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SUMMARY:Work Experience of the Population (Annual)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://politicaljar.com/event/work-experience-of-the-population-annual/
LOCATION:Washington\, DC
CATEGORIES:BLS,IMPORTANT
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SUMMARY:Employer Costs for Employee Compensation
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://politicaljar.com/event/employer-costs-for-employee-compensation-4/
LOCATION:Washington\, DC
CATEGORIES:BLS,IMPORTANT
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SUMMARY:The President participates in a Swearing-In Ceremony for the CEO of the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation and Chairman of EXIM Bank
DESCRIPTION:Closed Press
URL:https://politicaljar.com/event/the-president-participates-in-a-swearing-in-ceremony-for-the-ceo-of-the-u-s-international-development-finance-corporation-and-chairman-of-exim-bank/
LOCATION:Oval Office
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SUMMARY:At a Crossroads: Charting a Path for Research Integrity
DESCRIPTION:Join COS and our panel of researchers\, reformers\, and policy experts for a discussion on open research in an era of uncertainty.\n\n\nA Changing Environment\nFederal science policy is evolving rapidly. Through recent Executive Orders and other actions\, the U.S. administration is attempting to dramatically alter how research is funded\, evaluated\, and used. These developments present substantial challenges for researchers and institutions but also opportunities to meet the moment by promoting trust in science and advancing research integrity. \nAn Engaging Conversation\nAt a Crossroads will offer constructive insights from guest speakers with front-line\, insider perspectives on the dynamic science policy space. Panelists will discuss responses to policy developments from research funders\, advocacy organizations\, and institutions. Attendees will also be invited to participate via Q&A opportunities throughout the two panels. \nSpeakers\n\nAngela Bednarek (Pew Charitable Trusts)\nAlexa Dietrich (Union of Concerned Scientists)\nJoel Gurin (Center for Open Data Enterprise)\nTara Schwetz (TMS Science Strategies; fmr. National Institutes of Health)\nTobin Smith (Association of American Universities)\nBrian Nosek (Center for Open Science)\nMaryam Zaringhalam (Center for Open Science)\n\nProgram\n\nWelcome & Introduction\nPanel Discussion: Upholding the Integrity and Independence of Science\nPanel Discussion: Building a More Open and Resilient Future for Research
URL:https://politicaljar.com/event/at-a-crossroads-charting-a-path-for-research-integrity/
LOCATION:Irving Theater/Code Building\, 225 West Water Street\, Charlottesville\, VA\, 22902\, United States
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SUMMARY:The President participates in a Bill Signing Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:White House Press Pool
URL:https://politicaljar.com/event/the-president-participates-in-a-bill-signing-ceremony-5/
LOCATION:Oval Office
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SUMMARY:Camp United Nations for Girls New Haven 2025
DESCRIPTION:Camp United Nations for Girls New Haven 2025 introduces girls to international politics and the work of the United Nations.\n\n\nCamp United Nations for Girls New Haven 2025 introduces girls to the work of the United Nations and international policy. Camp United Nations begins with a lesson on the history of the United Nations and the organization’s purpose. This is followed by a study of the structure\, leadership\, and the rules of procedure of the United Nations. Each student will be given an assignment to serve as a delegate for a UN Member State. When the General Assembly convenes delegates will propose a resolution. The resolution will be subject to negotiation and amendment by the UN Delegates before a vote on a final version of the resolution. Girl Scouts and Girl Guides qualify to earn a Global Action Award or World Thinking badge for participating in Camp United Nations for Girls; awards and badges not provided. \nFor additional information contact us at +1 866-277-2123 extension 1\, via email at info@girlsinpolitics.com or visit our website at www.girlsinpolitics.com. Ticketing options for girls ages 9-11 and 12-17. Please no solicitation emails or calls. We do not book speakers\, book vendors or recruit volunteers for events. \nFrequently Asked Questions \nIs this event a drop-off? All camps are drop-off unless parent participation is indicated. Parents may wait at the venue for the duration of the camp in any of the lounge or seating area throughout the hotel. The meeting room space capacity can only accommodate students and staff. \nIs the registration fee refundable? The registration fee is non-refundable unless the organizer cancels the session. If a participant is unable to attend a session a credit will be placed on file that may be used at any time for a future program. The credit does not expire. \nIs this a partisan program or supported by a political party? No\, the Girls in Politics Initiative is an independent organization that is self-funded through the fees generated from hosting sessions. The curriculum is civic education. \nIs financial assistance available? Due to rising costs associated with hosting events\, there is no financial assistance available for this event and there is no promo code for this event. \nWho are the instructors? Our Lead Instructors are women that currently or have previously worked in government or electoral politics. Our support staffers are current or former licensed teachers. All instructors and support staff undergo background screening. All instructors and support staff are also in compliance with any local ordinances or state/provincial regulations applicable to those working with children.
