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The Terrorism Index
CAP and FOREIGN POLICY find that top security experts believe the world is becoming more dangerous for the U.S. and the American people.Other Global Terrorism Features
May 5, 2008
What to Do About the Terrorist Safe Haven in Pakistan
What are the Federally Administered Tribal Areas? Why should we be concerned about them? And what can we do about them?
May 2, 2008
Another Clear Warning: State Department Report Shows Alarming Trend
Caroline Wadhams and Colin Cookman offer analysis of new State Department report that reiterates Al Qaeda and its affiliates are strengthening and expanding.
April 23, 2008
We Need a Plan for the Federally Administered Tribal Areas
Caroline Wadhams and Colin Cookman outline six strategic guideposts for addressing the Federally Administered Tribal Areas in Pakistan.
January 30, 2008
Shutter This Death Trap
December 27, 2007
Pakistan Front and Center: Bhutto Assassination Adds to Crisis
The political crisis was palpable when I left the country last week, writes Brian Katulis, but Bhutto's murder will require greater U.S. resolve.
December 10, 2007
40 Reasons to Reengage in Afghanistan
The mission in Afghanistan is in jeopardy, and we cannot afford to lose. The good news is that we can succeed if we reengage.
December 5, 2007
Return to a Proven Path: Established Systems Can Handle Terrorists
Hoffman and Gude argue that the criminal justice system can be used to try terrorists without undermining liberties or efforts to combat terrorism.
November 1, 2007
Cassandra’s Conundrum
October 22, 2007
Crib Sheet: "Islamofascism"
September 20, 2007
Insuring Against Terrorism
As long as the U.S. faces a significant threat from terrorist networks, we must ensure the economy is properly protected, says P.J. Crowley.
September 10, 2007
The Abandoned Front in the War on Terrorism
While conservatives have been focusing on Iraq, Al Qaeda and the Taliban have been rebuilding their capabilities in Afghanistan and Pakistan.
September 7, 2007
Key Questions on the White House Report and Petraeus-Crocker Testimony
Making sure the American public gets the full facts on Iraq when Gen. Petraeus and Ambassador Crocker present their case to Congress.
September 6, 2007
Interactive Map: Al Qaeda Attacks Around the World
The war in Iraq has distracted attention and diverted resources away from the fight against terrorism worldwide.
September 5, 2007
CAP Interviews John Feal, 9/11 First Responder and Founder of the FealGood Foundation
John Feal was a 9/11 first responder who has made it his mission to help other heroes in need of medical care and financial assistance.
August 7, 2007
Europe Confronts Islam
Reluctance to embrace the Muslim community in Western Europe threatens to alienate people who are key to curbing future terrorist attacks.
July 13, 2007
Public Opinion Snapshot: Public Understands the “War on Terror” Isn’t Working
The public understands what the CIA knows and the president won’t admit: we’re not winning the war against our terrorist enemies.
June 26, 2007
Habeas Corpus Extends to Gitmo
Bush may or may not close Gitmo, but Congress still needs to ensure anyone can challenge their confinement in court, says Ken Gude.
June 12, 2007
A Path to a Stable North Africa: Preventing Another Terror Haven
To prevent the region from becoming a breeding ground for terrorism, the U.S. should urge a resolution of the Western Sahara dispute.
June 7, 2007
One Small Step for Biosecurity: CAP Reform Proposal Bears Fruit
The Bush administration’s troubled BioShield program finds its feet thanks to change in financing terms promoted by CAP experts.
June 6, 2007
Toward A Stable Afghanistan: Economic Aid Long Overdue
A stable Afghanistan, inhospitable to terrorists as a safe haven, is within reach if Congress approves aid, says Caroline Wadhams.
April 30, 2007
How to Resolve the Iranian Nukes Crisis, In Just Three Steps
Confused about the Iranian nukes crisis? Here's an explanation of the situation and how CAP's experts think we should handle it.
