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Acton Institute
Promotes a free society informed by religious faith and moral absolutes.
www.acton.org
Promotes a free society informed by religious faith and moral absolutes.
www.acton.org
Center for Public Justice
A Christian civic education and public policy research organization.
www.cpjustice.org
A Christian civic education and public policy research organization.
www.cpjustice.org
Anderson Economic Group
Provides public policy analysis for private, public and government sectors.
www.andersoneconomicgroup.com
Provides public policy analysis for private, public and government sectors.
www.andersoneconomicgroup.com
Central Massachusetts Liberty Coalition
Central Massachusetts based pro-liberty political education organization.
www.cmlc.org
Central Massachusetts based pro-liberty political education organization.
www.cmlc.org
Center for Security Policy
A policy organization promoting international peace through American strength.
www.centerforsecuritypolicy.org
A policy organization promoting international peace through American strength.
www.centerforsecuritypolicy.org
The Arab American Institute
Promotes the concerns of the Arab American community in the U.S. society and abroad.
www.aaiusa.org
Promotes the concerns of the Arab American community in the U.S. society and abroad.
www.aaiusa.org
Center for the Study of Islam & Democracy (CSID)
A think tank dedicated to studying the relationship between Islam and democracy.
www.islam-democracy.org
A think tank dedicated to studying the relationship between Islam and democracy.
www.islam-democracy.org
Belcher Foundation
A think tank focusing on public policy, church and state, education, law, and history.
www.belcherfoundation.org
A think tank focusing on public policy, church and state, education, law, and history.
www.belcherfoundation.org
Commonweal Institute
A multi-issue think tank committed to advancing moderate and progressive principles.
www.commonwealinstitute.org
A multi-issue think tank committed to advancing moderate and progressive principles.
www.commonwealinstitute.org
Competitive Enterprise Institute
Publications on the institute's research in free-enterprise, as well as internships.
www.cei.org
Publications on the institute's research in free-enterprise, as well as internships.
www.cei.org
Buckeye Institute
Seeking to improve the lives of all Ohioans by promoting free market ideas and limited government.
www.buckeyeinstitute.org
Seeking to improve the lives of all Ohioans by promoting free market ideas and limited government.
www.buckeyeinstitute.org
Center for Economic and Policy Research
A research center that seeks to promote democratic debate on important economic and social issues.
www.cepr.net
A research center that seeks to promote democratic debate on important economic and social issues.
www.cepr.net
Committee for Economic Development
CED is an organization of business and education leaders dedicated to public policy research.
www.ced.org
CED is an organization of business and education leaders dedicated to public policy research.
www.ced.org
Edmund G. "Pat" Brown Institute of Public Affairs
A policy center offering programs on community development and family empowerment.
www.patbrowninstitute.org
A policy center offering programs on community development and family empowerment.
www.patbrowninstitute.org
Center on Budget and Policy Priorities
A public policy advocacy organization specializing in federal budget issues from a low-income perspective.
www.cbpp.org
A public policy advocacy organization specializing in federal budget issues from a low-income perspective.
www.cbpp.org
Applied Information Resources
A public policy research and community information organization dedicated to citizen education on public issues.
www.airinc.org
A public policy research and community information organization dedicated to citizen education on public issues.
www.airinc.org
Council on Hemispheric Affairs
Encourages the formulation of rational and constructive U.S. policies towards Latin America.
www.coha.org
Encourages the formulation of rational and constructive U.S. policies towards Latin America.
www.coha.org
Claremont Institute
Projects, recent writings, event and publication information, and news releases from the Californian think tank.
www.claremont.org
Projects, recent writings, event and publication information, and news releases from the Californian think tank.
www.claremont.org
Center for American Progress
Liberal think tank offers policy proposals, talking points, events, news and columns. Weekly email newsletter Progress Report.
www.americanprogress.org
Liberal think tank offers policy proposals, talking points, events, news and columns. Weekly email newsletter Progress Report.
www.americanprogress.org
George C. Marshall Institute
Information on science and public policy issues such as global warming and defense technology.
www.marshall.org
Information on science and public policy issues such as global warming and defense technology.
www.marshall.org
Drum Major Institute
A progressive think tank founded in the civil rights movement and dedicated to social and economic justice.
www.drummajorinstitute.org
A progressive think tank founded in the civil rights movement and dedicated to social and economic justice.
www.drummajorinstitute.org
Century Foundation
A research foundation that undertakes timely and critical analyses of major economic, political, and social institutions and issues
www.tcf.org
A research foundation that undertakes timely and critical analyses of major economic, political, and social institutions and issues
www.tcf.org
Heritage Foundation
A conservative think tank publishing research on domestic, economic, foreign and defense policy.
www.heritage.org
A conservative think tank publishing research on domestic, economic, foreign and defense policy.
www.heritage.org
Carter Center
A policy organization founded by Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter to fight disease, hunger, poverty, conflict, and oppression around the world.
www.cartercenter.org
A policy organization founded by Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter to fight disease, hunger, poverty, conflict, and oppression around the world.
www.cartercenter.org
America's Future Foundation
America's Future Foundation exists to train the next generation of conservative leaders and winning the hearts and minds of young Americans.
www.americasfuture.org
America's Future Foundation exists to train the next generation of conservative leaders and winning the hearts and minds of young Americans.
www.americasfuture.org
Adam Ferguson Institute
An Ohio based policy institute supporting the voluntary, therefore peaceful, development of a free, beneficent, and prosperous civil society.
www.logan.com
An Ohio based policy institute supporting the voluntary, therefore peaceful, development of a free, beneficent, and prosperous civil society.
www.logan.com
Brookings Institution
A research and policy institute. Web site contains briefing papers, analyses, and other resources related to many current political issues.
www.brook.edu
A research and policy institute. Web site contains briefing papers, analyses, and other resources related to many current political issues.
www.brook.edu
Center of the American Experiment
A conservative think tank in Minnesota, focusing in improving education, strengthening free market economy and reducing poverty and crime.
www.amexp.org
A conservative think tank in Minnesota, focusing in improving education, strengthening free market economy and reducing poverty and crime.
www.amexp.org
Center for Retirement Research
Organization dedicated to the research and dissemination of retirement policy issues as well as to widening access to related data sources.
