Ben Crockett ’25 is a Policy Scholar at the Texas Public Policy Foundation, where he combines data-driven research with accessible commentary to advance liberty, opportunity, and free enterprise.
Crockett’s commitment to civic life began early through his involvement in Junior Statesmen of America and Texas Boys State. A proud member of the Fightin’ Texas Aggie Class of 2025, he earned a B.A. in Political Science from Texas A&M University. During his time at A&M, he served as a Bush School Ambassador and on the Executive Council of the American Enterprise Institute’s collegiate chapter. His team earned top honors for Best Policy Paper at the Student Conference on National Affairs. Within the Student Government Association, Crockett rose from Vice President for Municipal Affairs to Chief of Policy, where he led policy analyses that contributed to four bills filed in the 89th Texas Legislature.
In 2024, the City of College Station recognized Crockett for his outstanding service and commitment to respectful civic discourse. In that same spirit, he founded 451 Now, a public-affairs book review podcast, where he has interviewed leading thinkers and public figures including former U.S. Senator Phil Gramm, George Will, and Dennis Prager.
His writing and commentary have appeared in regional and national publications, including The Dallas Morning News and The Federalist, and his work has been cited by outlets such as Chron.com and The Bryan-College Station Eagle. He has also served as a member of the Bush School Youth Leadership Program Advisory Board and as a contributor with Young Voices