The Republican Liberty Caucus has released its 2024 Liberty Index, providing a comprehensive analysis of how Republican members of Congress voted on crucial liberty issues throughout the year. The results paint a stark picture of the divide between true liberty advocates and those who merely pay lip service to limited government principles.
The Liberty Index examined 20 pivotal votes affecting individual rights, limited government, and free markets. From government spending and surveillance to foreign intervention and free speech, these votes represented key moments where Representatives could either stand for liberty or embrace big government.
Key Findings:
The average Republican score was a disappointing 34 out of 100, revealing that most GOP members routinely vote against liberty principles despite their campaign rhetoric. However, a small group of Representatives consistently defended liberty, with Kentucky’s Thomas Massie and Arizona’s Andy Biggs leading the pack at 102 points each (including bonus points for sponsoring pro-liberty legislation).
Top Performers:
Thomas Massie (KY) – 102
Andy Biggs (AZ) – 102
Eli Crane (AZ) – 97
Scott Perry (PA) – 97
Matt Rosendale (MT) – 97
Chip Roy (TX) – 97
Marjorie Taylor Greene (GA) – 96
Bob Good (VA) – 92
The Index revealed particularly concerning voting patterns on fiscal issues. Multiple continuing resolutions and omnibus spending bills passed with significant Republican support, despite adding to our $36 trillion national debt. Additionally, Republicans frequently sided with leadership on bills expanding government surveillance powers and sending billions in foreign aid abroad.
Critical votes analyzed included:
What’s particularly notable about the top performers is their consistency across different types of liberty issues. Whether the vote involved spending, privacy, foreign policy, or regulatory matters, these Representatives maintained their commitment to constitutional principles.
The Liberty Index serves as an essential tool for holding Representatives accountable to their promises of supporting limited government and individual rights. It cuts through campaign rhetoric to show exactly how members voted when it mattered most.
Looking ahead to 2025, the RLC will continue monitoring these crucial votes and providing transparency about which Representatives truly stand for liberty. The complete Liberty Index, including detailed vote breakdowns and methodology, is available at Liberty Index 2024 – US House.
For liberty advocates and constituents looking to hold their Representatives accountable, this index provides clear, actionable data about who genuinely fights for limited government principles and who simply talks about them during campaign season.
Upon review of Tom Emmer’s score on another URL (conservative review), he scored 69%. If the House Whip is scoring a D on his report card, this highlights the issue why the avg score is so low. You need a stronger leader to get the others in line.