crr.bc.edu
Organization dedicated to the research and dissemination of retirement policy issues as well as to widening access to related data sources.
crr.bc.edu
Council for Emerging National Security Affairs
Seeks to become the premier venue for virtual collaboration in addressing emerging national security affairs and policy renewal.
www.censa.net
Seeks to become the premier venue for virtual collaboration in addressing emerging national security affairs and policy renewal.
www.censa.net
Demos
A public policy organization working to improve democracy and to foster greater economic opportunity and less disparity.
www.demos-usa.org
A public policy organization working to improve democracy and to foster greater economic opportunity and less disparity.
www.demos-usa.org
Foreign Policy Association
Non-profit organization that seeks to educate the public about foreign policy. Sponsor of the Great Decisions program.
www.fpa.org
Non-profit organization that seeks to educate the public about foreign policy. Sponsor of the Great Decisions program.
www.fpa.org
Carey Center for Democratic Capitalism
Works to educate students, citizens, and leaders in the fundamentals upon which the American republic was constructed democracy and capitalism.
www.democratic-capitalism.com
Works to educate students, citizens, and leaders in the fundamentals upon which the American republic was constructed democracy and capitalism.
www.democratic-capitalism.com
Entertainment Industries Council, Inc.
EIC's mission is to lead the entertainment industry in bringing its power and influence to bear on health and social issues.
eiconline.org
EIC's mission is to lead the entertainment industry in bringing its power and influence to bear on health and social issues.
eiconline.org
Center for Policy Alternatives - StateAction.org
A progressive public policy and leadership development center serving state legislators, state policy organizations, and state grassroots leaders.
www.stateaction.org
A progressive public policy and leadership development center serving state legislators, state policy organizations, and state grassroots leaders.
www.stateaction.org
Citizens Research Council of Michigan
A public affairs research organization established in 1916 to provide analysis of state and local government organization and finance in Michigan.
www.crcmich.org
A public affairs research organization established in 1916 to provide analysis of state and local government organization and finance in Michigan.
www.crcmich.org
Evergreen Freedom Foundation
A policy institute advancing individual liberty, free enterprise and responsible government in Washington State and nationwide.
www.effwa.org
A policy institute advancing individual liberty, free enterprise and responsible government in Washington State and nationwide.
www.effwa.org
Center for Defense Information
An institute monitoring the military. CDI provides analysis in the form of research papers, educational videos, and free e-mail and print newsletters.
www.cdi.org
An institute monitoring the military. CDI provides analysis in the form of research papers, educational videos, and free e-mail and print newsletters.
www.cdi.org
Heartland Institute
Chicago based think tank promoting public policy based on individual liberty, limited government, and free markets.
www.heartland.org
Chicago based think tank promoting public policy based on individual liberty, limited government, and free markets.
www.heartland.org
Center for the Study of Popular Culture
Los Angeles-based center founded by David Horowitz, focusing on political correctness and other cultural issues through publications and legal defense.
www.cspc.org
Los Angeles-based center founded by David Horowitz, focusing on political correctness and other cultural issues through publications and legal defense.
www.cspc.org
Independent Institute
A scholarly research and educational organization which sponsors comprehensive studies on political economy.
www.independent.org
A scholarly research and educational organization which sponsors comprehensive studies on political economy.
www.independent.org
Economic Policy Institute (EPI)
A nonprofit, nonpartisan think tank that seeks to broaden the public debate about strategies to achieve a prosperous and fair economy.
www.epi.org
A nonprofit, nonpartisan think tank that seeks to broaden the public debate about strategies to achieve a prosperous and fair economy.
www.epi.org
CNA Corporation
A non-profit institution that conducts independent research and analysis to inform the work of public sector decision makers. Profile and research areas.
www.cna.org
A non-profit institution that conducts independent research and analysis to inform the work of public sector decision makers. Profile and research areas.
www.cna.org
Alabama Policy Institute
A conservative think tank addressing a wide range of emerging policy issues in the areas of economics, education, the environment, government, family and society.
www.alabamapolicy.org
A conservative think tank addressing a wide range of emerging policy issues in the areas of economics, education, the environment, government, family and society.
www.alabamapolicy.org
Mathematica Policy Research
Public policy research organization based in New Jersey.
www.mathematica-mpr.com
Public policy research organization based in New Jersey.
www.mathematica-mpr.com
Education Sector
Independent education policy think tank. Produces original research and policy analysis and promotes work by respected education analysts.
www.educationsector.org
Independent education policy think tank. Produces original research and policy analysis and promotes work by respected education analysts.
www.educationsector.org
Discovery Institute
The institute discovers and promotes ideas in the common sense tradition of representative government, the free market and individual liberty.
www.discovery.org
The institute discovers and promotes ideas in the common sense tradition of representative government, the free market and individual liberty.
www.discovery.org
Allegheny Institute
Pennsylvania-based conservative think tank devoted to local government issues. Recent papers on key issues, information about events and publications, and related links.
www.alleghenyinstitute.org
Pennsylvania-based conservative think tank devoted to local government issues. Recent papers on key issues, information about events and publications, and related links.
www.alleghenyinstitute.org
Institute for the Study of Civic Values - ISCV
Works to foster a renewed commitment to America's historic civic ideals. Includes projects and an e-mail list.
www.iscv.org
Works to foster a renewed commitment to America's historic civic ideals. Includes projects and an e-mail list.
www.iscv.org
Institute for Policy Studies
Combats poverty, war, corporate globalization, and ecological destruction through research and activist education.
www.ips-dc.org
Combats poverty, war, corporate globalization, and ecological destruction through research and activist education.
www.ips-dc.org
California Institute of Public Affairs
Research, convening and public information on California issues and international environmental affairs. Founded in 1969 and affiliated with Claremont Graduate University.
www.interenvironment.org
Research, convening and public information on California issues and international environmental affairs. Founded in 1969 and affiliated with Claremont Graduate University.
www.interenvironment.org
Commonwealth Foundation
A free-market public policy organization based in Pennsylvania which promotes the principles of limited government, economic freedom, and individual responsibility.
