In each of the last two years, David Bisno has delivered very memorable lectures on fascism and on the Israeli/Palestinian conflict. This year he returns with a new compelling topic. Some of us may be thrilled and relieved about developments in Washington; while others of us may be in dismay if not "gobsmacked.” In 1935, Sinclair Lewis wrote "It Can’t Happen Here." Can it? Is it? In these new talks, David will consider, and try to understand, what is happening in America now. In his wide-ranging approach he will discuss Il-liberal Democracies, White Christian Nationalism, Populism, Authoritarianism, the Deep State, Political Purges, Cults of Personality, the role of Elites, as well as the advantages and disadvantages of DEI efforts.

This program is a two part series: Oct 27 and 28.  The program will take place at Snow Library in Orleans (in person and zoom registration) and is generously cosponsored by Snow Library.

This program is part of the Friends of the Eldredge Public Library Learning Series.  A $10 donation per course is suggested. All net proceeds are used by the Friends of the EPL to support the Library. Registration and payment forms are available at the Library front desk and online at www.eldredgelibrary.org/learning-series.