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Op-Ed | December 12, 2025

College Football Leadership: A Study in Narcissism

College football was never intended to function as a sovereign empire, operating independently from the academic life of the university. It was meant to complement education, not eclipse it. It was designed to foster character, discipline, teamwork, and community — all within the broader purpose of preparing young people to become thoughtful, responsible adults. Yet today, the leadership culture surrounding college football often reflects something very different: a system driven by ego, prestige, and the relentless pursuit of winning at any cost.

Commentary | November 13, 2025

How Steel Tariffs Protect American Jobs: Todd Leebow on Fixing the U.S. Steel Industry

Op-Ed | October 22, 2025

President Trump’s EU trade deal spells huge wins for Pennsylvanians JD Longo

President Trump’s groundbreaking trade deal with the European Union is another example of his commitment to championing policies that put Americans first. Although this deal was signed across the pond, it will have a huge impact right here at home. Pennsylvania steel, energy, tech and agricultural industries will soon feel the benefits of trade policies that put us back in the driver’s seat.

Statement | October 12, 2025

Shutdown Leaves Small Businesses Waiting

Washington, D.C. — Today, the America First Policy Institute (AFPI) issued the following statement from Jill Homan, Deputy Director, Trade & Economy Policy, regarding the ongoing government shutdown: “Small business owners—the backbone of the American economy—are once again paying the price for Washington’s dysfunction. Because of the government shutdown, the Small Business Administration (SBA) cannot accept, review, or approve new business loans. That means entrepreneurs can’t access the capital they need to expand operations, hire workers, or open their doors. Every day this shutdown drags on, more dreams are delayed, payrolls are frozen, and opportunities are lost.

Op-Ed | September 26, 2025

The Bureaucracy Enabled Debanking. Now it Can Stop it

Banks are legally prohibited from discriminating in lending based on race and gender. But what stops them or their regulators from making politically biased decisions to drop an individual, family, or company in the name of reducing “reputational” risk?

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