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Conversation: What Makes a Good President?
Many people have opinions about the flaws of our political leaders, but what are the qualities needed to make a good president? Is it sugar and spice and everything nice? If not, what characteristics do you look for in a presidential candidate? What traits have you seen that worked for leaders of yesteryear? Come and…
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New Frontiers for Education Reform?
The USC Dornsife Center for the Political Future invites you to join a conversation entitled “New Frontiers for Education Reform?” discussing education reform and policy on Wednesday, March 20 in the University Club Scriptorium. Lunch service will begin at 12:30 p.m. and the discussion will take place from 1:00-2:00 p.m. This event, moderated by CPF…
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American Future Stories
In this land of promised opportunity, our nation seems to be falling short. The media provides dire warnings about what is likely to happen if “our people don’t win,” as if we just have to survive the end of the world. The rapid pace of change has and will continue to radically transform our lives….
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Democracy Happy Hour
Grab a drink and come hear about the latest democracy news, topic of the week, ongoing efforts to fix democracy, and actions you can take at our weekly Democracy Happy Hour, Wednesdays @ 5 pm PT.
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Trade School vs College: What’s the better path?
Between the ever-increasing cost of a college education and the difficulties employers are facing finding people to fill jobs in transportation, construction, and skilled trades such as electricians, welders, and plumbers, it’s time to ask whether the US is doing a good job preparing our young adults for the job market. For decades high schools…
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Independents: America’s Largest Voting Bloc
INDEPENDENTS: AMERICA’S LARGEST VOTING BLOC WITH JACKIE SALIT AND JOHN OPDYCKE Independent voters make up well over 40 percent of the voting public. But you wouldn’t know that from media coverage, which focuses almost exclusively on red vs. blue. Independents are often overlooked and misunderstood by political professionals, journalists, and pundits. In this podcast episode,…
