Freedom & Progress 2024

As cryptocurrencies become increasingly mainstream, politicians like Donald Trump are calling for the U.S. government to build a strategic stockpile of Bitcoin. This panel will explore what such a move would mean for ordinary Americans, including potential risks and benefits for national security, financial stability, and U.S. leadership in the digital economy.

Legal immigration enriches America’s cultural fabric and plays a vital role in sustaining a strong, dynamic economy, but our current system for managing it is broken. This panel will explore ways to fix some of its most pressing issues, including strengthening legal immigration pathways to address workforce shortages, drive economic growth, and enhance national competitiveness. Panelists will discuss the biggest challenges facing the current system and propose solutions to ensure that legal immigration continues to support a vibrant society.

Waste, fraud, and abuse are straining the welfare system, creating an urgent need for innovative solutions that ensure that benefits reach those who truly need them. This panel will explore new research on how digital identity can revolutionize welfare delivery by enhancing accountability and reducing inefficiencies. Experts will discuss how digital tools can verify eligibility, streamline access, and safeguard taxpayer resources while creating a more equitable and efficient system for recipients.