A Progressive, Principled, and Pragmatic Approach Toward China Policy ReportApr 11, 2024 A Progressive, Principled, and Pragmatic Approach Toward China Policy Meeting the foreign policy challenge of the 21st century. Apr 11, 2024 Dave Rank, Alan Yu, Michael Clark
In Defense of NATO: Why the Trans-Atlantic Alliance Matters ArticleMar 26, 2024 In Defense of NATO: Why the Trans-Atlantic Alliance Matters As NATO approaches its 75th anniversary, the Center for American Progress reflects on the enormity of its successes and the challenges the alliance faces in the years ahead. Mar 26, 2024 Robert Benson
U.S. Must Weigh the Strategic and Moral Costs of Abandoning Support for Ukraine ArticleFeb 14, 2024 U.S. Must Weigh the Strategic and Moral Costs of Abandoning Support for Ukraine As the second anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine draws near, the United States must look toward fortifying the bedrock principles of the international order. Feb 14, 2024 Robert Benson, Allison McManus, Johan Hassel
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
Taiwan’s Election: PRC Interference and Its Implications for the 2024 Election Landscape ArticleFeb 1, 2024 Taiwan’s Election: PRC Interference and Its Implications for the 2024 Election Landscape The Democratic Progressive Party’s triumph in Taiwan’s 2024 presidential election signals Taiwan’s resilience against the People’s Republic of China’s coordinated and intense interference efforts; but it also accentuates the critical need for nations worldwide to formulate robust strategies against escalating threats of interference, thereby safeguarding the integrity of global democratic processes. Feb 1, 2024 Alan Yu, Michael Clark, Megan Shahi
Restore Transparency to U.S. Arms Aid In the NewsJan 28, 2024 Restore Transparency to U.S. Arms Aid Allison McManus writes about the importance of congressional oversight for international military aid. Jan 28, 2024 The National Interest 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
1.3 Million Active-Duty Service Members Would Go Without Pay During a Government Shutdown ArticleJan 10, 2024 1.3 Million Active-Duty Service Members Would Go Without Pay During a Government Shutdown As the U.S. Congress continues negotiations to pass a federal budget, active-duty service members and their families are once again left wondering if they will pay the price for extremist House Republicans’ political maneuvers. Jan 10, 2024 Rudy deLeon, Laura Kilbury, Kyle Peterson
These Fossil Fuel Industry Tactics Are Fueling Democratic Backsliding ArticleDec 5, 2023 These Fossil Fuel Industry Tactics Are Fueling Democratic Backsliding As citizens around the world increasingly favor serious policy action to fight climate change, the fossil fuel industry is undermining democratic principles to stem the tide of climate action—spreading misinformation and obstructing elected governments’ climate efforts, promoting anti-democratic movements and candidates, and even undermining democratic rights. Dec 5, 2023 Chris Martinez, Laura Kilbury, Joel Martinez, 6 More Calee White, Mariel Lutz, Kat So, Kate Petosa, Allison McManus, Anne Christianson
Response to Horrific Attacks in Israel Must Avoid Collective Punishment for Gaza and Confront Obstacles to Peace ArticleOct 14, 2023 Response to Horrific Attacks in Israel Must Avoid Collective Punishment for Gaza and Confront Obstacles to Peace The horrifying Hamas terror attack on Israeli civilians has provoked an understandable imperative to bring the perpetrators to justice, but Israel must avoid collective punishment for Gaza that can bring a loss of moral clarity and reinforce historic grievances. Oct 14, 2023 Patrick Gaspard
5 Reasons Why Congress Must Approve Aid to Ukraine Right Away ArticleOct 12, 2023 5 Reasons Why Congress Must Approve Aid to Ukraine Right Away Immediate assistance to Ukraine is an imperative to counter Russian aggression, address Ukraine's immediate security needs, strengthen European and NATO resolve, check China's regional ambitions, and underscore American global leadership in times of crisis. Oct 12, 2023 Alan Yu, Robert Benson, Sam Hananel
Point: Tuberville’s Misguided Stunt Threatens Our National Security In the NewsSep 7, 2023 Point: Tuberville’s Misguided Stunt Threatens Our National Security Maggie Jo Buchanan and Allison McManus write in "DC Journal" about how a senator's views on abortion are jeopardizing national security. Sep 7, 2023 DC Journal Maggie Jo Buchanan, Allison McManus
Guatemala’s Election Result Is a First Step in the Right Direction ArticleSep 6, 2023 Guatemala’s Election Result Is a First Step in the Right Direction However, the long transition period presents a risk to Bernardo Arévalo and Guatemala’s fragile democracy. Sep 6, 2023 Joel Martinez, Dan Restrepo, Heba Malik
