The John K. MacIver Institute for Public Policy, Inc. Mission Statement

The John K. MacIver Institute for Public Policy is a Wisconsin-based think tank that promotes free markets, individual freedom and responsible government. The MacIver Institute will produce timely research, thought-provoking analysis and compelling commentary that impacts public perception and, ultimately, the public policy debate in Wisconsin. We believe that if Wisconsin citizens are given accurate information in a thought-provoking and entertaining format, they will demand less spending, fiscal honesty and sensible regulation from their government.

Background:

Our namesake, John MacIver, preached the notion that ideas are the most powerful force in politics. Though he never held a government post, few citizens of Wisconsin have had a greater impact on the public affairs of this state and the nation. John MacIver either founded or led many of the most effective business, civic, cultural and political organizations in Milwaukee and Wisconsin. An advisor to Presidents, college interns and business titans, he preached that good government could be good politics. The MacIver Institute will develop a new generation of ideas that promote free markets, individual freedom and responsible government.  