URL:https://politicaljar.com/event/camp-united-nations-for-girls-new-haven-2025/
LOCATION:136 Marsh Hill Rd\, 136 Marsh Hill Road\, Orange\, CT\, 06477\, United States
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SUMMARY:The Art of Talking Politics
DESCRIPTION:Let’s dive into the world of politics and learn how to have meaningful conversations about it at The Art of Talking Politics event!\n\n\nThe Art of Talking Politics \nWe’ve often been told to avoid talking about politics and religion\, mostly because it can be hard. But staying silent has brought us to the divisions we see today. Now\, our nation is calling us to learn how to navigate these conversations with skill and compassion. \nJoin Britta Neinast for her monthly discussions\, The Art of Talking Politics. As a licensed therapist\, Britta specializes in guiding people through challenging conversations. Together\, we’ll build the tools to engage thoughtfully\, connect meaningfully\, and help heal our nation\, one conversation at a time.
URL:https://politicaljar.com/event/the-art-of-talking-politics/
LOCATION:St. Joe County Public Library\, 304 South Main Street\, Classroom A\, South Bend\, IN\, 46601\, United States
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SUMMARY:People Over Politics: Hinds County
DESCRIPTION:Join MSJW for a POP training\, together we can learn about the Mississippi state legislature and how everyday people can make a difference.\n\n\nPeople Over Politics: Hinds County Community Training\n \nEvent Overview\n\nDate: Saturday\, December 13\, 2025\nTime: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM CST\nLocation: Refill Jackson\,136 S Adams St\, Jackson\, MS 39203\nCost: Free (RSVP Required)\nBreakfast and lunch provided. Childcare available. Street parking accessible.\n\n \nEvent Description\nIt’s time for our government to put People Over Politics. \nJoin Mississippi for a Just World (MSJW) for our first People Over Politics (POP) community training in Hinds County. This program is a free\, comprehensive legislative advocacy workshop designed to empower everyday Mississippians to make a change in their state. \nIn this hands-on session\, participants will learn: \n\nHow laws are made in Mississippi\nHow to communicate effectively with legislators\nHow to hold public officials accountable\n\n \nAhead of the 2026 legislative session\, MSJW and our community partners are hosting a statewide series of POP workshops to equip Mississippians with the tools to advocate for justice\, equity\, and meaningful change. \n \nAs part of the training\, participants will receive: \n\nA People Over Politics Advocacy Workbook\nA comprehensive legislative advocacy training\nA free trip to the Mississippi Capitol during the legislative session to meet and advocate with state legislators on the issues that matter most to them\n\n \nThis is your opportunity to learn\, connect\, and build power together with Mississippians across the state. \n \nLogistics\n\nLocation: Refill Jackson\,136 S Adams St\, Jackson\, MS 39203\nDate: December 13\, 2025\nTime: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM\nBreakfast and lunch provided\nChildcare available\nStreet parking available\n\n \nWho Should Attend\nThis training is open to anyone who wants to: \n\nLearn how to effectively advocate for their community\nUnderstand the legislative process in Mississippi\nBuild relationships with other changemakers and advocates in our state\n\nNo prior experience needed. Just bring your passion and a desire to make a difference. \n \nAbout MSJW\nMississippi for a Just World (MSJW) is a humanitarian organization based in Mississippi that bridges the fight to build a more just world from the Deep South to the Global South. Our goal is to be a living\, breathing movement for human rights\, deeply rooted in the enduring legacy of Mississippi’s human liberation struggle. Across borders and cultures\, irrespective of our different political\, cultural\, and social backgrounds\, we are fighting for a world where every individual is empowered\, where justice prevails\, and where human dignity is non-negotiable. \nMSJW was born in 2024 in response to the growing Palestine solidarity movement in Mississippi. We sought to coordinate\, inform\, and resource the grassroots energy behind human rights movements and anti-war protests across the state. Today\, MSJW partners with local\, national\, and international organizations to train\, educate\, advocate\, research\, and base-build towards our shared liberation. \n \nSupport Our Work \nYour contributions help sustain our work from organizing for a Free Palestine to training new movement leaders and challenging unjust policies in Mississippi. Every dollar builds power. \nDonate Here \n \nJoin Our Community \nSign up for Updates and stay informed about actions\, events\, and ways to get involved. \n\nSign Up for Our Email List\nFollow us on Social Media\nVisit Our Website
URL:https://politicaljar.com/event/people-over-politics-hinds-county/
LOCATION:136 S Adams St\, 136 South Adams Street\, Jackson\, MS\, 39203\, United States
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DTSTAMP:20260403T102659
CREATED:20251213T033356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251213T150355Z
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SUMMARY:Supplemental Pool Call Time
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://politicaljar.com/event/supplemental-pool-call-time-4/
LOCATION:M&T Bank Stadium\, Baltimore
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251213T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251213T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T102659
CREATED:20251208T035857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T040024Z
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SUMMARY:Monthly (Inter)National Politics Club @ Manny's
DESCRIPTION:The (Inter)National Politics Club discusses current political news\, policy and more!  The  December topic will be U.S. Foreign Relations.