The United States, Ukraine, and the Global South ArticleAug 16, 2023 The United States, Ukraine, and the Global South Missed opportunities fuel global ambivalence on Ukraine; reforming political and economic decision-making bodies can help rebuild trust. Aug 16, 2023 Robert Benson
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
Why Jens Stoltenberg Should Be a Candidate for the Nobel Peace Prize In the NewsJul 10, 2023 Why Jens Stoltenberg Should Be a Candidate for the Nobel Peace Prize Lawrence J. Korb and Stephen J. Cimbala make the case for NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg's nomination for the Nobel Peace Prize. Jul 10, 2023 Real Clear Defense Lawrence J. Korb, Stephen J. Cimbala
India’s Backsliding Democracy Past EventJul 6, 2023 India’s Backsliding Democracy Examining how attempts to stifle dissent threaten the world’s largest democracy Jul 6, 2023
Artificial intelligence: Challenges and controversies for U.S. national security In the NewsJun 9, 2023 Artificial intelligence: Challenges and controversies for U.S. national security Stephen J. Cimbala and Lawrence J. Korb write about the implications of artificial intelligence for national security. Jun 9, 2023 Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists Stephen J. Cimbala, Lawrence J. Korb
Erdoğan’s Reelection Illustrates the Bleak Future of Turkish Democracy Erdoğan’s Reelection Illustrates the Bleak Future of Turkish Democracy Turkey saw unprecedented political mobilization, partly because going to the ballot box offered one of the last opportunities to make one’s voice heard. But little changed. May 31, 2023 Michael Werz
A Democratic Tipping Point in Israel Past EventMay 17, 2023 A Democratic Tipping Point in Israel How attempts to undermine the courts have threatened Israel's democracy and mobilized its defenders May 17, 2023 Kate Donald, Erel N. Margalit, Thabet Abu Rass, 1 More Tal Schneider
Guns Without Borders Past EventApr 17, 2023 Guns Without Borders Addressing the flow of U.S. firearms to Mexico and Central America Apr 17, 2023 Nick Wilson, Nick Wilson
The Summit for Democracy Highlights Need for Global Leaders to Address Tech Harms ArticleMar 29, 2023 The Summit for Democracy Highlights Need for Global Leaders to Address Tech Harms We cannot expect technology companies to protect democracies if they do not integrate democratic values such as transparency, pluralism, protections against harm, and accountability into the fabric of their operations and governance. Mar 29, 2023 Patrick Gaspard, Laetitia Avia
A New Horizon in U.S. Trade Policy ReportMar 14, 2023 A New Horizon in U.S. Trade Policy Under President Biden, the United States is reinvigorating its trade policy to better confront the major challenges of the 21st century, but key questions remain. Mar 14, 2023 Trevor Sutton, Mike Williams
Ukraine vs. Russia: 1 Year Later VideoFeb 24, 2023 Ukraine vs. Russia: 1 Year Later CAP Senior Fellow Johan Hassel reflects on the Ukrainian-Russian war one year later. Feb 24, 2023 Johan Hassel, Hai-Lam Phan, Andrew Sonntag, 4 More Toni Pandolfo, Audrey Smith, Madalyn Reagan, Allie Cohen
Why the United States Must Stay the Course on Ukraine ArticleFeb 22, 2023 Why the United States Must Stay the Course on Ukraine The United States must maintain its course on Ukraine because it is essential to America’s national security interests and democratic values. A Ukraine defeat would create a more dangerous and unstable world. Feb 22, 2023 Johan Hassel, Kate Donald, Laura Kilbury, 1 More Sarnata Reynolds
California Bill Would Limit Political Spending by Foreign-Influenced U.S. Corporations TestimonyFeb 10, 2023 California Bill Would Limit Political Spending by Foreign-Influenced U.S. Corporations Michael Sozan, a senior fellow at the Center for American Progress, filed written testimony before the California State Assembly in support of A.B. 83, a bill that would limit political spending by U.S. corporations with appreciable foreign ownership. Feb 10, 2023 Michael Sozan
Congress Must Pass the Preventing a Patronage System Act To Protect Federal Civil Servants’ Impartiality ArticleDec 2, 2022 Congress Must Pass the Preventing a Patronage System Act To Protect Federal Civil Servants’ Impartiality Passage of the Preventing a Patronage System Act is critical to allow civil servants to do their jobs and to ensure the federal government’s stability, reliability, and authority in domestic functions and international relations. Dec 2, 2022 Cissy Jackson
