By Matthew Holloway |
The Goldwater Institute will co-host a sold-out gathering in Phoenix on Monday, November 16. The event will bring together policy leaders, entrepreneurs, advocates, and other participants to discuss the election results and proposals centered on limited government, economic freedom, and individual liberty.
FreeCon Phoenix is scheduled from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Westin Phoenix Downtown. Goldwater, the 1912 Institute, and Freedom Conservatism are hosting the event.
Arizona Supreme Court Justice Clint Bolick will deliver the keynote address. Bolick previously served as Goldwater’s vice president for litigation and co-founded the Institute for Justice.
Discussions at the event will cover affordability, housing, job creation, state-level education reforms, and economic liberty. Participants will also discuss coalition building and approaches to expanding support for those policies.
“Expect inspiring speakers, spirited discussion, and meaningful opportunities to connect with others committed to advancing freedom in courtrooms, capitols, classrooms, marketplaces, media, and communities,” the event listing states. “From housing affordability and economic opportunity to educational excellence and strong communities, FreeCon Phoenix will offer an invigorating setting to learn, debate, and work toward a freer, more hopeful tomorrow.”
The announcement describes one focus as “building a big tent” while rejecting what organizers characterize as the tribalism of both progressivism and populism.
Scheduled speakers include Goldwater’s Victor Riches, Christina Sandefur, Timothy Sandefur, Matt Beienburg, Jon Riches, and Jenna Bentley.
Other announced participants include Danny Seiden of the Arizona Chamber of Commerce & Industry, Joe Pitts of the 1912 Institute, Jackson Moll of the Home Builders Association of Central Arizona, Jenny Clark of Love Your School, and Scot Mussi, president of the Arizona Free Enterprise Club.
The Phoenix event was announced before Election Day as a forum to examine the midterm results and discuss policy challenges and opportunities for 2027 and beyond. The October preview also identified regional gatherings in Philadelphia on November 17 and Raleigh on November 18.
Freedom Conservatism’s subsequent event announcement identified four post-election gatherings, including the November 18 Freedom & Progress Conference in Washington, D.C.
Goldwater said the Phoenix discussions are intended to help participants develop initiatives, form coalitions, and identify ways to advance individual rights and reduce barriers to employment and enterprise.
Matthew Holloway is a senior reporter for AZ Free News. Follow him on X for his latest stories, or email tips to Matthew@azfreenews.com.