URL:https://politicaljar.com/event/monthly-international-politics-club-mannys/
LOCATION:Manny’s\, 3092 16th Street\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94103\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251213T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251213T120000
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CREATED:20251208T040639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T040639Z
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SUMMARY:Real Talk: Why Voting Matters!
DESCRIPTION:Join us in person for Real Talk: Why Voting Matters! and discover how your vote really makes a difference!\n\n\nReal Talk: Why Voting Matters!\nJoin us in person for a casual\, yet eye-opening chat about civic engagement and earn while you learn! In this opportunity\, you’ll dive into past elections in Missouri and Kansas\, discuss today’s most pressing topics across the United States\, and have the chance to engage directly with elected leaders. Participants will earn a $15 stipend for their involvement. This is a great way to learn about the political process\, make your voice heard\, and gain valuable civic knowledge.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
URL:https://politicaljar.com/event/real-talk-why-voting-matters/
LOCATION:Kansas City Public Library: Plaza Branch-Large Meeting Room\, 4801 Main Street\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64112\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T102659
CREATED:20251213T033356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251213T173422Z
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SUMMARY:In-Town Pool Call Time
DESCRIPTION:In-Town Pool
URL:https://politicaljar.com/event/in-town-pool-call-time-261/
LOCATION:The White House
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T170000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T042155Z
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SUMMARY:Camp Congress for Youth New Haven 2025
DESCRIPTION:It’s all civics & fun. Girls and boys study government\, run for office\, vote and convene a mock session of Congress to pass a bill.\n\n\nCamp Congress for Youth Dallas 2025 is a leadership program that introduces girls and boys to the United States political system. Camp begins with a lesson on the structure of our political system. Each student will choose to run for a seat in the US House of Representatives\, the US Senate or for the presidency. Students will create a campaign with a platform\, campaign finance plan\, and film a political ad. All campers will register to vote and then vote in an election. Once elected to Congress and sworn in\, the newly installed members of Congress will learn how to introduce a bill\, debate the merits of the bill\, lobby fellow legislators\, collaborate with the Executive branch and finally vote on the proposed bill. Camp will culminate with a ceremonial signing of the bill by our President. All participants will receive Certificate of Completion. \nFor additional information contact us at +1 866-277-2123 extension 1\, via email at info@girlsinpolitics.com or visit our website at www.girlsinpolitics.com. Ticketing options for girls ages 8-11 and 12-17. Please no solicitation emails or calls. We do not book speakers\, book vendors or recruit volunteers for events. \nFrequently Asked Questions \nIs this event a drop-off? All camps are drop-off unless parent participation is indicated. Parents may wait at the venue for the duration of the camp in any of the lounge or seating area throughout the hotel. The meeting room space capacity can only accommodate students and staff. \nIs the registration fee refundable? The registration fee is non-refundable unless the organizer cancels the session. If a participant is unable to attend a session a credit will be placed on file that may be used at any time for a future program. The credit does not expire. \nIs this a partisan program or supported by a political party? No\, the Girls in Politics Initiative is an independent organization that is self-funded through the fees generated from hosting sessions. The curriculum is civic education. \nIs financial assistance available? Due to rising costs associated with hosting events\, there is no financial assistance available for this event and there is no promo code for this event. \nWho are the instructors? Our Lead Instructors are women that currently or have previously worked in government or electoral politics. Our support staff are current or former licensed teachers. All instructors and support staff undergo background screening. All instructors and support staff are also in compliance with any local ordinances or state/provincial regulations applicable to those working with children.
