Wednsday, June 17, 2020

1PM

On June 10, 1963 President John Kennedy addressed American University’s graduating class. This was a unique speech at a critical time and laid the groundwork for a conversation on his plan to curb nuclear arms and his path to world peace. It is considered one of his most powerful speeches. Join us for a conversation to discuss the impact of this speech at the time, what remains as still relevant and applicable in the challenges we are facing in 2020 and what role do speeches play in the setting of policy and informing the population.