The James Madison Institute (JMI) has announced its 2025 Policy Priorities, emphasizing initiatives that support limited government and economic freedom. The institute aims to continue Florida's trajectory of prosperity through these policies.
Logan Padgett, Senior Vice President at JMI, expressed the organization's commitment to assisting leaders in Tallahassee and Washington D.C., as well as Florida's residents. "We look forward to working with Senate President Albritton, Speaker Danny Perez, committee chairs, members, and Governor DeSantis to further the cause for liberty," Padgett stated.
William Mattox, Senior Director of the Marshall Center for Education Freedom at JMI, highlighted the success of universal school choice scholarships in Florida. He noted that over 500,000 students benefit from K-12 scholarships in the state. However, he pointed out the need to address regulatory barriers affecting new education enterprises and issues concerning free expression in higher education.
Doug Wheeler, Director of the George Gibbs Center for Economic Prosperity at JMI, reiterated their belief in free-market capitalism and minimal government intervention as key drivers of prosperity. "JMI stands steadfast in the belief that an ongoing commitment to limiting the footprint of government control... will continue to make the Sunshine State a beacon of liberty," Wheeler said.
Dr. Edward Longe, Director of the Center for Technology & Innovation at JMI, discussed Florida's potential as a global tech hub due to its market-driven approach. He contrasted this with other regions like Silicon Valley facing regulatory challenges. "Florida’s light-touch framework ensures that... technological advancement reach all communities," Longe commented.
The James Madison Institute is known for advocating limited government and economic freedom while conducting research on various policy issues such as criminal justice and health care.