URL:https://politicaljar.com/event/camp-congress-for-youth-new-haven-2025-2/
LOCATION:136 Marsh Hill Rd\, 136 Marsh Hill Road\, Orange\, CT\, 06477\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251213T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251213T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T102659
CREATED:20251208T041550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T041550Z
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SUMMARY:Depolarizing Conversations: Turning Arguments into Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Skills to prevent conversations from being arguments at family gatherings.\n\n\nThis free two-hour event aims to build skills that help prevent tense conversations from becoming arguments. These are especially helpful during these polarized times -with friends\, family members\, work colleagues\, at school\, and with those you encounter while leading civic renewal activities. These skills may also help holiday and family gatherings stay calm. \n*Tickets are Free\, Donations Help Use promo code BRAVER during registration to get a free ticket. Donations beyond the free ticket support Braver Angels\, 501(c)3. \nQuestions? Contact Kathy Dawes\, kdawes208@gmail.com \n** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org.
URL:https://politicaljar.com/event/depolarizing-conversations-turning-arguments-into-discussion/
LOCATION:1912 Center Friendship Hall\, 412 East 3rd Street\, Moscow\, ID\, 83843\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T102659
CREATED:20251208T034908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T034908Z
UID:35363-1765634400-1765645200@politicaljar.com
SUMMARY:Families and Politics
DESCRIPTION:Family relationships can be casualties of a toxic political environment.  Preserve important family bonds while staying true to your values.\n\n\nNote: This Free event is to be attended in person (Promo Code “BRAVER”). You will not need physical or virtual tickets in order to attend this event. \nFamily relationships can become casualties of a toxic political environment. Family members are having bitter political arguments\, avoiding each other\, or even cutting off lifetime relationships. \nIf you want to preserve important family bonds while still being true to your values and political beliefs\, this in-person workshop will offer you: \n\nInsight into why family differences over politics are uniquely challenging\nRecognition of common roles that family members play in political conversations\nStrategies and skills for handling family political differences in a constructive way\n\nAlthough the focus is on family relationships\, you can use learnings in this workshop with any loved one. You’ll laugh and have some fun in this workshop—it won’t be all serious. After all\, we all come from quirky families. \n*Tickets are Free\, Donations Help Use promo code BRAVER during registration to get a free ticket. Donations beyond the free ticket support Braver Angels\, 501(c)3. \nQuestions? Contact Aditi Jadhav at adi.j4000@gmail.com
URL:https://politicaljar.com/event/families-and-politics/
LOCATION:Shaw (Watha T. Daniel) Neighborhood Library\, 1630 7th Street Northwest\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T102659
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251213T190432Z
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SUMMARY:The President attends the Army - Navy Football Game
DESCRIPTION:In-Town Pool
URL:https://politicaljar.com/event/the-president-attends-the-army-navy-football-game/
LOCATION:M&T Bank Stadium\, Baltimore
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T102659
CREATED:20251013T041939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T042156Z
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SUMMARY:Camp Congress for Girls Albany NY 2025
DESCRIPTION:It’s all fun & civics at Camp Congress for Girls Albany NY 2025. Young leaders study government\, run for office & pass a bill.\n\n\nCamp Congress for Girls Albany 2025 is a leadership program that introduces girls to U.S. politics. Camp begins with a lesson on the structure of our political system. Each girl will choose to run for a seat in the US House of Representatives\, the US Senate or for the presidency. She will create her own campaign with a platform\, campaign finance plan\, and film a political ad. All campers will register to vote and then vote in an election. Once elected to Congress and sworn in\, the newly installed members of Congress will learn how to introduce a bill\, debate the merits of the bill\, lobby fellow legislators\, collaborate with the Executive branch and finally vote on the proposed bill. Camp will culminate with a ceremonial signing of the bill by our Ms. President. All participants will receive Certificate of Completion. Participating Girl Scouts qualify to earn a GS badge\, badges are not provided. \nFor additional information contact us at +1 866-277-2123 extension 1\, via email at info@girlsinpolitics.com or visit our website at www.girlsinpolitics.com. Ticketing options for girls ages 8-11 and 12-17. Please no solicitation emails or calls. We do not book speakers\, book vendors or recruit volunteers for events. \nFrequently Asked Questions \nIs this event a drop-off? All camps are drop-off unless parent participation is indicated. Parents may wait at the venue for the duration of the camp in any of the lounge or seating area throughout the hotel. The meeting room space capacity can only accommodate students and staff. \nIs the registration fee refundable? The registration fee is non-refundable unless the organizer cancels the session. If a participant is unable to attend a session a credit will be placed on file that may be used at any time for a future program. The credit does not expire. \nIs this a partisan program or supported by a political party? No\, the Girls in Politics Initiative is an independent organization that is self-funded through the fees generated from hosting sessions. The curriculum is civic education. \nIs financial assistance available? Due to rising costs associated with hosting events\, there is no financial assistance available for this event and there is no promo code for this event. \nWho are the instructors? Our Lead Instructors are women that currently or have previously worked in government or electoral politics. Our support staffers are current or former licensed teachers. All instructors and support staff undergo background screening. All instructors and support staff are also in compliance with any local ordinances or state/provincial regulations applicable to those working with children.
