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SUMMARY:Birthright Citizenship: History\, Law\, and the Supreme Court
DESCRIPTION:As the U.S. Supreme Court considers the future of birthright citizenship\, this panel brings together leading scholars to examine the constitutional\, historical\, and legal dimensions of the debate. Panelists will explore the original meaning of the Fourteenth Amendment\, its interpretation over time\, and the implications of the current case before the Court. \nThe discussion will feature César Cuauhtémoc García Hernández\, Gregory H. Williams Chair in Civil Rights & Civil Liberties at The Ohio State University; Paul Finkelman\, Visiting Professor of Law at the University of Toledo; and Kati Barahona-López\, Associate Professor of Sociology at the University of Wisconsin–Eau Claire. \nTogether\, they will offer complementary perspectives on one of the most consequential constitutional questions facing the Court and the country today.
URL:https://www.aroundthe715.com/event/birthright-citizenship-history-law-and-the-supreme-court/
LOCATION:Centennial Hall\, 1698 Park Ave\, Eau Claire\, WI\, 54701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="Menard Center for Constitutional Studies":MAILTO:MCCS@uwec.edu
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SUMMARY:Frederick Douglass\, Free Speech\, and the Promise of the Declaration
DESCRIPTION:A powerful lecture with Professor Lucas Morel\, one of the nation’s leading scholars on Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass\, as part of programming to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. Drawing on his new book\, Measuring the Man: The Writings of Frederick Douglass on Abraham Lincoln\, Professor Morel will explore Douglass’s reflections on Lincoln\, the Declaration\, and the enduring role of free speech in American democracy. \nA nationally recognized authority on political philosophy and American history\, Professor Morel has taught at Washington & Lee University since 1999 and serves on the U.S. Semiquincentennial Commission\, which is planning activities for the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States. He is a past president of the Abraham Lincoln Institute\, a trustee of the Supreme Court Historical Society\, and a former Garwood Visiting Research Fellow at Princeton’s James Madison Program. His scholarship and commentary have appeared in outlets such as the Los Angeles Times\, Christian Science Monitor\, and Richmond Times-Dispatch. \nThis timely event highlights Frederick Douglass’s timeless insights on liberty\, equality\, and free expression—and their vital importance for America today.
URL:https://www.aroundthe715.com/event/frederick-douglass-free-speech-and-the-promise-of-the-declaration/
LOCATION:UWEC Centennial Hall Room 1804\, 1698 Park Ave\, Eau Claire\, W\, 54701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Books
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SUMMARY:Freedom of Speech in a Digital Age
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special lecture with Professor Nadine Strossen\, past President of the ACLU (1991–2008) and one of America’s leading experts on free speech. This event will explore how First Amendment principles apply in today’s world of social media\, the internet\, and artificial intelligence.\nStrossen is the John Marshall Harlan II Professor of Law Emerita at New York Law School\, a Senior Fellow with FIRE\, and author of several influential books\, including Defending Pornography: Free Speech\, Sex\, and the Fight for Women’s Rights (2024) and The War on Words: 10 Arguments Against Free Speech – And Why They Fail (2025). \nThis event is co-hosted by the Menard Center for Constitutional Studies at UW–Eau Claire and the Voices for Liberty Initiative at George Mason University. \nDon’t miss this chance to hear from one of the nation’s foremost defenders of free expression and join a timely conversation on technology and constitutional rights.
URL:https://www.aroundthe715.com/event/freedom-of-speech-in-a-digital-age-2/
LOCATION:UW-Eau Claire Hibbard Hall Room 103\, 124 Garfield Ave\, Eau Claire\, WI\, 54701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Books
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SUMMARY:Constitution Day Event - A More Perfect Union?: Constitution Day Reflections on Madison’s Vision
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Constitution Day 2025 as the Menard Center for Constitutional Studies presents “A More Perfect Union? Constitution Day Reflections on Madison’s Vision.” This panel discussion features contributors to the new edited volume James Madison’s Constitution: A Double Security and a Parchment Barrier. Panelists Dr. Eric Kasper (UW–Eau Claire)\, Dr. David Siemers (UW–Oshkosh)\, and Dr. Lynn Uzzell (Bethel University) will explore Madison’s enduring influence on American constitutional design and the challenges of balancing liberty and governance in a modern democracy. Free and open to the public.
