September 25, 2020
ChinaAs more people in China practice religion, the government continues to toughen oversight, increase religious persecution, and attempt to co-opt state-sanctioned religious organizations.
September 23, 2015
EuropeAn escalating migration crisis is testing the European Union’s commitment to human rights and open borders.
October 13, 2011
Terrorism and CounterterrorismThe U.S. government designates Iran as the "most active state sponsor of terrorism," which feeds concerns about Iran’s growing nuclear program.
October 27, 2010
United StatesThe economic climate and border security concerns have fueled the immigration debate in the U.S. congressional elections. This Backgrounder examines races where immigration is playing a role and the …
May 2, 2007
Congresses and ParliamentsA recent trip to Syria by the Speaker of the House has set off a debate over the role of legislators in conducting foreign policy.
July 11, 2007
Wars and ConflictExperts point to a number of postwar models, from Bosnia to Vietnam to South Korea, for Iraq to follow once U.S. forces leave.
February 7, 2005
IntelligenceThis publication is now archived. Does the United States need a national intelligence czar?The 9/11 Commission report released July 22 recommends that Congress create a Cabinet-level post to oversee …
February 7, 2005
IntelligenceThis publication is now archived. What are the differences among the competing congressional proposals to reform the U.S. intelligence community?Congress is considering two different proposals. The S…