An audit by the Aspen Institute Criminal Justice Reform Initiative seeks to
present a clear and complete picture of realities that are too often
horrific and nameless.

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From Our Archives: John Lewis in His Own Words

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How must America move forward on still-unresolved issues of human and civil
rights? Congressman John Lewis visited the Aspen Institute stage several
times. During a 2014 Aspen Ideas Festival conversation, Lewis reflected on
Jim Crow era protests, organizing, and activism. He acknowledged that
bringing about change isn’t always on the straight and narrow path. “You
have to have the ability to speak up, speak out, and get in the way,” he
said, “get in trouble, good trouble—necessary trouble.”

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The US Government Is Still Spying on Activists

Criminal Justice Reform Initiative



John Lewis, Rev. C.T. Vivian, and other civil rights leaders were
unlawfully surveilled by the US government during the civil rights
movement. The measures were justified by the FBI for a country “engaged in
a form of social revolution.” Protesters remain monitored 60 years later.
Without oversight, newer forms of surveillance like facial recognition
technologies will be systematically weaponized against Black and brown
lives.
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The Fight for Women’s Equality, Continued

Aspen Community Programs



It’s been a century since American women won the right to vote. In
recognition of the anniversary of the 19^th Amendment, the McCloskey
Speaker Series invited three powerful leaders to speak. Cecile Richards,
Ai-jen Poo, and Katherine Grainger discussed the strides women have made
toward gender equality and the hurdles that still remain.
[7]More

[8]

Ten Truths about Race and Racism in America

Citizenship and American Identity Program



If you want to understand what’s happening in America right now, start by
acknowledging that racial oppression and white supremacy have been a part
of the nation since it was founded. The Aspen Institute’s Citizenship and
American Identity program, in collaboration with the Center for Native
American Youth and the Latinos and Society Program, created a list of
movements and moments from the country’s history to help every American
contextualize systemic racism—and help repair the damage it causes.
[9]More

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People-Centered Tech Can Fix the Safety Net

Global Inclusive Growth Partnership



The pandemic put millions of Americans into immediate and ongoing economic
peril. The safety net—that suite of government assistance programs that
should have been there to help—was exposed as inadequate to deal with a
crisis of this magnitude. As the nation rebuilds, organizations which help
people access benefits through smart design technology can show us how to
be prepared for the next economic shock. The Institute’s Financial Security
Program and the Beeck Center are working together to map a way forward.
[11]More

Podcast

Aspen Ministers Forum- Madeleine Albright in Conversation with Jan
Eliasson

Aspen Insight



Former US Secretary of State and Aspen Ministers Forum founding member
Madeleine Albright sat down with Jan Eliasson, Swedish diplomat and former
deputy secretary-general of the United Nations. The pair discussed the new
thinking required to tackle present-day issues like a pandemic, climate
change, and war.

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In the News

In Newsweek, the Economic Opportunities Program’s Maureen Conway and Mark
G. Popovich explain why a “Buy America” approach alone isn’t enough to
restack the deck in favor of American workers.

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Upcoming Events

Aspen Security Forum 2020

Aspen Strategy Group

Tuesday August 4-6, 8:30 – 7:30 ET

Join the Aspen Strategy Group as they explore the most pressing foreign
policy and national security issues of the day facing the United States and
its allies. Leading journalists from NBC News and MSNBC will drive
discussions with speakers like US Secretary of Defense Mark Esper, Atlanta
Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms, and former National Security Advisor John
Bolton. [14]Register

The Tyranny of Merit: What’s Become of the Common Good?

McCloskey Speaker Series

Tuesday August 4, 3:00 – 4:00 pm MT

Michael Sandel, professor of political philosophy at Harvard University has
been described as “the most popular professor in the world.” In this talk
about his forthcoming book, Sandel examines how we define success and how
our meritocracy is hurting the common good. [15]Register

Emerging from the Covid-19 Crisis as a More Resilient Society

Hurst Lecture Series

Wednesday, August 5, 3:00 – 4:00 pm MT

Hear and learn from experts in the realm of access to parks, open space and
public lands as they come together to share recent efforts to increase
access, that also move us closer to achieving equitable access to the
outdoors. [16]Register

Citizen Leadership Awards Program

Tuesday, August 11, 8:00 – 9:00 pm ET

Each summer, we come together to recognize leaders who have made important
contributions to their own fields and society while also raising critical
support for the Institute and its programs. This year, we are proud to
present the Citizen Leadership Award to four individuals who have
demonstrated true civic leadership during these uncertain times: Chef José
Andrés, founder of World Central Kitchen; Satya Nadella, CEO of
Microsoft; Dr. Anthony Fauci, head of the Center for Allergy and Infectious
Diseases; and Mellody Hobson, President and co-CEO of Ariel Investments.
[17]Register

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