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American Potential

American Potential

American Potential is a national award-winning podcast that shares how individuals are taking action in their communities to break barriers. While some of our guests may be public officials or influencers, many are ordinary Americans who decided, “enough is enough,” and are stepping up in a big way. We share policy solutions to the most important challenges our country faces and talk to people who are doing something about it. Our hope is that when you hear about other people’s stories of success –

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24:57

From Sierra Leone to Philly: Ernestine Johnson on...

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2026/02/26

On this episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with Philadelphia native Ernestine Johnson, whose story embodies the spirit of America’s 250th anniversary. A first-generation American with roots in Sierra Leone, Ernestine shares how her family’s experience with civil war and voter suppression shaped her deep appreciation for the right to vote and civic engagement.What started as working the polls in her community turned into a journey of political activism, running for office, and

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Emily Seidel on America 250, One Small Step, and...

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2026/02/17

In this episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with Emily Seidel, CEO of Americans for Prosperity, live from Philadelphia as the America 250 celebrations begin. Together, they reflect on the founding principles that shaped the nation — self-governance, individual liberty, and the belief that our rights come from our Creator — and why those ideas are still essential 250 years later.As pride in America declines and more people feel the American Dream is out of reach, Emily explains

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27:23

New Hampshire Right to Try: Michael Yakubovich’s...

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2026/01/29

In this episode of American Potential, host David From talks with Sarah Scott about the remarkable story of Michael Yakubovich and the successful push to pass Right to Try legislation in New Hampshire. A former state representative, Michael was diagnosed with a terminal illness and quickly ran into the harsh reality many patients face: limited treatment options and government barriers standing between them and potential hope.Rather than accept those limits, Michael turned his personal fight into a

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34:54

Blake Fuhriman on Founding Veterans Navigation...

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2026/01/27

In this episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with Blake Fuhriman, founder of the Veterans Navigation Network, to discuss his journey from Army Ranger to veteran advocate in Montana. Blake shares how combat injuries, the difficult transition to civilian life, and gaps in veteran support inspired him to create a veteran-led network built on mentorship, connection, and purpose.Blake explains how Veterans Navigation Network helps veterans navigate healthcare, benefits, employment,

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38:17

Illinois Government Overreach Targeted Homeschool...

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2026/01/22

In this episode of American Potential, host David From talks with Christie Black and Matt Black, Illinois homeschool parents who became grassroots leaders in the fight against a proposed state mandate that would have forced homeschooling families to register with the government—backed by fines and even jail time for parents who failed to comply. They explain why the proposal represented serious government overreach and how vague enforcement powers could have punished families over paperwork instead

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21:48

50 Stars, 50 Stories: Kansas and New Mexico Trivia...

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2026/01/20

In this episode of American Potential, host David From is joined by Elizabeth Patton, Americans for Prosperity–Kansas State Director, and JD Marmion, Americans for Prosperity–New Mexico Deputy State Director, for the next installment of 50 Stars, 50 Stories—spotlighting the states that joined the Union in January through a fast-paced trivia showdown.After the fun, the conversation turns serious: Kansas efforts to lower energy costs, rein in state spending, and a major August constitutional

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22:25

LIBRE Executive Director Sandra Benitez on Empowering...

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2025/12/24

As 2026 approaches, host David From continues a year-end series with leaders across the Stand Together community—looking back at key wins from the past year and what’s ahead.In this episode, Sandra Benitez, Executive Director of The LIBRE Initiative, explains how LIBRE empowers Hispanic Americans through limited-government principles, grassroots leadership, and policy advocacy in 13 states and in Washington, D.C. Sandra shares how LIBRE helped mobilize Hispanic communities around major federal tax

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27:15

Feeding America at the Border: Cory Mellon on...

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2025/12/19

Yuma, Arizona plays a critical role in feeding the United States, supplying much of the nation’s leafy greens during the winter months. But farming at the border comes with unique challenges.In this episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with Cory Mellon, Chief Operating Officer of his family’s farm, to discuss the realities of agriculture in a border community. Cory explains how the H-2A visa program supports legal farm labor, why generational workers are essential to the

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27:56

Life on the Border: Mayor Douglas Nicholls on Yuma,...

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2025/12/17

What happens to a community when the border system breaks down — and what does it look like when order is restored?In this episode of American Potential, host David travels to Yuma, Arizona, to speak with Mayor Douglas Nicholls, who shares firsthand insight into the strain massive border crossings placed on his community and what life looks like now as crossings have dramatically declined. Mayor Nicholls discusses the impact on local law enforcement, emergency services, nonprofits, and residents,

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18:24

Former Border Patrol Chief Chris Clem on Securing the...

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2025/12/15

On this episode of American Potential, host David From sits down in Yuma, Arizona with Chris Clem, former Border Patrol sector chief and senior adviser on border security and child trafficking issues.Chief Clem explains how border security in Yuma has dramatically changed—from thousands of illegal crossings per day to a fraction of that—thanks to renewed enforcement, local–federal cooperation, and investments from the One Big Beautiful Bill. He breaks down why border security isn’t just about

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32:12

How the One Big Beautiful Bill Expands HSAs, Direct...

