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At IPS, our work is centered in our vision: we believe everyone has a right to thrive on a planet where all communities are equitable, democratic, peaceful, and sustainable. Our intersecting programs and initiatives, led by a diverse group of expert staff and associate fellows, are helping to shape progressive movements toward this vision.
Latest Work
Postcard from Jenin
Postcard from Jenin Palestine Israel IDF
U.S. War on Iran – a possibility?
UFPJ Talking Points #45: Threats of a U.S. attack on Iran continue.
Why Do They Hate US?
Commenting on an exhibition of political cartoons from around the world, international pollster Clay Ramsay provides some insights into Why They Hate Us.
Pens Not Swords
Sarah Browning writes about how poets have used their distinctive voices to protest war, from the 5th century BC to the ongoing conflict in Iraq.
Bush at the UN: Annotated
At the UN, George W. Bush praised democracy and diplomacy in the Middle East. Stephen Zunes gives you the real story.
Engaging Islam
Should the United States emphasize democracy or humanist religious traditions in its approach to global Islam? FPIF’s Najum Mushtaq and Abdeslam Maghraoui of the U.S. Institute of Peace offer two different answers.
Emphasis Should Be On Shared Sacrifice, Not Personal Gain
When it comes to war profiteering everyone should be outraged.
Development Requires Local Empowerment
Poverty reduction in sub-Saharan Africa won’t come through a quick fix.
Roh v. W
The more intriguing reason for Roh’s meager welcome in Washington is how President Bush’s own personal preferences shape American media reporting.
When Ceasefires Fail
Violent clashes have destroyed a four-year ceasefire in Sri Lanka. Heres one place where the United States (and the UN) could make a difference before its too late.