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October 2, 2006
National Security Undone
America faces grave challenges at home and abroad, yet Congress leaves town this week with almost nothing accomplished.
September 29, 2006
Shredding the Fourth Amendment
"Modernization Act" needlessly infringes rights of average Americans and does not make us safer.
September 29, 2006
A Travesty
Legislation destined for Bush today is an assault on the rule of law, an affront to American values, and a danger to our troops.
September 28, 2006
California and the Future of Energy
September 28, 2006
Middle Class in Turmoil
New CAP report shows that over the past five years, the number of families able to weather difficult times has declined dramatically.
September 28, 2006
The Moral Center and the Politics of Values
Panelists discuss new book by David Callahan about how progressives can more effectively speak to Americans’ value concerns.
September 27, 2006
Declassify the National Intelligence Estimates on Terrorism and Iraq
The American Public needs to know the full contents of the National Intelligence Estimates on terrorism and Iraq.
September 26, 2006
Questioning Basel II
Daniel Tarullo raises important questions about the advisability of the A-IRB approach in The New Accord.
September 26, 2006
Homeland Security Should Start with Energy Security
House Armed Services Subcommittee meets to discuss Defense Department?s alternative energy and energy efficiency programs.
September 26, 2006
Enhancing Biosecurity
New bill takes an important step towards countering the twin threats of natural pandemics and biological terrorism.
September 26, 2006
Health Savings Accounts Shift the Burden of Health Care Costs
HSAs shift the burden of health care costs onto individuals, who ultimately pay more for less care.
September 26, 2006
Ohio Needs Minimum Wage Boost
November ballot push in Ohio supported by new study that shows higher wages help state-wide economic growth.
September 26, 2006
Paying Attention to the Little Things
We need to devote greater attention and resources to the safety and environmental concerns that nanotechnology raises
September 26, 2006
Offending American and Christian Principles: The Public Expression of Religion Act of 2005
This legislation would effectively strip some victims of blatant religious discrimination of the right to seek justice.
September 25, 2006
A Call for United States Action in Darfur
It is time for Congress and the White House to make the U.S. a leader in resolving the conflict in Darfur.
September 25, 2006
You Read It Hear First: U.S. Less Safe from Terrorism
New National Intelligence Estimate confirms CAP and Foreign Policy assertions: Iraq war leaves America more vulnerable to terrorism.
September 22, 2006
The Growing Gap between the Military and America's Upper Classes
Center for American Progress event discusses a new book on how the lack of elites in the military hurts America.
September 22, 2006
Fool Me Twice
The detainee deal is a betrayal of the principles that Sen. John McCain and his colleagues have struggled to uphold.
September 22, 2006
Workers' Rights Threatened: A Discussion of the Pending National Labor Relations Board Cases
Center event discusses the potential outcome of the Kentucky River cases, which could deny many workers the right to unionize.
September 21, 2006
Think Again: Radio Marti: “Hecka of a Job, Kenny”
Tomlinson is at it again, using taxpayer money to pay conservative journalists to write "politically correct" news and editorials.
September 21, 2006
Get Serious About Biosecurity
Congress should push urgently needed funding to prepare America for a bioterrorist attack or pandemic flu outbreak.
September 21, 2006
Opposition to Dangerous Detainee Bill Grows
President claims his bill is necessary to "clarify" the rules for interrogations and protect classified information. Both claims are spurious.
September 20, 2006
Darfur Needs the United States
It's imperative that the Bush Administration and Congress must act quickly to help stop the genocide in Darfur.
September 20, 2006
Escalating Violence in Afghanistan
With U.S. attention diverted to Iraq, crime and violence in Afghanistan have soared back to pre-invasion levels.
September 20, 2006
Don’t Abandon Comprehensive Immigration Reform
Political posturing doesn't answer the need for comprehensive immigration reform.
September 20, 2006
Why a New Poll Tax?
Legislators should never embrace Congress' federal ID "solution" under consideration in the House today.
September 19, 2006
The Future of Farm Policy
Congress must seize this opportunity to make the investments needed to jumpstart and sustain a global agricultural economy.
September 19, 2006
Contributing to the National Conversation on Iraq
Event featuring CAP's Denis McDonough, discusses policy initiatives and practical ways to achieve better outcomes in Iraq.
September 19, 2006
Middle Church: Reclaiming the Moral Values of the Faithful Majority from the Religious Right
At CAP event, Rev. Bob Edgar calls on progressives to take new approaches for organizing the religious left.
September 19, 2006
Time to Talk to Iran
Sanctions are needed to get Iran's attention, but negotiations are equally important before considering military action.
September 18, 2006
American Energy: The Renewable Path to Energy Security
Report released by CAP and Worldwatch shows a clean, renewable energy future is urgently needed and achievable.
September 18, 2006
What the Public Really Wants on Education
Ruy Texeira's latest analysis of public opinion polls reveals strong support for public schools alongside intriguing views on educational reform.