www.commonwealthfoundation.org
A free-market public policy organization based in Pennsylvania which promotes the principles of limited government, economic freedom, and individual responsibility.
www.commonwealthfoundation.org
Foundation for Economic Education (FEE)
Offers online education, a bookstore, and links to its seminars and publishes Ideas on Liberty, a magazine on free markets and individual liberty.
www.fee.org
Offers online education, a bookstore, and links to its seminars and publishes Ideas on Liberty, a magazine on free markets and individual liberty.
www.fee.org
Economic Opportunity Institute of Seattle
Details new policies dealing with issues faced daily by middle income and low income families, and fosters economic security through research and media.
www.econop.org
Details new policies dealing with issues faced daily by middle income and low income families, and fosters economic security through research and media.
www.econop.org
Locke Institute
A Virginian think tank advocating the Lockean view of government deriving sovereignty through the people.
www.thelockeinstitute.org
A Virginian think tank advocating the Lockean view of government deriving sovereignty through the people.
www.thelockeinstitute.org
Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies
A national institution that conducts research on public policy issues of special concern to African Americans.
www.jointcenter.org
A national institution that conducts research on public policy issues of special concern to African Americans.
www.jointcenter.org
Family First
Nebraska's pro-family public policy think tank, associated with Focus on the Family. Family First provides timely research on issues of interest to Nebraska families.
www.familyfirst.org
Nebraska's pro-family public policy think tank, associated with Focus on the Family. Family First provides timely research on issues of interest to Nebraska families.
www.familyfirst.org
Information for Decision Making (IFDM)
Provider of information and resources to support decision-making that produces and sustains good results for children, families, and communities.
www.financeprojectinfo.org
Provider of information and resources to support decision-making that produces and sustains good results for children, families, and communities.
www.financeprojectinfo.org
Center for Public Policy Priorities
A research organization committed to improving public policies and private practices that influence the economic and social prospects and conditions of individuals, families, and communities.
www.cppp.org
A research organization committed to improving public policies and private practices that influence the economic and social prospects and conditions of individuals, families, and communities.
www.cppp.org
American Policy Center
Conservative policy group that believes the free market and private ownership of property is the best method for improving education, employment, goods and services, and protecting the environment.
www.americanpolicy.org
Conservative policy group that believes the free market and private ownership of property is the best method for improving education, employment, goods and services, and protecting the environment.
www.americanpolicy.org
Center for National Policy
CNP undertakes research and analysis to frame options and to formulate policy recommendations, focusing activities in economic analysis, equal opportunity, community studies and foreign policy.
www.cnponline.org
CNP undertakes research and analysis to frame options and to formulate policy recommendations, focusing activities in economic analysis, equal opportunity, community studies and foreign policy.
www.cnponline.org
Center for the Study of Democratic Societies
CSDS is a research and educational institution dedicated to the examination and explanation of the properties and possibilities of democratic societies and democratic-socialist economic systems.
www.centersds.com
CSDS is a research and educational institution dedicated to the examination and explanation of the properties and possibilities of democratic societies and democratic-socialist economic systems.
www.centersds.com
Council on Foreign Relations
A research center dedicated to understanding the world by better comprehending global trends and contributing ideas to U.S. foreign policy. Publisher of the journal Foreign Affairs.
www.cfr.org
A research center dedicated to understanding the world by better comprehending global trends and contributing ideas to U.S. foreign policy. Publisher of the journal Foreign Affairs.
www.cfr.org
Josiah Bartlett Center for Public Policy
A think tank group focused on state and local public policy issues that affect the quality of life of New Hampshire's citizens.
www.jbartlett.org
A think tank group focused on state and local public policy issues that affect the quality of life of New Hampshire's citizens.
www.jbartlett.org
Carnegie Council on Ethics and International Affairs
A policy organization dedicated to research and education at the nexus of ethics and international affairs. Provides speech transcripts, articles, reviews and other materials on a variety of subjects.
www.cceia.org
A policy organization dedicated to research and education at the nexus of ethics and international affairs. Provides speech transcripts, articles, reviews and other materials on a variety of subjects.
www.cceia.org
International Research & Exchanges Board
A US-based public policy organization committed to international education in academic research, professional training and technical assistance.
www.irex.org
A US-based public policy organization committed to international education in academic research, professional training and technical assistance.
www.irex.org
International Relations Center
A public policy organization whose mission is to provide information and analysis that increase social and economic justice throughout the world.
www.irc-online.org
A public policy organization whose mission is to provide information and analysis that increase social and economic justice throughout the world.
www.irc-online.org
Calvert Institute for Policy Research
An educational institution dedicated to the research and propagation of solutions to Maryland state and local public-policy concerns based upon the principles of free markets and personal responsibility.
www.calvertinstitute.org
An educational institution dedicated to the research and propagation of solutions to Maryland state and local public-policy concerns based upon the principles of free markets and personal responsibility.
www.calvertinstitute.org
Civil Society Institute
A classical liberal / libertarian institute within Santa Clara University, dedicated to educating students in the classic themes of political economy and their relevance to contemporary policy issues.
www.scu.edu
A classical liberal / libertarian institute within Santa Clara University, dedicated to educating students in the classic themes of political economy and their relevance to contemporary policy issues.
www.scu.edu
Center for the Advancement of Capitalism
Public policy institute dedicated to advancing individual rights and economic freedom throughout America. The Center's philosophical defense of business and profit-making, and opportunities for activism.
www.capitalismcenter.org
Public policy institute dedicated to advancing individual rights and economic freedom throughout America. The Center's philosophical defense of business and profit-making, and opportunities for activism.
www.capitalismcenter.org
Financial Markets Center
An institute that provides research and education resources to grassroots groups, unions, policymakers and journalists interested in the Federal Reserve System and financial markets
www.fmcenter.org
An institute that provides research and education resources to grassroots groups, unions, policymakers and journalists interested in the Federal Reserve System and financial markets
www.fmcenter.org
Alexis de Tocqueville Institution
A research foundation conducting, publishing and publicizing research on the promotion and perfection of economic liberty, political freedom, opportunity and democracy in the United States and around the world.
www.adti.net
A research foundation conducting, publishing and publicizing research on the promotion and perfection of economic liberty, political freedom, opportunity and democracy in the United States and around the world.
