Venezuela in Crisis: A Way Forward
The escalating crisis in Venezuela demands concerted, peaceful action by the United States and the international community to assist the Venezuelan people, in Venezuela and throughout the Americas.
Securing a Democratic World
Tired Narratives, Weary Publics
The Origins of Russia’s Broad Political Assault on the United States
Drivers of Authoritarian Populism in the United States
A Snapshot of Turkish Public Opinion Toward the European Union
BONUS EPISODE: Ambassador Wendy Sherman and the Decline of American Moral Authority
This week, Daniella and Ed speak with Ambassador Wendy Sherman about recent diplomatic developments in North Korea and Iran as well as her new book, Not For The Faint of Heart: Lessons in Courage, Power, and Persistence.
By Undermining the ICC, Bolton Is Compromising America’s Values
National Security Adviser John Bolton has again taken unnecessary aim at the International Criminal Court—an institution that is critical to securing justice for victims and establishing accountability for perpetrators of the world’s most heinous crimes.
Are There Any Adults in the Room?
This week, Daniella and Ed sit down with Nayyera Haq, former White House and State Department official in the Obama administration, to discuss her career, the Trump administration's foreign policy ethos, and more.
Interactive: North Korea Diplomacy Scorecard
The United States and South Korea are engaged in diplomatic negotiations with North Korea, and this scorecard highlights the state of play for the different issues on the table.
The Biggest Enemy on Social Media Is the User
Daniella and Ed sit down with counterterrorism expert Clint Watts to discuss Russian election interference and social media usage.
Elevating Ocean-Based Climate Solutions
To advance the climate effort internationally, U.S. states and cities can champion the largely overlooked role of ocean ecosystems.
Abuse of Power: Debunking the Trump Administration’s National Security Argument for Coal
The Trump administration seeks to reward political favorites at coal companies by falsely claiming a national security threat to the electric grid, opening the door to more egregious abuses of power.
What Turkey’s Political Changes Mean for U.S.-Turkish Relations
The United States should take a harder line with Turkey and begin to prepare for the potential implications of Erdoğan’s aggressive nationalism.
Partnership in Peril
Defending the European Union, NATO, and other institutions will require robust, forward-looking reform.
Seizing the Diplomatic Initiative in Syria
To best advance U.S. interests and values, the United States should launch a renewed diplomatic effort to de-escalate Syria’s civil war.
How Turkey Can Ensure a Successful Energy Transition
Turkey should build upon recent progress investing in renewable energy to transition its energy system and reduce its reliance on imported fossil fuels.
The Next Phase in Iraq’s Transition
Recent discussions conducted by CAP in Baghdad and Najaf yielded key findings on Iraq’s political, security, and economic situation, and the next steps in U.S. policy toward Iraq.
The United States Sticks Its Head in the Sand on Torture in Yemen
Congress must require the U.S. Defense Department to investigate and report on allegations that the United Arab Emirates is torturing Yemeni detainees.
Destroying the Foundations of U.S. Foreign Policy
As President Trump prepares to travel to Europe, he is ripping up the very foundations of U.S. foreign policy: alliances and democratic values.