Despite all the Democratic wins in November, a sense of outrage filled the room as labor officials, environmentalists, civil rights activists, immigration reformers, and a panoply of other progressive leaders discussed the challenges facing the left and what to do to beat back the deep-pocketed conservative movement.

FORBES: There's Much Too Little Money In Politics

Progressive African leaders are acutely aware that lack of capital can put paid to the continent's development.

ECONOMIST: Zambian copper

The President will host two separate meetings at the White House, one with progressive and labor leaders and the other with business leaders.

WHITEHOUSE: President's Schedule