Richard A. Stern

Former Hill staffer, former Heritage, now working on advancing American freedom @AmericanFreedom. Vice President of the Plymouth Institute for Free Enterprise

[Richard A. Stern @RichAStern]

I’m honored to be joining @AmericanFreedom as VP of the Plymouth Institute for Free Enterprise, where my team and I will be excited to champion the values that have defined America.

Much of what has made America great first took root at Plymouth Colony in the 1620s:
• A bold, pioneering spirit
• Personal devotion to God and family
• Self-government and the consent of the governed
• The seeds of constitutionalism and the Rule of Law
• Property rights and economic freedom

Over the four centuries since, these ideals became a beacon to the world—from the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution to the liberation of Europe and Ronald Reagan’s “Mr. Gorbachev, tear down this wall” speech.

Yet American freedom has also lived in the quiet dignity of individuals, families, pastors, farmers, and business owners pursuing what they feel called to do.

To keep this freedom and our nation thriving, the American people must carry its torch, and the federal government must remain constrained by the Constitution. At AAF, we will advance this vision as we look forward to celebrating the 250th anniversary of America’s independence!

[Advancing American Freedom @AmericanFreedom]

Welcome to Advancing American Freedom

The Conservative Movement lives here

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@LydiaMoynihan

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The market always produces the best work/life balance

[Kalshi @Kalshi]

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@TheRealBeliveau I find it phenomenal that the natcons implicitly admit their worldview is not broadly palatable…deeply in contrast, for example, to the Christian perspective of the Christian worldview.

[Advancing American Freedom @AmericanFreedom]

Happy Veterans Day from Advancing American Freedom 🇺🇸

[Richard A. Stern @RichAStern]

Happy Veteran’s Day! A day to honor those that gave some or gave all that we may live in freedom today.

[Advancing American Freedom @AmericanFreedom]

America’s freedom has been secured and defended by generations of brave men and women who answered the call to serve.

Because of their courage, sacrifice, and unwavering commitment to our nation, America remains the land of the free and the home of the brave.

Today, we honor all who have served. Happy Veterans Day from AAF! 🇺🇸

[JessicaPMelugin @melugin_p]

I’m excited too!

[Phil Magness @PhilWMagness]

It's pretty clear from the bizarre statement below that Jon does not know what time it is. He also has no idea what is coming.

[Shoshana Weissmann, Sloth Committee Chair 🦥 @senatorshoshana]

This is a huge get. @melugin_p is so sharp on policy, so excited for her new role and excited to see what she builds!

[Richard A. Stern @RichAStern]

@pat_hedger @madelineAAFF We’re honored to have her now!

[Richard A. Stern @RichAStern]

Welcome to the team!! 🫡

[Advancing American Freedom @AmericanFreedom]

Advancing American Freedom is excited to announce Jessica Melugin as a senior fellow in the Plymouth Institute for Free Enterprise.

[Richard A. Stern @RichAStern]

Part of our societal inheritance is wisdom

[PrestonBrashers @PrestonBrashers]

Old (timeless) ideas aren't just for old people.

[Bradley Devlin @bradleydevlin]

Say our name! @AmAscent_!

[Richard A. Stern @RichAStern]

There’s a man that knows something about a failed ascent…

[Bo French @bofrench]

It's now or never.

[Richard A. Stern @RichAStern]

@bradleydevlin So you’re freezing to climb a hill that’s shorter than our building?

[John Shelton @jayshelt]

*national security intensifies*

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Welcome to the team 🫡!!

[Advancing American Freedom @AmericanFreedom]

Meet Dakota Wood, a twenty year Marine, who will be spearheading the Institute for National Security at AAF.

“I couldn’t be prouder to join the world-class team at Advancing American Freedom nor more grateful for the opportunity they have entrusted to me to stand-up the Institute for National Security.”

AAF’s Institute for National Security will advance a conservative strategy to strengthen American leadership abroad and prosperity at home.

[Richard A. Stern @RichAStern]

Perfect example of the lack of character of the cabal that has run Heritage into the ground.

[John Malcolm @malcolm_john]

THIS is why Robert Rector was fired. All you have to do is watch Kevin Roberts doing a slow burn, and Andy Olivastro trying to cut Rector off (as he tried to do with others at that meeting).

[Richard A. Stern @RichAStern]

I love the quote from the guy that opened trade with China, got off the gold standard, created the EPA, and imposed price controls.

[Bradley Devlin @bradleydevlin]

“Only if you have been in the deepest valley, can you ever know how magnificent it is to be on the highest mountain.” — President Richard Nixon

The Ascent begins now. Follow American Ascent @AmAscent_.

[Richard A. Stern @RichAStern]

TL;DR - they’re postlibs that want to double down on what triggered the crushing defeat in the midterms 🤦‍♂️

[Ryan Matthew Neuhaus @RyanMNeuhaus]

I am pleased to announce that I will be the President of a new 501(C)4, @AmAscent_.

America’s geriatric leadership class has presided over American decline for too long.

It is time to pass the torch to a new generation of Americans. We will scout, equip, and elevate a new generation of American statesmen capable of defending and advancing the American way of life under siege.

Nearly 60% of Americans believe the current share of elderly lawmakers in Congress is a major problem, while 80% of Americans support a maximum age limit for congressional candidates.

In March 2026, Americans told YouGov they would rather nominate the younger of two congressional primary candidates they liked by a margin of 46% to 11%.

Voters made that preference clear in the 2026 midterms. Currently in the 119th Congress, 70% of the Senate and 47% of the House are over 60 years old. Based on current election results, 63% of the Senate and 41% of the House will be over the age of 60 in the next Congress. 

Generational turnover is inevitable, and the coming years present extraordinary opportunities for those with the courage and fortitude to serve.

We have a powerhouse team, featuring @bradleydevlin, @poastgate, @jacksonhines57, and a great board, featuring @TomKlingenstein, @tylerbowyer, @DissidentClint, and Ben Judge.

I have full confidence that American decline will come to an end. The next generation will lead America’s ascent.

[Richard A. Stern @RichAStern]

The left accepts the products but rejects the methods of free enterprise.

[Kalshi @Kalshi]

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