Freedom Rising with Andrew Lewis

Freedom Rising with Andrew Lewis tackles the biggest issues impacting Pennsylvania and the nation. With compelling interviews and insightful commentary, Freedom Rising shows viewers how they can expand freedom in the Keystone State. Pennsylvania was the birthplace of freedom in America, and it can become a beacon of freedom yet again. Freedom Rising is a production of the Commonwealth Foundation, a Harrisburg-based think tank that transforms free-market ideas into public policies, empowering all Pennsylvanians to thrive.

Freedom Rising with Andrew Lewis is a news podcast hosted by Commonwealth Foundation, with 17 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Commonwealth Foundation hosts Freedom Rising with Andrew Lewis, a news show with 17 episodes published.

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  Episode #16

  How Socialism DESTROYS the American Dream

  Sep 15, 202645 minS1

  Socialism is gaining traction among young Americans—but why? In this episode of Freedom Rising , Andrew Lewis sits down with Nick Freitas, former Virginia legislator, Green Beret, combat veteran, and host of Making the Argument , to examine why socialist ideas are resonating with a new generation and how economic illiteracy is fueling their appeal. They discuss the difference between equal opportunity and forced equality, why government control of the economy ultimately requires control over people, and how education shapes the way Americans understand capitalism, freedom, and personal responsibility.

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  Episode #16

  When States Lead, America Wins: Featuring Former Gov. Scott Walker

  Sep 2, 202646 minS1

  As governor of Wisconsin, Scott Walker became one of the country’s most prominent advocates for giving states more power to govern—and proved that state-level reforms can have a national impact. On this episode of Freedom Rising , Andrew Lewis sits down with Walker to discuss the lessons he learned in office, from taking on powerful public-sector unions to advancing reforms that put more power in the hands of states, communities, and individuals. From Wisconsin’s experience to the challenges facing Pennsylvania and other states, Walker and Lewis discuss federalism, political leadership, and the importance of states charting their own course. They also explore the troubling decline in patriotism among young Americans and why a stronger understanding of our country’s founding principles matters for the future of freedom.

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  Episode #14

  Could This Be the Biggest School Choice Victory Yet?

  Jul 29, 202646 minS1

  The new Federal Scholarship Tax Credit (FSTC) could dramatically expand educational opportunity across America—but only if governors choose to opt in. Andrew Lewis sits down with Tommy Schultz of the American Federation for Children, Norton Rainey, CEO of ACE Scholarships, and David Hardy, Distinguished Senior Fellow at the Commonwealth Foundation, to discuss what this landmark law means for students, parents, and the future of school choice. They also explain why Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro should opt in so Pennsylvania families can benefit from this historic opportunity instead of seeing those resources flow to other states.

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  Episode #13

  Inside Pennsylvania's Budget Battle

  Jul 7, 202633 minS1

  What really happens behind closed doors during Pennsylvania's budget negotiations? Andrew Lewis sits down with former Pennsylvania Senate Secretary-Parliamentarian Megan Martin (now Commonwealth Foundation's COO and General Counsel) for an insider's look at how the Commonwealth's most important legislation gets negotiated, debated, and passed. Then, Commonwealth Foundation Chief Policy Officer Nathan Benefield breaks down why this year's budget fight matters, from record spending and the Rainy Day Fund to school choice and the reforms needed to protect taxpayers. If you've ever wondered why the state budget is about far more than dollars and cents, this episode takes you inside the process.

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  Episode #12

  The Choice That Changed My Life

  Jul 2, 202644 minS1

  A single educational opportunity can change the course of a life. Andrew Lewis sits down with two Pennsylvanians whose lives were transformed by the Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) program, which is under attack by the Democrat majority in the state House of Representatives. National champion wrestler Bo Bassett shares how EITC helped him find an environment where he could thrive—setting him on a path to Virginia Tech and international competition. Then, Soviet immigrant Kate Pukhovich reflects on growing up without educational or religious freedom and explains why EITC scholarships gave her daughter opportunities she never imagined possible. As lawmakers debate the future of Pennsylvania's scholarship programs, these personal stories remind us that behind every policy are real families, real dreams, and life-changing opportunities.

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