The Progressive Studies Program at the Center for American Progress is pleased to announce the launch of Progressivism on Tap, a new lecture and discussion series focused on the history and intellectual traditions of progressivism and liberalism. The goal of Progressivism on Tap is to provide an informal forum for budding activists and professionals to explore the political values and theoretical debates within the broader progressive tradition and to apply those lessons to contemporary political discourse.
The speakers, lectures, and debates covered within the series are designed to examine why we believe what we believe as progressives, who the most important thinkers and icons are within the movement’s history, where progressives differ on intellectual grounds, and what the theoretical foundations are for many of our current policy and activism efforts.
We aim to help young people and activists engage their traditions not just in Washington but in other similar programs with progressives in communities across the country. As the program develops, we hope to help others launch Progressivism on Tap salons in cities and towns across the country in local settings that are relaxed, inviting, informative, deliberative, and open to new ideas.
Host Your Own Progressivism On Tap Event
We are hosting events in Washington, D.C., but we hope you will consider organizing a Progressivism on Tap event in your community. Email us if you would like to be a host: ProgressOnTap@americanprogress.org.
Join the Conversation on Twitter
We will be conducting a live chat on Twitter during future Progressivism on Tap events. We invite you to participate in the conversation or submit questions for our D.C. events online, no matter where you are by adding #ProgressOnTap to the end of your Twitter posts.
Featured Content
Creating a Successful Progressive Economy:
At a Progressivism on Tap event, Dean Baker and Jared Bernstein discuss how to build a new economic order that is equitable, productive, and responsive to the needs of all Americans.
What's Next for the Occupiers?:
Think Progress's Faiz Shakir and Occupy DC's Ali Savino examined the achievements of the Occupy protests so far and how the future of the movement could play out at a Progressivism on Tap event.
The Left's Legacy:
Georgetown professor and author Michael Kazin discussed the challenges and accomplishments of the American left at the first event of Progressivism on Tap's eighth season.
A Progressive Approach to Deficit Reduction:
Lawrence Mishel explained a progressive approach to strengthening the economy and reducing the deficit at a Progressivism on Tap spring series.
Staying a Few Minutes Ahead of History:
Tom Malinowski and Brian Katulis spoke at Progressivism on Tap about the uprisings in the Middle East and the Obama administration's response.
Why We Need More Women in Elected Office:
Amy Dacey of EMILY’s List discussed the need to get more qualified women to run for office as part of CAP’s Progressivism on Tap series.
The Urgent Imperative of Clean Energy Investment:
CAP Senior Fellow Joe Romm discusses the Obama administration's clean energy policies at a Progressivism on Tap event.
ACORN’s Roots:
Steve Kest and John Atlas discuss the origins of ACORN as part of the Progressivism on Tap series.
Lessons from the Midterms:
New Republic senior editor Jonathan Chait analyzes the midterm election results and offers takeaways for progressives at a Progressivism on Tap Event.
American Families Need a More Flexible Workplace:
Heather Boushey discusses women and workplace policies at the Progressivism on Tap series.
The State of the Unions:
Harold Meyerson of The Washington Post and American Prospect discussed labor unions’ current struggles and the need for labor law reform at Progressivism on Tap.
The State of the Progressive Blogosphere:
The Progressivism on Tap series hosted a discussion this week on the progressive blogosphere’s evolution and its ability to affect politics in the future.
The State of the Supreme Court:
Dahlia Lithwick, Slate's senior editor, stopped by Progressivism on Tap this week to talk about Elena Kagan's nomination and other issues at the Supreme Court.
“Free Market” Is Free Lunch to Financial Sector:
Dean Baker speaks at a Progressivism on Tap event about the housing bubble, financial crisis, and free market canards.
Working Hard for Progressive Change:
SEIU’s Anna Burger speaks at a Progressivism on Tap event about the importance of organizing workers and the close bond that progressives share with the labor movement.
A Rare Conversation on Race:
Sam Fulwood discusses race relations in the Obama era during a Progressivism on Tap event.
A Philosopher in the White House?:
William Galston discusses how the White House can bridge progressive values and pragmatic policymaking at a Progressivism on Tap event.