Executive Summary: Hope After Harm ArticleAugust 20, 2025 Executive Summary: Hope After Harm A state-by-state analysis of victim compensation statutes reveals tremendous potential for states to better meet the needs of survivors of violence and to ultimately break cycles of harm. Aug 20, 2025 Chandler Hall, Alice Hamblett
Resumen ejecutivo: Esperanza después del daño ArtículoAugust 20, 2025 Resumen ejecutivo: Esperanza después del daño Un análisis estado por estado de las leyes de compensación para las víctimas revela un tremendo potencial para que los estados satisfagan mejor las necesidades de los sobrevivientes de la violencia y, en última instancia, rompan los ciclos de daño. Aug 20, 2025 Chandler Hall, Alice Hamblett
Hope After Harm: An Evaluation of State Victim Compensation Statutes ReportAugust 20, 2025 Hope After Harm: An Evaluation of State Victim Compensation Statutes There is tremendous potential for states to reform their victim compensation statutes to better meet the needs of survivors of violence and to ultimately break cycles of harm. Aug 20, 2025 Chandler Hall, Alice Hamblett
President Trump’s Recent Actions in Washington, D.C., Are an Abuse of Power and Threaten Public Safety for All ArticleAugust 18, 2025 President Trump’s Recent Actions in Washington, D.C., Are an Abuse of Power and Threaten Public Safety for All Authorizing the deployment of National Guard troops and federalizing the local police force are dangerous political theatrics that threaten democracy nationwide. Aug 18, 2025 Rachael Eisenberg, Dan Herman, Allie Preston, 1 More Michael Sozan
Trump’s Agenda Is a Direct Threat to the Black Middle Class ArticleAugust 18, 2025 Trump’s Agenda Is a Direct Threat to the Black Middle Class Donald Trump returned to the presidency promising a policy agenda that would help the Black middle class succeed. However, his choices in office and his attacks on diversity and equal opportunity have represented a direct assault on their ability to maintain economic stability. Aug 18, 2025 William Roberts, Mariam Rashid
CAP Comments on HHS’ Notice Affecting Head Start Eligibility Criteria ArticleAugust 14, 2025 CAP Comments on HHS’ Notice Affecting Head Start Eligibility Criteria The Center for American Progress submitted a comment letter to the Health and Human Services Department opposing the agency’s unprecedented notice requiring Head Start programs to verify citizenship status in order for families to qualify for services. Aug 14, 2025 Hailey Gibbs, Rosa Barrientos-Ferrer
State Voting Rights Acts: Language Access VideoJune 17, 2025 State Voting Rights Acts: Language Access This is the fifth video in the “State Voting Rights Acts: Explained” video series created by the Center for American Progress and the Legal Defense Fund. Jun 17, 2025 Rebecca Mears, Adam Lioz, Hai-Lam Phan, 3 More Olivia Mowry, Toni Pandolfo, Matthew Gossage
The Trump Administration’s Assault on Environmental Protections Will Give Polluters a Free Pass While Causing Millions of Asthma Attacks ReportJune 3, 2025 The Trump Administration’s Assault on Environmental Protections Will Give Polluters a Free Pass While Causing Millions of Asthma Attacks The Trump administration’s plan to weaken clean air protections could cause more than 10,000 asthma attacks per day while cutting lifesaving asthma prevention programs and as House Republicans seek to slash pollution reduction efforts, clean technology investments, and essential health care coverage—all to give tax breaks to billionaires. Jun 3, 2025 Cathleen Kelly, Jill Rosenthal, Leo Banks
CAP Comments on the Census Bureau’s Proposed Race-Ethnicity Code List for the ACS and the 2030 Census ArticleApril 25, 2025 CAP Comments on the Census Bureau’s Proposed Race-Ethnicity Code List for the ACS and the 2030 Census The Center for American Progress submitted comments to the U.S. Census Bureau regarding the proposed changes to the race/ethnicity code list for the American Community Survey and the 2030 census. Apr 25, 2025 Mariam Rashid, Sara Estep
