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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 19th 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.
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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.
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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.
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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 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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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. Register
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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. Register
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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. Register
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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. Register
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Aspen Ideas Now
Each week we curate timely conversations from across the Aspen Institute. Our most recent conversation centered around a new brand of conservatism that is challenging the Republican party’s orthodoxy. We seek to elevate formidable leaders, inspiring thinkers, and remarkable stories. Subscribe here to receive emails from Aspen Ideas Now.
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Codebook
Aspen Digital, in partnership with Axios, has re-launched the weekly Codebook newsletter. Zach Dorfman, a senior staff writer at the Institute, reports on the latest at the intersection of cybersecurity, national security, and technology. Follow along every Wednesday by subscribing here.
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