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How to Beat an American Demagogue: Donald Trump and the Future of Democracy

Political demagogues are unfortunately not new in American politics, but Donald Trump is the first to become U.S. President. With Trump in this position and joined by an aligned national Republican Party, the harm to minoritized populations, rational debate, ethical government, the nation, and the world is devastating. The only small-d democratic way forward is to engage in clear-eyed, smart, determined, historically informed, and collective action. This lecture series traces the people and practices that paved the way for Trump, Trump's specific tactics, and the necessary steps ahead. There is real pain and harm, and it won't be easy. But we're going to do it.

Speaker: David Domke, University of Washington Professor

Event is free for all students displaying student ID. All lectures are at 7:00 pm, with doors open at 630 pm

Lecture 1: September 10, 700 pm
Demagogues and Modern US Politics

Lecture 2: September 17, 700 pm
The Road to Donald Trump

Lecture 3: September 24, 700 pm
All Forward: Mindset

Lecture 4: October 1, 700 pm
All Forward: Message

Lecture 5: October 15 (note: no lecture Oct 8), 700 pm
All Forward: Mobilization