The Origins and Evolution of Progressive Economics
Ruy Teixeira and John Halpin examine several core assumptions that broadly define a progressive approach to economics in terms of theory, values, and practice.
Books by CAP Authors
The American Way to Change
Shirley Sagawa on how national service and volunteers are transforming America.
The Shriver Report
Maria Shriver and the Center for American Progress on how a woman's nation changes everything.
Multimedia & Video
Interactive Map: America's Changing Demographics
Explore the changing demographics of the United States as people of color increasingly become a majority across the nation.
Our Growing Latino Population
Vanessa Cardenas discusses how the United States' Latino population can help boost relations with Latin America.
The Founding Fathers' Influence on Progressivism
John Halpin explains the progressive values in the Constitution and how Thomas Jefferson and Alexander Hamilton influenced progressive thought.
Video: Turning the Negative into Positive
Asma Uddin, editor and writer for Altmuslimah.com, talks about her work examining the question of gender and Islam.
How Progressive Are You?
Take the poll based on one the Center for American Progress employed to gauge the political leanings of our nation.
Recent Publications
- Faith and Family Equality: An Analysis of Arkansas’s 2008 Battle Over Same-Sex Adoption
- The Role of Faith in the Progressive Movement: Part Six of the Progressive Tradition Series
- Universal Human Rights in Progressive Thought and Politics: Part Four of the Progressive Tradition Series
- The Progressivism of America’s Founding: Part Five of the Progressive Tradition Series
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Media
The Underlying Nonsense in David Brooks’s Lament
The New York Times columnist’s recent statements about conservative austerity measures are unsupported by evidence, writes Eric Alterman. Gay & Transgender Issues
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Bishop Gene Robinson explains why Congress should pass the Employment Non-Discrimination Act to provide workplace protections for gay and transgender employees.Religion & Values
Targeting the Innocent
Sally Steenland interviews Sameer Ahmed, an attorney, about his work showing how Muslim Americans are unfairly treated under antiterrorism policies. More on Media & Progressive Values
Public Calls for Action on Housing: Public Opinion by Ruy Teixeira
Wall Street Wins (and Whines): Think Again by Eric Alterman
The Lack of Diversity on Capitol Hill: Leger on the Lack of Diversity on Capitol Hill
Stewart and Wallace: Network on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown: Think Again by Eric Alterman
‘Gangsta’ Ad Misfires on Racist Right: Race and Beyond
Marriage Equality: Have We Reached the Tipping Point?: Public Opinion by Ruy Teixeira
The Color of Help: Workers of Color Dominate Domestic Services but Lack Union Rights
The Evolution of Support for Marriage Equality: A Majority of Americans Now Support Marriage Equality
Combating Islamophobia in Florida: An Interview with Muhammed Malik
The FCC’s New 'Local' Focus: Too Little, Too Late? : Think Again by Eric Alterman