Our Work
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
On Iran, It’s Trump vs. Trump
Trump is the only one who can talk himself out of war with Iran.
The Pentagon’s Climate Impact Is a Threat to Our Planet
The U.S. military is a driving force behind climate change. Congress needs to cut military spending in half and use that money to build a green future.
2020 Candidates on Poverty, Climate, and Military Spending
2020 candidates were asked about their plans to address poverty, racism, militarism, and ecological devastation. Here’s what they said.
Gloria Vanderbilt, Taxes, and Grand Fortune
The Vanderbilts, once America’s richest family, have become a handy punching bag for the guardians of our new Gilded Age.
Support the Women’s World Cup Team
The U.S. women’s soccer team outperforms its male counterpart but earns less — like women in every other field.
Medicare For All Would Save Money — And Lives
The last thing on your mind during a ride to the ER should be: Is this going to bankrupt me?
Celebrating Juneteenth with Bold New Ideas
Juneteenth was supposed to mark the end of a horrific era of oppression, but racial inequality remains rampant. These 10 policy proposals could change that.
Will a ‘Deepfake’ Swing the 2020 Election?
Deepfake technology undermines any hope of once again conducting national conversations on the basis of observable reality.
A Moral Economy Would Save Taxpayers Billions Every Year
10 ways that doing the right thing would save us money.