LIFT Perspectives is TCCRI's source for thoughtful commentary and policy discussions from TCCRI staff. Guided by the LIFT Principles of Limited Government, Individual Liberty, Free Enterprise, and Traditional Values, LIFT Perspectives will weigh in on a broad range of topics. Readers can anticipate informed commentary derived from a conservative perspective.

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Building on this foundation, LIFT Perspectives offers a practical yet forward-looking examination of the most pressing issues facing Texas and the nation — from education and workforce policy, energy and infrastructure, and healthcare reform to criminal justice, fiscal policy, and regulatory accountability. Recognizing that state policy touches nearly every aspect of economic opportunity, civic life, and cultural vitality, the blog approaches its subject matter with a wide and integrated lens.

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LIFT Perspectives holds itself to high standards of intellectual rigor and clarity, aiming to deliver timely, substantive analysis that is both accessible and grounded in real-world policymaking. The goal is to provide readers — including lawmakers, stakeholders, and engaged citizens — with compelling, principled insight that informs debate, sharpens understanding, and advances policies that strengthen Texas.