UPCOMING EVENTS
"The Art of Power." A Conversation with Nancy Pelosi and Harry Litman
Talking San Diego is pleased to announce that Nancy Pelosi, the first woman to hold the office of Speaker of the House, will come to San Diego this Fall for a conversation with Harry Litman anchored in her new book, The Art of Power. In it, Pelosi reflects on her role in crafting pivotal legislation, including the Affordable Care Act and the American Rescue Plan, while also reflecting on the January 6th Capitol attack and the power dynamics with the White House, Senate, and other political entities during her tenure as Speaker. With a 37-year career representing San Francisco in Congress and recent honors, including the Presidential Medal of Freedom, Pelosi’s conversation promises an insightful exploration of the high-stakes drama in American politics and her lasting impact.
San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria will also join this event to introduce the speakers.
What's at Stake in November? A Conversation with Bill Kristol and Harry Litman
Bill Kristol, conservative stalwart turned never-Trumper, former Chief of Staff to Vice President Dan Quayle, and a prominent conservative voice and political analyst, sits down with Harry Litman to explore the existential stakes for the American experiment in the coming U.S. Presidential Election. As the founder and former editor-at-large of The Weekly Standard and current editor-at-large of The Bulwark, Kristol has been a significant figure in conservative thought. He has been particularly involved in debates about the politics of American Jewry, and he is a long-time staunch supporter of Israel. His critical stance on former President Donald Trump and role as a supporter of the Never Trump movement provide a distinct vantage point on today’s political tumult. Kristol brings a wealth of insight and experience into the pressing challenges and debates shaping American politics today.
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Jen Psaki
Jen Psaki became a household name when she became the White House press secretary for the Biden Administration in 2020. She served in this role for two years before being hired as a contributor at MSNBC where she later became the host of a primetime show. Prior to becoming the White House secretary, Psaki served on former President Obama’s campaign as a traveling press secretary. In 2013, she became the spokesperson for the U.S. Department of State. Earlier this month, Psaki released her first book, Say More: Lessons from Work, the White House, and the World.
Congressman Jamie Raskin
Rep. Jamie Raskin is a fourth-term Democratic representative proudly serving Maryland’s 8th Congressional District. Among his many accomplishments throughout his time in Congress, Raskin is known for leading the second impeachment against former President Donald Trump and for his key contributions to the House Judiciary Committee. Prior to being elected to Congress, Raskin graduated from Harvard Law School where he was the Editor of the Harvard Law Review, taught constitutional law at American University Washington College of Law for more than 25 years, and served three terms as a Maryland state senator. He is the author of Unthinkable: Trauma, Truth, and the Trials of American Democracy.
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