American Dream

MISSION

American Dream begins by removing burdensome regulation and restoring the freedom to innovate and faith in the American worker. Through this campaign, economy and trade policy experts research and develop pro-growth policy solutions that can unleash the American economy and protect the American workers. We then partner with allies in DC and the states to drive those policies through the highest levels of government.

Focus Areas / Policy Pillars

Income Tax - Reduce the burden of income taxes on the American people while ensuring that pro-growth incentives encourage private sector expansion and facilitate every American pursuing their dreams.
Make America Affordable Again – Revive the American dream of being able to afford to marry, raise a family, and buy a home
Fair Trade with Trading Nations - Restoring American dominance by restoring confidence in the American worker and reclaiming fairness in trade with trading nations.
Deregulate the Economy – Eliminate the government regulations that prevent Americans from building, investing, and innovating.

Team

The Honorable Michael Faulkender

Co-Chair, American Prosperity

The Honorable Larry Kudlow

Chair of the Board and Chair, American Prosperity

The Honorable Robert Lighthizer

Chair, American Trade

Jill Homan

Deputy Director, Economy & Trade, Campaign Director, and Senior Advisor to the President & CEO

Latest

Bill Analysis | April 22, 2026

Evaluating Housing Reform Proposals in Congress: Rebuilding the American Dream

The increase in government spending and onerous regulations during the Biden Administration forced many Americans to cut back on household spending, including buying homes. Congress must reverse course and enact commonsense housing reforms that will increase housing construction and thus enable more young households to realize the American Dream of homeownership.

Op-Ed | April 17, 2026

Arizona’s Working Families Saving Under New Tax Act

More people are working, earning and contributing in Arizona.

Op-Ed | April 17, 2026

A Tax Code Built for American Abundance

It’s mid-April and Americans are once again calculating what taxes they owe. But we should also be asking a different question: does our tax system reward those who give back?

Op-Ed | April 15, 2026

Working Families Tax Cuts Are Helping Restore the American Dream

For generations, the American Dream meant something simple: if you worked hard, played by the rules, and invested in your family, you could get ahead. The Trump Administration’s tax reforms reflect that basic principle, and it’s showing up in New Mexicans’ budgets, in paychecks and tax returns.

Statement | April 15, 2026

AFPI Celebrates Wins in the WFTC on Tax Day

On Tax Day 2026, American families and workers are experiencing the impact of President Trump’s the Working Families Tax Cuts Act (WFTC). Signed into law on July 4, 2025, this historic legislation is delivering wins for working families, small businesses, parents, seniors and farmers across the Nation. AFPI commends President Trump and America First leaders in Congress for putting more money back in the hands of hardworking Americans.