12.14.07: THIS WEEK FROM THE CENTER Beyond Justice Labor Department Abuses Scott Lilly documents attempts to undermine the labor union movement. Virtuous Circle Working Toward Global Progress Strengthening economic growth to boost living standards and purchasing power. A Lifeline for Homeowners Loans for Troubled Borrowers A solution for borrowers who lack enough equity to refinance. 40 Reasons to Reengage Recommiting to Afghanistan The mission in Afghanistan is in jeopardy, and we cannot afford to lose.

THE WEEK AHEAD

MILITARY: CAP takes a look at quality of life for military families.

ECONOMY: Christian E. Weller examines how debt is affecting Americans this holiday season.

WOMEN'S HEALTH AND RIGHTS: New report from Jessica Arons addresses assisted reproductive technologies and the law.

SCIENCE PROGRESS: Jeff Stryker interviews Allen Hornblum about the history of research on prison inmates in the U.S., and more.

CAMPUS PROGRESS: A progressive gift guide, the case against "centrism" in the environmental movement, and the best albums of 2007.

AND MUCH MORE...

POLICY CORNER

Strategic Reset: Reclaiming Control of U.S. Security in Middle East

Progressive Growth: Transforming America’s Economy through Clean Energy, Innovation, and Opportunity

UPCOMING EVENTS

Persepolis
December 16

Future Choices: Assisted Reproductive Technologies and the Law
December 17

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