URL:https://politicaljar.com/event/camp-congress-for-girls-albany-ny-2025-2/
LOCATION:189 Wolf Rd\, 189 Wolf Road\, Albany\, NY\, 12205\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T102659
CREATED:20251213T033358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251214T164857Z
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SUMMARY:In-Town Pool Call Time
DESCRIPTION:In-Town Pool
URL:https://politicaljar.com/event/in-town-pool-call-time-262/
LOCATION:The White House
CATEGORIES:Presidents Schedule
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T124500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T124500
DTSTAMP:20260403T102659
CREATED:20251213T033358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251214T171950Z
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SUMMARY:The President and First Lady deliver remarks at a Christmas Reception
DESCRIPTION:Closed Press
URL:https://politicaljar.com/event/the-president-and-first-lady-deliver-remarks-at-a-christmas-reception/
LOCATION:The White House
CATEGORIES:Presidents Schedule
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T102659
CREATED:20251013T041939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T042157Z
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SUMMARY:Camp Congress for Youth Albany 2025
DESCRIPTION:It’s all civics & fun. Girls and boys study government\, run for office\, vote and convene a mock session of Congress to pass a bill.\n\n\nCamp Congress for Youth Albany NY 2025 is a leadership program that introduces girls and boys to the United States political system. Camp begins with a lesson on the structure of our political system. Each student will choose to run for a seat in the US House of Representatives\, the US Senate or for the presidency. Students will create a campaign with a platform\, campaign finance plan\, and film a political ad. All campers will register to vote and then vote in an election. Once elected to Congress and sworn in\, the newly installed members of Congress will learn how to introduce a bill\, debate the merits of the bill\, lobby fellow legislators\, collaborate with the Executive branch and finally vote on the proposed bill. Camp will culminate with a ceremonial signing of the bill by our President. All participants will receive Certificate of Completion. \nFor additional information contact us at +1 866-277-2123 extension 1\, via email at info@girlsinpolitics.com or visit our website at www.girlsinpolitics.com. Ticketing options for students ages 8-11 and 12-17. Please no solicitation emails or calls. We do not book speakers\, book vendors or recruit volunteers for events. \nFrequently Asked Questions \nIs this event a drop-off? All camps are drop-off unless parent participation is indicated. Parents may wait at the venue for the duration of the camp in any of the lounge or seating area throughout the hotel. The meeting room space capacity can only accommodate students and staff. \nIs the registration fee refundable? The registration fee is non-refundable unless the organizer cancels the session. If a participant is unable to attend a session a credit will be placed on file that may be used at any time for a future program. The credit does not expire. \nIs this a partisan program or supported by a political party? No\, the Girls in Politics Initiative is an independent organization that is self-funded through the fees generated from hosting sessions. The curriculum is civic education. \nIs financial assistance available? Due to rising costs associated with hosting events\, there is no financial assistance available for this event and there is no promo code for this event. \nWho are the instructors? Our Lead Instructors are women that currently or have previously worked in government or electoral politics. Our support staffers are current or former licensed teachers. All instructors and support staff undergo background screening. All instructors and support staff are also in compliance with any local ordinances or state/provincial regulations applicable to those working with children.
