A series of lectures at Kenyon College will address the challenges facing modern democracy in the United States. The events, organized by Kenyon's Center for the Study of American Democracy (CSAD), will feature prominent figures such as George Packer, William Kristol, Larry Diamond, and Jeff Flake.
The series begins on September 17 with George Packer, a staff writer at The Atlantic and National Book Award-winning author. His lecture titled "What is a Patriot in America Today?" will explore themes of patriotism and national identity. Joseph L. Klesner, CSAD director, expressed enthusiasm about hosting speakers who have significantly contributed to discussions on democracy.
William Kristol, founder of The Weekly Standard and editor-at-large of The Bulwark, will speak on October 20 about "The Fate of American Democracy." Following him on October 27 is Larry Diamond from Stanford University, who will discuss "The Wave of Democratic Backsliding and How to Reverse It."
The series concludes with former Senator Jeff Flake on November 4. Flake will address the topic "Bridging the Divide: Can Bipartisanship Make a Comeback?" Drawing from his experience as an ambassador to Turkey from 2022 to 2024.
All lectures are free and open to the public at Oden Hall’s Archon Auditorium in Gambier. Parking is available behind Chalmers Library in the West Quad Parking Garage.
Kenyon's Center for the Study of American Democracy was established in 2007 to foster nonpartisan civic discourse through various academic activities. More information can be obtained by contacting them via email or phone.
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