Experts discuss the critical role of judicial independence in American democracy.   Today at America’s Town Hall The Evolution of Judicial Independence in America Monday, May 15 | 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. ET Join the National Constitution Center and the Federal Judicial Center for three discussions exploring the evolution of judicial independence in America and its critical role in our democracy from the Founding to present day. The first panel features a conversation with historians Mary Sarah Bilder of Boston College Law School and Jack Rakove of Stanford University, exploring the founders’ intentions surrounding the establishment of the federal judiciary and the role of the courts during the nation’s formative years. Jeffrey Rosen, president and CEO of the National Constitution Center, moderates. The second panel explores judicial independence and the federal courts in the 20th century and the major milestones that shaped the judiciary, including the crucial role of Chief Justice Taft and key Supreme Court rulings. Moderated by Jeffrey Rosen, this panel features scholars Neal Devins and Allison Orr Larsen of William & Mary Law School, and Marin Levy of Duke University School of Law. The third panel features two federal judges discussing their experiences upholding judicial independence in the face of contemporary challenges. John S. Cooke, director of the Federal Judicial Center, moderates a conversation with Judge R. Guy Cole, Jr. of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit and Judge Sara Lee Ellis of the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois. REGISTER TO ATTEND IN-PERSON REGISTER TO ATTEND ONLINE This program is presented in partnership with the Federal Judicial Center.   For a full list of upcoming programs, visit our website. All programs are free — register today!   More From the National Constitution Center LISTEN  Subscribe to audio of our programs on Live at the National Constitution Center, and also check out our companion podcast We the People. LEARN MORE WATCH Explore our video library of past programs and subscribe to our YouTube channel for instant updates.   VIEW MEDIA LIBRARY     Support the Center Your generous support enables the National Constitution Center to thrive as America’s leading platform for nonpartisan constitutional education and civil dialogue. SUPPORT Connect with us Interactive Constitution | Constitution Daily blog Update your email preferences by clicking Update Profile below to subscribe to other National Constitution Center newsletters and manage how often you hear from us.   National Constitution Center | Independence Mall, 525 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19106 Unsubscribe [email protected] Update Profile | Our Privacy Policy | Constant Contact Data Notice Sent by [email protected] in collaboration with Try email marketing for free today!