September 18, 2006
The Toll of War
Equipment reset must play a role in the normal budget process to ensure efficiency and high readiness.
September 18, 2006
Taking Control of the Fight Against Terrorists: A Progressive Strategy to Protect Americans
New CAPAF report offers a strategy for decreasing the power of terrorists and increasing the safety of all Americans.
September 18, 2006
Immigration Reform Beyond the Border
We need to address the growing immigration challenge, not pour more money into doomed border enforcement-only proposals.
September 18, 2006
Lowry is Wrong
The U.S. could throw everything into Iraq, but only by endangering the all-volunteer Army and American national security.
September 15, 2006
Who is winning in the “Clash of Civilizations”?
House subcommittee hearing explored the role of religion and culture in U.S. relations with the Middle East.
September 15, 2006
The Hidden Threat: Combating Government Secrecy in the 21st Century
September 14, 2006
The Promise of Chimeras
Legislators should be careful that regulation of chimera research does not prevent life-saving research.
September 14, 2006
Why We Can't Send More Troops
Sending more troops right now would threaten to break our nation's all-volunteer Army and undermine our national security.
September 14, 2006
Think Again: 9/11: Business as Usual
The president and his allies once again use national day of mourning for political gain?with the help of the mainstream press.
September 13, 2006
More than a Choice: A Progressive Vision for Reproductive Health and Rights
This report presents a vision of reproductive rights that broadens the current discourse beyond the stagnant abortion debate.
September 13, 2006
Preying on our Military
Congress must heed the Depertment of Defense's call to protect our armed forces from exploitation.
September 13, 2006
Twenty Questions on Iraq
America's leaders in Congress need to ask the tough questions to help get America's Iraq policy back on the right track.
September 13, 2006
Tapped Out
September 12, 2006
Learning from our Mistakes
Prudhoe Bay proves that even well-intentioned regulations will not prevent spills and other environmental damage.
September 11, 2006
Economic Snapshot for September, 2006
Pressures of rising debt, poor wage growth, and worrisome macroeconomic developments squeeze America's anxious middle class.
September 11, 2006
Never Forget
September 11, 2006
Security at the Pier
Maritime security legislation must consider risk mitigation, consequence reduction, and emergency preparedness.
September 11, 2006
Katrina Victims Are Still Waiting
While unused FEMA trailers sit around undelivered, many Katrina victims are still waiting for low-income housing.
September 11, 2006
Stemming and Hawing
It's time to stop worrying about appeasing opponents of stem cell research and start focusing on research into life-saving cures.
September 8, 2006
Administration’s Detainee Bill Is Dangerous And Deeply Flawed
The President's flawed detainee bill would put our men and women in uniform at risk by seeking to undercut the Geneva Conventions.
September 8, 2006
Fund the Child: A Debate on Weighted Student Formulas
Panelists at Center for American Progress event debate the merits of a new formula for financing public education.
September 8, 2006
Five Years After 9/11: Metrics of Failure
On the fifth anniversary of 9/11, President Bush's policies in Iraq and at home have made us less safe today. See the metrics for yourself.
September 7, 2006
It’s About Time
The White House's disregard for the rule of law has caused years of delay and put the administration on tenuous legal ground.
September 7, 2006
Think Again: Spun Dizzy
The press needs to challenge the conservative spin machine on Iraq and al Qaeda. It's best to start with Tony Snow.
September 7, 2006
Time to Redeploy
Strategic redeployment plan outlined by CAP would prepare America to fight global terrorism at its roots.
September 6, 2006
Capitalism 101: Backdating is Backwards
September 6, 2006
The Common Good
One year after Katrina, the federal government must renew its effort to make Americans safe at home.
September 6, 2006
How Safe is America from a Terrorist Attack?
A bipartisan survey of national security experts says U.S. is less safe now than after 9/11 due to failed Bush administration policies.
September 6, 2006
Immigration Reform is Urgent
Congressional leaders must act quickly on this increasingly divisive issue, not exploit it for partisan political gain.
September 6, 2006
Renewing Our Commitment
The technology to transform our energy future exists today; Congress must commit to sustainable change.
September 6, 2006
Take Intelligence Seriously
President Bush undercores need for better intelligence, but congressional leaders can't find the time to fund U.S. intelligence.
September 6, 2006
Stop the Madness!
History has proven the failure of hiring private agencies to collect for the IRS; it’s not too late to prevent another catastrophe.
September 5, 2006
The Hard Cell
Obtaining stem cells from a single cell without damaging the embryo could remove primary ethical concerns from the table.
September 5, 2006
Leadership amid Controversy
CAP Senior Fellow Morton Halperin will give testimony regarding the recent controversy and future of the newly created U.N. council.
September 5, 2006
Regime Change Won't Work
Sanctions may be needed to get Iran's attention, but negotiations are equally important to resolution.
September 1, 2006
An Ever Increasing Divide
Census data suggests that the prospect of economic mobility for America's working families is more challenging than ever.
September 1, 2006