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In 2024, the Center for American Progress celebrated its 20th anniversary. Since its founding, CAP has tackled the most pressing issues of our time—from affordable health care policies to fighting for equal rights and justice. Our innovative approach combining research, communications, and policy development has helped deliver progressive wins and improve the lives of all Americans. While we face many urgent challenges and uncertainties today, our pursuit of progress does not waver. CAP remains resilient in its commitment to find solutions for working people in America, champion equitable policies, and defend our fundamental freedoms and democracy.

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CAP President and CEO Patrick Gaspard delivers opening remarks at the 2023 CAP IDEAS Conference in Washington, D.C., October 2023. (Credit: Allison Shelley)

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