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Ronald Reagan's legacy continues to shape American politics, economic policy, and national security. In this episode of Leave Us Alone, Grover Norquist is joined by David Trulio, President and CEO of the Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and Institute, and Rachel Loren of the Ronald Reagan Legacy Project for a wide-ranging conversation on Reagan's enduring principles and why they remain relevant today. The discussion explores Reagan's role in restoring economic growth, winning the Cold War, and rebuilding American confidence. It also looks at how the Reagan Library, Institute, and Legacy Project are working to teach younger generations about limited government, free enterprise, peace through strength, and individual liberty. This episode is about leadership, ideas, and why freedom must be taught and defended by every generation.

In this episode of Leave Us Alone, Grover Norquist sits down with former U.S. Senator Phil Gramm for a wide-ranging conversation on tax policy, economic growth, and the role of government in shaping economic outcomes. The discussion spans the stagflation and economic crisis of the late 1970s, Gramm's role in passing the Reagan tax cuts, and the long-term effects of those reforms on inflation, growth, and opportunity. The episode also examines welfare spending, poverty statistics, and claims about economic inequality. Gramm explains how government benefits are often excluded from official income measurements, why those accounting choices matter, and how they influence debates over taxes, spending, and federal policy. The conversation concludes with a look at state-level tax reforms and why fiscal discipline and honest measurement remain central to long-term economic growth.

On this episode of Leave Us Alone, Grover Norquist is joined by Mike Palicz and Isabelle Marchese to break down one of the most consequential votes of this Congress. Seventeen House Republicans joined with ALL Congressional Democrats to pass a clean three-year extension of enhanced Obamacare subsidies. The panel explains how this vote expands Obamacare, masks its rising costs, and knowingly continues a program riddled with fraud and improper payments. They discuss the real cost of the subsidies, the political maneuvering behind the discharge petition, the failure to include any reforms or anti-fraud measures, and what this vote means as the bill heads to the Senate. The episode closes with a broader discussion of Republican principles, political accountability, and the pro-growth tax reforms already delivering higher wages and larger tax refunds.

The Taxpayer Protection Pledge is a written commitment taken by candidates and elected officials promising never to raise taxes. In this episode, Grover Norquist explains why the pledge was created, who signs it, and how it changed incentives for politicians at every level of government. From the 1986 Tax Reform Act to presidential campaigns and state tax reform, the pledge became a clear contract between officeholders and taxpayers. By forcing politicians to control their own vote rather than rely on vague promises, the Taxpayer Protection Pledge reshaped elections, restrained tax hikes, and helped define which party voters could trust on taxes.

The real political divide in America is not left versus right. It is the Leave Us Alone Coalition versus the Takings Coalition. In this episode of Leave Us Alone, Grover Norquist explains how these two coalitions compete over tax policy, spending, and the size of government. The discussion breaks down who belongs to each coalition, why the Takings Coalition constantly pushes for higher taxes, and why the Leave Us Alone Coalition must stay united to protect taxpayers. This episode explains politics the way it actually works, through incentives, not slogans.

This week on Leave Us Alone, Grover Norquist is joined by Mike Palicz and James Erwin for a brief discussion on rising healthcare costs, Obamacare affordability, and end-of-year battles in Washington. The episode then features a special guest interview with House Majority Whip Tom Emmer (MN), who explains what the Republican Whip actually does. Emmer breaks down his role counting votes, communicating with House members, and helping move legislation across the House floor in today's political environment. The conversation also covers the failures of the Affordable Care Act, including widespread fraud in expanded Obamacare subsidies and how those subsidies funnel taxpayer dollars to insurance companies rather than patients. Emmer discusses making the Trump tax cuts permanent, fights over must-pass legislation like the NDAA, and why he signed the Taxpayer Protection Pledge to protect taxpayers from higher taxes and runaway government spending.

Grover Norquist and Mike Palicz break down how the next reconciliation package is being shaped by the failures of Obamacare, including a new GAO report exposing widespread fraud and improper subsidies. They outline why expanding Obamacare subsidies would be a mistake, what Republicans should prioritize in reconciliation, and why tariffs must stay out. The episode also features a special interview with economist Steve Moore, who explains how ending the taxation of inflation through capital gains indexing could be one of the biggest pro-growth moves available today.

As the shutdown drags on, Grover Norquist and Brent Gardner of Americans for Prosperity break down how Democrats are holding taxpayers hostage in a political fight over Obamacare subsidies. Gardner explains how Democrats have tied reopening the government to extending Obamacare subsidies, the ongoing fight over spending and healthcare costs, and what it all means for taxpayers. Brent shares insights on AFP's work in every state, the grassroots movement for limited government, and how Americans can push back against Washington's overspending and overreach. Listen in for a conversation about shutdown politics, healthcare reform, and how citizens can make a difference in restoring fiscal sanity and freedom.  

