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The Case for Optimism

What to Know: Weak energy prices are revealing Russia’s own weaknesses—but America’s resiliency.

The TPPF Take: This is just more evidence that America’s robust energy sector is a cause for celebration—and optimism.

“Energy has enabled the United States to become the largest economy in the world,” says TPPF’s Jason Isaac. “Energy is no longer just a sector of our economy; it influences every product ever made and service ever contracted. Our economic recovery will be fueled by our incredible energy sector.”

Whose Communities Were Hurt?

What to Know: A new report from the Foundation for Economic Education highlights 10 minority-owned businesses that have been destroyed in riots surrounding the death of George Floyd.

The TPPF Take: Destroying minority-owned businesses in the name of equality doesn’t make sense.

“The violence is not just putting innocent people in harm’s way but sends the exact opposite message of treating each other with respect and dignity,” says TPPF’s Kevin Roberts. “Destruction and damage accomplish nothing. America has been through tough times and dealt with difficult issues, and it’s our respect for civil discourse that will see us through this time, as well.”

Free Everything for Everyone!

What to Know: What those “free college for all” advocates miss is that financial aid already helps those college students who need it most. And they don’t discuss rising costs.

The TPPF Take: Free college schemes don’t address the real cause of rising costs—federal funding and federal enablement of runaway administrative costs.

“A massive influx of federal funds certainly won’t do anything to contain costs at colleges and universities, and students will still graduate with degrees that have little application outside academia,” says TPPF’s Tom Lindsay. “Congress should work to reform our nation’s system of higher education and address affordability, to ensure that every American has the opportunity to succeed.”