Anderson’s Bookshop welcomes Ambassador Nikki Haley, a revealing, dramatic, deeply personal book about the most significant events of our time, written by the former United States Ambassador to the United Nations.

IT economics professor Abhijit Banerjee joins the Council to argue that traditional western-centric thinking has failed to explain how it benefits the average worker and consumer in an ever more globalized world.

Our panel of experts will discuss one of Illinois government’s most pervasive problems and help unpack how Springfield’s most popular fall accessory – wearing a wire – is routing out corruption at a seemingly faster pace than we’ve ever seen.

The Juliana plaintiffs – 21 minor children – filed suit in 2015 arguing that the federal government violated their fundamental right to a stable climate grounded in the Due Process and Equal Protection Clauses of the 5th Amendment, by supporting a fossil-fuel economy. They also argue that the government breached its duty to hold the atmosphere in trust under common law principles. In the 9th Circuit, Jeff Clark argued that there is no substantive constitutional right to a stable environment and the suit is a “direct attack on the separation of powers”. Jeff will discuss the “climate kids” litigation and future implications for states and state constitutional law going forward.

The Chi Hack Night is a free, weekly event in Chicago to build, share and learn about civic tech and tools to create, support, or serve public good.

From the Founding Fathers to the best-selling American writers of the 19th century; from the eccentric Dollar Princesses and Dandies of the Belle Époque to the brilliant party animals of the roaring 20’s; from the American writers of the post-World War II era to the disco dancers of the 70’s. Williams shares the stage with two Chicago actors who will perform dramatized readings from historical sources.

Eminent Domain for Carbon emissions?

Author David Stahel visits the Museum & Library to discuss his book about the German Winter Campaign between 1941 and 1942.

Anderson’s Bookshop welcomes Ambassador Nikki Haley, a revealing, dramatic, deeply personal book about the most significant events of our time, written by the former United States Ambassador to the United Nations.

Join other attendees who are in early stage technology startups, it will be a chance to compare notes on operational, development, and business issues with peers.

Join economist and political scientist James Robinson as he explains how liberty flourishes in some states but falls to totalitarianism in others.