The James Madison Institute

The James Madison Institute (JMI) is a nonprofit, nonpartisan research and educational organization based in Tallahassee, Florida. Founded in 1987, JMI is one of the nation’s oldest and largest 501(c)3 organizations of its kind, with a team of 36 employees. JMI focuses on providing policy recommendations rooted in principles like limited government, economic freedom, federalism, and individual liberty. Their work spans a variety of public policy issues at the local, state, and federal levels, impacting lives across Florida. JMI's research has been featured in prominent media outlets such as USA Today, The Wall Street Journal, The Hill, Bloomberg, POLITICO, and Newsmax. The Institute houses several policy centers, including the J. Stanley Marshall Center for Educational Options, which was established in honor of the organization's founder, Dr. J. Stanley Marshall. JMI's commitment to unbiased research is demonstrated by their refusal to accept government funds or private contributions that could influence their findings. For more information about The James Madison Institute, its mission, and its work, visit their website at jamesmadison.org.