Agriculture
Supporting policies that increase food freedom and access to markets for our farmers and producers.
Issues
Budget, Taxation & Economy
At the state legislature, Locke advocates for limiting the expenditure of tax dollars and strictly limiting its tax burdens on families and businesses.
Education
A strong proponent of school choice, Locke supports the fundamental right of parents to direct the upbringing, education, and care of our children.
Elections & Public Integrity
We advocate for election and government integrity, investigate possible violations of election laws, and track threats to government integrity and to civilized public debate.
Energy
Providing groundbreaking research and policy proposals for making and keeping energy reliable and affordable.
Environment
Exploring market-based solutions to the most pressing environmental issues facing North Carolina.
Freedom Focus
In the spirit of John Locke’s own philosophies, we believe and support a free society, rather than one that is under the thumb of a powerful ruling class. We are also against the Communist and Marxist mentalities of “equity” or “social justice” that require unequal treatment under the law.
Health Care
Focusing on creating and pushing legislation that secures a free, competitive health care market for North Carolinians.
Law & Public Safety
Through research and policy proposals, Locke supports the protection of the public and the right to self-defense. Unfortunately, issues like overcriminalization and asset seizure have caused public safety to stray from that vital responsibility.
Legal insights
Legal Insights examines how laws, courts, and regulations impact individual liberty, economic freedom, and constitutional government in North Carolina.
NC 250
As America nears its 250th anniversary, this is an opportunity for North Carolina to reflect on its longstanding contributions to the nation’s history. Throughout the commemoration, the John Locke Foundation will share content and highlight stories that recognize the state’s role in shaping America.
Regulation
Government regulations typically restrict people’s behaviors and choices– causing economic damage, especially to society’s vulnerable who can least afford to comply. Locke works to deregulate and support innovation and growth.
Transportation
We advocate for effective transportation dollars and resources to address potentially dangerous travel conditions and research the impact of green energy policies.