Ethics rules and standards are being violated every day. This is not a “draining of the swamp” but deliberate corruption. Corruption at the very top of our government is a major challenge to a viable democracy. Two leading experts will […]
A discussion about the developing consequences of President Trump’s removal of the heads of the various agencies responsible for rooting out corruption and conflicts of interest, including the Office of Government Ethics, Office of Special Counsel, and numerous Inspectors General. […]
The new administration is spinning the globe upside down. Global politics is in shock and disarray, resulting in turmoil, uncertainty, and profound concern for the future. Our panel may not have a crystal ball, but their considerable expertise will help […]
In a time when our current administration denies climate change, many wonder how to keep up the momentum to salvage our planet. Our speakers represent a cross-section of successful public and private opportunities that can be implemented locally and statewide. […]
Ukraine continues to present a complex challenge for U.S. foreign policy. While many Americans and international allies still back Ukraine’s struggle to maintain its independence from Russia, the current administration’s stance has been inconsistent, often emphasizing the financial and strategic […]
Rule of Law has a long history in the human story. It has been implemented throughout history and in many different ways. American Democracy has depended on the rule of law and its traditions. What has changed, what’s it like […]
Concentrated wealth is the enemy of democracy. As the great jurist Louis Brandeis is reputed to have said, “America has a choice. We can either have great wealth in the hands of a few or we can have a democracy. […]
Love him or hate him, no one should doubt that Donald J. Trump has shattered many of the norms undergirding the American political experiment. His radically populist style and unconventional conservatism have, and will, test the foundations of America’s system […]
Ukraine is in the crosshairs of politics, domestically and globally. What is the current status of this war, and what does the future hold for the Ukrainian people? This program will unravel the current situation, US political sentiments and challenges, […]
Understanding the complexities of immigration, including its emotional impact, is vital for forming effective policies, a sentiment most Americans echo. Evaluating historical US immigration policies and their current implications, and determining the best future direction is key. Consideration of our […]