The Republican National Convention (RNC) for this election season has been the center of focus, with Trump and his supporters receiving spotlight. Despite multiple controversies and 34 felony convictions in recent years, support for Trump remains unwavering at the RNC. The party has highlighted significant issues like crime, immigration, and identity politics, which they consider pivotal.
In 2022, Trump’s official campaign embarked on publishing a series of policy plans, known as Agenda47, on the campaign website. The idea is to provide voters a view of what Trump’s policies could look like if he were to ascend to the throne again.
#### What is Agenda47?
Agenda47 serves as Trump’s official policy platform for his 2024 presidential campaign. These policies range from dealing with climate change and economic issues to managing immigration. They vastly differ from Project 2025, which was created by the far-right think tank, the Heritage Foundation. While Project 2025 is more of a guidebook for future conservatives, Agenda47 documents Trump’s official stance on these issues.
### Trump’s Approach to Education as Documented in Agenda47
Among the several themes of Trump’s Agenda47, his proposals on education reform stand out. His plans include defunding institutions that do not teach conservative values and establishing rules to “save” schools from the perceived threat of “Radical Left maniacs.” The incorporation of prayer in public schools, certification of educators who “embrace patriotic values,” and prioritizing home and religious schooling are parts of his proposed changes.
The Agenda47 approach towards higher education involves a stringent crackdown on universities allegedly nurturing Communism and terrorism, exemplified by referring to an institution as reputed as Harvard. The plan insists on replacing the existing accreditation system with one that adheres to GOP values, followed by hefty fines on universities defying the norms.
### Immigration Policies in Trump’s Agenda
Immigration, a controversial aspect of Trump’s previous tenure, is a vital part of Agenda47. Trump’s conveyance of immigrants as “criminals” forms the policy’s crux, together with his proposed executive and presidential orders to overhaul the country’s immigration system.
### Trump’s Plan for Crime and Healthcare
To tackle crime, Agenda47 proposes measures to restore “law and order,” including hiring more police officers and protecting them through liability provisions. The policy includes a strong stance against drug networks, gangs, and biased law firms, employing federal troops for maintaining law and order.
On healthcare, Agenda47 advocates for increasing the production of essential medical devices and medicines within the U.S., thus aiming to avoid shortages. Economics form a considerable part of Agenda47, with a focus on ‘pro-American’ policies, protection of Medicare, Social Security, and advocating for ‘buy American.’
In matters of welfare and social security, Trump maintains his strong stance on not reducing a single penny from Medicare or Social Security. The reason advanced is Democratic overspending that is eroding these vital programs.
### Trump’s stand on LGBTQIA+ rights
Trump’s perceived anti-LGTBQIA+ stance, particularly targeting transgender individuals, is evident in Agenda47 policies. The agenda includes ceasing healthcare provision from any provider offering gender-affirming care to youth, advocating for laws recognizing only male and female genders, and ceasing all government programs promoting transitioning.
Regardless of the controversies and criticisms surrounding Trump and his policies, the unwavering support for him at the RNC indicates the complexity and polarization of American politics. As Trump campaigns with his Agenda47, it remains to be seen how these proposals could chart the country’s future.
