Freedom in the 50 States is one of the most comprehensive and definitive sources on how public policies in each American state impact an individual’s economic, social, and personal freedoms. The Cato Institute’s 2021 edition improves on the methodology for weighting and combining state and local policies to create a comprehensive index, including a new section analyzing how state responses to COVID-19 have affected freedom since the pandemic began. In addition to the report being available as a free download, over 230 policy variables and their sources are available on a companion website for your individual use.
Freedom in the 50 States remains an essential reference for scholars, policymakers, and concerned citizens interested in advancing a better understanding of a free society.