The Trump Administration Has Made 36 Million Workers Newly Vulnerable to Discrimination and Harassment ArticleFebruary 27, 2025 The Trump Administration Has Made 36 Million Workers Newly Vulnerable to Discrimination and Harassment The Trump administration has put more than 36 million private sector workers at risk of unchecked discrimination and harassment, with hundreds of millions of taxpayer dollars now potentially pouring into discriminatory workplaces. Feb 27, 2025 Sara Estep
Baby Bonds: A Worthwhile Step To Reduce the Racial Wealth Gap ReportFebruary 20, 2025 Baby Bonds: A Worthwhile Step To Reduce the Racial Wealth Gap Baby bonds build intergenerational wealth for households that often have not had access to economic opportunities, mobility, and security. Feb 20, 2025 Edwith Theogene, Christian E. Weller
Prioritize Community Needs Over Politics In the NewsFebruary 7, 2025 Prioritize Community Needs Over Politics In an op-ed published by InsideSources, Margaret Cooney writes about the wildfires in Los Angeles and describes the practical ways local policymakers can better prepare to offset the effects of climate change. Feb 7, 2025 InsideSources Margaret Cooney
The Recovery From COVID-19 Pandemic Gun Violence In the NewsJanuary 23, 2025 The Recovery From COVID-19 Pandemic Gun Violence In an article published by Vital City, Chandler Hall and Nick Wilson from the Center for American Progress along with Alex R. Piquero explain trends in gun violence in U.S. cities since the COVID-19 pandemic. Jan 23, 2025 Vital City Alex R. Piquero, Chandler Hall, Nick Wilson
Gun Violence Trends in US Cities During the Early Phase of the COVID-19 Pandemic In the NewsJanuary 16, 2025 Gun Violence Trends in US Cities During the Early Phase of the COVID-19 Pandemic In a research letter published in JAMA Network Open, Chandler Hall and Nick Wilson of the Center for American Progress, along with Alex R. Piquero, examine whether there was variation in gun violence trends in U.S. cities during the early phase of the COVID-19 pandemic. Jan 16, 2025 JAMA Network Open Chandler Hall, Nick Wilson, Alex R. Piquero
The Freedom To Vote: The Power of Casting a Ballot VideoOctober 31, 2024 The Freedom To Vote: The Power of Casting a Ballot Stephanie Hicks’ story of re-enfranchisement in Alabama speaks to how the lives of more than 3 million disenfranchised Americans could be transformed. Oct 31, 2024 Greta Bedekovics, Ben Olinsky, Hai-Lam Phan, 2 More Matthew Gossage, Toni Pandolfo
The Top 5 Ways Project 2025 Would Hurt Disabled People ReportOctober 28, 2024 The Top 5 Ways Project 2025 Would Hurt Disabled People Project 2025 would directly harm disabled people by removing basic civil rights protections and making it harder for these individuals to access necessary resources and services. Oct 28, 2024 Mia Ives-Rublee, Casey Doherty
The Freedom To Vote: The Pride and Empowerment That Come With the Right To Vote VideoOctober 24, 2024 The Freedom To Vote: The Pride and Empowerment That Come With the Right To Vote Ronald McKeithen’s story of re-enfranchisement in Alabama speaks to how the lives of more than 3 million disenfranchised Americans could be transformed. Oct 24, 2024 Greta Bedekovics, Ben Olinsky, Hai-Lam Phan, 2 More Matthew Gossage, Toni Pandolfo
6 Ways Cities and Counties Can Reduce Gun Violence ReportOctober 21, 2024 6 Ways Cities and Counties Can Reduce Gun Violence Cities and counties across the country are taking meaningful steps toward reducing gun violence by implementing a set of accountability and prevention strategies capable of healing communities while breaking cycles of violence. Oct 21, 2024 Allison Jordan
The Freedom to Vote: How Re-enfranchisement Would Strengthen Democracy VideoOctober 18, 2024 The Freedom to Vote: How Re-enfranchisement Would Strengthen Democracy Timothy Lanier’s story of disenfranchisement in Alabama speaks to the reality of the more than 3 million Americans who are denied their right to vote. Oct 18, 2024 Greta Bedekovics, Ben Olinsky, Hai-Lam Phan, 2 More Matthew Gossage, Toni Pandolfo
Project 2025 Would Put the Oil and Gas Industry Before Americans and Their Public Lands ArticleOctober 17, 2024 Project 2025 Would Put the Oil and Gas Industry Before Americans and Their Public Lands Project 2025 would further benefit oil and gas CEOs and investors at the expense of the health, well-being, and economic freedom of everyday Americans by offering up public lands and waters to the oil and gas industry. Oct 17, 2024 Mariel Lutz, Jenny Rowland-Shea
