Think Tanks

2024-02-20 20:33:40
by Kate Michael
Brazilian Diplomat Talks Relationship With US in Advance of Blinken’s Visit to Rio

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Secretary of State Antony Blinken travels to Rio de Janeiro this week, marking his first visit to... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Secretary of State Antony Blinken travels to Rio de Janeiro this week, marking his first visit to Brazil after four years as the top U.S. diplomat. Many believe the visit, scheduled to coincide with the G20 foreign... Read More

2024-01-29 17:33:57
by Kate Michael
Former House Speaker Ryan Calls EITC ‘Best Tool in the Arsenal’ for Economic Mobility

WASHINGTON, D.C. — As Congress grapples with the challenges of government spending levels and bipartisan tax deals, one policy that... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. — As Congress grapples with the challenges of government spending levels and bipartisan tax deals, one policy that has consistently been at the center of discussions for promoting America’s 21st-century economy is the Earned Income Tax Credit. According... Read More

2023-12-20 20:02:10
by Kate Michael
Ambassador Burns Hopeful About Future US-China Relations

WASHINGTON — Last month, President Biden met with China’s President Xi Jinping at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit in California.... Read More

WASHINGTON — Last month, President Biden met with China’s President Xi Jinping at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit in California. This was the leaders’ first meeting in a year, and while it didn’t yield any major breakthroughs, after years of... Read More

2023-10-22 21:50:36
by Kate Michael
EEOC Chair Calls AI ‘New Civil Rights Frontier’

WASHINGTON — Companies thinking about using AI to take advantage of efficiencies in the hiring process were put on notice... Read More

WASHINGTON — Companies thinking about using AI to take advantage of efficiencies in the hiring process were put on notice earlier this year when the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission settled its first-ever AI discrimination-in-hiring lawsuit, reaching an agreement with... Read More

2023-10-11 21:31:56
by Kate Michael
Trade Rep. Tai Outlines Biden's Worker-Centered Trade Policies 

WASHINGTON — The United States is at a crossroads in its trade agenda, with pivotal negotiations and policy shifts on... Read More

WASHINGTON — The United States is at a crossroads in its trade agenda, with pivotal negotiations and policy shifts on the horizon. Two notable initiatives, the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity and the Global Arrangement for Sustainable Steel and Aluminum,... Read More

2023-10-02 12:43:40
by Kate Michael
Atlantic Council Lays Out Roadmap for Caribbean Energy Transition

WASHINGTON — In its quest for sustainable and reliable energy sources, the Caribbean, like much of the world, is at... Read More

WASHINGTON — In its quest for sustainable and reliable energy sources, the Caribbean, like much of the world, is at a critical juncture. The region is plagued by high energy prices, heavy dependence on petroleum imports and an urgent need... Read More

2023-09-15 20:20:18
by Kate Michael
DHS Chief Intelligence Officer Pushes for Increased Transparency

WASHINGTON — In the wake of controversies that surfaced in the summer of 2020 regarding the Department of Homeland Security’s... Read More

WASHINGTON — In the wake of controversies that surfaced in the summer of 2020 regarding the Department of Homeland Security’s Office of Intelligence and Analysis, Secretary Ken Wainstein is on somewhat of a transparency tour. This coincides with Congress facing... Read More

2023-08-18 16:25:10
by Kate Michael
US, South Korea and Japan Set to Forge Unprecedented Cooperation

CAMP DAVID, Md. — The U.S., South Korea and Japan are set to convene a historic trilateral summit at Camp... Read More

CAMP DAVID, Md. — The U.S., South Korea and Japan are set to convene a historic trilateral summit at Camp David. This meeting, which experts believe marks a significant milestone in international relations, has garnered attention for its potential to... Read More

2023-08-07 14:40:36
by Kate Michael
Analyst Discusses Fitch Ratings Downgrade of US Credit Rating, Says ‘Rome Isn’t Burning’

WASHINGTON — Fitch Ratings downgraded the U.S. credit rating from AAA to AA+ last week. One of the big three... Read More

WASHINGTON — Fitch Ratings downgraded the U.S. credit rating from AAA to AA+ last week. One of the big three credit rating agencies, Fitch determined this first downgrade since 2011 was necessary due to continued erosion of governance, fiscal deterioration... Read More

2023-07-26 15:19:05
by Kate Michael
Rep. Adam Smith Reveals His Mental Health Journey

WASHINGTON — “If I believe in just one thing, it is the ability of human beings to adapt, learn and... Read More

WASHINGTON — “If I believe in just one thing, it is the ability of human beings to adapt, learn and get better,” Rep. Adam Smith, D-Wash., told attendees at a Brookings Institution event this week as he detailed his mental... Read More

