The Origins and Evolution of Progressive Economics
Ruy Teixeira and John Halpin examine several core assumptions that broadly define a progressive approach to economics in terms of theory, values, and practice.
Books by CAP Authors
The American Way to Change
Shirley Sagawa on how national service and volunteers are transforming America.
The Shriver Report
Maria Shriver and the Center for American Progress on how a woman's nation changes everything.
Multimedia & Video
Interactive Map: America's Changing Demographics
Explore the changing demographics of the United States as people of color increasingly become a majority across the nation.
Our Growing Latino Population
Vanessa Cardenas discusses how the United States' Latino population can help boost relations with Latin America.
The Founding Fathers' Influence on Progressivism
John Halpin explains the progressive values in the Constitution and how Thomas Jefferson and Alexander Hamilton influenced progressive thought.
Video: Turning the Negative into Positive
Asma Uddin, editor and writer for Altmuslimah.com, talks about her work examining the question of gender and Islam.
How Progressive Are You?
Take the poll based on one the Center for American Progress employed to gauge the political leanings of our nation.
Recent Publications
- Faith and Family Equality: An Analysis of Arkansas’s 2008 Battle Over Same-Sex Adoption
- The Role of Faith in the Progressive Movement: Part Six of the Progressive Tradition Series
- Universal Human Rights in Progressive Thought and Politics: Part Four of the Progressive Tradition Series
- The Progressivism of America’s Founding: Part Five of the Progressive Tradition Series
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Gay & Transgender Issues
Giving Visibility to Gay and Transgender Health Care
CAP’s Jeff Krehely and Kellan Baker interview Brad Clark, Executive Director of One Colorado, about One Colorado’s report on gay and transgender health care in the Centennial State and its national implications.Religion & Values
Clean Energy Is a Matter of Justice
This week Jewish leaders across denominations signed a pledge with bold environmental goals, saying it is “a religious and moral imperative,” writes Catherine Woodiwiss.Religion & Values
Understanding the Mormon Faith
Sally Steenland interviews award-winning scholar Joanna Brooks about the history of Mormonism and its progressive tradition.More on Media & Progressive Values
Are Americans in Denial About Inequality?: Race and Beyond
Americans Want to Extend the Payroll Tax Cut Now: Public Opinion by Ruy Teixeira
When Books Disappear: Think Again by Eric Alterman
How Gov. Brewer Actually Helped President Obama: Race and Beyond
The Public Is Ready for Tax Reform: Public Opinion by Ruy Teixeira
Workplace Fairness for Gay and Transgender Workers: Big Benefits, Few-to-No Costs
The Changing Reality of the American Family: An Overview of Economic Security Challenges Facing LGBT Families and Their Children
“As Ronald Reagan Said... Oh Never Mind”: Think Again by Eric Alterman
Filling in the Data Gaps on Black Gay and Transgender Americans: Event Identifies Holes in Information and Offers Solutions
Americans Believe Our Economic System Favors the Wealthy: Public Opinion by Ruy Teixeira