Congress Must Provide Funding and Protect Oversight To Meet Global Security and Humanitarian Needs ArticleFeb 5, 2024 Congress Must Provide Funding and Protect Oversight To Meet Global Security and Humanitarian Needs Recent bipartisan Senate legislation provides security and humanitarian assistance in critical areas—Ukraine, Israel and Palestine, and the Indo-Pacific—but Congress must ensure more oversight so that the funds are used according to U.S. law and policy. Feb 5, 2024 Patrick Gaspard, Allison McManus
Hungary’s Democratic Backsliding Threatens the Trans-Atlantic Security Order ArticleJan 22, 2024 Hungary’s Democratic Backsliding Threatens the Trans-Atlantic Security Order Hungary’s democratic backsliding under Viktor Orbán threatens trans-Atlantic security, necessitating a strategic U.S. response to counter the rise of authoritarianism in Europe and protect our shared democratic values. Jan 22, 2024 Robert Benson
The Nexus Between Green Backlash and Democratic Backsliding in Europe ReportDec 19, 2023 The Nexus Between Green Backlash and Democratic Backsliding in Europe Far-right parties are exploiting discontent with environmental policies, undermining progress on climate change and endangering democracy in Europe and beyond. Dec 19, 2023 Robert Benson, Anne Christianson, Courtney Federico, 1 More Kate Petosa
Trade Beyond Neoliberalism: Concluding a Global Arrangement on Sustainable Steel and Aluminum ReportDec 4, 2023 Trade Beyond Neoliberalism: Concluding a Global Arrangement on Sustainable Steel and Aluminum A proposed trade deal with the European Union offers a historic opportunity to align the global economy with climate action and the interests of workers—but only if Washington and Brussels can put aside their differences. Dec 4, 2023 Trevor Sutton, Mike Williams
Poland’s Democratic Resurgence: From Backsliding to Beacon ArticleNov 14, 2023 Poland’s Democratic Resurgence: From Backsliding to Beacon Poland's recent elections signify a major shift from democratic backsliding to a recommitment to EU values and democratic principles, with implications for regional stability and U.S. foreign policy. Nov 14, 2023 Robert Benson
A Conversation With U.K. Shadow Foreign Secretary David Lammy: Routes To Addressing Converging Domestic and Global Challenges Past EventMar 15, 2023 A Conversation With U.K. Shadow Foreign Secretary David Lammy: Routes To Addressing Converging Domestic and Global Challenges How can U.S. and U.K. leaders increase cooperation under the “special relationship” to tackle the pressing issues that are converging both at home and abroad, including inclusive economies, threats to democracy, the climate crisis, and community justice and safety? Mar 15, 2023
‘Safer Internet Day’ Event Recap VideoFeb 7, 2023 ‘Safer Internet Day’ Event Recap Join leading experts for a thought-provoking discussion on how to navigate the digital world on this year's Safer Internet Day. Feb 7, 2023 Laetitia Avia, Ala Al Sadi, Toni Pandolfo, 2 More Hai-Lam Phan, Andrew Sonntag
Historic New EU Law Part of Growing Push for Sectoral Bargaining In the NewsJan 19, 2023 Historic New EU Law Part of Growing Push for Sectoral Bargaining David Madland explains how the European Union's new law aims to improve working conditions by increasing minimum wages and dramatically increasing collective bargaining. Jan 19, 2023 OnLabor David Madland
The US and EU must support climate loss and damage action In the NewsOct 18, 2022 The US and EU must support climate loss and damage action Anne Christianson and Dennis Tänzler urge the United States and European Union to support climate loss and damage action at next month’s United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change conference. Oct 18, 2022 The Hill Anne Christianson, Dennis Tänzler
The Expanding International Reach of China’s Police ReportOct 17, 2022 The Expanding International Reach of China’s Police China’s Ministry of Public Security has expanded its global activities, increasingly threatening U.S. interests and influencing security sector governance around the world. Oct 17, 2022 Jordan Link
New Global Progress Survey Highlights the Major Challenges of Global Inflation ArticleSep 21, 2022 New Global Progress Survey Highlights the Major Challenges of Global Inflation The rising cost of living is hitting citizens everywhere. Sep 21, 2022 John Halpin
Will Viktor Orbán Bring His Racist Rhetoric to the United States this Week? ArticleAug 3, 2022 Will Viktor Orbán Bring His Racist Rhetoric to the United States this Week? Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's embrace of far-right racism should prompt American conservatives to cut ties with the autocratic Hungarian leader. Aug 3, 2022 Max Hoffman
Extremist US Politicians Are Aiding and Abetting Autocratic Hungarian Regime ArticleJul 13, 2022 Extremist US Politicians Are Aiding and Abetting Autocratic Hungarian Regime The extreme right brazenly supports Hungarian efforts to impede U.S. and European Union allied interests, subverting policies that would ensure corporations pay their fair share and sanction Russia for its Ukraine invasion. Jul 13, 2022 Seth Hanlon, Mara Rudman
The EU should borrow together once again — this time for common defense In the NewsMar 4, 2022 The EU should borrow together once again — this time for common defense Max Bergmann and Benjamin Haddad discuss why, particularly in light of the Russia-Ukraine crisis, the European Union should develop its own integrated defense industry and make significant investments in modernizing European militaries. Mar 4, 2022 Politico Europe Max Bergmann, Benjamin Haddad