www.adti.net
Ashbrook Center for Public Affairs
An academic forum for the study, research and discussion of the principles and practices of American constitutional government and politics at Ashland University. Archive of publications and RealAudio speeches.
www.ashbrook.org
An academic forum for the study, research and discussion of the principles and practices of American constitutional government and politics at Ashland University. Archive of publications and RealAudio speeches.
www.ashbrook.org
Free Congress Foundation
A Washington, D.C. conservative research institute and policy education organization with policy centers on technology, law and democracy, cultural conservatism, and governance.
www.freecongress.org
A Washington, D.C. conservative research institute and policy education organization with policy centers on technology, law and democracy, cultural conservatism, and governance.
www.freecongress.org
Center for Law and Social Policy
CLASP is a policy organization with expertise in both law and policy affecting the poor. It seeks to improve the economic security of low-income families with children and secure access for low-income persons.
www.clasp.org
CLASP is a policy organization with expertise in both law and policy affecting the poor. It seeks to improve the economic security of low-income families with children and secure access for low-income persons.
www.clasp.org
Goldwater Institute'
A conservative research and educational organization advocating public policy founded upon the principles of limited government, economic freedom, and individual responsibility.
www.goldwaterinstitute.org
A conservative research and educational organization advocating public policy founded upon the principles of limited government, economic freedom, and individual responsibility.
www.goldwaterinstitute.org
Hispanic American Center for Economic Research
Promotes the study about the countries of Hispanic America and Hispanic Americans living in the United States, as they relate to the values of personal and economic liberty.
www.hacer.org
Promotes the study about the countries of Hispanic America and Hispanic Americans living in the United States, as they relate to the values of personal and economic liberty.
www.hacer.org
Hudson Institute
U.S. domestic and foreign policy institute. Includes profiles of scholars, event information, published research and policy center information, and current headlines.
www.hudson.org
U.S. domestic and foreign policy institute. Includes profiles of scholars, event information, published research and policy center information, and current headlines.
www.hudson.org
Institute for Contemporary Studies
Committed to promoting self-government. Projects include facilitating conflict prevention discussion, producing op-ed's, and publication. Located in Oakland, CA.
www.icspress.com
Committed to promoting self-government. Projects include facilitating conflict prevention discussion, producing op-ed's, and publication. Located in Oakland, CA.
www.icspress.com
John Locke Foundation
A North Carolina based think tank conducting research based on the principles of individual liberty, a free-market economy, and limited government.
www.johnlocke.org
A North Carolina based think tank conducting research based on the principles of individual liberty, a free-market economy, and limited government.
www.johnlocke.org
Centrists.Org
Policy think tank for centrist and moderate policymakers. Main topics include health care, medicare, wealth-building, pensions and social security, federal budget and taxes, entitlement reform, and economic growth.
www.centrists.org
Policy think tank for centrist and moderate policymakers. Main topics include health care, medicare, wealth-building, pensions and social security, federal budget and taxes, entitlement reform, and economic growth.
www.centrists.org
Institute for American Values
A public policy organization devoted to contributing intellectually to the renewal of marriage and family life and the sources of competence, character, and citizenship.
www.americanvalues.org
A public policy organization devoted to contributing intellectually to the renewal of marriage and family life and the sources of competence, character, and citizenship.
www.americanvalues.org
Manhattan Institute
The mission of the institute is to develop and diseminate new ideas that foster greater economic choice and individual responsibility.
www.manhattan-institute.org
The mission of the institute is to develop and diseminate new ideas that foster greater economic choice and individual responsibility.
www.manhattan-institute.org
Manpower Demonstration Research Corporation
A social policy research organization dedicated to learning what works to improve the well-being of low-income people.
www.mdrc.org
A social policy research organization dedicated to learning what works to improve the well-being of low-income people.
www.mdrc.org
Minaret of Freedom Institute
A Muslim libertarian think tank. Advocates free markets and civil liberties for the world of Islam.
www.minaret.org
A Muslim libertarian think tank. Advocates free markets and civil liberties for the world of Islam.
www.minaret.org
New Jersey Policy Perspective (NJPP)
A public policy organization that conducts research on public policy issues in New Jersey.
www.njpp.org
A public policy organization that conducts research on public policy issues in New Jersey.
www.njpp.org
Grassroot Institute of Hawaii
A public policy think tank providing detailed study, analysis, investigation and reporting on the impact on the individual citizen by government and its procedures and departments in Hawaii.
www.grassrootinstitute.org
A public policy think tank providing detailed study, analysis, investigation and reporting on the impact on the individual citizen by government and its procedures and departments in Hawaii.
www.grassrootinstitute.org
Progressive Policy Institute
A public policy institute shaping the Third Way agenda with progressive legislative solutions.
www.ppionline.org
A public policy institute shaping the Third Way agenda with progressive legislative solutions.
www.ppionline.org
Bradley Foundation
Private foundation established by Lynde and Harry Bradley to support individualism, self-government, and free-market causes. Describes publications, staff and directors, grantee showcase, application process, and the Lion House.
www.bradleyfdn.org
Private foundation established by Lynde and Harry Bradley to support individualism, self-government, and free-market causes. Describes publications, staff and directors, grantee showcase, application process, and the Lion House.
www.bradleyfdn.org
Frontiers of Freedom
Founded in 1995 by Malcolm Wallop, Frontiers seeks to lead the conservative movement against an ever more powerful and intrusive federal government, and to restore and maintain individual rights.
www.ff.org
Founded in 1995 by Malcolm Wallop, Frontiers seeks to lead the conservative movement against an ever more powerful and intrusive federal government, and to restore and maintain individual rights.
www.ff.org
Political Research Associates
Monitors and analyzes the organizations, leaders, ideas, and activities of the US political Right.
www.publiceye.org
Monitors and analyzes the organizations, leaders, ideas, and activities of the US political Right.
www.publiceye.org
Thoreau Institute
Seeks ways to protect the environment without regulation, bureaucracy, or central control.
www.ti.org
Seeks ways to protect the environment without regulation, bureaucracy, or central control.