URL:https://politicaljar.com/event/camp-congress-for-youth-albany-2025-2/
LOCATION:189 Wolf Rd\, 189 Wolf Road\, Albany\, NY\, 12205\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T171500
DTSTAMP:20260403T102659
CREATED:20251213T033405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251214T214913Z
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SUMMARY:The President and First Lady deliver remarks at a Christmas Reception
DESCRIPTION:Closed Press
URL:https://politicaljar.com/event/the-president-and-first-lady-deliver-remarks-at-a-christmas-reception-2/
LOCATION:The White House
CATEGORIES:Presidents Schedule
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251215T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251215T090000
DTSTAMP:20260403T102659
CREATED:20251215T031932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T135009Z
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SUMMARY:In-Town Pool Call Time
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://politicaljar.com/event/in-town-pool-call-time-263/
LOCATION:The White House
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251215T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251215T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T102659
CREATED:20251215T031933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T194857Z
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SUMMARY:The President participates in a Mexican Border Defense Medal Presentation
DESCRIPTION:White House Press Pool
URL:https://politicaljar.com/event/the-president-participates-in-a-mexican-border-defense-medal-presentation/
LOCATION:Oval Office
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251215T161500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251215T161500
DTSTAMP:20260403T102659
CREATED:20251215T031934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T204918Z
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SUMMARY:The President participates in a Christmas Reception
DESCRIPTION:Closed Press
URL:https://politicaljar.com/event/the-president-participates-in-a-christmas-reception/
LOCATION:State Floor
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251215T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251215T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T102659
CREATED:20251208T040923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T040923Z
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SUMMARY:Tomorrow's News Today: Reporting on Futures that Haven't Happened Yet
DESCRIPTION:Strategic futurist Jason Tester pioneered “speculative journalism”—rigorous\, researched reporting on high-probability high-stakes futures.\n\n\nWhen the news moves faster than we can process it\, how do we grasp what any of it actually means for our lives? Strategic futurist Jason Tester has pioneered an answer: “speculative journalism”—rigorous\, researched reporting on high-probability high-stakes futures before they materialize. The goal? Making the inconceivable feel inevitable before it’s too late to change course. \nHis project\, One Big Beautiful Aftermath: Dispatches from Near-Future America\, translates the sprawling “One Big Beautiful Bill” into visceral\, human stories\, revealing its plausible impacts on everyday Americans in the coming years. His other groundbreaking scenario\, Insurrection: An American Future\, has proved disturbingly prescient—published in January 2025\, months before federal forces were deployed to Los Angeles\, Washington D.C.\, Chicago\, and Memphis\, it depicts a military occupation of San Francisco’s streets. \nThis work isn’t just about sounding the alarm. We need more voices creating these futures—both the ones we fear and the ones we hope for. Join Jason in conversation with Michelle Meow to explore how speculative journalism can strengthen democracy\, the role generative AI plays in democratizing who gets to tell these stories\, and why bringing tomorrow’s realities into today’s conversation might be our most powerful tool for shaping what comes next. \nAbout the Speaker \nJason Tester is a strategic futurist and speculative designer whose work explores the human consequences of political\, technological and social transformation. For more than two decades\, he has used visual and immersive storytelling to make future possibilities more understandable and resonant for numerous companies\, nonprofit organizations\, and governments around the world. A former research director at the Institute for the Future in Palo Alto\, Tester is a leading figure in the field of speculative design and a fierce advocate for democratizing futurism. Based in San Francisco for more than two decades and deeply rooted in the city’s LGBTQ+ community\, his work has been featured in The New York Times\, The Wall Street Journal\, Wired\, and on MSNBC and CNN. \nAll ticket sales are final and nonrefundable. \nSPEAKERS \nJason Tester\, Futurist; Creator\, One Big Beautiful Aftermath: Dispatches from Near-Future America and Insurrection: An American Future \nIn Conversation with Michelle Meow\, Producer and Host\, “The Michelle Meow Show\,” KPIX+; Member\, Commonwealth Club World Affairs of California Board of Governors \n5:30 p.m. doors open & check-in6-7 p.m. program(all times Pacific Time) \nSpeaker photo and main image by and courtesy the speaker.
