‘Justice for All’ Requires Access to Justice
The Biden administration can further advance its key priorities by restoring federal leadership on access to justice issues.
How the Biden Administration Can Tackle America’s Voter Turnout Problem
By engaging with advocates and policymakers, a National Task Force on Civic Engagement and Voter Participation can increase Americans’ civic engagement.
The Biden Administration Should Honor America’s Democracy Heroes
Those who brought democracy back from the brink deserve recognition from the country’s highest office.
The Pro-Democracy Faith Movement
CAP brought together diverse religious leaders to explore the values underpinning the faith community’s support of democracy.
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.
Momentum Grows for Bold Democracy Reform
In the next several months, Congress is poised to pass the For the People Act, transformative democracy reform legislation.
The Need for a White House Office of Democracy Reform
The Biden-Harris administration should have staff in the White House who are specifically focused on strengthening American democracy.
The State of Women’s Leadership—And How To Continue Changing the Face of U.S. Politics
Women—particularly women of color—continue to make noteworthy gains at all levels of government, but bold policies and structural changes are still needed to reach gender parity in U.S. politics.
How the Biden Administration Can Reduce the Political Spending of Foreign-Influenced U.S. Corporations
Commonsense executive actions can limit improper foreign influence in elections.
The Role of Rural Communities of Color in the 2020 Election
The diversity and complexity of rural voters were on display in the 2020 election, particularly in states such as Georgia and Arizona.
No Time to Celebrate: Progressive Politics in the Pandemic’s Wake
While the pandemic has illustrated the need for progressive policies more than ever, significant challenges still confront those who advocate for and hope to implement them.
The Treasury Department Should Lead the Fight Against Corruption and Kleptocracy
The United States should do more to combat the strategic use of corruption by authoritarian states and the private sector actors who enable it.
How the Biden Administration Can Save the Census
The census data that the U.S. government and economy depend on may be in danger—unless the incoming Biden administration acts quickly to fix them.
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.