URL:https://www.aroundthe715.com/event/constitution-day-event-a-more-perfect-union-constitution-day-reflections-on-madisons-vision/
LOCATION:UWEC Centennial Hall Room 1614\, 1698 Park Ave\, Eau Claire\, W\, 54701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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SUMMARY:Meaningful Conversations on Middle East Peace: Global Perspectives and Pathways Forward
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a thought-provoking panel discussion aimed at fostering constructive and solution-oriented dialogue on Middle East peace efforts. Hosted in collaboration with UW-Eau Claire’s Council on Internationalization and Global Engagement (CIGE)\, the Menard Center for Constitutional Studies\, and the Chida Lecture Series\, this event brings together leading voices with unique perspectives on building understanding and common ground.
URL:https://www.aroundthe715.com/event/meaningful-conversations-on-middle-east-peace-global-perspectives-and-pathways-forward/
LOCATION:UW-Eau Claire Davies Center\, 77 Roosevelt Ave\, Eau Claire\, WI\, 54701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Religion
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SUMMARY:Wisconsin’s Partial Veto: Power\, Prosperity\, and Constitutional Limits
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an insightful event featuring Nathan Kane\, Deputy Director of the Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC) Litigation Center. Kane\, a UW–Eau Claire political science alumnus and UW Law graduate\, brings expertise in legal and political matters impacting Wisconsin’s business landscape. With a foundation in public policy shaped through internships with U.S. House Representatives and the Eau Claire Area Chamber of Commerce\, Kane will provide valuable perspectives on how legislative and judicial decisions influence business and economic growth in Wisconsin.
URL:https://www.aroundthe715.com/event/wisconsins-partial-veto-power-prosperity-and-constitutional-limits/
LOCATION:Centennial Hall\, Room 1804\, 1698 Park Ave\, Eau Claire\, 54701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Community
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SUMMARY:Undivide US Film Screening and Discussion
DESCRIPTION:The Menard Center for Constitutional Studies at UW-Eau Claire\, in collaboration with BridgeEauClaire\, a newly established student organization chapter of BridgeUSA\, is excited to present a special screening of the documentary “UNDIVIDE US”. \nAbout the Film:\nAmerica stands at a crucial junction where politicians\, traditional media\, and social media intensify toxic partisanship\, causing many to doubt the trustworthiness of their fellow citizens. “UNDIVIDE US” serves as a beacon of hope and a call to action. Through the intimate lens of six focus groups across three American cities\, the film delves into the twisted landscape of toxic polarization\, exposing how it leads us to fundamentally dark places. \nHowever\, amidst these divisions\, the film uncovers the potential for healing conversations and the rediscovery of the importance of local community\, mutual respect\, and democracy. Aiming to awaken the silenced majority seeking solutions rather than strife\, “UNDIVIDE US” is not just a documentary; it’s a timely and urgent plea to reclaim the nation’s soul through open discourse\, civic engagement\, and self-governance. \nPost-Film Discussion:\nFollowing the film screening\, there will be a discussion led by Jennifer Brick Murtazashvili\, one of the film’s featured performers. Jennifer is the Director of the Center for Governance and Markets and an Associate Professor in the Graduate School of Public and International Affairs at the University of Pittsburgh. Her research explores questions of governance\, political economy\, security\, and development with a geographical focus on Central and South Asia and the former Soviet Union. \nAdmission: Free and open to the public\nJoin us for this insightful and engaging event as we explore the potential for bridging divides and fostering a more united and respectful community.
URL:https://www.aroundthe715.com/event/undivide-us-film-screening-and-discussion/
LOCATION:UW Eau Claire\, 105 Garfield Avenue\, Eau Claire\, WI\, 54703\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment
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