www.ti.org
Nation Institute
A liberal-left public policy organization committed to a just society and the principles of the First Amendment.
www.nationinstitute.org
A liberal-left public policy organization committed to a just society and the principles of the First Amendment.
www.nationinstitute.org
Great Plains Public Policy Institute
GPPPI is a public policy and educational institution in South Dakota. It conducts educational events, public forums and scholarly research to give citizens and policy makers qualified recommendations.
www.greatplainsppi.org
GPPPI is a public policy and educational institution in South Dakota. It conducts educational events, public forums and scholarly research to give citizens and policy makers qualified recommendations.
www.greatplainsppi.org
Civil Society Institute
The institute seeks to serve as catalysts for change, especially in five areas of critical need: kids and learning, health care reform, science policy and regenerative medicine, climate change and global security and economic change.
www.civilsocietyinstitute.org
The institute seeks to serve as catalysts for change, especially in five areas of critical need: kids and learning, health care reform, science policy and regenerative medicine, climate change and global security and economic change.
www.civilsocietyinstitute.org
Clare Boothe Luce Policy Institute
Established to prepare young women for effective conservative leadership and to promote school choice opportunities for all K-12 children in America. Information about speakers, anti-feminist resources, and current issues available.
www.cblpolicyinstitute.org
Established to prepare young women for effective conservative leadership and to promote school choice opportunities for all K-12 children in America. Information about speakers, anti-feminist resources, and current issues available.
www.cblpolicyinstitute.org
Hoover Institution
Conservative policy analysis group at Stanford University. Site provides library and archives of papers and seminars, description of research areas, publication links, and background on activities.
www.hoover.org
Conservative policy analysis group at Stanford University. Site provides library and archives of papers and seminars, description of research areas, publication links, and background on activities.
www.hoover.org
Institute for Policy Innovation (IPI)
A public policy institute based in Lewisville, Texas. IPI's focus is on approaches to governing that harness the strengths of individual liberty, limited government, and free markets.
www.ipi.org
A public policy institute based in Lewisville, Texas. IPI's focus is on approaches to governing that harness the strengths of individual liberty, limited government, and free markets.
www.ipi.org
National Democratic Institute for International Affairs
A policy institute associated with the U.S. Democratic Party, working to strengthen and expand democracy worldwide.
www.ndi.org
A policy institute associated with the U.S. Democratic Party, working to strengthen and expand democracy worldwide.
www.ndi.org
Beacon Hill Institute
BHI is a free-market think tank based in Suffolk University Boston, MA. It studies the public policy areas of state tax policy, privatization, welfare reform, compassion tax credits, regulatory reform and other areas from a market perspective.
www.beaconhill.org
BHI is a free-market think tank based in Suffolk University Boston, MA. It studies the public policy areas of state tax policy, privatization, welfare reform, compassion tax credits, regulatory reform and other areas from a market perspective.
www.beaconhill.org
Public Policy Institute of California (PPIC)
A public policy organization dedicated to research on California's economic, social, and political issues.
www.ppic.org
A public policy organization dedicated to research on California's economic, social, and political issues.
www.ppic.org
Georgia Public Policy Foundation
Research and education foundation dedicated to limited government, private enterprise, and individual responsibility. Press releases, publications, current research and iitiatives, and related links available.
www.gppf.org
Research and education foundation dedicated to limited government, private enterprise, and individual responsibility. Press releases, publications, current research and iitiatives, and related links available.
www.gppf.org
National Legal Foundation
A Christian constitutional litigation firm and policy think tank committed to restoring America's Biblical foundations.
www.nlf.net
A Christian constitutional litigation firm and policy think tank committed to restoring America's Biblical foundations.
www.nlf.net
American Foreign Policy Council
A policy organization dedicated to bringing information to those who make or influence the foreign policy of the United States and to assisting world leaders, particularly in the former USSR and Asia, with building democracies and market economies.
afpc.org
A policy organization dedicated to bringing information to those who make or influence the foreign policy of the United States and to assisting world leaders, particularly in the former USSR and Asia, with building democracies and market economies.
afpc.org
National Institute for Labor Relations Research
The institute provides the supplementary analysis and research necessary to expose the inequities of compulsory unionism.
www.nilrr.org
The institute provides the supplementary analysis and research necessary to expose the inequities of compulsory unionism.
www.nilrr.org
Rio Grande Foundation
A New Mexico based free market research and educational organization dedicated to the study of public policy.
www.riograndefoundation.org
A New Mexico based free market research and educational organization dedicated to the study of public policy.
www.riograndefoundation.org
Today Foundation
A Dallas-based public policy organization with interests in education, criminal justice and tax reform.
www.todayfoundation.org
A Dallas-based public policy organization with interests in education, criminal justice and tax reform.
www.todayfoundation.org
Iowa Public Interest Research Group
Iowa PIRG is a public interest organization dedicated to preserving the environment, protecting consumers and holding government accountable to the public interest. Located in Des Moines, Iowa.
www.iowapirg.org
Iowa PIRG is a public interest organization dedicated to preserving the environment, protecting consumers and holding government accountable to the public interest. Located in Des Moines, Iowa.
www.iowapirg.org
Priorities Institute
Explores regional land use planning, sustainable, carfree city design, 21st century constitutions, and holistic indexing.
www.priorities.org
Explores regional land use planning, sustainable, carfree city design, 21st century constitutions, and holistic indexing.
www.priorities.org
Cato Institute
Promoting public policy based on individual liberty, limited government, free markets, and peaceful international relations. Thousands of studies and articles available online as well as streaming audio and video of institute events. Site updated daily.
www.cato.org
Promoting public policy based on individual liberty, limited government, free markets, and peaceful international relations. Thousands of studies and articles available online as well as streaming audio and video of institute events. Site updated daily.
www.cato.org
McGregor Consulting Group
Carries out research and education on a variety of issues including consumer, family and home economics, education, peace, citizenship and human rights.
www.consultmcgregor.com
Carries out research and education on a variety of issues including consumer, family and home economics, education, peace, citizenship and human rights.
www.consultmcgregor.com
Public Policy Forum
A Milwaukee, Wisconsin based public policy research organization examining issues that impact the community, state and nation.