How Joy and Belonging Can Help Underrepresented Students Succeed in STEM ReportAugust 29, 2024 How Joy and Belonging Can Help Underrepresented Students Succeed in STEM Fostering joy and belonging in STEM has the potential to open doors for underrepresented students in both STEM education and the STEM workforce. Aug 29, 2024 Tania Otero Martinez
Building for Our Future Past EventAugust 12, 2024 Building for Our Future A Black Agenda for 2025 and Beyond The Barn & Bowl Bistro | Oak Bluffs, MA Aug 12, 2024
Sonya Massey’s Memory Should Spur Federal Action To Meaningfully Change Policing ArticleJuly 31, 2024 Sonya Massey’s Memory Should Spur Federal Action To Meaningfully Change Policing The killing of Sonya Massey at the hands of police should motivate federal policymakers to finally take action that will create real accountability and deliver lasting safety for people of color. Jul 31, 2024 Rachael Eisenberg
Project 2025’s Elimination of Title I Funding Would Hurt Students and Decimate Teaching Positions in Local Schools ArticleJuly 25, 2024 Project 2025’s Elimination of Title I Funding Would Hurt Students and Decimate Teaching Positions in Local Schools Project 2025 would decimate more than 180,000 teacher positions and negatively affect the academic outcomes of 2.8 million vulnerable students across the country. Jul 25, 2024 Weadé James, Will Ragland
Taking Further Agency Action on AI ReportJune 17, 2024 Taking Further Agency Action on AI This joint report from Governing for Impact and the Center for American Progress maps select agencies’ existing statutory authority to protect consumers, workers, and families from potential artificial intelligence harms. Jun 17, 2024 Will Dobbs-Allsopp, Reed Shaw, Anna Rodriguez, 5 More Todd Phillips, Rachael Klarman, Adam Conner, Nicole Alvarez, Ben Olinsky
Secretary Deb Haaland Has Made Historic Progress at the Department of the Interior ArticleJune 3, 2024 Secretary Deb Haaland Has Made Historic Progress at the Department of the Interior Deb Haaland, the 54th U.S. secretary of the interior, has delivered historic conservation policies and made groundbreaking progress in addressing the treatment of Tribal and Indigenous peoples in the United States. Jun 3, 2024 Angelo Villagomez, Sam Zeno, Joel Moffett
In Pursuit of Justice: Fulfilling the Promise of Brown v. Board of Education ArticleMay 17, 2024 In Pursuit of Justice: Fulfilling the Promise of Brown v. Board of Education If we hope to produce an active and diverse citizenry committed to advancing democratic principles, our students must be able to learn with and from peers of different races, ethnicities, languages, faiths, and economic status. May 17, 2024 Weadé James
Film Screening: ‘The 50’ (Online) Past EventApril 30, 2024 Film Screening: ‘The 50’ (Online) A documentary film about a groundbreaking mental health program in a California prison, told by the program’s first 50 participants. The film will be followed by a discussion with the film's director and subjects. CAP Online | Stream "The 50" on this webpage during this timeframe: Apr 30, 2024
Voting Rights in Alabama Past EventApril 29, 2024 Voting Rights in Alabama The Legacy of the Civil Rights Movement, the Battle Against Voter Suppression Today, and the Need for Federal Solutions Online only Apr 29, 2024
The Legacy of the Civil Rights Movement and the Continued Fight for Rights Past EventApril 22, 2024 The Legacy of the Civil Rights Movement and the Continued Fight for Rights A conversation with Sen. Doug Jones and civil rights attorney Fred Gray Apr 22, 2024
Debunking the ‘Guns Make Us Safer’ Myth ReportFebruary 12, 2024 Debunking the ‘Guns Make Us Safer’ Myth Despite arguments from the gun lobby and its allies, guns used for self-defense are not common, beneficial for society, or efficient in deterring mass shootings or criminal victimization. Feb 12, 2024 Allison Jordan, Chandler Hall, Devin Hughes
