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April 7, 2008

This Week in Congress 4.7.08 - 4.11.08

CAP prepares you for testimony from Petraeus and Crocker, the Senate housing package, and international trade and the farm bill.
March 31, 2008

This Week in Congress 3.31.08 - 4.4.08

CAP has the resources you need to stay on top of this week's big issues on the hill, from the budget to housing and Iraq.
March 10, 2008

This Week in Congress 3.10.08 - 3.14.08

CAP has the resources you need to stay on top of this week's big issues on the hill, from the budget to FISA and Iraq.
March 4, 2008

Regaining America’s Competitive Edge: Energy Research and Development by the Numbers

CAP's by the numbers look at why the energy research-and-development budget must be doubled to transition to a low-carbon economy.
February 20, 2008

Major Weapon Systems Are Another Victim of Iraq

Despite record defense budgets, the war in Iraq continues to erode U.S. military readiness, writes Scott Lilly. By Scott Lilly
February 8, 2008

Bush’s Energy Budget: Proposals Not Consistent with Claims

Bush may say he wants to take on climate change, but his budget proposals for energy programs suggest otherwise.
February 6, 2008

Treating a Symptom, Not a Disease

Bush has again offered dangerous policy prescriptions that would further damage our broken health care system, says Karen Davenport. By Karen Davenport
February 5, 2008

Nussle’s Revenge: Bush Budget Director Strikes at State and Local Governments

White House assault on state and local governments in new budget proposal would mean $23 billion less federal assistance, writes Scott Lilly. By Scott Lilly
January 31, 2008

2008 Medicare Debate: Savings and Performance on the Line

Congress this year should focus on long-term fiscal savings and performance solutions, writes Karen Davenport. By Karen Davenport
January 22, 2008

This Week in Congress: 1.22.08-1.25.08

From economic stimulus to global warming and health care, CAP provides you with resources to say on top of the week on the Hill.
January 17, 2008

A Practical and Progressive Economic Stimulus and Recovery Plan

Laura Tyson, John Podesta and Sarah Wartell present Congress with CAPAF's practical and progressive economic stimulus plan. By John Podesta, Laura Tyson, Sarah Rosen Wartell
December 11, 2007

Economic Snapshot for December 2007

Families are still feeling the pressure of low growth, says Christian E. Weller, but we can put the economy back on track. By Christian E. Weller
December 3, 2007

This Week in Congress: 12.03.07 – 12.07.07

From the energy bill to FISA and the defense authorization, CAP provides you with resources to say on top of the week on the Hill.
November 29, 2007

Sole Sourcing: Handing Out Tax Dollars at the Labor Department

The way federal tax dollars are being handed out by the Employment and Training Administration finally gets needed attention, writes Scott Lilly. By Scott Lilly
November 28, 2007

Progressive Growth

A new plan for the next administration to transform America's economy through clean energy, innovation, and opportunity. By John Podesta, Sarah Rosen Wartell, David Madland
November 7, 2007

What the Public Really Wants on Budget Priorities

The public supports curbing Bush's tax cuts, increasing domestic spending, and reducing the deficit, writes Ruy Teixeira. By Ruy Teixeira
October 15, 2007

This Week in Congress: 10.15.07-10.19.07

From health care to digital television, CAP provides you with resources to stay on top of the week on the Hill.
October 12, 2007

Public Opinion Snapshot: Which Side Are You On? The Battle of the Budget

The public favors increased domestic appropriations, but the Bush administration and their conservative allies refuse to listen. By Ruy Teixeira
September 29, 2007

Iraq, Pentagon spending and the Iowa Caucuses

But as we inevitably disengage f rom Iraq, it's essential that America evaluate not just what went wrong there but also take a broader look at America's national security requirements and whether the Pentagon budget is suff icient to protect America. By Lawrence J. Korb
September 28, 2007

Engineering a Train Wreck

Scott Lilly writes about why the White House and its congressional allies are working hard to obstruct the appropriations process. By Scott Lilly
September 26, 2007

What Are You Paying for the War?

