Join us for a conversation with Sergio Sarmiento as he discusses the importance of press freedom for democracy in Mexico.Press freedom is a cornerstone of democratic governance, yet in Mexico, it has come under sustained pressure as journalists face intimidation, violence, and political constraints. These challenges raise broader questions about accountability, democratic institutions, and the […]

Join us for a keynote and panel exploring new data on immigration enforcement, stronger state protections, and fair, sustainable policy.Reexamining the “Nation of Immigrants”: The Politics of ICE EnforcementWith the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement's (ICE) arrests and detentions surging, California’s legislative leadership offers critical lessons on safeguarding rights and rebuilding trust. Join us on […]

In this discussion, two leading experts on the study of genocide will consider the accusations of genocide against Israel.Omer Bartov will explain when and why he concluded that Israel was perpetrating genocide in Gaza, examine the deeper causes of events in Gaza and the West Bank, ponder the question of Israel’s appearance of impunity, and […]

Join us virtually for a conversation with Sergio Sarmiento as he discusses the importance of press freedom for democracy in Mexico.Press freedom is a cornerstone of democratic governance, yet in Mexico, it has come under sustained pressure as journalists face intimidation, violence, and political constraints. These challenges raise broader questions about accountability, democratic institutions, and […]

The (Inter)National Politics Club discusses current political news, policy and more! The December topic will be U.S. Foreign Relations.

Mini Camp Congress for Girls Los Angeles 2026 is an introduction to the United States political system for girls ages 6 and 7.Mini Camp Congress for Girls Los Angeles 2026 is an introduction to the United States political system for girls ages 6 and 7. Camp begins with a lesson on the structure of the […]

It's all fun & civics at Camp Congress for Girls Los Angeles 2026. Girls study government, run for office & pass a bill.Camp Congress for Girls Los Angeles 2026 is a leadership program that introduces girls to United States politics. Camp begins with a lesson on the structure of our political system. Each girl will […]

Join us for a lecture that will explore how the Kremlin’s information apparatus no longer relies solely on agitprop and censorship.How does the Kremlin sell Putin, the war in Ukraine, and the erosion of freedoms in the age of the attention economy? Modern Russian propaganda is much more than angry talk-show hosts waving missiles on […]

Will a collaboration of humans & technology be successful in the long term? Will it become the savior of health care or just another pain?Artificial intelligence can now match and sometimes surpass physicians in areas such as diagnosis to empathy. What does that mean for doctors, patients, and the future of our health care? Join […]

Join us for a talk about NATO-Russia relations through the Soviet Era until the present day.After the Cold War, the United States and its NATO allies faced crucial questions. Could Russia and other former Soviet republics be integrated into the liberal international order? What roles should former Soviet republics and satellite states in Eastern and […]

A cautionary tale & guidance for all Western bankers, C-suite executives, consultants & entrepreneurs seeking to do business within China.The China Business Conundrum: Ensure That "Win-Win" Doesn't Mean Western Companies Lose Twice describes former Silicon Valley Bank CEO Ken Wilcox's firsthand challenges he encountered in four years “on the ground” trying to establish a joint […]

In our annual economic forecast, our experts go beyond the hype and doomsaying to break down what it all means for your bottom line.The Walter E. Hoadley Annual Economic Forecast, presented by Bank of America.Are we in an AI-driven financial bubble? New York Times financial journalist Andrew Ross Sorkin, author of a new book on […]