The Tent Podcast

Patrick Gaspard on a New Era at American Progress
Patrick Gaspard on a New Era at American Progress
This week, Daniella speaks with Patrick Gaspard, the new president and CEO of the Center for American Progress and CEO of CAP Action, about key challenges facing the United States and the need to advance President Joe Biden's progressive economic agenda.
By Daniella Gibbs Léger, Chris Ford, Kelly McCoy, and Tricia Woodcome
Democracy and Government

Economy

Budget Reconciliation Is a Critical and Regularly Used Tool
Budget Reconciliation Is a Critical and Regularly Used Tool
While both parties have used budget reconciliation for major priorities, Republicans have used it more aggressively to force through tax cuts.
By Seth Hanlon
Economy
How State and Local Governments Can Support Safe Workplaces and Protect Public Health During the Coronavirus Crisis
How State and Local Governments Can Support Safe Workplaces and Protect Public Health During the Coronavirus Crisis
Workers should have a strong voice in setting and enforcing public health standards.
By David Madland
Economy
Essential Work, Disposable Workers: Why Home Care Workers Need Labor Protections
Essential Work, Disposable Workers: Why Home Care Workers Need Labor Protections
The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the urgent need to strengthen protections for home care workers.
By Malkie Wall
Economy

Technology

Voters Support Enacting Stronger Consumer Protections Online, Antitrust Action for Big Tech Companies
Voters Support Enacting Stronger Consumer Protections Online, Antitrust Action for Big Tech Companies
American voters see benefits to new technologies but express a strong desire for checks on technology companies’ power and more consumer protections of data and privacy.
By Adam Conner, Erin Simpson, and John Halpin
Technology Policy