The Leave Us Alone team examines how the latest government shutdown fight centers on Obamacare. Grover Norquist, Mike Palicz, James Erwin, and Jack Baum explain how Democrats are using the shutdown as leverage to push for another extension of Obamacare's temporary subsidies, which were meant to expire after the pandemic. They discuss how this political strategy hides the real cost of the program and why conservatives are rejecting another taxpayer-funded bailout. The team also looks at key state elections in New Jersey and Maine, where affordability, energy costs, and taxes are defining the campaigns. In the final segments, the hosts cover new developments from the FTC and the United Nations, exploring how regulatory overreach and global tax proposals could affect innovation, energy, and economic freedom.

Sixteen days into the government shutdown, the American people aren't feeling the effects. Should Democrats be worried? Is their strategy working? What's their exit strategy? Grover Norquist is joined by political strategist Liam Donovan and ATR's Mike Palicz to break down how Democrats' $1.5 trillion in new spending demands have fallen flat, how the media landscape has changed shutdown politics, and what redistricting could mean for control of Congress in the years ahead. About Liam Donovan: Liam joins Targeted Victory as the head of the firm's Risk & Reputation practice. Over the course of two decades working at the intersection of politics and policy, he has held senior roles at a national trade association and a global law and lobbying firm. Before beginning his advocacy career, Liam spent four years and two election cycles on the staff of the National Republican Senatorial Committee. Check out Liam Donovan's own podcast, The Lobby Shop, where he dives deeper into the intersection of politics, policy, and the people shaping Washington.

In this episode, Grover Norquist and guest co-host Mike discuss the ongoing government shutdown and why Democrats have painted themselves into a political corner. They break down how the left's demand for $1.5 trillion in new spending, the permanent extension of Obamacare subsidies, and a repeal of Trump-era reforms have stalled negotiations. Grover traces the history of shutdowns back to 1980 and shows how Democrats have used the process as a political weapon since the Clinton years. This time, the media narrative is not sticking. The conversation exposes the real cost of COVID-era policies, including how boosted Obamacare subsidies are driving up premiums and taxpayer costs. Grover and Mike explain how Republican discipline, reinforced by President Trump's direct messaging, has strengthened opposition to more government expansion. The hosts also highlight Congressman Mike Lawler's viral exchange with Hakeem Jeffries and explain why the 2017 tax cuts remain a defining victory for taxpayers at every income level.

Grover Norquist, Mike Palicz, and James Erwin break down the government shutdown standoff. Democrats are blocking a clean continuing resolution and demanding $1.5 trillion in new spending, a permanent expansion of Biden COVID credits, and taxpayer funding for NPR. The hosts explain why Republicans must hold firm, why temporary COVID-era subsidies should expire, and how the shutdown is exposing cracks inside the Democratic caucus. Later in the episode, Grover sits down with former Congressman Jeb Hensarling to discuss how new Trump administration reforms could empower workers to invest more freely in their 401(k)s. The goal is to give everyday Americans the same investment opportunities that unions and wealthy elites already enjoy. This episode dives into shutdown politics, spending priorities, and real reforms that protect taxpayers and expand freedom.

Grover Norquist, Mike Palicz, and James Erwin return from summer break to unpack the looming government funding fight. House Republicans have passed a clean continuing resolution, but Democrats are demanding trillions in new spending and a permanent extension of Biden COVID credits. What's really behind Chuck Schumer's push for a shutdown? How will the Obamacare subsidy battle shape the GOP coalition? And what lessons should Republicans draw from the left's endless spending demands? The hosts also reflect on the tragic assassination of Charlie Kirk, honoring his legacy and the movement he built to bring young Americans into the fight for liberty. This episode takes listeners inside the politics, policy, and high stakes of Washington's latest budget clash and why taxpayers should care. Show Notes: Take Action Now: Stop the Schumer Shutdown 5 Reasons Congress Should Let Biden's COVID Credits Expire Democrats Threaten Governmetn Shutdown 35 Free Market Groups, Advocates Urge President Trump to let Biden's COVID Credits Expire

The headlines say the Teamsters are suddenly flooding Republicans with cash — but the numbers tell a very different story. Grover Norquist, James Erwin, and Mike Palicz dig into the union's decades-long role as part of the Democratic Party's political machine and explain why this new "GOP-friendly" image is mostly smoke and mirrors. They also unpack how federal regulators are twisting market definitions to attack America's most successful tech companies, why a proposed patent value tax would cripple innovation, and what a second reconciliation bill could mean for pro-growth tax reforms like capital gains indexation and expanded health savings accounts. From union politics to tax policy, this episode reveals the strategies, incentives, and hidden motives shaping the fights that impact taxpayers most.

In this episode of Leave Us Alone, Grover Norquist, Mike Palicz, and James Erwin break down the real-world effects of the newly signed pro-growth tax bill. They highlight how companies like AT&T are already reinvesting billions into the economy. They also discuss a dangerous proposal to hike patent fees, financial regulation rollbacks at the CFPB, and a push to weaken credit standards at Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. Plus, Grover celebrates major state-level victories in the march toward zero income taxes and James shares a huge win in the fight to defund public media. If you're interested in tax reform, limited government, or protecting innovation and economic freedom, this is an episode you won't want to miss.