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2025/12/03

On this episode of American Potential, host David From welcomes back Dean Clancy, Senior Health Policy Fellow at Americans for Prosperity, to break down the major health care wins inside the One Big Beautiful Bill passed this summer.Dean explains how the bill expands access to Health Savings Accounts (HSAs), allowing millions more Americans to save tax-free for health care. Even more exciting — HSA funds can now be used for Direct Primary Care (DPC) subscriptions and telehealth, giving families

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30:52

How the One Big Beautiful Bill Shields Americans From...

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2025/12/01

On this episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with Patrick Fleenor, the Tax Policy Fellow for Americans for Prosperity, to break down how the One Big Beautiful Bill stopped the largest tax hike in U.S. history. Patrick explains how the bill simplifies parts of the tax code, keeps more money in the hands of families and job creators, and strengthens pro-growth policies like full expensing and R&D deductions.They also tackle common myths about who benefits from tax cuts,

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33:35

Spike Cohen: Exposing CPS Abuse and Helping Families...

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2025/11/28

In this episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with Spike Cohen, founder and president of You Are The Power, to talk about how ordinary people can push back against extraordinary government abuse—and win. From eminent domain land grabs to “medical kidnapping” and CPS overreach, Spike shares how his organization uses public pressure and storytelling to force officials to do the right thing.Spike explains how his 2020 vice-presidential run opened his eyes to countless local

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30:25

50 Stars, 50 Stories: South Dakota & North Carolina...

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2025/11/26

In this 50 Stars, 50 Stories edition of American Potential, host David From sits down with Jennifer Beving, Deputy State Director for AFP–South Dakota, and Tyler Voight, State Director for AFP–North Carolina, for a lively blend of state trivia and state leadership.Jennifer shares how AFP–South Dakota is helping citizens get involved, show up in Pierre, and keep government small, while Tyler explains how North Carolina transformed its business climate, strengthened freedom, and became a top

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30:12

From a Sandwich Board to the Statehouse: State...

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2025/10/20

Sometimes, the smallest frustrations can spark the biggest changes. In this episode of American Potential, host David From talks with State Representative Tony McCombie, the first female Republican Leader in the Illinois House of Representatives, about how a dispute over a sandwich board sign outside her small café inspired her to run for office—and ultimately lead her state’s GOP caucus.Rep. McCombie shares her journey from small-town business owner and mayor to becoming one of Illinois’

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32:00

From Crisis to Reform: Building a Sustainable...

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2025/10/20

As America ages, states face a tough question: how do we fund long-term care and protect the truly vulnerable without crowding out everything else? In this episode of American Potential, host David From talks with Brian Blase, President of the Paragon Health Institute, about why Medicaid’s design is straining state budgets—and what to do about it. Blase explains how open-ended federal matching, expansion to able-bodied adults, and “legalized money-laundering” schemes (like provider taxes) have

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22:40

The Common Man’s Journey: Jimmie Smith on Service,...

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2025/09/01

What does it look like when an ordinary American, with no political pedigree, takes one small step to get involved and ends up reshaping his community? In this episode of American Potential, host David From welcomes Jimmie Smith, Brand Development Director at Concerned Veterans for America, to share his remarkable story.Jimmie’s path began in the woods of Florida, where as a boy he dreamed of serving his country. He left high school early, joined the Army at 17, and spent 20 years in uniform. But

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19:43

From Humble Beginnings to Congress: Monica De La Cruz...

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2025/08/18

In this special episode of American Potential, guest host Daniel Garza sits down with Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz during LIBRE’s Fly-In event to discuss the shifting political landscape among Hispanic Americans, especially in South Texas. As the first Hispanic female Republican to serve a full term from her district, Congresswoman De La Cruz shares her inspiring personal journey from humble beginnings to public service.She addresses critical topics such as the rejection of socialism within

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Special Episode – Senator Rick Scott on Reviving the...

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2025/08/13

In this special edition of American Potential, guest host Daniel Garza sits down with U.S. Senator Rick Scott for an inspiring and candid conversation recorded during LIBRE’s fly-in. Senator Scott shares his personal journey from growing up in public housing to building the largest hospital company in the nation, serving as Florida’s two-term governor, and now representing the state in the U.S. Senate.They discuss the economic turnaround Scott led in Florida—reversing job losses, slashing fees,

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23:23

Kurt Couchman on Rescissions: How Cutting Federal...

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2025/08/11

Most people don’t get excited about federal spending cuts—but maybe they should. In this episode of American Potential, host David From talks with Kurt Couchman, Senior Policy Fellow at Americans for Prosperity, about the little-known budget tool called “rescissions” and why it matters for every taxpayer.Kurt explains how the rescission process works, why it was used heavily by presidents like Ronald Reagan, and how recent packages—like the $9.4 billion in cuts to outdated and duplicative

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