URL:https://politicaljar.com/event/tomorrows-news-today-reporting-on-futures-that-havent-happened-yet/
LOCATION:The Commonwealth Club\, 110 The Embarcadero\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94105\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251215T201500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251215T201500
DTSTAMP:20260403T102659
CREATED:20251215T031935Z
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SUMMARY:The President participates in a Christmas Reception
DESCRIPTION:Closed Press
URL:https://politicaljar.com/event/the-president-participates-in-a-christmas-reception-2/
LOCATION:State Floor
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251216T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251216T083000
DTSTAMP:20260403T102659
CREATED:20250125T191810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250222T090152Z
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SUMMARY:U.S. Import and Export Price Indexes
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://politicaljar.com/event/u-s-import-and-export-price-indexes-11/
LOCATION:Washington\, DC
CATEGORIES:BLS,IMPORTANT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251216T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251216T090000
DTSTAMP:20260403T102659
CREATED:20251216T023408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T133417Z
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SUMMARY:In-Town Pool Call Time
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://politicaljar.com/event/in-town-pool-call-time-264/
LOCATION:TX
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251216T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251216T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T102659
CREATED:20251208T034343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T034343Z
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SUMMARY:Understanding the Conflict in Sudan
DESCRIPTION:.\n\n\nFor more than two years\, Sudan has been in the throes of a violent civil war following attempted civil-military rule. Fighting has been intense between the Sudanese army and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF)\, a paramilitary group with origins in the Janjaweed militia that was previously accused of atrocities in the war-ravaged Darfur region. \nThe war has been taking on a new dimension as additional actors have appeared on the geopolitical scene. Countries such as Egypt\, Turkey\, Iran\, Qatar\, Russia\, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have all been accused of supporting one side or the other of the conflict depending on their strategic interests. Join Perry World House as we seek to explain some of the background of this entrenched conflict\, who the key players are and what are their motivations in Sudan\, and what we expect to see in the short-\, medium-\, and long-term. \n\n\n \nSPEAKERS\nAli B. Ali-Dinar is a Senior Lecturer at the Department of Africana Studies. Dr. Dinar obtained his B.A. and M.A. from University of Khartoum\, Sudan\, and his Ph.D. in Folklore and Folklife from University of Pennsylvania. \nHis research interests include Sudanese popular culture\, the politics of identity\, and the history of colonial and post-colonial Africa. Among the courses he taught are: “African Conflicts”\, “Sudanese Arabic I\, II”\, “Reading Historical Arabic Manuscripts”\, “The Darfur Conflict”\, “Sudan Civil Wars”\, “Dress and Material Culture.” \nHis publications include: “Historical Perspective on Darfur Geopolitical Status in the Context of Modern Sudan “\, in Darfur Political Economy: A Quest for Development\, Hamid Eltgani Ali (ed)\, forthcoming 2011\, “The Darfur Conflict: A Natural Process or War by Design?”\, in: Darfur and the Crisis of Governance in Sudan: A Critical Reader\, Salah M. Hassan & Carina E. Ray (Eds.)\, Cornell University Press\, 2009. \nMark Malloch-Brown has had a long career in international affairs\, development\, business\, and communications. At the United Nations\, Mark Malloch-Brown led the global promotion of the UN Millennium Development Goals as head of the UN Development Programme (UNDP). At the UNDP\, and previously as vice president of external affairs at the World Bank\, he led reform efforts to increase the impact of both organisations. He later served as Kofi Annan’s chief of staff\, and then as UN Deputy Secretary General\, before joining the British government of Prime Minister Gordon Brown\, as minister responsible for Africa and Asia from 2007 to 2009. Most recently\, he was president of the Open Society Foundations\, the world’s largest private funder of independent groups working for justice\, democratic governance\, and human rights. Mark Malloch-Brown is a Visiting Professor in Practice at the London School of Economics (LSE)\, he was knighted for his contributions to international affairs\, and is currently on leave from the British House of Lords. \n \nMODERATOR\nMarie Harf comes to Penn with two decades of varied experience in the U.S. federal government\, higher education\, media\, and politics. Previously she worked as senior advisor for strategic communications to U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry and deputy spokesperson for the U.S. Department of State\, as the foreign policy director on Barack Obama’s 2012 re-election campaign\, and as a Middle East analyst and spokesperson at the Central Intelligence Agency. She has also held senior roles at Georgetown University’s School of Foreign Service and for Congressman Seth Moulton’s political organization. Since 2017\, Harf has been an on-air commentator for Fox News. She holds a bachelor’s degree in political science from Indiana University with concentrations in Jewish Studies and Russian and Eastern European Studies\, and a master’s degree in foreign affairs from the University of Virginia.
