Why Congress Must Reauthorize a Lifesaving Program To Fight HIV/AIDS ArticleNov 17, 2023 Why Congress Must Reauthorize a Lifesaving Program To Fight HIV/AIDS Despite extremists’ assertions, the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) does not facilitate abortion access but does improve pregnancy and other health outcomes for women and girls, as well as promote strong partnerships and democratic principles in key nations; it is also indispensable to the elimination of HIV/AIDS by 2030. Nov 17, 2023 Sarnata Reynolds
Sustainable and Reliable: Securing Resources for the Clean Energy Future ReportSep 28, 2023 Sustainable and Reliable: Securing Resources for the Clean Energy Future The United States must act quickly, in concert with its allies, to secure an economically and environmentally sustainable supply chain of battery minerals that benefits and respects the rights of workers and front-line communities. Sep 28, 2023 Nicole Gentile, Anne Griffin, Robert Benson, 3 More Mark Haggerty, Mariel Lutz, Michael Clark
McGovern-Dole Program Alleviates Hunger, Protects Democracy, and Bolsters U.S. Trade ArticleJul 11, 2023 McGovern-Dole Program Alleviates Hunger, Protects Democracy, and Bolsters U.S. Trade Every McGovern-Dole dollar spent on food is a down payment on thriving democracies and trade. Jul 11, 2023 Sarnata Reynolds
The African Diaspora gives meaning to vice president’s historic trip In the NewsApr 6, 2023 The African Diaspora gives meaning to vice president’s historic trip Anne Griffin writes on how Vice President Kamala Harris' trip to Africa could spell greater efforts to foster a mutually beneficial relationship between the continent and the United States. Apr 6, 2023 Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder Anne Griffin
Yellen’s Trip to Africa: A Chance to Reset US-Africa Relations In the NewsJan 19, 2023 Yellen’s Trip to Africa: A Chance to Reset US-Africa Relations Kate Donald and Anne-Marea Griffin explore how Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen’s trip to Africa can play a major role in helping the Biden administration reset the U.S.-Africa relationship. Jan 19, 2023 Just Security Kate Donald, Anne-Marea Griffin
Focus Assistance to Tunisia—Don’t Suspend It In the NewsSep 18, 2022 Focus Assistance to Tunisia—Don’t Suspend It Gordon Gray argues that the United States should continue assistance programs that will further its core interests—security and democracy—rather than cutting off assistance to Tunisia following President Kais Saied’s anti-democratic power grab this past summer. Sep 18, 2022 The National Interest Gordon Gray
What the European Union and United States Need to Do to Address the Migration Crisis in Ukraine ArticleMar 1, 2022 What the European Union and United States Need to Do to Address the Migration Crisis in Ukraine As Russia invades Ukraine, the United States and the European Union should do all they can to assist all people fleeing the country. Mar 1, 2022 Nicole Prchal Svajlenka, Trinh Q. Truong, Zefitret Abera Molla, 1 More Joel Martinez
5 Things U.S. Policymakers Must Understand About China-Africa Relations ReportOct 5, 2021 5 Things U.S. Policymakers Must Understand About China-Africa Relations The United States must focus on developing a positive vision for the future of its role in Africa rather than relying solely on criticizing China’s engagement on the continent. Oct 5, 2021 Jordan Link
The First 100 Days: Toward a More Sustainable and Values-Based National Security Approach ReportOct 19, 2020 The First 100 Days: Toward a More Sustainable and Values-Based National Security Approach An actionable plan for the next administration’s progressive national security agenda. Oct 19, 2020 the CAP National Security and International Policy Team
Interactive: The First 100 Days InteractiveOct 19, 2020 Interactive: The First 100 Days This interactive database features nearly 250 recommendations that the next administration can advance, adopt, and implement within the first 100 days to set the country on a path toward a more progressive national security approach. Oct 19, 2020 the CAP National Security and International Policy Team