Securing Clean Air, Clean Water, and a Healthy Environment for All VideoFebruary 2, 2024 Securing Clean Air, Clean Water, and a Healthy Environment for All Industrial facilities are most often located in or near Black, brown, and low-income communities who face the brunt of harmful industrial pollution, climate change impacts, and other environmental and public health hazards—something Harold Mitchell experienced firsthand in Spartanburg, South Carolina. Fortunately, the Biden administration’s long-overdue environmental justice investments can ensure that all people—regardless of race, income, or ZIP code—have clean air and clean water and live in safe and healthy communities. Feb 2, 2024 Devon Lespier, Margaret Cooney, Hannah Malus, 6 More Cathleen Kelly, Hai-Lam Phan, Matthew Gossage, Jeremy Hill, Andrew Sonntag, Toni Pandolfo
Fact Sheet: Dispatching Community Responders to 911 Calls Fact SheetDecember 13, 2023 Fact Sheet: Dispatching Community Responders to 911 Calls Cities nationwide are using three principal models to effectively dispatch community responder teams. Dec 13, 2023 Amos Irwin, Rachael Eisenberg
Dispatching Community Responders to 911 Calls ReportDecember 13, 2023 Dispatching Community Responders to 911 Calls This report compares three principal models that cities are using to dispatch community responder teams, answers frequently asked questions, and shares lessons learned. Dec 13, 2023 Amos Irwin, Rachael Eisenberg
2023 CAP IDEAS Conference Past EventOctober 25, 2023 2023 CAP IDEAS Conference Join the Center for American Progress as we celebrate 20 years of innovative policy solutions and look boldly forward to a progressive future. Oct 25, 2023
Hawkins Centers of Excellence at Minority-Serving Institutions Are Boosting Teacher Diversity ArticleOctober 19, 2023 Hawkins Centers of Excellence at Minority-Serving Institutions Are Boosting Teacher Diversity Congress must maintain funding for a long-overlooked program that is helping to recruit and support more teachers of color. Oct 19, 2023 Lauren Worley
The Biden Administration’s Policy Wins Are Creating Opportunities and Building Equity Across the Board for Latinos ArticleOctober 13, 2023 The Biden Administration’s Policy Wins Are Creating Opportunities and Building Equity Across the Board for Latinos The Biden administration’s historic investments support Latinos and have advanced racial equity for all Americans. Oct 13, 2023 Gaby Blanco, Rafael Medina, Mariam Rashid
Executive Summary: A Whole-of-Government, Society-Wide Approach to Tackling the Opioid Crisis Fact SheetSeptember 21, 2023 Executive Summary: A Whole-of-Government, Society-Wide Approach to Tackling the Opioid Crisis This fact sheet summarizes a recent Center for American Progress report outlining the need for a whole-of-government, society-wide approach to addressing the complex challenges posed by the opioid overdose epidemic. Sep 21, 2023 Trinh Q. Truong, Debu Gandhi, Jill Rosenthal, 5 More Marquisha Johns, Mariam Rashid, Dan Restrepo, Akua Amaning, Cleo Bluthenthal
Tackling the Opioid Crisis Requires a Whole-of-Government, Society-Wide Approach ReportSeptember 20, 2023 Tackling the Opioid Crisis Requires a Whole-of-Government, Society-Wide Approach The opioid epidemic is a complex public health crisis that can be ameliorated by addressing root causes of drug use; expanding access to treatment and harm reduction strategies; and reducing the supply of illicit opioids entering the United States. Sep 20, 2023 Trinh Q. Truong, Debu Gandhi, Jill Rosenthal, 5 More Marquisha Johns, Mariam Rashid, Dan Restrepo, Akua Amaning, Cleo Bluthenthal
The CHIPS and Science Act Will Bring Technology and Manufacturing Investment to Rural Areas and Communities of Color ReportSeptember 19, 2023 The CHIPS and Science Act Will Bring Technology and Manufacturing Investment to Rural Areas and Communities of Color The Tech Hubs program within the CHIPS and Science Act is a major opportunity to provide equitable access to industry for underserved communities and economic growth for the country at large. Sep 19, 2023 Ashleigh Maciolek, Justine Gluck, Sara Partridge, 1 More Sydney Bryant
