Also coming: Conversations about patriotism and dissent, the crisis of two constitutions, and more! Today at America's Town Hall OCT 7 I 12 – 1 p.m. ET For Debate: Should Qualified Immunity for Police Officers Be Abolished? Free Online The National Constitution Center and WHYY present a conversation exploring a major issue at the forefront of the national police reform debate—qualified immunity. Gloria Browne-Marshall, professor of constitutional law at John Jay College of Criminal Justice; Leonard Kesten, an attorney who has litigated hundreds of cases involving the application of qualified immunity; and Rafael Mangual, senior fellow and head of research for the Policing and Public Safety Initiative at the Manhattan Institute, join moderator Jeffrey Rosen, president and CEO of the National Constitution Center, to discuss what the doctrine is and whether it needs to be reformed. This program is presented in partnership with WHYY’s Your Democracy initiative, supported by the Sutherland Family. REGISTER All town hall programs are available for playback on our website and YouTube channel. More From the National Constitution Center This Friday's Live Class: Principles of the American Revolution Featuring Akhil Reed Amar OCT 8 I 1 p.m. ET Free Online Akhil Reed Amar, Sterling Professor of Law and Political Science at Yale University, joins National Constitution Center President and CEO Jeffrey Rosen for a discussion on the form of government established by the Constitution, and its key ideas—including natural rights, the rule of law, and popular sovereignty. Amar will also answer questions about his work as a writer, professor, and scholar, as well as answer questions from participants. Part lecture and part lively conversation, these free online classes are perfect for lifelong learners. REGISTER OCT 13 I 7 p.m. ET Patriotism and Dissent in America Free Online  REGISTER OCT 26 I 12 p.m. ET The Crisis of Two Constitutions: The Founders' vs. The Peoples' Free Online REGISTER NOV 9 I 7 p.m. ET Black Women, Representation, and the Constitution Free Online REGISTER Thank you for being a part of the National Constitution Center's community of lifelong learners and for your support of our mission to increase awareness and understanding of the U.S. Constitution among the American people. Your contribution makes our crucially important work possible. Please consider becoming a Member or making a gift to support our new and expanded online learning opportunities and to help us provide constitutional education for all. SUPPORT OUR WORK STAY CONNECTED ‌ ‌ ‌ National Constitution Center | Independence Mall, 525 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19106 Unsubscribe [email protected] Update Profile | Constant Contact Data Notice Sent by [email protected] powered by Try email marketing for free today!