BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Political Jar - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Political Jar X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://politicaljar.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Political Jar REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20270314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20271107T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Denver BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20250309T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20251102T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20260308T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20261101T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20270314T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20271107T080000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260120T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260120T090000 DTSTAMP:20260403T165420 CREATED:20260120T060353Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T134926Z UID:39335-1768899600-1768899600@politicaljar.com SUMMARY:In-Town Pool Call Time DESCRIPTION:In-Town Pool URL:https://politicaljar.com/event/in-town-pool-call-time-282/ LOCATION:The White House END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260120T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260120T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T165420 CREATED:20251208T040929Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T041924Z UID:35500-1768910400-1768914000@politicaljar.com SUMMARY:The Race for Governor 2026: Steve Hilton DESCRIPTION:Come meet the candidate\, hear his vision for California\, and ask your questions before you cast your vote for California’s next governor.\n\n\nAuthor\, entrepreneur\, and Fox News contributor Steve Hilton says he’s running for California governor to address the housing crisis\, high taxes and the “staggering incompetence of Democrat one-party rule.” He’s not embracing the Republican label\, instead calling his campaign nonpartisan. \nBorn in the United Kingdom to Hungarian parents who fled communism\, Hilton worked in politics\, advertising\, and business before becoming head of strategy for former British Prime Minister David Cameron. But he’s probably best known in the United States for hosting the Fox News Channel show “The Next Revolution.” His books include Good Business: Your World Needs You and More Human: Designing a World Where People Come First. \nHilton joins Commonwealth Club World Affairs as part of our “Race for Governor 2026” series of candidate forums. Come meet the candidate\, hear his vision for California\, and ask your questions before you cast your vote for California’s next governor. \nNotes \nAttendees subject to search. No large bags or backpacks. \nSpeakers \nSteve Hilton\, Candidate for California Governor \nModerator: Melissa Caen\, Attorney; Legal and Political Analyst \n11:30 a.m. doors open & check-in12–1 p.m. program(all times Pacific Time) \nPhoto courtesy the speaker. \nCommonwealth Club World Affairs is a public forum. Any views expressed in our programs are those of the speakers and not of Commonwealth Club World Affairs. \nAll ticket sales are final and nonrefundable. URL:https://politicaljar.com/event/the-race-for-governor-2026-steve-hilton/ LOCATION:The Commonwealth Club\, 110 The Embarcadero\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94105\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://politicaljar.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/a37cca4fddde18cd469dc4cf74b1b3a6.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260120T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260120T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T165420 CREATED:20260120T060353Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T173400Z UID:39336-1768914000-1768914000@politicaljar.com SUMMARY:Press Briefing by Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt DESCRIPTION:Out-of-Town Travel Pool URL:https://politicaljar.com/event/press-briefing-by-press-secretary-karoline-leavitt-2/ LOCATION:James S. Brady Press Briefing Room END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260120T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260120T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T165420 CREATED:20260120T060353Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T194937Z UID:39337-1768921200-1768921200@politicaljar.com SUMMARY:The President participates in Signing Time DESCRIPTION:Closed Press URL:https://politicaljar.com/event/the-president-participates-in-signing-time-2/ LOCATION:Oval Office END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260120T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260120T190000 DTSTAMP:20260403T165420 CREATED:20251208T040932Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T002015Z UID:35502-1768932000-1768935600@politicaljar.com SUMMARY:Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel: Eat Your Ice Cream DESCRIPTION:Emanuel says that life isn’t a competition to live the longest; he also says that “wellness” should not be difficult.