyone or penalizing anyone because they believe and act on the belief that marriage is the union of a man and a woman,”
Why Obamacare Could be Heading to the Supreme Court (Again) August 13, 2015
Protesters gather in front of the U.S. Supreme Court as the court hears it's third day of arguments on the constitutionality of President Obama's health care bill in Washington, D.C. on March 28, 2012.
Bipartisan Group of Lawmakers Asks Treasury Dep’t to Return $29,500 Taken From Innocent DairyFarmers August 13, 2015
The Internal Revenue Service seized $63,000 from Frederick, Md., dairy farmers Randy and Karen Sowers under civil asset forfeiture.
New Mexico Appeals Court Rules Assisted Suicide ‘Is Not a Fundamental Liberty’ August 12, 2015
Plaintiffs in the case, Morris v. King, were two doctors from the University of New Mexico
A Year After Ferguson Rioters Damaged Her Shop, Woman Rebuilding With Tea Party’s Help, Robbed August 12, 2015
One year after Ferguson police officer Wilson shot and killed 18-year-old Michael Brown in the St. Louis suburb, protests and riots broke out just as they did last year. 911 Hair Salon, owned by Dellena Jones, was one of the businesses robbed
Seattle Approves New Tax on Guns, Ammunition August 11, 2015
Gun store owners are threatening to sue Seattle after the City Council passed a new tax on guns and ammunition Monday.
Former Broadcaster Sues Fox Sports for ‘Pigeonholing’ Him as ‘Anti-Gay’ August 11, 2015
Craig James believes Fox Sports fired him for views he expressed during an unsuccessful bid for Texas U.S. Senator in 2012.
This Could Be the Most Important Voting Case in 60 Years August 10, 2015
Redistricting principles could be changed by this court case.
Former Planned Parenthood Clinic Director Explains the Tissue Donation Process August 10, 2015
The former clinic director has since become a pro-life activist, regularly criticizing Planned Parenthood’s abortion practices
Leading Jewish Democrat Breaks With Obama to Oppose Iran Deal August 7, 2015
Schumer said his biggest concern regarding the deal is that after 10 years, many of the restrictions against Iran are removed.
Here Are 21 Policy Highlights From the First 2016 Republican Debate August 7, 2015
The candidates addressed a number of policy issues such as the Iran deal, illegal immigration and the economy, which remains one of the most important issues among American voters.
The Voting Rights Act Worked August 6, 2015
The claim that the Voting Rights Act has been “gutted” by the Shelby County decision is simply specious.
8 Things Obama Got Wrong on the Iran Deal August 6, 2015
If the substance of the deal were better, the administration wouldn’t have the problems it now has getting congressional support, along with the support of the American people
9 Lines You Need to Read From Obama’s Latest Iran Nuclear Pitch August 5, 2015
President Obama pushed support for his Iran deal at American University Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2015.
4 Charts That Prove DC Elites Are Ignoring Planned Parenthood Debate Raging in the Nation August 5, 2015
An analysis of the conversation surrounding abortion taking place on Twitter found that those located outside of Washington, D.C., are more engaged in the debate than those inside the Beltway.
How Lawmakers Can Beat Planned Parenthood’s Stalling Tactics August 4, 2015
Restraining Orders Raise Free Speech Concerns
Why the Defund Planned Parenthood Vote Matters August 4, 2015
There are many other ways to make sure women have access to health care besides funding Planned Parenthood.
Rand Paul: Congress Will Reject the Iran Deal(video) August 3, 2015
The Obama administration is focused on making sure it has enough Democrats on board to sustain a veto
How Overcrowding Has Forced Alabama to Confront Its Prison Problem August 3, 2015
“We don’t want the federal government ruling our prison system, and we are dangerously close to becoming another California,” says Alabama State Sen. Cam Ward
Rand Paul: Pro-Life Democrats Crucial to Defunding Planned Parenthood(video) July 31, 2015
The vote next Monday will be an attempt to strip all that cash away. In order to do it though, the GOP will need 60 votes, a tall order considering there are only 54 Republicans