10.23.09: THIS WEEK FROM THE CENTER New Tools for Old Traumas A report on using 21st century technologies to combat human rights atrocities. The Changing Climate in India India brings new hope that developed and developing nations will be able to reach an agreement on emissions. Effective Afghan Governance The international community should continue to demand strong government in Afghanistan. Don't Leave It to the States Leaving health insurance oversight to state regulators is a dangerous idea.

THE WEEK AHEAD

ENERGY: Urban Agenda and CAP release a report on expanding green jobs in New York City, Tom Kenworthy focuses on how global warming legislation would help farmers, and John Podesta testifies before the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee.

HEALTH CARE: Liz Weiss and Ellen-Marie Whelan on unmarried women and health care reform.

ECONOMY: Michael Linden looks at health care costs and the deficit.

EDUCATION: Saba Bireda examines community schools, and an interactive map profiles commmunity schools around the country.

AND MUCH MORE...

POLICY CORNER

Public Wants Action on Health Care, Backs Public Option
Public Opinion

It's a Bird. It's a Plane. It's...Cable News
Media

The Wonder of Wetlands
Environment

UPCOMING EVENTS

Christina Romer on Health Care Reform and the Budget Deficit
October 26

Progressivism on Tap with Sam Fulwood III
October 26

Community Schools
October 28

CAP IN THE NEWS

Prendergast on U.S. Leadership in Southern Sudan
Los Angeles Times

Fitz on Why We Need Immigration Reform
The Washington Times

Norris Evaluates Obama's New Policy in Sudan
The Guardian