\n\n\nAmericans are confronted with a wealth of sources of often questionable information about how to live better and longer. From the “Wellness Industrial Complex” to weak health reporting to faddish influencers\, there is a lot of information and misinformation confusing people about some of the most important things about their bodies. How do we know what really matters the most to our health and longevity? What is the most robust and actionable evidence? And what is the junk you can just skip? \nJoin us for a return visit to the Club from Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel\, M.D.\, Ph.D. \nEmanuel\, a bioethicist\, health policy expert\, advisor to presidents\, oncologist\, professor\, writer\, cyclist and chocolatier\, has assembled simple but high-impact and evidence-based guidelines for issues people ask about: Alcohol consumption\, food and nutrition\, sleep\, mental acuity\, exercise\, and social engagement. That is the subject of his latest book\, Eat Your Ice Cream\, in which he guides people to what really matters for well-being. \nEmanuel says that life isn’t a competition to live the longest; he also says that “wellness” should not be difficult. Come learn this doctor’s prescription for a healthy\, balanced life. \nSPEAKERS \nDr. Ezekiel Emanuel\, Bioethicist; Oncologist; Vice Provost and Professor\, University of Pennsylvania; Author\, Eat Your Ice Cream: Six Simple Rules for a Long and Healthy Life \nIn Conversation with DJ Patil\, Former U.S. Chief Data Scientist\, General Partner\, GreatPoint Ventures\, Member\, Commonwealth Club World Affairs of California Board of Governors \n5:30 p.m. doors open & check-in6–7 p.m. program7 p.m. book signing(all times Pacific Time) \nEmanuel photo by Sarah Miller. URL:https://politicaljar.com/event/dr-ezekiel-emanuel-eat-your-ice-cream/ LOCATION:The Commonwealth Club\, 110 The Embarcadero\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94105\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://politicaljar.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/b971e9b056ac8b7ec52a5d0b2aa9d953.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260120T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260120T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T165420 CREATED:20260120T060354Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T004914Z UID:39338-1768939200-1768939200@politicaljar.com SUMMARY:Out-of-Town Pool Call Time DESCRIPTION:Out-of-Town Pool URL:https://politicaljar.com/event/out-of-town-pool-call-time-31/ LOCATION:Joint Base Andrews END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T081000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T081000 DTSTAMP:20260403T165420 CREATED:20260120T050356Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T130420Z UID:39311-1768983000-1768983000@politicaljar.com SUMMARY:The President participates in a Greeting with World Economic Forum Leadership DESCRIPTION:Closed Press URL:https://politicaljar.com/event/the-president-participates-in-a-greeting-with-world-economic-forum-leadership/ LOCATION:Davos Congress Centre\, Switzerland CATEGORIES:Presidents Schedule END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T083000 DTSTAMP:20260403T165420 CREATED:20260120T050356Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T130420Z UID:39312-1768984200-1768984200@politicaljar.com SUMMARY:The President delivers a Special Address to the World Economic Forum DESCRIPTION:Out-of-Town Travel Pool URL:https://politicaljar.com/event/the-president-delivers-a-special-address-to-the-world-economic-forum/ LOCATION:Davos Congress Centre\, Switzerland CATEGORIES:Presidents Schedule END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T104500 DTSTAMP:20260403T165420 CREATED:20260121T003919Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T003919Z UID:39611-1768986000-1768992300@politicaljar.com SUMMARY:SNG Live: Government Efficiency 2026 DESCRIPTION:Join agency leaders and industry experts at SNG Live: Government Efficiency on January 21\, 2026!\n\n\nAs agencies face mounting pressure to do more with less\, government leaders are turning to technology and innovation to streamline operations and improve performance. SNG Live: Government Efficiency will convene federal technology leaders to explore how automation\, AI\, and other emerging innovations are transforming the way government works. Attendees will hear firsthand how agencies are reducing redundancies\, cutting costs\, and accelerating outcomes — while delivering better\, faster services to the public. URL:https://politicaljar.com/event/sng-live-government-efficiency-2026/ LOCATION:Scoop News Group\, 2001 K Street Northwest\, #1411\, Washington\, DC\, 20006\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://politicaljar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/383c1b99c1a5bd60de3203a743777142.