www.publicpolicyforum.org
A Milwaukee, Wisconsin based public policy research organization examining issues that impact the community, state and nation.
www.publicpolicyforum.org
National Institute for Public Policy
Non-profit public education organization that focuses on a wide spectrum of rapidly evolving foreign policy and international issues.
www.nipp.org
Non-profit public education organization that focuses on a wide spectrum of rapidly evolving foreign policy and international issues.
www.nipp.org
Ohio Roundtable
An education and research organization dedicated to restoring traditional, Judeo-Christian principles to American public policy.
www.ohioroundtable.org
An education and research organization dedicated to restoring traditional, Judeo-Christian principles to American public policy.
www.ohioroundtable.org
Nixon Center
Explores ways of enhancing American security and prosperity while taking into account the legitimate perspectives of other nations.
www.nixoncenter.org
Explores ways of enhancing American security and prosperity while taking into account the legitimate perspectives of other nations.
www.nixoncenter.org
Independence Institute
Free-market think tank investigating private and community-based solutions to issues in Colorado and the United States. News, event information, policy center profiles, publications, and searchable archive of papers.
i2i.org
Free-market think tank investigating private and community-based solutions to issues in Colorado and the United States. News, event information, policy center profiles, publications, and searchable archive of papers.
i2i.org
Nevada Policy Research Institute
Conducts research on public policy issues affecting the state and the U.S. FAQs, papers on current research areas, and extensive link list.
www.npri.org
Conducts research on public policy issues affecting the state and the U.S. FAQs, papers on current research areas, and extensive link list.
www.npri.org
Ethics and Public Policy Center
Seeks to clarify and reinforce the bond between the Judeo-Christian moral tradition and the public debate over domestic and foreign policy issues. Its program includes research, writing, publication, and conferences. Located in Washington, DC.
www.eppc.org
Seeks to clarify and reinforce the bond between the Judeo-Christian moral tradition and the public debate over domestic and foreign policy issues. Its program includes research, writing, publication, and conferences. Located in Washington, DC.
www.eppc.org
The Washington Institute for Near East Policy
A public educational foundation dedicated to scholarly research and informed debate on U.S. interests in the Middle East.
www.washingtoninstitute.org
A public educational foundation dedicated to scholarly research and informed debate on U.S. interests in the Middle East.
www.washingtoninstitute.org
South Carolina Policy Council
Reports on current issues, profiles of notable public figures, and text of publications on a variety of local and national issues.
www.scpolicycouncil.com
Reports on current issues, profiles of notable public figures, and text of publications on a variety of local and national issues.
www.scpolicycouncil.com
International Center for Peace & Development
ICPD conducts research projects on a wide range of issues concerning global security, conversion of resources from military to civilian purposes, food security, employment, economic development, and the environment.
www.icpd.org
ICPD conducts research projects on a wide range of issues concerning global security, conversion of resources from military to civilian purposes, food security, employment, economic development, and the environment.
www.icpd.org
Maine Heritage Policy Center
A research and educational organization which formulates and promotes conservative public policies in the U.S. state of Maine. Includes text of op-eds and links to other New England policy institutes.
www.mainepolicy.org
A research and educational organization which formulates and promotes conservative public policies in the U.S. state of Maine. Includes text of op-eds and links to other New England policy institutes.
www.mainepolicy.org
Reason Foundation
A public policy think tank promoting choice, competition, and a dynamic market economy as the foundation for human dignity and progress.
www.reason.org
A public policy think tank promoting choice, competition, and a dynamic market economy as the foundation for human dignity and progress.
www.reason.org
Institute for Women's Policy Research
A public policy organization dedicated to researching policy issues of critical importance for women. IWPR's policy areas include poverty and welfare, family and work, health care and domestic violence, and employment.
www.iwpr.org
A public policy organization dedicated to researching policy issues of critical importance for women. IWPR's policy areas include poverty and welfare, family and work, health care and domestic violence, and employment.
www.iwpr.org
Sutherland Institute
An Utah-based public policy research organization supporting limited government, private property rights, and personal responsibility.
www.sutherlandinstitute.org
An Utah-based public policy research organization supporting limited government, private property rights, and personal responsibility.
www.sutherlandinstitute.org
Mackinac Center for Public Policy
A policy institute devoted to improving the quality of life for all Michigan citizens by promoting sound solutions to state and local policy questions. Provides reports, commentaries and educational programs.
www.mackinac.org
A policy institute devoted to improving the quality of life for all Michigan citizens by promoting sound solutions to state and local policy questions. Provides reports, commentaries and educational programs.
www.mackinac.org
James Madison Institute
A Florida-based public policy research organization dedicated to promoting economic freedom, limited government, federalism, traditional values, the rule of law, and individual liberty coupled with individual responsibility.
jamesmadison.org
A Florida-based public policy research organization dedicated to promoting economic freedom, limited government, federalism, traditional values, the rule of law, and individual liberty coupled with individual responsibility.
jamesmadison.org
Lincoln Institute of Public Opinion Research
A conservative Pennsylvanian think tank conducting polling, focusing groups, and educating lawmakers, policy makers, media, and the public on key issues and the views of Pennsylvania's citizens on those issues.
www.lincolninstitute.org
A conservative Pennsylvanian think tank conducting polling, focusing groups, and educating lawmakers, policy makers, media, and the public on key issues and the views of Pennsylvania's citizens on those issues.
www.lincolninstitute.org
Faith & Reason Institute
The institute aims at bringing both faith and reason to bear on all the issues that confront people. It addresses questions of economics, politics, public policy, science, technology, the environment, and public culture, from perspective of both faith and reason.
www.frinstitute.org
The institute aims at bringing both faith and reason to bear on all the issues that confront people. It addresses questions of economics, politics, public policy, science, technology, the environment, and public culture, from perspective of both faith and reason.
www.frinstitute.org
Quixote Center
A faith-based, social justice center working with people who have few resources for their struggles. Programs, photographs, news and how you can help.
www.quixote.org
A faith-based, social justice center working with people who have few resources for their struggles. Programs, photographs, news and how you can help.
www.quixote.org
Mercatus Center
The Mercatus Center at George Mason University is an education, research and outreach organization. The aim of its work is to enable individuals to live free, prosperous, and peaceful lives.