2023-07-24 14:45:59
by Kate Michael
Blinken and Austin Tandem Trips Highlight Indo-Pacific Investment Strategy

WASHINGTON — Historic steps are happening this week in the Indo-Pacific as U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and U.S.... Read More

WASHINGTON — Historic steps are happening this week in the Indo-Pacific as U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin will tag-team meetings around the region, in part to counter China's growing influence. Blinken will be... Read More

2023-07-19 16:02:10
by Jacquelyn Burrer
Wilson Center Hosts Discussion on US-Brazil Relations

WASHINGTON — The new Brazilian ambassador to the United States, Maria Luiza Viotti, used her first public appearance in her... Read More

WASHINGTON — The new Brazilian ambassador to the United States, Maria Luiza Viotti, used her first public appearance in her new role to outline a vision of stability and peace, as well as her nation’s commitment to addressing global issues... Read More

2023-07-17 12:59:22
by Kate Michael
'Innovative Financing Solutions Needed' in Fight Against Hunger

WASHINGTON — In the face of escalating global food insecurity, the work of the U.N. International Fund for Agricultural Development... Read More

WASHINGTON — In the face of escalating global food insecurity, the work of the U.N. International Fund for Agricultural Development has been challenged by increased conflicts, forced migrations and the lack of sufficient investment. “If hunger were a single country,... Read More

2023-07-14 17:36:11
by Jacquelyn Burrer
Expert Panel Dissects 2023 Supreme Court Term

WASHINGTON — Another momentous U.S. Supreme Court term has come and gone, and this past week, the National Constitution Center... Read More

WASHINGTON — Another momentous U.S. Supreme Court term has come and gone, and this past week, the National Constitution Center and Anti-Defamation League hosted a review of the high court’s most important decisions of the 2022-2023 term and possible long-term... Read More

2023-07-11 14:56:02
by Kate Michael
Two More Rate Hikes This Year? A Federal Reserve Bank CEO Says It’s Possible

WASHINGTON — The Federal Reserve, the central banking system of the United States, is currently facing several significant challenges in... Read More

WASHINGTON — The Federal Reserve, the central banking system of the United States, is currently facing several significant challenges in its efforts to maintain a stable and robust banking system.  The panel of Federal Reserve governors voted unanimously last month... Read More

2023-06-29 17:46:25
by Kate Michael
USAID Admin Says Inclusive Development Is Fundamental

WASHINGTON — The United States Agency for International Development is a leading force for promoting global development and humanitarian assistance.... Read More

WASHINGTON — The United States Agency for International Development is a leading force for promoting global development and humanitarian assistance. In many parts of the world, however, providing services is challenging when inclusive development may run contrary to a nation’s... Read More

2023-06-23 13:39:16
by Quinn O'Connor
Panelists Confront Anti-LGBTQ+ Stigma and Discrimination Crisis in Uganda

WASHINGTON — Uganda’s long history of legally-sanctioned violence and stigmatizing of homosexuals and those in same-sex relationships is not just... Read More

WASHINGTON — Uganda’s long history of legally-sanctioned violence and stigmatizing of homosexuals and those in same-sex relationships is not just a crisis of human rights, but poses real dangers when it comes to addressing health emergencies and HIV response, according... Read More

2023-06-20 16:27:43
by Kate Michael
Experts Evaluate NATO Enlargement 

WASHINGTON — Intense academic and policy discussions about the security, political and societal consequences of expansion have existed since the... Read More

WASHINGTON — Intense academic and policy discussions about the security, political and societal consequences of expansion have existed since the North Atlantic Treaty Organization’s inception, and with the potential future admission of Ukraine, debates continue to run hot.  Ahead of... Read More

2023-06-16 17:46:12
by Kate Michael
Policymakers Weigh Consequences of Regulating AI

WASHINGTON — As emerging technologies reshape the labor market, policymakers face the challenging task of addressing the issues of job... Read More

WASHINGTON — As emerging technologies reshape the labor market, policymakers face the challenging task of addressing the issues of job disruption, inequality and fostering innovation. The advent of artificial intelligence, blockchain and other disruptive technologies has raised concerns and garnered... Read More

2023-06-13 19:28:58
by Kate Michael
People Over Robots? Experts Say Tech Doesn’t Equal Job Loss

WASHINGTON — The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence technology has raised concerns about its impact on the labor force. A... Read More

WASHINGTON — The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence technology has raised concerns about its impact on the labor force. A recent Bipartisan Policy Center discussion contends that the issue may not be just in job function, but also at the... Read More