See how much taxpayers in each state are paying for the war in Iraq.
September 11, 2007

Economic Snapshot for October 2007

Christian E. Weller examines economic risks, including the end of the housing boom, massive household debt, and continued budget deficits. By Christian E. Weller
August 20, 2007

Flim Flam Won’t Fix Roads

Scott Lilly makes sense of earmarks in highway legislation, the president’s budget claims, and plans to make our infrastructure stronger. By Scott Lilly
August 17, 2007

Failing Infrastructure by the Numbers

The numbers show we can stop the perpetual underfunding and deferred maintenance that is accelerating structural decay.
August 16, 2007

Farm Bill Robs Poor to Pay Rich

A major aid organization turns down millions in U.S. food aid because Farm Bill subsidies hurt the people the food would help.
August 8, 2007

Responsibly Addressing the Nation's Needs

By Christian E. Weller
August 7, 2007

Consequences of Disinvestment?

Scott Lilly explains how the White House can avoid greater economic and personal costs by supporting Congress’ budget additions now. By Scott Lilly
July 31, 2007

Breakfast at the White House

When congressional leaders meet with Bush on the budget, they'll have a stronger hand than White House strategists probably imagined. By Scott Lilly
July 27, 2007

Public Opinion Snapshot: Americans’ Budget Priorities

Our nation knows that Congress today is more trustworthy than President Bush when it comes to dealing with the budget deficit, writes Ruy Teixeira. By Ruy Teixeira
July 24, 2007

How to Get Fewer Scientists

By Gene Sperling
July 23, 2007

This Week in Congress: 7.23.07 – 7.27.07

From appropriations bills to the Farm Bill, CAP provides you with resources to stay on top of the week in Congress.
July 23, 2007

Showdown on Government Investment

Scott Lilly speaks out on the additions Congress has proposed for the 2008 budget and why they are important. By Scott Lilly
July 13, 2007

Cutting Corners on Domestic Spending

Scott Lily talks on camera about how domestic spending cuts are effecting the everyday lives of Americans. By Scott Lilly
June 13, 2007

When Chutzpah is an Understatement

Scott Lilly sets the record straight on earmarking and explains why current criticism over the appropriations process is misguided. By Scott Lilly
June 11, 2007

How to Run a Budget like an Idiot

By Matt Miller
April 26, 2007

A Unified Security Budget for the United States, FY 2008

By Miriam Pemberton, Lawrence J. Korb
April 19, 2007

Economic Snapshot for April, 2007

Recent trends are better than expected, but families still feel pressures, and weak jobs growth leaves breadwinners vulnerable. By Christian E. Weller
April 11, 2007

Are We Prepared for Another Katrina?

CAP report offers emergency preparedness guidance as House and Senate committees consider the path forward in the Gulf Coast.
April 11, 2007

Spinning the Supp

Scott Lilly examines why the spinmeisters at the White House are blowing smoke instead of debating the real issues in Iraq. By Scott Lilly
March 22, 2007

Understanding the Waters-Boehner Coalition

Supplemental appropriation for Iraq creates strange bedfellows on Capitol Hill, observes Scott Lilly. That's a problem. By Scott Lilly
March 6, 2007

Reexamining Security Priorities

Congress has the opportunity to strengthen our national security by taking a more balanced approach to the 2008 defense budget.
February 14, 2007

Sick Transit

By Ben Adler
February 8, 2007

No Gimmick Left Behind

Scott Lilly blasts administration’s education funding for concealing rather than illuminating the hard choices Congress must confront. By Scott Lilly
February 6, 2007

Lost Opportunities: Bush Defense Spending is Misplaced

P.J. Crowley crunches the numbers in the proposed spending plan for the war in Iraq this year and next, finding $1 trillion in misspent money. By P.J. Crowley
February 6, 2007

Medicare and Medicaid Cuts Threaten Families, Seniors, and Children

By cutting Medicare and Medicaid by $102 billion, Bush is failing to make responsible choices needed to maintain affordable health coverage for millions.
February 5, 2007

Statement on President Bush’s Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2008

New budget proposal continues the same misguided economic policy that neglects problems at home while racking up national debt.
January 22, 2007

Five Economic Challenges That Need More Policy Attention

Gene Sperling and Christian Weller weigh in on economic issues that need more policy attention in the coming year. By Gene Sperling, Christian E. Weller
January 12, 2007

Economic Snapshot for January, 2007

Uncertainties loom as housing boom ends, family and federal debt mount, and employment remains subdued. By Christian E. Weller
December 21, 2006

The U.S. Economy in Review: 2006

Weller reports that slowing job growth, eroding housing market, and rising federal debt underscore the fragile state of economic growth. By Christian E. Weller

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