Preventing Endless War Requires Real Congressional Oversight—Not New War Authority ReportDec 14, 2018 Preventing Endless War Requires Real Congressional Oversight—Not New War Authority Congress needs to do real oversight about how and whether the current wars should continue before considering any new AUMF. Dec 14, 2018 Ken Gude, Kate Martin
From Threat to Opportunity ReportJun 19, 2018 From Threat to Opportunity At a time of exponential growth across Africa, the United States stands to significantly benefit from growing trade and lasting alliances on the continent if it positions itself strategically today. Jun 19, 2018 John Norris, Carolyn Kenney
International Justice on Trial? ReportMar 28, 2018 International Justice on Trial? International justice is at a critical crossroads, offering a perfect moment to examine its key accomplishments, shortcomings, and challenges moving forward. Mar 28, 2018 Carolyn Kenney, John Norris
The White House’s Immigration Framework Would Eviscerate Immigration from Latin America, Africa, and Asia ArticleFeb 12, 2018 The White House’s Immigration Framework Would Eviscerate Immigration from Latin America, Africa, and Asia Slashing family migration and eliminating the diversity visa program would result in more than 350,000 fewer immigrants each year. Feb 12, 2018 Nicole Prchal Svajlenka
America’s Relationship with Africa in a New Era ArticleJul 25, 2017 America’s Relationship with Africa in a New Era The United States should work to unlock Africa’s tremendous potential to be a powerhouse of future growth lifting millions out of poverty, a substantial market for U.S. goods, and a breadbasket to the world. Jul 25, 2017 Tom Daschle
America’s Relationship with Africa in a New Era Past EventJul 13, 2017 America’s Relationship with Africa in a New Era Jul 13, 2017
Trump’s Conflicts of Interest in Egypt ArticleJun 14, 2017 Trump’s Conflicts of Interest in Egypt Egypt is another example of Trump’s fondness for an increasingly authoritarian government in a country where he has business interests. Jun 14, 2017 Carolyn Kenney, John Norris
Bending Toward Justice ArticleJan 12, 2017 Bending Toward Justice The rise of Donald Trump possesses parallels to apartheid South Africa—but the best course of action in the face of dangerous political setbacks is to stand in unwavering opposition at every turn. Jan 12, 2017 Sam Fulwood III
President Obama’s Africa Record: The Hard Road to a Genuine Partnership ArticleJul 21, 2015 President Obama’s Africa Record: The Hard Road to a Genuine Partnership On the cusp of his trip to Africa, how does President Obama’s record on the continent stand up? Jul 21, 2015 John Norris
Delivering Development After 2015 ReportAug 25, 2014 Delivering Development After 2015 The conversation on the post-2015 development agenda is shifting from defining goals to financing and implementation, providing both opportunities and challenges as financing negotiations culminate in July 2015. Aug 25, 2014 Molly Elgin-Cossart
What the Millennium Development Goals Have Accomplished ArticleAug 18, 2014 What the Millennium Development Goals Have Accomplished With just 500 days left before the Millennium Development Goals expire, it is important to acknowledge all that they have spurred the world to achieve. Aug 18, 2014 Annie Malknecht
Africa 2.0: Looking to the Future ArticleAug 5, 2014 Africa 2.0: Looking to the Future The U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit, focused on investment in the next generation, sets the stage for sustained partnership, and a commitment to regularizing the U.S.-Africa dialogue can help ensure its success. Aug 5, 2014 Molly Elgin-Cossart
Indispensable Partners: Reenergizing U.S.-India Ties TestimonyAug 1, 2014 Indispensable Partners: Reenergizing U.S.-India Ties Vikram Singh, Vice President for National Security and International Policy at the Center for American Progress, testifies before the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee, Subcommittee on Near Eastern and South and Central Asian Affairs. Aug 1, 2014 Vikram Singh