March 21, 2007
Rethinking Our Strategy on Terrorism
Experts surveyed in the recent Terrorism Index overwhelmingly agree that the U.S. must shift its focus in the war on global terrorist networks.
March 20, 2007
The Energy Warp
Peter Ogden outlines a strategy for boosting our national security by reducing dependence on oil from unstable and hostile regimes.
March 19, 2007
Iraq By the Numbers
The U.S.-led invasion of Iraq began four years ago. Here's an assessment of what the war has cost us in lives, funds, and lost opportunities.
March 5, 2007
Lessons from the Somalia Bombing
February 27, 2007
Getting on the Security Train
P.J. Crowley says new legislation is a good first step, but better rail and chemical security must anticipate vulnerabilities and fix them now.
February 14, 2007
Assessing Our National Security
Reps. Reyes and Shays highlight findings of the new, nonpartisan survey of top foreign policy experts from CAP and FOREIGN POLICY.
February 13, 2007
The Terrorism Index
CAP and FOREIGN POLICY find that top security experts believe the world is becoming more dangerous for the U.S. and the American people.
January 18, 2007
Harboring Terrorists
Senior Policy Analyst Caroline Wadhams outlines an action plan for eliminating al-Qaeda’s power in the Middle East.
January 11, 2007
After Iraq: The Next Steps in the "War on Terror"
Richard Clark says: escalation is not the answer, and continued military involvement is a distraction, a magnet for terrorism, and a waste of lives.
January 8, 2007
Time to Act
P.J. Crowley outlines 14 steps to take in 2007 to further implement the 9/11 Commission recommendations and make America safer.
December 27, 2006
The Critical Choice in Iraq
A memo on Iraq from John Podesta, Lawrence J. Korb, and Brian Katulis of the Center for American Progress.
December 12, 2006
Beyond Borders
December 6, 2006
Time to Act: Iraq Study Group Offers Way Forward
Lawrence Korb asks the president to take report’s criticisms seriously, and act swiftly to change course in the Middle East.
November 29, 2006
Troops and Resources Are Stretching Thin
The United States cannot fight global terrorist networks effectively without redeploying troops from Iraq to focus more energy on Afghanistan.
November 28, 2006
Renewing America’s Commitment in Afghanistan
With Bush’s international credibility low due to Iraq, the U.S. will have to step up and renew its commitment to bring security back to Afghanistan.
November 9, 2006
Think Again: Back to 9/11: Was Condi a Friend in Need?
Why hasn’t more investigation been done into 9/11 Commission Chairman Zalikow’s close relationship with Secretary Rice?
November 6, 2006
Where's Osama? The Bush Administration Has No Idea
After 9/11, America wanted Osama bin Laden dead or alive. President Bush missed his mark, but it's not too late to finish the job.
October 25, 2006
Meet the New Iraq Plan, Same as the Old Iraq Plan
Bush Administration's new timeline for Iraq isn't a plan, it's rhetoric. Alternatives based on facts on the ground could still work.
October 16, 2006
The Failure of Regime Change
Bush foreign policy fails America, but it’s not too late to change course.
October 6, 2006
Afghanistan Five Years On: No Time to Celebrate
The fifth anniversary of our invasion is unfortunately no time to celebrate. But that doesn’t mean we can’t ultimately win.
October 6, 2006
Highlight: The Terrorism Index
The U.S. must devote more attention to Iraq and Afghanistan to win the war against terrorist networks.
October 4, 2006
A Progressive Response to Terror
October 2, 2006
Undeniable
Woodward book highlights some facts that astound, and others that CAP has been pointing out for a long time.
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 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
Enhancing Biosecurity
New bill takes an important step towards countering the twin threats of natural pandemics and biological terrorism.
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 21, 2006
Get Serious About Biosecurity
Congress should push urgently needed funding to prepare America for a bioterrorist attack or pandemic flu outbreak.
September 18, 2006