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Each year, the IOP hosts dozens of public Speaker Series events, providing students and the general public direct contact with elected officials, activists, authors, journalists, and other key practitioners in politics and public service.

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Trad Wives & Alpha Males: Gender Relations in the Blender

1212 E. 59th Street, Chicago, 60637

Feb 11, 2025 5:30pm – 6:45pm CST

Among the many divides in the United States and beyond – urban/rural, conservative/progressive, young/old – the most striking and perhaps consequential is the political and cultural gender cleave, especially among young Americans. What underlies the political tensions, declining interest in[...]
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The Future of the Democratic Party

1201 E 60th St, Chicago, 60637

Feb 18, 2025 5:30pm – 6:45pm CST

Following a decisive election loss and a hammering of their priorities and basic norms in Washington and beyond, Democrats are on the ropes. What strategies – particularly in focusing locally – have worked for Democrats who have been successful in elections, governing and messaging, and what is the[...]
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That’s What She Said: Stories and Strategies from Political Speechwriters

1212 E. 59th Street, Chicago, 60637

Feb 20, 2025 5:30pm – 6:45pm CST

Get in the room with four former speechwriters for President and Michelle Obama and former House Speakers Paul Ryan and Nancy Pelosi. How do you channel the voice of your boss at key moments in American history, what are common mistakes speechwriters make and what are the moments they will never[...]

Sanctuary or Stomping Grounds?: Chicago in the Second Age of Trump

5707 S Woodlawn Ave, Chicago, 60637

Feb 28, 2025 12:00pm – 1:00pm CST

It’s a whole new country – but is it a whole new city? Featuring IL State Rep. Kam Buckner, this Chicago Style speaker panel will delve into the impact of the 2024 federal, state, and local elections on Chicago. We will discuss the relationships between President Donald Trump, Gov. JB Pritzker,[...]

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