Unleashing the American Spirit

Aaron Walling / April 18, 2011

America is a nation conceived in shared ideals. Penned into the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution are the ideas of individual liberty and free enterprise. These two fundamental ideological pillars of our society are the catalysts that spawned America’s rapid ascension to greatness.

We have always been a nation of innovators, creative thinkers, and hard workers. The dream to be free, independent, and self-reliant runs deep in our veins. America continues to be a powerful magnet for those denied entrepreneurial opportunity in other lands.

Entrepreneurship, as Heritage experts have demonstrated, is the driver for strong economic growth; without it, long-term stagnation is the more likely outcome. Government policies make a difference, and all too often, misguided government actions stifle entrepreneurship. Our leaders must send a message to those dreaming of a better life that government will no longer stand in their way. (more…)