http://www.heritage.org/static/rss/reports.xmlReports - The Heritage Foundationen-US© Copyright 2012info@heritage.orgRSS Generator {46D88608-AEDE-42CB-87D5-F03DBF3D802F}http://www.heritage.org/sitecore/content/home/research/reports/2012/05/why-conservatives-should-fund-and-support-a-strong-national-defenseThe Honorable Jon KylVigilance must be reinforced by the ability to act. Today, America’s ability to provide for the common defense is threatened by successive rounds of defense cuts. Tue, 15 May 2012 17:38:00 -0400{A7D38B1C-FE5F-4549-B29F-B55C31264C33}http://www.heritage.org/sitecore/content/home/research/reports/2012/05/jolt-act-congress-moving-in-the-right-direction-on-visa-reformJessica ZuckermanGetting visa reform right requires policies that promote travel and tourism without compromising security.Tue, 15 May 2012 17:24:00 -0400{42C3AD44-8C7D-40AD-B0DA-4B2C05C72098}http://www.heritage.org/sitecore/content/home/research/reports/2012/05/defense-budget-and-reinvesting-in-the-future-of-national-securitySteven Bucci, Ph.D., Baker SpringAs Congress prepares to pass a budget for fiscal year 2013, it should remember its primary constitutional responsibility: provide for the common defense.Tue, 15 May 2012 12:27:00 -0400{E4F94737-346A-4579-BB55-A65DD79DC1DB}http://www.heritage.org/sitecore/content/home/research/reports/2012/05/us-accession-to-un-convention-on-the-law-of-the-sea-unnecessary-to-develop-oil-and-gas-resourcesSteven GrovesThe United States as a sovereign nation can accomplish its objectives regarding the ECS and its resources without acceding to a deeply flawed treaty or seeking the approval of an international commission of experts housed at the United Nations.Mon, 14 May 2012 19:17:00 -0400{BBB46E8F-C867-43F1-88A5-6814C964188B}http://www.heritage.org/sitecore/content/home/research/reports/2012/05/south-china-sea-dispute-between-china-and-the-philippines-safeguarding-americas-interestsWalter LohmanIf the Administration mishandles the Scarborough Shoal standoff, American commitment to its treaty allies and freedom of navigation will be questioned.Mon, 14 May 2012 19:00:00 -0400{46E4D873-2158-4B86-ABD3-5AC7728C95C3}http://www.heritage.org/sitecore/content/home/research/reports/2012/05/after-wto-membership-promoting-human-rights-in-russia-with-the-magnitsky-actAriel Cohen, Ph.D., Bryan RileyRussia’s accession to the World Trade Organization (WTO) will put U.S. companies at a disadvantage with their global competitors unless Congress first exempts Russia from the application of the Jackson–Vanik AmendmentMon, 14 May 2012 10:58:00 -0400{F9DF8552-DBDA-4B36-9865-D326B75BC4E6}http://www.heritage.org/sitecore/content/home/research/reports/2012/05/medicare-trustees-report-reform-imminentJ.D. Foster, Ph.D.Medicare’s problem is its subsidy, and the solution—tested and with bipartisan support—is to ensure that it goes only to those who really need it.Mon, 14 May 2012 10:45:00 -0400{26145EEE-FD3E-4245-8CF4-BE0C23770102}http://www.heritage.org/sitecore/content/home/research/reports/2012/05/protect-america-from-whatPeter BrookesThe unfortunate fact is that the world remains a dangerous place, replete with states and non-state actors that hold—or could hold—America and its global interests at serious risk.Mon, 14 May 2012 01:00:00 -0400{46C9F3CD-C0F0-4E94-B983-5C07AB012939}http://www.heritage.org/sitecore/content/home/research/reports/2012/05/freedom-from-over-criminalization-and-unjust-seizures-act-focus-act-hearingPaul LarkinWhat was most interesting about yesterday’s hearing on the FOCUS Act was what critics did not say.Thu, 10 May 2012 12:58:00 -0400{1E953B2C-D78F-4B1F-9054-69460D2CF961}http://www.heritage.org/sitecore/content/home/research/reports/2012/05/european-economic-crisis-germanys-economy-is-badly-exposedJ.D. Foster, Ph.D.Europe has yet to address the fundamental policy shifts needed to bring about stronger economic growth, including the fate of the euro. Wed, 09 May 2012 14:59:00 -0400{E022B102-F54B-4F87-9813-3F85C6D4FA97}http://www.heritage.org/sitecore/content/home/research/reports/2012/05/2012-tax-policy-two-step-taxmageddon-then-tax-reformJ.D. Foster, Ph.D.Congress should be aware that preventing Taxmageddon and advancing tax reform should be addressed separately and in the proper order.Wed, 09 May 2012 13:38:00 -0400{783D9B2F-01BA-4394-8A20-66A70B67AEDF}http://www.heritage.org/sitecore/content/home/research/reports/2012/05/heritage-restructures-executive-ranksThe Heritage Foundation, the nation’s leading conservative think tank, today announced a restructuring designed to enhance the promotion of its cutting-edge research and public policy prescriptions.Wed, 09 May 2012 12:38:00 -0400{26D0215D-5931-4128-B75A-3DBE8C80D370}http://www.heritage.org/sitecore/content/home/research/reports/2012/05/51st-bomb-terror-plot-proves-continued-threat-of-al-qaedaSteven Bucci, Ph.D., Jessica ZuckermanThe 51st publicly known thwarted terrorist attack against the U.S. since 9/11 is a reminder of the continued threat of al-Qaeda and its affiliates.Tue, 08 May 2012 19:16:00 -0400{D97224E9-D1BB-4898-B134-4D1D6D717E42}http://www.heritage.org/sitecore/content/home/research/reports/2012/05/bo-xilais-fall-not-going-to-lead-to-reform-in-chinaDean ChengThe Bo Xilai scandal reflects the importance of better American understanding of China’s leadership structure.Tue, 08 May 2012 17:38:00 -0400{AFF6DA16-C0F7-4C41-865A-59CAAC0C5304}http://www.heritage.org/sitecore/content/home/research/reports/2012/05/the-budget-religion-and-faith-principles-for-informing-policyRyan T. AndersonThe reactions to Paul Ryan’s comments about his budget and his faith should call to mind three important things about religion and politics.Tue, 08 May 2012 14:18:00 -0400{F8BFAB46-D6A7-4550-94C1-95D332E53A3C}http://www.heritage.org/sitecore/content/home/research/reports/2012/05/student-loan-payroll-tax-increase-another-attack-on-small-businessCurtis DubaySenator Reid's proposed tax hike on small businesses would set a dangerous precedent that Congress should reject.Tue, 08 May 2012 13:29:00 -0400{B6615299-BA73-419A-8B37-68006EF08CF9}http://www.heritage.org/sitecore/content/home/research/reports/2012/05/the-focus-act-and-environmentalismPaul LarkinBefore wielding the big stick of a criminal prosecution against its citizens, America must answer several critical questions concerning the Lacey Act.Tue, 08 May 2012 11:44:00 -0400{EF7BE0E7-C2BD-4885-ABD1-C64343D8157D}http://www.heritage.org/sitecore/content/home/research/reports/2012/05/trucking-regulation-mandating-electronic-recorders-for-truckersJames GattusoCongress wants to give truckers company in the form of an electronic "big brother."Tue, 08 May 2012 11:43:00 -0400{40677BC0-8EC6-418B-9FF6-D49727991117}http://www.heritage.org/sitecore/content/home/research/reports/2012/05/cyber-intelligence-sharing-and-protection-act-disappoints-in-the-endPaul RosenzweigThe Cyber Intelligence Sharing and Protection Act has several new problems that should be addressed to make it worthwhile. Tue, 08 May 2012 11:06:00 -0400{EC3E00EC-5B07-4EEB-ABFE-6A1C88B8C79E}http://www.heritage.org/sitecore/content/home/research/reports/2012/05/why-budget-reconciliation-mattersPatrick Louis KnudsenThe House’s reconciliation legislation would go a long way toward meeting the budget’s goals, preventing reckless defense cuts, and controlling spending.Mon, 07 May 2012 16:46:00 -0400