The Seeds of Russia’s Military Collapse in Ukraine Were Planted by its Bungled Elimination of Conscription In the NewsNov 14, 2022 The Seeds of Russia’s Military Collapse in Ukraine Were Planted by its Bungled Elimination of Conscription Larry Korb describes the conditions that allowed Russia's forces to be overwhelmed by Ukrainian troops. Nov 14, 2022 Military.com Lawrence J. Korb
Nuclear Escalation Would Be Disastrous for Russia In the NewsOct 26, 2022 Nuclear Escalation Would Be Disastrous for Russia Lawrence J. Korb and Steve Cimbala argue why Russia would not be able to contain a nuclear war on Ukrainian territory. Oct 26, 2022 The National Interest Lawrence J. Korb, Steve Cimbala
A Primer on the 2022 National Security Strategy ArticleOct 19, 2022 A Primer on the 2022 National Security Strategy The 2022 National Security Strategy introduces new ideas on navigating strategic competition with China and Russia, investing at home, and a renewed focus on the fight against climate change. Oct 19, 2022 Peter Juul, Heba Malik
The Case for Reducing Defense Spending In the NewsSep 9, 2022 The Case for Reducing Defense Spending Larry Korb argues that the Biden administration must reduce the U.S. defense budget without jeopardizing national security by canceling tactical nuclear weapons; retiring irrelevant and old Navy ships; and slowing the production of F-35 fighter jets. Sep 9, 2022 The National Interest Lawrence J. Korb
The FBI’s Mar-a-Lago Papers Search Fact SheetAug 22, 2022 The FBI’s Mar-a-Lago Papers Search Former President Trump didn’t just abscond with classified material he wasn’t allowed to have; he may have gravely harmed U.S. national security at the same time. Aug 22, 2022 Alan Yu, Peter Juul
Rising Anti-China Sentiment in South Korea Offers Opportunities To Strengthen US-ROK Relations ReportAug 2, 2022 Rising Anti-China Sentiment in South Korea Offers Opportunities To Strengthen US-ROK Relations The Yoon administration’s posture toward China has important implications for the U.S.-ROK alliance and America’s strategic approach in the region. Aug 2, 2022 Haneul Lee, Tobias Harris, Alan Yu
Helping Afghans Without Helping the Taliban ArticleJul 11, 2022 Helping Afghans Without Helping the Taliban Creative policy thinking can help the United States and the international community avert the worst human security outcomes in Afghanistan. Jul 11, 2022 Peter Juul
A Conversation With Former U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine Marie Yovanovitch Past EventJun 21, 2022 A Conversation With Former U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine Marie Yovanovitch Russia’s re-invasion of Ukraine and democratic backsliding at home and abroad pose threats to the freedom and security of the United States, its allies, and its partners. Jun 21, 2022
The China Difference in the U.S.-South Korea Alliance ReportDec 14, 2021 The China Difference in the U.S.-South Korea Alliance It is important to understand why the United States and South Korea do not see eye to eye on how to confront challenges presented by China. Dec 14, 2021 Tobias Harris, Abigail Bard, Haneul Lee
How To Regulate Tech: A Technology Policy Framework for Online Services ReportNov 16, 2021 How To Regulate Tech: A Technology Policy Framework for Online Services Online services have become an essential and ubiquitous part of American life. This report proposes a new regulatory framework to address existing harms, promote equitable growth, and protect the public interest online. Nov 16, 2021 Erin Simpson, Adam Conner
Creating a Domestic U.S. Supply Chain for Clean Energy Technology ReportOct 4, 2021 Creating a Domestic U.S. Supply Chain for Clean Energy Technology With the federal government poised to make historic investments in deploying clean technology, America also needs policies that build renewable energy supply chains at home. Oct 4, 2021 Mike Williams, Trevor Sutton
Personal Reflections on the 20th Anniversary of 9/11 ArticleSep 10, 2021 Personal Reflections on the 20th Anniversary of 9/11 Staff and fellows at the Center for American Progress share how 9/11 changed their lives. Sep 10, 2021 Center for American Progress staff and fellows
The United States Needs a Comprehensive Protection Plan for the Forcibly Displaced in Afghanistan ArticleAug 17, 2021 The United States Needs a Comprehensive Protection Plan for the Forcibly Displaced in Afghanistan The Biden administration should lead in developing a human rights-centered plan for the forcibly displaced to mitigate further disaster in Afghanistan. Aug 17, 2021 Alexandra Schmitt, Elisa Massimino
