The Center for American Institutions Engaging Citizenship Luncheon

The Center for American Institutions and the Political History and Leadership program at Arizona State University are committed to civic education for students and the larger community.

The mission of the PHL Engaging Citizenship Luncheons is to provide a deeper understanding of critical political and cultural issues confronting our nation. These meetings provide an opportunity for attendees from the community to deepen their understanding of issues including free speech, elections, constitutional rights, education, biotechnology and religious freedom. 

Luncheons are designed for active attendee engagement with topic introductions by an ASU faculty member and/or subject matter expert, small group discussions, presentation of discussion outcomes and general discussion.

Topics for fall 2022 include:

Sept. 6, 2022: "Is Modernity and Traditional Religion Compatible?" ft. Fr. Christopher Salamy, pastor, St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church Phoenix

Oct. 11, 2022: "Election Integrity" ft. Scot Mussi, president and executive director of The Arizona Free Enterprise Club

Nov. 1, 2022: "A Blueprint for Reclaiming American Self-Governance" ft. Tony Woodlief, political scientist and author

Dec. 6, 2022: "Is Euthanasia a Right?" ft. Alexandra Snyder, CEO of Life Legal Defense Fund

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