www.mercatus.org
The Mercatus Center at George Mason University is an education, research and outreach organization. The aim of its work is to enable individuals to live free, prosperous, and peaceful lives.
www.mercatus.org
National Sociale Norms Resource Center
Promotes and provides assistance in applying the social norms approach to various health, safety and social justice issues, including alcohol and tobacco risk-reduction.
www.socialnorm.org
Promotes and provides assistance in applying the social norms approach to various health, safety and social justice issues, including alcohol and tobacco risk-reduction.
www.socialnorm.org
Oregon Center for Public Policy
A Silverton, Oregon-based research institute advocating policies and practices that improve the economic and social prospects of lowand moderate income Oregonians.
www.ocpp.org
A Silverton, Oregon-based research institute advocating policies and practices that improve the economic and social prospects of lowand moderate income Oregonians.
www.ocpp.org
American Enterprise Institute
Conducts policy research supportive of limited government, private enterprise, vital cultural and political institutions, and a strong US foreign policy and national defense. Profiles of scholars, publications and commentary, research area descriptions, annual report, newsletter, and bookstore available.
www.aei.org
Conducts policy research supportive of limited government, private enterprise, vital cultural and political institutions, and a strong US foreign policy and national defense. Profiles of scholars, publications and commentary, research area descriptions, annual report, newsletter, and bookstore available.
www.aei.org
Center for Public Leadership
The Center for Public Leadership (John F. Kennedy School of Government, Harvard University) seeks to improve the practice of leadership and citizenship, through research, education and outreach. The Center aims to strengthen the positive effect of those engaged in improving the quality of public life.
www.ksg.harvard.edu
The Center for Public Leadership (John F. Kennedy School of Government, Harvard University) seeks to improve the practice of leadership and citizenship, through research, education and outreach. The Center aims to strengthen the positive effect of those engaged in improving the quality of public life.
www.ksg.harvard.edu
National Center for Public Policy Research
A conservative think tank and policy institute covering Congress, insider political information, global warming and the environment, legal reform, Social Security, and campaign reform.
www.nationalcenter.org
A conservative think tank and policy institute covering Congress, insider political information, global warming and the environment, legal reform, Social Security, and campaign reform.
www.nationalcenter.org
Institute of Science, Technology and Public Policy
Founded at Maharishi University of Management in Fairfield, Iowa, to identify, scientifically evaluate, and implement through public policy, promising new technologies and programs that offer practical solutions to problems facing the United States.
www.istpp.org
Founded at Maharishi University of Management in Fairfield, Iowa, to identify, scientifically evaluate, and implement through public policy, promising new technologies and programs that offer practical solutions to problems facing the United States.
www.istpp.org
Center For Strategic & International Studies
A public policy research institution dedicated to analysis and policy impact. It maintains resident experts on all the world's major geographical regions and covers key functional areas, such as international finance, U.S. domestic and economic policy, and U.S. foreign policy and national security issues.
www.csis.org
A public policy research institution dedicated to analysis and policy impact. It maintains resident experts on all the world's major geographical regions and covers key functional areas, such as international finance, U.S. domestic and economic policy, and U.S. foreign policy and national security issues.
www.csis.org
National Center for Policy Analysis
Research organization that advocates free-market solutions to public policy problems, primarily on the issues of health care, Social Security, energy and the environment, taxes, and growth.
www.ncpa.org
Research organization that advocates free-market solutions to public policy problems, primarily on the issues of health care, Social Security, energy and the environment, taxes, and growth.
www.ncpa.org
Levy Economics Institute
The Levy Economics Institute of Bard College is a research organization devoted to public service, generating public policy responses to important economic problems that profoundly affect the quality of life in the United States and abroad.
www.levy.org
The Levy Economics Institute of Bard College is a research organization devoted to public service, generating public policy responses to important economic problems that profoundly affect the quality of life in the United States and abroad.
www.levy.org
Pioneer Institute
A Boston-based public policy research institute advocating individual freedom and responsibility, limited and accountable government, and expanded application of free-market principles.
www.pioneerinstitute.org
A Boston-based public policy research institute advocating individual freedom and responsibility, limited and accountable government, and expanded application of free-market principles.
www.pioneerinstitute.org
Pacific Council On International Policy
A leadership forum bringing together "live wires" from around the Pacific Rim to exchange information and analysis on major international trends and policy choices. Based in Los Angeles, CA.
www.pacificcouncil.org
A leadership forum bringing together "live wires" from around the Pacific Rim to exchange information and analysis on major international trends and policy choices. Based in Los Angeles, CA.
www.pacificcouncil.org
Morrison Institute for Public Policy
An Arizona State University's institute for policy analysis and expertise. The Institute researches public policy issues, informs policy makers and residents, and advises leaders on choices and actions.
www.asu.edu
An Arizona State University's institute for policy analysis and expertise. The Institute researches public policy issues, informs policy makers and residents, and advises leaders on choices and actions.
www.asu.edu
Urban Institute
An institute investigating and analysing U.S. social and economic problems and issues, including the New Federalism, welfare and welfare-to-work, Medicare, and disabilities issues.
www.urban.org
An institute investigating and analysing U.S. social and economic problems and issues, including the New Federalism, welfare and welfare-to-work, Medicare, and disabilities issues.
www.urban.org
Worldwatch Institute
Analyzes interdisciplinary environmental data from around the world, providing information on how to build a sustainable society. Website has articles on a broad range on topics.
www.worldwatch.org
Analyzes interdisciplinary environmental data from around the world, providing information on how to build a sustainable society. Website has articles on a broad range on topics.
www.worldwatch.org
Rand Corporation
Rand Corporation conducts research on important issues such as science and technology, methodology, national security, public policy, justice, health, education, drug policy, and demographics.
www.rand.org
Rand Corporation conducts research on important issues such as science and technology, methodology, national security, public policy, justice, health, education, drug policy, and demographics.
www.rand.org
Virginia Institute for Public Policy
A research organization committed to the principles of individual liberty, dynamic entrepreneurial capitalism, private property, the rule of law, and constitutionally limited government.
