The Challenges Facing the Department of Veterans Affairs in 2021
Denis McDonough, the new secretary of Veterans Affairs, must work to address his department’s many challenges while supporting the veterans who return from war.
Advancing Gender Equality at Home and Abroad by Leveraging Women, Peace, and Security
To achieve even greater gains in gender equity and equality around the world, the Gender Policy Council should leverage and expand the U.S. government’s existing women, peace, and security mandate and architecture.
A New Chapter in U.S.-South Korea Relations: Seoul Embraces a Broader Role in Asia
Assessing China’s Energy and Climate Goals
Redefining Homeland Security: A New Framework for DHS To Meet Today’s Challenges
Northern Syria Security Dynamics and the Refugee Crisis
National and Community Leaders Discuss How To End White Supremacist Violence
This video presents highlights from an event following the release of a joint report from the Center for American Progress and the McCain Institute for International Leadership on how to address the growing national security threat posed by white supremacist violence in the United States.
The First 100 Days: Analyzing the Biden Administration’s Foreign Policy Successes and Opportunities for the Next Year
The Biden administration has put U.S. foreign policy back on track and can continue crafting a sustainable and progressive national security agenda.
Putting Climate at the Center of the Trans-Atlantic Relationship
As the Biden administration reengages the United States with Europe, tackling climate change should be at the center of its strategy.
Fact Sheet: A National Policy Blueprint To End White Supremacist Violence
This fact sheet outlines a comprehensive strategy for tackling the urgent and complex threat of white supremacist violence.
A National Policy Blueprint To End White Supremacist Violence
America needs a comprehensive strategy to tackle the urgent and complex threat of white supremacist violence.
Charting a New Course for U.S.-Brazil Action on the Amazon
As the Leaders’ Climate Summit approaches, the Biden administration should consider every available option to promote effective conservation and sustainable development in the Amazon.
By Engaging Italy, Biden Can Strengthen Both the United States and the EU
Mario Draghi’s arrival as Italy’s new prime minister is a stroke of luck for Joe Biden; a rare opportunity for the United States and the EU to work together on a common agenda.
An Opportunity for Change: President Biden’s First Defense Budget Proposal
President Biden’s proposal is a chance to reshape how U.S. federal agencies handle the country’s top national security issues.
A Plan To Reform U.S. Security Assistance
The U.S. security assistance system that provides arms, training, and support to foreign partners is not fit for today’s global challenges; the Biden administration should reform it to ensure it supports overall U.S. goals.
Turning the Tide on Dirty Money
To promote domestic resilience and curb the malign influence of authoritarian powers, the United States and its democratic partners need to unite against corruption and kleptocracy.
In Our Hands
To effectively relaunch and renew the trans-Atlantic bond, both the United States and Europe must make a comprehensive commitment to progressive values.
Flashpoints in U.S.-Turkey Relations in 2021
Turkey’s pursuit of strategic autonomy should be met with firm transactionalism by the Biden administration, and while this stance is unlikely to change President Erdoğan’s unilateral approach, it could help preserve certain institutional ties.
The United States Could Be In the Early Days of a Domestic Insurgency
Trump and his allies have incited an insurrection but the movement may outlast his administration.
NATO’s Financing Gap
NATO needs to think beyond the 2 percent pledge to close its capabilities gap.