Join us for an insightful discussion on the role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in reshaping the criminal justice system. Despite significant investments in policing and corrections, outdated technologies hinder progress. This event features Amy Bach from Measures for Justice, Raffi Krikorian from Emerson Collective, and Tom Kalil from Renaissance Philanthropy, who will explore how AI can bridge gaps in our justice system, making it fairer and more transparent. Don't miss this opportunity to delve into critical issues of equity and technology with leaders in the field.
Event WebsiteJoin us on January 23, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. for an engaging discussion with Professor Casimir Yost from Georgetown University at the Commonwealth Club World Affairs in San Francisco. This event will explore the complexities of current global conflicts and recent developments in foreign policy under the Trump administration. Professor Yost will share insights on various international issues, shedding light on conflicts from Taiwan to Ukraine and the Middle East to Greenland, providing an understanding of what to expect in these interesting times.
Join bestselling author Juan Williams for a compelling discussion on the rise of America's second civil rights movement. As he outlines the trajectory from the Obama presidency through significant events like Charlottesville and the January 6 Capitol incident, Williams highlights how demographic changes and the use of social media shape today's activism against systemic racism and police brutality. The session will delve into the new generation's goals and challenges, linking historical struggles for equality with modern efforts for social justice. This event promises to be an engaging exploration of the present and future of civil rights in America.
Join Professor Casimir Yost as he discusses the implications of America's historical Smoot-Hawley Tariff Act, which aimed to protect American interests but resulted in retaliatory actions from foreign governments, influencing global events such as Japan's invasion of Manchuria. He will explore the unintended consequences of such policies in the context of the current global landscape, focusing on demography, climate change, technology, and regional conflicts. As a senior fellow at the Institute for the Study of Diplomacy and former director at the National Intelligence Council, Yost offers critical insights into the complexities of international relations in the 'new Trumpian age.'
Join us on Friday, January 24 at 7pm PT when Colette Shade celebrates the release of her book, Y2K: How the 2000s Became Everything (Essays on the Future That Never Was), with Joanne McNeil at 9th Ave! The event is free to attend, with RSVP encouraged and masks recommended for in-person attendance. Alternatively, attendees can join online via the provided link. The event promises a lively discussion shedding light on the cultural dynamics of the early 2000s, featuring the author’s thought-provoking insights and reflections.