Cato Institute

The Cato Institute is a nonprofit research organization based in Washington, D.C., that advocates for libertarian principles. Founded in 1977, it promotes limited government, individual liberty, free markets, and peace. Cato conducts research and publishes reports on various public policy issues, including economics, education, healthcare, and civil liberties. It aims to influence public opinion and policymakers by providing arguments and data supporting less government intervention in people's lives and greater personal responsibility. Overall, Cato seeks to advance ideas that uphold freedom and reduce the role of government in society.