Last of the Lions: An African American Journey in Memoir Past EventSeptember 6, 2023 Last of the Lions: An African American Journey in Memoir Please join the Center for American Progress for a conversation with Clarence B. Jones. Center for American Progress Sep 6, 2023
A Conversation With Catherine E. Lhamon, Assistant Secretary for the Office for Civil Rights at the U.S. Department of Education Past EventAugust 29, 2023 A Conversation With Catherine E. Lhamon, Assistant Secretary for the Office for Civil Rights at the U.S. Department of Education Please join the Center for American Progress to explore the importance of nondiscrimination in education, especially in America’s colleges and universities. Center for American Progress Aug 29, 2023
CAP’s Response to the Federal Housing Finance Agency’s RFI on the Enterprises’ Single-Family Mortgage Pricing Framework ArticleAugust 23, 2023 CAP’s Response to the Federal Housing Finance Agency’s RFI on the Enterprises’ Single-Family Mortgage Pricing Framework The Center for American Progress submitted comments in response to the FHFA’s request for input on the Enterprises’ single-family pricing framework. Aug 23, 2023 Michela Zonta
Transforming the Economy: Forging Black Economic Power Across America Past EventAugust 14, 2023 Transforming the Economy: Forging Black Economic Power Across America Join the Center for American Progress and the National Partnership of Women & Families on Martha’s Vineyard for a moderated panel which explores new ways to promote economic opportunity in Black communities. Barn & Bowl Bistro Aug 14, 2023
The Disproportionate Burden of Eviction on Black Women ReportAugust 14, 2023 The Disproportionate Burden of Eviction on Black Women The United States continues to face an eviction crisis that has been exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic and that disproportionately affects communities of color, particularly Black women. Aug 14, 2023 Cleo Bluthenthal
Raising Wages, Closing Pay Gaps: Tackling Fair Pay for Black Women Past EventJuly 24, 2023 Raising Wages, Closing Pay Gaps: Tackling Fair Pay for Black Women Tune in below to watch a discussion on the connection between raising the minimum wage and Black Women’s Equal Pay Day. Online only Jul 24, 2023
Reversing the Decline in Routine Childhood Immunization Rates Is Good Health, Equity, and Economic Policy ReportJuly 6, 2023 Reversing the Decline in Routine Childhood Immunization Rates Is Good Health, Equity, and Economic Policy Policymakers can address the decline in routine childhood vaccination rates in the United States by improving access and boosting confidence in childhood vaccines, and by making vaccination the easiest and most sensible choice. Jul 6, 2023 Jill Rosenthal
Strengthening Early Childhood Health, Housing, Education, and Economic Well-Being Through Holistic Public Policy ReportJune 29, 2023 Strengthening Early Childhood Health, Housing, Education, and Economic Well-Being Through Holistic Public Policy The preschool years present a critical developmental period sensitive to changes in public health and social policy, for which robust investments in programs that support families can improve intergenerational outcomes. Jun 29, 2023 Allie Schneider, Hailey Gibbs
Tackling Climate Change and Environmental Injustice IssueNovember 1, 2021 Tackling Climate Change and Environmental Injustice We pursue climate action that meets the crisis’s urgency, creates good-quality jobs, benefits disadvantaged communities, and restores U.S. credibility on the global stage.
Strengthening Health IssueNovember 1, 2021 Strengthening Health We work to strengthen public health systems and improve health care coverage, access, and affordability.
Building an Economy for All IssueNovember 1, 2021 Building an Economy for All Economic growth must be built on the foundation of a strong and secure middle class so that all Americans benefit from growth.
Advancing Racial Equity and Justice IssueNovember 1, 2021 Advancing Racial Equity and Justice We apply a racial equity lens in developing and advancing policies that aim to root out entrenched systemic racism to ensure everyone has an opportunity to thrive.