URL:https://politicaljar.com/event/understanding-the-conflict-in-sudan/
LOCATION:Perry World House\, 3803 Locust Walk\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19104\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251216T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T102659
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SUMMARY:"Smartphone Democracy" (Francois Brochet) book discussion
DESCRIPTION:This book explains how 20th century “representative democracy” changed into 21st century “direct democracy” in Europe. NYC also just changed\n\n\nIf you have noticed that smartphones have radically changed our social activity over the last two decades\, do you think that smartphones have radically changed our political activity as well? Francois Brochet does. In Smartphone Democracy\, he carefully deconstructs patterns of smartphone use as well as their effects on political systems. He concludes that no matter how hard we try\, 21st-century political processes cannot be replaced by the previous 20th-century norms that were used to generate the familiar patterns of our representative democracies. \n \nWe have slowly developed new habits that derive from our quick reactions to smartphones. Over a couple of decades\, these habits have made voting on a yearly (or four-year basis) too slow for the multitudes. The result is a political change seen in the phenomenal growth of global populist movements often characterized by millions of internet users liking\, sharing\, tweeting\, “truthing”\, re-tweeting\, or “re-truthing” their preferences. And all of this informational sharing is under the control of a charismatic leader whose data analysts help shape decisions made by governments. \n \nThe iphones and social platforms that were invented in the early 2000’s quickly spread throughout the world. There are currently 7.4b smartphones in use and 5.4b social media users worldwide. Beginning in 2007\, Barack Obama and his knowledgeable tech team first used only texting to collect 2.2m volunteers who then interacted with 10 million voters. This resulted in his gaining 3 million donors and a vast majority of support among both 18-30 year-old voters and Black/Hispanic voters which led to his victory in the 2008 presidential election. His “Yes We Can” slogan was picked up in Spain by the Podermos (meaning “We Can”) movement in 2014 and by the end of 2015 that left-wing populist movement won 20.7% of the Spanish votes cast (5.1m) using digital techniques. \nSince 2002\, populist politics have been developing and spreading through many countries. In Italy and Hungary\, the voting for the populist leaders is currently larger than the voting for the traditional parties’ leaders (58% and 54% in 2022). \nIn the United States\, populism is usually thought of as a right-wing phenomena (based on the use of social media platforms by the Republican party)\, but on November 5th Zohran Mamdani’s left-wing populism made him the new mayor of New York (a city with more economic power than Canada). He gathered 104\,000 volunteers who made 4.4m phone calls and knocked on 3.1m doors which led him to obtain just over 1m votes and win the election. A few days later\, he used Blue Sky Social to collect 50\,000 resumes so that he could hire people for his upcoming mayoral administration. \nAdditionally\, California Governor Gavin Newsom began to use left-wing populism based on social platforms last summer. At first he just imitated the Trump tweet-clash style using all capital letters\, but since then his Press Office team has been maintaining a constant presence on Twitter/X and he has now become the leading contender for the 2026 elections. \nThe “smartphone democracy” methods that Brochet describes have become standardized wherever they are used and are fairly easy to understand. They are best summarized in another book (The Engineers of Chaos: How the engineers of chaos multiply anger and frustration using their algorithms by Da Empoli\, 2025) which offers a quick and somewhat blunt analysis: \n“A process of microtargeting is used to mine anger and resentment about certain political topics which then get channeled into political energy. \nEmotional content is prioritized over rational discourse on the platforms which then amplify polarization and replace traditional political debate with strong emotions like anger\, fear\, and resentment (often about hot topics like immigration). \nThe logic of the political actions which become catalyzed by the platforms involves three simple operations: \n1) identify both hot topics and fractures that divide public opinion\, \n2) push the most extreme positions and make them clash with each other\, and \n3) project this confrontation back onto the public as a whole. \nThese three operations then generate anger and frustration which overheat the general atmosphere.” \n \nThis book discussion will offer a 25-minute presentation about the ideas in Smartphone Democracy with questions and comments invited. The remaining time will be devoted to breakout groups and a general discussion. Join us for an engaging experience.
URL:https://politicaljar.com/event/smartphone-democracy-francois-brochet-book-discussion/
LOCATION:TX
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