Wagner’s presentation will not only provide a sweeping historical perspective but unfold a new intersectional look at the women’s rights movements in addition to introducing us to the debates within the women’s movements, the issues advanced, models of women’s roles […]
Using New York State in the 1970s as a case study this program will cover how the Democratic Party transitioned from the party of the New Deal to one supportive of the legislative goals of modern feminist movements in the […]
Americans live with waste every day — a growing problem. Recycling is one of the ways we can have a positive impact on our environment. Recycling can also provide us with renewable sources of energy that help reduce greenhouse gases. […]
Gun violence is a plague on our society. It has caused irreparable harm to its victims, families, and communities. Gun violence has created an atmosphere of fear in our public spaces including sanctuaries such as churches and synagogues and is […]
We enlist science to support our political views, but our confirmation bias leads us to accept any evidence, strong or weak as long as it helps our agenda. The result is often the promotion of bad science to the public. […]
The mid-term elections have profoundly impacted most Americans. Many, who otherwise were passive about politics became activated and involved with campaigns, voter initiatives, and advocacy. Three pros, Never Trump Republican, a prominent Democratic advisor, and a former Republican Bergen County […]
Gerrymandering: The deliberate manipulation of electoral districts to provide a political advantage to a specific political party. Such partisan gerrymandering strips voters of basic rights and undermines the democratic process and democracy itself. Yurij Rudensky informs us of how gerrymandering […]
The economic reports indicate an economy on the move, yet the middle class appears to be in trouble: stagnant wages and job promotion opportunities, high education costs, student debt, increased taxes, and a general sense of struggle and confusion. How […]
The federal courts, and particularly the Supreme Court, usually reliable institutions embodying the nation’s commitment to the rule of law, have come to the foreground of our polarized political environment. The increasingly vicious tone of battles over judicial nominations is […]
Immigration policy has been contentious throughout American history. We will learn about our immigrant experience and the challenges facing us today. What is the best way forward that honors our history, values, and future? Three experts will discuss our past, […]