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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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Here's What You Missed in DC

1212 E. 59th Street, Chicago, 60637

Oct 07, 2025 5:30pm – 6:45pm CST

While campus was quiet over summer break, the three branches of the federal government took actions that will have profound implications on every American life. President Trump raised, then lowered, then raised scores of tariffs across the world. Congress passed a spending bill with tax cuts and[...]
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Clash of the Conservatives: Is the Populist Project Worthwhile?

1407 E 60th St, Chicago, 60637

Oct 15, 2025 5:30pm – 6:45pm CST

Is the populist project worthwhile, and has President Trump fulfilled his promise as its avatar? Hear Richard Hanania, a former right-wing figure, Trump enthusiast, project 2025 contributor and think tank founder who now disavows his former views and the president, in conversation across difference[...]
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