www.virginiainstitute.org
A research organization committed to the principles of individual liberty, dynamic entrepreneurial capitalism, private property, the rule of law, and constitutionally limited government.
www.virginiainstitute.org
Project for the New American Century
A neoconservative organization supporting greater American militarization, challenging hostile governments, advancing democratic and economic freedom, and promoting American hegemony in the 21st century.
www.newamericancentury.org
A neoconservative organization supporting greater American militarization, challenging hostile governments, advancing democratic and economic freedom, and promoting American hegemony in the 21st century.
www.newamericancentury.org
Palmetto Institute
A public policy organization dedicated to creating a business, political and educational environment that increases the personal wealth of every citizen of South Carolina as measured by per capita income.
www.palmettoinstitute.org
A public policy organization dedicated to creating a business, political and educational environment that increases the personal wealth of every citizen of South Carolina as measured by per capita income.
www.palmettoinstitute.org
Institute on the Constitution
A project of the American College for Cultural Studies which seeks to educate the public about the moral and philosophical principles behind the creation of the U.S. Constitution. Features quotes, research resources, historical documents, constitutional myths, and discussion form.
www.instituteontheconstitution.com
A project of the American College for Cultural Studies which seeks to educate the public about the moral and philosophical principles behind the creation of the U.S. Constitution. Features quotes, research resources, historical documents, constitutional myths, and discussion form.
www.instituteontheconstitution.com
National Priorities Project
Offers citizen and community groups tools and resources to shape federal budget and policy priorities which promote social and economic justice. Includes databases, charts, opportunities for action and a newsletter.
www.nationalpriorities.org
Offers citizen and community groups tools and resources to shape federal budget and policy priorities which promote social and economic justice. Includes databases, charts, opportunities for action and a newsletter.
www.nationalpriorities.org
Public Interest Institute
Located on the campus of Iowa Wesleyan College in Mt. Pleasant, Iowa, the institute promotes the importance of a free-enterprise economic system and limited government in society based upon individual freedom and liberty.
www.limitedgovernment.org
Located on the campus of Iowa Wesleyan College in Mt. Pleasant, Iowa, the institute promotes the importance of a free-enterprise economic system and limited government in society based upon individual freedom and liberty.
www.limitedgovernment.org
New America Foundation
Attempts to bring new voices and new ideas to the fore of America's public discourse and seeks to reshape the American public debate by investing in outstanding individuals and ideas that transcend the conventional political spectrum.
www.newamerica.net
Attempts to bring new voices and new ideas to the fore of America's public discourse and seeks to reshape the American public debate by investing in outstanding individuals and ideas that transcend the conventional political spectrum.
www.newamerica.net
Urban Renaissance Institute
Urban Renaissance Institute, a division of Energy Probe Research Foundation, is dedicated to helping cities flourish, both by removing the many impediments to their proper functioning and by improving urban planning.
www.urban-renaissance.org
Urban Renaissance Institute, a division of Energy Probe Research Foundation, is dedicated to helping cities flourish, both by removing the many impediments to their proper functioning and by improving urban planning.
www.urban-renaissance.org
Nautilus Institute for Security and Sustainable Development
A policy-oriented research and consulting organization. Promotes international cooperation for security and ecologically sustainable development. Programs embrace both global and regional issues, with a focus on the Asia-Pacific region.
www.nautilus.org
A policy-oriented research and consulting organization. Promotes international cooperation for security and ecologically sustainable development. Programs embrace both global and regional issues, with a focus on the Asia-Pacific region.
www.nautilus.org
National Bureau of Economic Research
A research organization dedicated to promoting a greater understanding of how the economy works. The NBER is committed to undertaking and disseminating unbiased economic research among public policymakers, business professionals, and the academic community.
www.nber.org
A research organization dedicated to promoting a greater understanding of how the economy works. The NBER is committed to undertaking and disseminating unbiased economic research among public policymakers, business professionals, and the academic community.
www.nber.org
Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars
A presidential memorial that fosters scholarship and dialogue in the humanities and the social sciences. The Center pursues work on three interregional, interdisciplinary themes: ethnicity, comparative urban studies, and governance.
www.wilsoncenter.org
A presidential memorial that fosters scholarship and dialogue in the humanities and the social sciences. The Center pursues work on three interregional, interdisciplinary themes: ethnicity, comparative urban studies, and governance.
www.wilsoncenter.org
Wildflowers Institute
The mission of the institute is to design and develop frameworks, processes, and tools that help individuals and groups build productive interfaces between diverse cultures and to strengthen the cultural formation, quality of life, and social health within the community.
www.wildflowers.org
The mission of the institute is to design and develop frameworks, processes, and tools that help individuals and groups build productive interfaces between diverse cultures and to strengthen the cultural formation, quality of life, and social health within the community.
www.wildflowers.org
Nelson A. Rockefeller Institute of Government
The institute is the public policy research arm of the State University of New York. It is actively involved in public policy research on the role of state and local governments in American federalism and the management and finances of states and localities in major areas of domestic public affairs.
www.rockinst.org
The institute is the public policy research arm of the State University of New York. It is actively involved in public policy research on the role of state and local governments in American federalism and the management and finances of states and localities in major areas of domestic public affairs.
www.rockinst.org
Pacific Research Institute for Public Policy
San Francisco-based public policy organization advocating for personal responsibility and individual liberty in national and state issues. Site offers extensive archive of papers and presentations from PRI research centers, as well as event information, publications link, and voter education resources.
www.pacificresearch.org
San Francisco-based public policy organization advocating for personal responsibility and individual liberty in national and state issues. Site offers extensive archive of papers and presentations from PRI research centers, as well as event information, publications link, and voter education resources.
www.pacificresearch.org
Palmer R. Chitester Fund
The goal of the fund is to create entertaining media programs and material of an intellectual nature on a range of subjects, and illuminating the prerequisites of a free society. It places some emphasis on projects that examine the role of government and explain the interrelationship of economic, personal and political freedom.
www.prcfund.org
The goal of the fund is to create entertaining media programs and material of an intellectual nature on a range of subjects, and illuminating the prerequisites of a free society. It places some emphasis on projects that examine the role of government and explain the interrelationship of economic, personal and political freedom.
www.prcfund.org