2023-06-13 17:16:26
by Jacquelyn Burrer
Wilson Center Hosts China Belt and Road Initiative Documentary Screening

WASHINGTON — The Wilson Center on Monday played host to Bertelsmann Foundation filmmaker Samuel George for a screening of his... Read More

WASHINGTON — The Wilson Center on Monday played host to Bertelsmann Foundation filmmaker Samuel George for a screening of his new documentary, “Tinderbox, Belt and Road — China in the Balkans.”  The film is a deep dive into how China’s... Read More

2023-06-07 20:51:25
by Dan McCue
Think Tank Weighs In on Medicare Payments for Ambulatory Services

WASHINGTON — As Congress considers proposals that would eliminate existing differences in Medicare payments for ambulatory services, a think tank... Read More

WASHINGTON — As Congress considers proposals that would eliminate existing differences in Medicare payments for ambulatory services, a think tank is warning lawmakers to be on the lookout for unintended consequences. In a new paper published by the American Enterprise... Read More

2023-06-05 14:28:05
by Kate Michael
Cybersecurity Experts Discuss Plans for Protecting Critical Infrastructure

WASHINGTON — When an oil and gas pipeline was disrupted by a ransomware attack just two years ago, other vital... Read More

WASHINGTON — When an oil and gas pipeline was disrupted by a ransomware attack just two years ago, other vital industries took notice. Now, the administration is seeking to secure the nation’s infrastructure from cyberthreats through mandatory minimum standards. “The... Read More

2023-05-19 19:07:12
by TWN Staff
Experts Ponder Economic Consequences of Default

WASHINGTON — Republicans are pointing to the Democrats, Democrats are blaming Republicans, but one thing all agree on: If the... Read More

WASHINGTON — Republicans are pointing to the Democrats, Democrats are blaming Republicans, but one thing all agree on: If the U.S. defaults on its debt, the results could be catastrophic. The Center for American Progress, a liberal public policy research... Read More

2023-05-11 17:46:37
by Kate Michael
Podesta Says Permitting Priorities Build on Manchin Bill

WASHINGTON — When it comes to energy permitting reform, it sounds like even the president is looking to Sen. Joe... Read More

WASHINGTON — When it comes to energy permitting reform, it sounds like even the president is looking to Sen. Joe Manchin’s, D-W.Va., proposal as a starting place for discussion.  As the United States looks to build infrastructure projects and other... Read More

2023-04-25 13:07:43
by Kate Michael
Top US Environmental Diplomat Praises America’s ‘Can-Do Spirit'

WASHINGTON — In her last public event before taking on her new role as CEO of the Wildlife Conservation Society,... Read More

WASHINGTON — In her last public event before taking on her new role as CEO of the Wildlife Conservation Society, Monica Medina told the Wilson Center she’s confident in the world’s ability to meet its global sustainability challenges thanks to... Read More

2023-04-18 13:35:01
by Kate Michael
Spanberger Says US Intelligence 'Very Strong'

WASHINGTON — Within the span of about one year, U.S. intelligence went from celebrating its capability to prepare Ukraine for... Read More

WASHINGTON — Within the span of about one year, U.S. intelligence went from celebrating its capability to prepare Ukraine for a surprise Russian invasion to an embarrassing and damaging leak of classified high-level documents by a low-level IT staffer. Rep.... Read More

2023-04-15 20:14:37
by Kate Michael
Economists Differ on the Social Cost of Carbon

WASHINGTON — How much does it cost the world for each ton of carbon dioxide released into the atmosphere? Exactly... Read More

WASHINGTON — How much does it cost the world for each ton of carbon dioxide released into the atmosphere? Exactly how much does it warm the earth, change weather patterns, increase wildfires, disrupt food supplies, make an individual in Africa... Read More

2023-04-13 12:55:05
by Kate Michael
FDIC Vice Chair Warns Against Overcorrection

WASHINGTON — In his first significant policy address since joining the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation as vice chair, Travis Hill... Read More

WASHINGTON — In his first significant policy address since joining the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation as vice chair, Travis Hill warned Washington to “avoid the temptation to overcorrect.” Offering some background and lessons learned from recent bank failures at the... Read More

2023-04-07 17:04:28
by Kate Michael
World Bank President Warns of ‘A Lost Decade for Growth’

WASHINGTON — As World Bank President David Malpass prepares to leave his position in June 2023, he worries about the... Read More

WASHINGTON — As World Bank President David Malpass prepares to leave his position in June 2023, he worries about the very real possibility of global recession, and he fears that the next 10 years could be “a lost decade for... Read More

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