Discrimination and Experiences Among LGBTQ People in the US: 2020 Survey Results
This data interactive displays the results of CAP’s national survey of LGBTQ individuals.
Millions Will Gain Nondiscrimination Protections Under the Equality Act
These fact sheets highlight how the Equality Act will result in expanded nondiscrimination protections for LGBTQ people, women, communities of color, and foreign-born individuals in states across the country.
Help Is Here Weekly Roundup: How the American Rescue Plan Benefits State and Local Governments
See CAP Action’s weekly roundup of local stories and social media highlights from elected officials across the United States on how the American Rescue Plan is benefiting their communities.
Voters Strongly Back Federal Assistance for Those in Need
A comprehensive new survey of American voters finds widespread support for anti-poverty programs and new steps to improve economic security of working families.
Qualified Immunity and the Bivens Doctrines Explained
Americans’ civil liberties are in danger if Congress does not ensure that ordinary people can hold state and federal officials accountable for wrongdoing.
6 Actions Congress Should Take on Higher Education in 2021
The need for higher education reform has never been greater—here’s how Congress can take action.
Health Care Providers in Georgia’s Low-Income Communities Need Financial Relief
The pandemic has strained small, independent providers in areas already suffering from care shortages.
3 Ways Congress Can Support Adult Students During COVID-19
The coronavirus pandemic is exacerbating the challenges facing higher education’s overlooked majority and underscores the need for more financial aid and access to technology.
It’s Past Time for Congress To Extend Financial Relief as New COVID-19 Cases Spike
With COVID-19 vaccines in sight, it is more important than ever that Congress address upcoming expiration dates from crucial CARES Act provisions.
The Need To Rebuild the DOJ Office for Access to Justice
The Biden administration can immediately act to begin renewing the federal government’s work to reform civil and criminal justice systems.
With a Focus on Equity, Geography No Longer Has To Be Destiny
With the rural-urban divide in the headlines, it is time to address long-standing inequities by building a more comprehensive equity analysis.
Repealing the ACA Would Devastate an Already Struggling Rural America
The pandemic has ravaged many rural communities, and the repeal of the Affordable Care Act would only further these harms.
State Climate Leadership Is Coming to the Nation’s Capital in 2021
Candidates from states with existing climate commitments won in the 2020 election and will bring lessons from this state-level climate action to Washington.
6 Ways the Trump Administration Is Rigging an Already Unfair Tax Code
The Trump administration’s tax policies have overwhelmingly favored the wealthy.
5 Interesting Ways Governors Are Spending CARES Act GEER Funds on Higher Education
Several states stand out for their plans to spend COVID-19 emergency relief aid on supporting vulnerable students and institutions.