Institutes Websites

A think tank offering policy proposals, talking points, events, news and columns. Weekly email newsletter Progress Report.

CLASP is a non-profit organization with expertise in both law and policy affecting the poor. Through education, policy research and advocacy, CLASP seeks to improve the economic security of low-income families with children and secure access for low-income persons.

CNP undertakes research and analysis to frame options and to formulate policy recommendations, focusing activities in economic analysis, equal opportunity, community studies and foreign policy.

A public policy advocacy organization specializing in federal budget issues from a low-income perspective.

An institute for progressive research and action to create a more responsible society built around the values of justice, nonviolence, sustainability, and decency.

A U.S. national, nonprofit institution that conducts research on public policy issues of special concern to African Americans.

Non-profit institute associated with the U.S. Democratic Party, working to strengthen and expand democracy worldwide.

An institute investigating and analysing U.S. social and economic problems and issues, including the New Federalism, welfare and welfare-to-work, Medicare, and disabilities issues.

Analyzes interdisciplinary environmental data from around the world, providing information on how to build a sustainable society.

A nonpartisan think tank that seeks to broaden the public debate about strategies to achieve a prosperous and fair economy.

A research foundation that undertakes timely and critical analyses of major economic, political, and social institutions and issues

The Center of Concern analyses issues from an ethical perspective based on Catholic Social Teaching,and promotes the good of the entire global community and the integrity of every individual.

A public policy institute shaping the Third Way agenda with progressive legislative solutions.