 Its leaders view the organization as a counterbalance to the progressive movement's unions and activist organizations.According to NBC News, "The New York Times" and others, some of AFP's policy positions align with the business interests of the Koch brothers and Koch Industries, including its support for rescinding energy regulations and environmental restrictions; expanding domestic energy production; lowering taxes; and reducing government spending, especially Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid.From 2004 to 2007, AFP was led by Nancy Pfotenhauer.