Supporting Continued Reform in Myanmar
President Obama returns to Myanmar two years after his initial visit to address further reforms as the country continues to undergo its democratic transition. Read more →
Remembering America’s Veterans in 2014
A statistical snapshot of our veterans and the challenges they face.
The Political Consequences of the Great Recession
Deep voter pessimism and a lack of an economic agenda from Democrats, not just structural obstacles, drove GOP gains in 2014.
Economy
Everything but the Wages: One Major Step Short of a Robustly Healthy Labor Market
The economy continues to grow and add jobs at a healthy pace; unfortunately, the uptick in wages has yet to arrive.
China
Video Series: Stories from the Frontlines of a Rising China
Video
The Center for American Progress traveled to Beijing to film some of China's young pioneers in action. This video series presents an inside look at some of the opportunities and challenges China faces today, seen through the eyes of four young rising leaders.
China
Expanding the Frontier of U.S.-China Strategic Cooperation Will Require New Thinking on Both Sides of the Pacific
Issue Brief
The Center for American Progress recently convened a group of rising U.S. and Chinese foreign policy leaders to examine some of the most difficult issues plaguing the world’s most important bilateral relationship. They found that both sides need to better clarify their own intentions and address the other side’s suspicions.
Energy and Environment
Coastal Ecosystem Protection: A Strategic Opportunity for the United States and India
Coastal wetlands and mangrove forests help fight climate change, but strong leadership and bilateral collaboration are urgently needed to avoid losing them forever.
Economy
Promoting Entrepreneurship Among Millennials
Issue Brief
Young people want to start businesses, but they face challenges.
Energy and Environment
For President Obama, It Is All About Veto Power Now
The new Congress that will begin in January will likely mean a broad assault on public lands conservation. President Obama should follow the lead of former President Clinton and wield the veto pen.
Race and Ethnicity
The Economic Benefits of Closing Educational Achievement Gaps
Report
Closing the educational achievement gaps of children of color would strengthen our economy and our nation.
Energy and Environment
Rising to the Challenge
Cities around the globe are on the front lines of climate change. A new project in Los Angeles is bringing major resources and intellectual firepower to confront this challenge and help make America’s first major city 100 percent energy and water sustainable.
Regulation and Markets
The Need to Protect Private Enforcement Mechanisms
A recent Delaware Supreme Court decision threatens to undermine shareholders’ abilities to bring private litigation against corrupt companies.
Race and Ethnicity
Why Young, Minority, and Low-Income Citizens Don’t Vote
When voters who are young, minorities, or low income are excluded from the national conversation, it is no wonder that they do not make it out to the polls on Election Day.
Economy
The State of the U.S. Labor Market: Pre-November 2014 Jobs Release
Charts
Despite an improving labor market, other indicators show that we are far from the healthy economy Americans need.
Energy and Environment
Payback: A First Look at the Fossil-Fuel and Anti-Environment Agenda of the Next Congress
The new Congress will have its sights set on rolling back environmental protections; fast tracking exports of oil, coal, and gas; and stopping new protections for parks, monuments, and wilderness.