Fact Sheet: Recommendations for Advancing Gender Equality at Home and Abroad by Leveraging Women, Peace, and Security Fact SheetAug 4, 2021 Fact Sheet: Recommendations for Advancing Gender Equality at Home and Abroad by Leveraging Women, Peace, and Security The Gender Policy Council should include the following recommendations in its governmentwide strategy to ensure it can fully leverage and expand the U.S. government’s existing women, peace, and security mandate and architecture. Aug 4, 2021 Carolyn Kenney
Advancing Gender Equality at Home and Abroad by Leveraging Women, Peace, and Security ReportAug 4, 2021 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. Aug 4, 2021 Carolyn Kenney
Redefining Homeland Security: A New Framework for DHS To Meet Today’s Challenges ReportJun 16, 2021 Redefining Homeland Security: A New Framework for DHS To Meet Today’s Challenges To meet the challenges of today, the Biden administration and Congress should reform the Department of Homeland Security around a mission that highlights safety and services alongside its traditional protecting roles. Jun 16, 2021 Mara Rudman, Rudy deLeon, Joel Martinez, 5 More Elisa Massimino, Silva Mathema, Katrina Mulligan, Alexandra Schmitt, Philip E. Wolgin
A New Framework for DHS To Meet Today’s Challenges VideoJun 16, 2021 A New Framework for DHS To Meet Today’s Challenges What America needs from the Department of Homeland Security today is different from when it was founded nearly 20 years ago. Jun 16, 2021 Mara Rudman, Rudy deLeon, Joel Martinez, 5 More Elisa Massimino, Silva Mathema, Katrina Mulligan, Alexandra Schmitt, Philip E. Wolgin
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
Northern Syria Security Dynamics and the Refugee Crisis ReportMay 26, 2021 Northern Syria Security Dynamics and the Refugee Crisis Ensuring stability in northern Syria will require international engagement that balances humanitarian concerns with the moral hazard created by Turkey’s occupation. May 26, 2021 Max Hoffman, Alan Makovsky
National and Community Leaders Discuss How To End White Supremacist Violence VideoMay 7, 2021 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. May 7, 2021 Katrina Mulligan, Brette Steele, Simon Clark, 2 More Asha Padmanabhan, Rachel Hunkler
The First 100 Days: Analyzing the Biden Administration’s Foreign Policy Successes and Opportunities for the Next Year ArticleMay 6, 2021 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. May 6, 2021 Katrina Mulligan, Alexandra Schmitt, Siena Cicarelli
Fact Sheet: A National Policy Blueprint To End White Supremacist Violence Fact SheetApr 21, 2021 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. Apr 21, 2021 The Center for American Progress, the McCain Institute for International Leadership
A National Policy Blueprint To End White Supremacist Violence ReportApr 21, 2021 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. Apr 21, 2021 Katrina Mulligan, Brette Steele, Simon Clark, 2 More Asha Padmanabhan, Rachel Hunkler
An Opportunity for Change: President Biden’s First Defense Budget Proposal ReportMar 10, 2021 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. Mar 10, 2021 Lawrence J. Korb, Kaveh Toofan
A Plan To Reform U.S. Security Assistance ReportMar 9, 2021 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. Mar 9, 2021 Max Bergmann, Alexandra Schmitt
Turning the Tide on Dirty Money ReportFeb 26, 2021 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. Feb 26, 2021 Trevor Sutton, Ben Judah
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
Flashpoints in U.S.-Turkey Relations in 2021 ReportJan 19, 2021 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. Jan 19, 2021 Max Hoffman
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 Treasury Department Should Lead the Fight Against Corruption and Kleptocracy ReportDec 10, 2020 The Treasury Department Should Lead the Fight Against Corruption and Kleptocracy The United States should do more to combat the strategic use of corruption by authoritarian states and the private sector actors who enable it. Dec 10, 2020 Trevor Sutton, Simon Clark
A Rights-Centered Paradigm for Protecting the Forcibly Displaced ReportDec 7, 2020 A Rights-Centered Paradigm for Protecting the Forcibly Displaced The world needs a flexible, inclusive, and rights-centered paradigm to protect people who have been forcibly displaced—and the United States can help build it. Dec 7, 2020 Elisa Massimino, Alexandra Schmitt
5 Priorities for the U.S.-Japan Alliance in 2021 ArticleDec 2, 2020 5 Priorities for the U.S.-Japan Alliance in 2021 Over the coming year, new administrations in the United States and Japan must strengthen the alliance and reaffirm its value in Asia and beyond in order to tackle significant challenges. Dec 2, 2020 Michael Fuchs, Haneul Lee