The Future of America: Menlo Park Panel & Reception

Join us for an exclusive evening panel and reception in Menlo Park, hosted by the Independent Institute, as we celebrate the 250th anniversary of American independence with a special Liberty at 250 conversation.

📅 Venue: Park James Hotel, located in the heart of Silicon Valley, an emblem of American innovation and entrepreneurship.

🍷 Kick off the evening with a warm welcome reception, complete with an open bar and delectable hors d’oeuvres.

🎙️ The panel will delve into the themes of the upcoming special supplement of The Independent Review, titled The Future of America. Our distinguished speakers include Matthew Crawford, Talbot Brewer, and T.J. Jackson Lears. They will discuss the pressing challenges and opportunities our nation faces in the years ahead, reflecting on:

• The future of liberty
• American identity
• Cultural and ethical considerations
• The foundational principles that continue to influence our political and intellectual landscape.

🤝 The evening will proceed with an engaging audience Q&A following the panel discussion, fostering a rich dialogue on the topics at hand.

This event is part of the Independent Institute’s Liberty at 250 project, which revisits the core ideas of liberty that shaped our founding and continue to spark debate on freedom, governance, and American identity today.

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