Centerline America

08/28/2026

Our latest poll found that Americans are united on how to tackle social isolation. While only 34% see a direct government role in solving loneliness, there is overwhelming bipartisan support for community-focused policies.

Learn more:https://centerlineamerica.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Memo-Centerline-Social-Isolation-Poll.pdf

08/27/2026

🚨NEW POLL: The latest edition of Centerline Liberties’ poll series is out, highlighting how social isolation continues to affect a significant portion of the American public. Key takeaways 👇

• 67% of American voters reported experiencing at least one sign of social isolation in the past week.
• The “lonely senior” stereotype has it backward; 78% of voters under 45 report signs of disconnection, compared to 43% of 65+.
• Voters point to screen time as the #1 personal obstacle to seeing loved ones.
• There is massive bipartisan support for community policy solutions, including school phone bans (88%) and funding for parks and libraries (86%).

08/26/2026

South Dakota Sen. John Thune is pushing for energy development permitting reform, calling it a rare and much-needed opportunity for bipartisan action:

U.S. Sen. John Thune said energy permitting reform could offer a rare opportunity for bipartisanship in Congress.

08/24/2026

In a recent Fox News op-ed, Former Republican Sen. Pat Toomey argues that our broken permitting system is driving up the cost of living. Red tape delays critical clean energy and housing projects, restricting supply and hurting affordability.

Read more: https://www.foxnews.com/opinion/americas-broken-permitting-system-quietly-raising-cost-living

08/21/2026

A recent Nebraska Examiner piece highlights that childcare is too expensive and too hard to find, forcing many parents to make impossible choices between their careers and their kids - but the bipartisan Childcare Modernization Act, led by Senator Deb Fischer and Congresswoman Ashley Hinson, tackles the crisis head-on by aiming to expand provider supply, cut red tape, and lower costs for working families.

Childcare can be nearly as expensive as a mortgage in some Midwest states, but legislation sponsored by two lawmakers aims to reduce that cost by increasing subsidy eligibility and funding new childcare centers.

08/20/2026

In a polarized political climate, Centerline Liberties’ recent poll finds that voters across every party back every single AI guardrail tested by margins of 40 points or more.

Republican pollster Alex Lundry shares more on these findings:https://centerlineamerica.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Centerline-Liberties-Poll-Finds-Overwhelming-Bipartisan-Support-for-AI-Guardrails-Press-Release.pdf

08/18/2026

ICYMI: In a recent New Hampshire Union Leader op-ed, Retired Brig. Gen. Don Bolduc challenges all Americans to shatter the political “dome of obedience” that is fueling extreme political polarization. To reclaim our democratic promise, he argues we must:

1) Elevate pragmatic bipartisanship
2) Cultivate spaces for brave dialogue
3) Prioritize civic duty over blind party loyalty
4) Invest in media literacy

Read the full piece here:

The United States is grappling with a profound and growing polarization that threatens to incapacitate our Republic, stall progress, and fracture our democratic processes. The metaphorical “dome of obedience” enveloping

08/17/2026

Centerline Liberties’ latest poll on AI finds bipartisan support for guardrails—even though nearly 1/3 of voters use it almost daily.

See the breakdown by demographics, usage, and key guardrails in our infographic: The numbers behind the AI trust gap 📊

08/14/2026

America needs an energy strategy that works, but red tape is standing in the way. A recent piece from National Taxpayers Union explains why Congress should pass permitting reform. Regulatory certainty means more grid investment, abundant supply, and lower costs for consumers. Check it out ➡️

Before Congress leaves Washington for August recess, lawmakers must confront one unfinished issue with bipartisan support: energy permitting reform. Negotiators have spent years trying to cut red tape that makes it difficult and expensive to build new power in America. The biggest obstacle is whethe...

08/13/2026

While voters feel positive about their own family's AI usage (+14), fear for the next generation's job prospects (-8) remains a top concern.

Centerline Advisor Brad Williamson shares more on our recent AI survey:https://centerlineamerica.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Centerline-Liberties-Poll-Finds-Overwhelming-Bipartisan-Support-for-AI-Guardrails-Press-Release.pdf