What to Watch at the BRICS Summit in Brazil ArticleJul 14, 2014 What to Watch at the BRICS Summit in Brazil The meeting of Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa this week highlights the potentially positive role the group could play in revitalizing the global system of partnerships and alliances to tackle the challenges of the 21st century. Jul 14, 2014 Molly Elgin-Cossart
Applying Universal Goals to the United States ReportMay 12, 2014 Applying Universal Goals to the United States One of the most innovative elements of the emerging post-2015 global development agenda is a focus on universality. What would that mean in the United States? May 12, 2014 John Norris, Molly Elgin-Cossart, Casey Dunning
Reducing Poverty Through Climate Action ReportMay 8, 2014 Reducing Poverty Through Climate Action Ending poverty and preventing catastrophic climate change is within our reach, especially if countries commit to a new global development agenda that improves livelihoods in ways that support low-carbon and sustainable economic growth. May 8, 2014 Molly Elgin-Cossart, Cathleen Kelly, Abigail Jones
Too Young: Helping Child Brides in the Developing World ArticleMar 19, 2014 Too Young: Helping Child Brides in the Developing World We need targeted efforts to assist child brides if we hope to break the vicious cycle that treats our daughters as a disposable commodity. Mar 19, 2014 John Norris
The Case for Regional Compacts ReportMar 17, 2014 The Case for Regional Compacts As the Millennium Challenge Corporation approaches its 10-year anniversary, it must explore and implement new aid approaches to stay on the cutting edge of international development best practices. Embracing regional compacts and regional threshold programs would allow the MCC to increase its number of beneficiaries and the sustained impact of its work at little to no additional cost. Mar 17, 2014 Paul Applegarth, Casey Dunning, John Norris
Is Local Spending Better? ReportNov 4, 2013 Is Local Spending Better? By better defining the rationale behind procurement reform, increasing transparency, and using current mechanisms to expand its partner base, USAID can greatly increase its partnerships with local institutions while also building support for this critical reform within the U.S. development community. Nov 4, 2013 Casey Dunning
Atrocities Prevention Board ReportJun 13, 2013 Atrocities Prevention Board With the Atrocities Prevention Board having just completed its first anniversary, it's time to take a look at its accomplishments, challenges, and potential for growth. Jun 13, 2013 John Norris, Annie Malknecht
Sustainable Security Project and the Post-2015 Development Agenda ArticleFeb 20, 2013 Sustainable Security Project and the Post-2015 Development Agenda The Sustainable Security and Peacebuilding Initiative is broadly engaging with many actors regarding the work of the U.N. High-Level Panel on the Post-2015 Development Agenda, and conducting targeted research and analysis to help advance progress in creating a more prosperous, connected, and resilient world. Feb 20, 2013
Inclusive Economic Growth: Increasing Connectivity, Expanding Opportunity, and Reducing Vulnerability ReportFeb 7, 2013 Inclusive Economic Growth: Increasing Connectivity, Expanding Opportunity, and Reducing Vulnerability We must take steps to ensure that the global economy allows the global population to thrive. Feb 7, 2013 John Podesta
One Continent, Two Approaches: The U.S. and China in Africa Past EventDec 18, 2012 One Continent, Two Approaches: The U.S. and China in Africa How the U.S. Can Reclaim its Role as Africa’s Number One Trading Partner Dec 18, 2012
The Turning Point in Spending for Combating HIV/AIDS ArticleNov 29, 2012 The Turning Point in Spending for Combating HIV/AIDS Developing countries are now outspending international investments in combating HIV/AIDS, and the United States should do more to bolster this encouraging trend. Nov 29, 2012 Casey Dunning, John Norris
Reflections from the African Land Forces Summit ArticleJun 12, 2012 Reflections from the African Land Forces Summit Lawrence J. Korb discusses his recent trip to Uganda for this year’s conference and what he learned about our efforts to defeat extremists on the continent. Jun 12, 2012 Lawrence J. Korb