Putin’s Quagmire: Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine Is a Strategic Disaster for the Kremlin ArticleMar 3, 2022 Putin’s Quagmire: Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine Is a Strategic Disaster for the Kremlin Russia is now engaged in a war it cannot win. No matter how events play out on the battlefield, Putin’s invasion of Ukraine is a strategic disaster for Russia. Mar 3, 2022 Max Bergmann
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
How the United States Should Respond if Russia Invades Ukraine ReportJan 25, 2022 How the United States Should Respond if Russia Invades Ukraine A Russian invasion of Ukraine must come at a high cost to the Kremlin. Jan 25, 2022 Max Bergmann
What the European Union’s Proposed Trade Tax on Carbon Means for the United States ReportAug 16, 2021 What the European Union’s Proposed Trade Tax on Carbon Means for the United States The European Union’s innovative carbon border adjustment mechanism offers lessons for the United States about which industries to cover and whether to credit nontax emissions controls when limiting the carbon content of imports. Aug 16, 2021 Marc Jarsulic
The Case for EU Defense ReportJun 1, 2021 The Case for EU Defense U.S. opposition to EU defense efforts since the 1990s has been a strategic mistake that has undermined both the EU and NATO. It’s time for a new U.S. approach that encourages ambitious EU defense strategies. Jun 1, 2021 Max Bergmann, James Lamond, Siena Cicarelli
Putting Climate at the Center of the Trans-Atlantic Relationship ArticleApr 29, 2021 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. Apr 29, 2021 Max Bergmann, James Lamond, Siena Cicarelli
By Engaging Italy, Biden Can Strengthen Both the United States and the EU ArticleMar 31, 2021 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. Mar 31, 2021 Max Bergmann, Simon Clark
In Our Hands ReportJan 22, 2021 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. Jan 22, 2021 Vassilis Ntousas, James Lamond
NATO’s Financing Gap ReportJan 13, 2021 NATO’s Financing Gap NATO needs to think beyond the 2 percent pledge to close its capabilities gap. Jan 13, 2021 Max Bergmann, Siena Cicarelli
No Time to Celebrate: Progressive Politics in the Pandemic’s Wake ReportDec 21, 2020 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. Dec 21, 2020 Matt Browne, Alexandra Schmitt
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
Why Hungary’s Democratic Backsliding Should Prompt NATO To Act ArticleAug 17, 2020 Why Hungary’s Democratic Backsliding Should Prompt NATO To Act Hungary’s democratic backsliding and increasingly nationalist rhetoric threatens the stability of the alliance. NATO needs to respond. Aug 17, 2020 Max Bergmann, Siena Cicarelli
How White Supremacy Returned to Mainstream Politics ReportJul 1, 2020 How White Supremacy Returned to Mainstream Politics This report provides a guide to identifying and calling out the white nationalist ideas that are infiltrating U.S. political discourse. Jul 1, 2020 Simon Clark
Any Kosovo-Serbia Deal Needs the European Union ArticleJun 24, 2020 Any Kosovo-Serbia Deal Needs the European Union Upcoming Kosovo-Serbia talks at the White House raise concerns that by cutting out the European Union, the Trump administration may sacrifice the region’s long-term stability for a political win. Jun 24, 2020 Siena Cicarelli, Max Bergmann, James Lamond
Italy After COVID-19: Betrayal or Renewal? ReportJun 18, 2020 Italy After COVID-19: Betrayal or Renewal? The United States and the European Union can help Italy out of a 25-year mess. Jun 18, 2020 Simon Clark
Building a Strong Middle Class Through Career Pathways Programs ReportMay 18, 2020 Building a Strong Middle Class Through Career Pathways Programs The United States can raise academic outcomes, lower youth unemployment, and strengthen its economy by following the leads of Germany, Singapore, and Switzerland in training their youth for in-demand jobs. May 18, 2020 Laura Jimenez
The Weakest Link: Russian Influence Operation in the Netherlands Reveals Vulnerabilities in EU Foreign Policy Powers ArticleMay 7, 2020 The Weakest Link: Russian Influence Operation in the Netherlands Reveals Vulnerabilities in EU Foreign Policy Powers A new Russia scandal has emerged—this time in the Netherlands. May 7, 2020 James Lamond, Max Bergmann
A Migrant Model To Follow: Portugal’s Response to the Coronavirus ArticleApr 10, 2020 A Migrant Model To Follow: Portugal’s Response to the Coronavirus The United States and other countries should take a cue from the humanitarian ways that Portugal is treating migrants and asylum-seekers during this pandemic. Apr 10, 2020 Alexandra Schmitt, Elisa Massimino
Don’t Let the U.S. Response to the Coronavirus Crisis Do More Damage to Democracy ArticleApr 6, 2020 Don’t Let the U.S. Response to the Coronavirus Crisis Do More Damage to Democracy The long journey to bring a resolution to the COVID-19 pandemic requires unprecedented actions, but sacrificing our civil liberties shouldn’t be among them. Apr 6, 2020 Brian Katulis, Trevor Sutton
Coronavirus May Be the EU’s Hardest Test Yet ArticleMar 18, 2020 Coronavirus May Be the EU’s Hardest Test Yet As the world braces for an economic crisis due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the future of the EU is about to be decided. Mar 18, 2020 Max Bergmann, Siena Cicarelli, James Lamond
Why Trump’s EU Travel Restrictions Do Not Help To Prevent Coronavirus Outbreak ArticleMar 12, 2020 Why Trump’s EU Travel Restrictions Do Not Help To Prevent Coronavirus Outbreak At a moment of global crisis, President Trump’s EU travel ban causes widespread panic, threatens the economy, and further damages the transatlantic relationship. Mar 12, 2020 Max Bergmann, Siena Cicarelli