The Taxpayers Protection Alliance (TPA) launched the Free Trade Center in response to growing attacks on the free trade system in both political parties. In today’s interconnected global economy, eliminating tariffs and fostering free trade are essential for sustainable growth and global prosperity. As Americans continue to feel the brunt of inflation and the consequences of elevated government spending, they deserve access to quality products at affordable prices – not skyrocketing prices thanks to a trade war. Policymakers need to know that tariffs will always be passed on to the consumer via higher prices. The Free Trade Center will provide resources to policymakers and their staff, highlighting the importance of driving economic growth and lowering costs for consumers through increased competition.

TPA is a rapid response consumer and taxpayer group dedicated to analyzing and researching the consequences of government intervention in the economy. TPA examines public policy proposals through a non-partisan focus, identifying how government waste and overreach impacts taxpayers and consumers regardless of the political party responsible.

TPA holds government officials in the United States, and around the world, accountable through editorials, statements, coalition letters, public interest comments, and radio and television interviews. TPA recognizes the importance of reaching out to concerned citizens through traditional and new media, and utilizes blogs, videos, and social media to connect with taxpayers and government officials.

While TPA regularly publishes exposés and criticisms of politicians of all political stripes, TPA also provides constructive criticism and reform proposals based on market principles and a federalist philosophy. TPA empowers taxpayers and consumers to make their opinions known to their elected and non-elected officials and embraces bold solutions to hold an ever-growing government in check.