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T094500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T094500 DTSTAMP:20260403T165420 CREATED:20260120T050356Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T143453Z UID:39313-1768988700-1768988700@politicaljar.com SUMMARY:The President participates in Meetings with Foreign Leaders DESCRIPTION:Closed Press URL:https://politicaljar.com/event/the-president-participates-in-meetings-with-foreign-leaders/ LOCATION:Davos Congress Centre\, Switzerland CATEGORIES:Presidents Schedule END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T112500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T112500 DTSTAMP:20260403T165420 CREATED:20260120T050356Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T160401Z UID:39314-1768994700-1768994700@politicaljar.com SUMMARY:The President participates in a Reception with Business Leaders DESCRIPTION:Out-of-Town Travel Pool URL:https://politicaljar.com/event/the-president-participates-in-a-reception-with-business-leaders/ LOCATION:Davos Congress Centre\, Switzerland CATEGORIES:Presidents Schedule END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260121T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260121T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T165420 CREATED:20260121T002507Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T002507Z UID:39516-1768996800-1769000400@politicaljar.com SUMMARY:The Year Ahead for the California Legislature DESCRIPTION:Join us in Sacramento on 1/21 for lunch and a discussion about California’s future.\n\n\nThe Year Ahead for the California Legislature\nHow can California legislators work across the aisle to solve our state’s most pressing issues? Join PPIC president and CEO Tani Cantil-Sakauye for a wide-ranging conversation with Assembly Republican Leader Heath Flora and Democratic Assemblymember José Luis Solache\, Jr. \nThe event will be livestreamed on the PPIC website here. \nThe event will also be livestreamed to PPIC’s YouTube Page. \n————————————————\nSign-up to receive email invitations for upcoming PPIC events. \nTo learn how to support PPIC\, visit the PPIC website. URL:https://politicaljar.com/event/the-year-ahead-for-the-california-legislature/ LOCATION:Sheraton Grand Sacramento\, Grand Nave Ballroom\, 1230 J Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95814\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://politicaljar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/e71f92e507d0e607a3876ce8de854279.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T165420 CREATED:20260120T221927Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T173403Z UID:39428-1769000400-1769000400@politicaljar.com SUMMARY:The President sits for an interview with Joe Kernan on CNBC's 'The Exchange' betwen 1:00 pm and 2:00 pm Eastern DESCRIPTION:Out-of-Town Travel Pool URL:https://politicaljar.com/event/the-president-sits-for-an-interview-with-joe-kernan-on-cnbcs-the-exchange-betwen-100-pm-and-200-pm-eastern/ LOCATION:Davos Congress Centre\, Switzerland CATEGORIES:Presidents Schedule END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T165420 CREATED:20260107T034940Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T034940Z UID:38216-1769007600-1769011200@politicaljar.com SUMMARY:Reimagining the Future of Global Development DESCRIPTION:.\n\n\nThe shuttering of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) this year marked the end of an era in global development\, threatening the livelihood of millions of vulnerable people. For decades\, development initiatives resourced by USAID\, as well as many other countries\, helped expand health care\, education\, and economic opportunity worldwide. Despite its flaws\, the system\, which leveraged multilateral institutions and civil society organizations\, worked to alleviate suffering\, reduce poverty\, and save lives. \nYet\, even before USAID’s closure\, this system for development was increasingly under strain and critique. Governments were shifting resources toward hard security as well as disaster response\, from pandemics\, to wars\, to climate catastrophes. At the same time\, multilateral institutions struggled to adapt to new economic and political realities that impacted on development approaches that could not always assure equitable partnership or long-term outcomes. \nWith important gains at risk and lives at stake\, today’s moment calls for a reimagining of the development paradigm. Join Perry World House for a conversation with His Excellency Lord Malloch-Brown\, former UN Deputy Secretary-General\, on what shape the future of development might take – and how the world might do better. \nSpeakers \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. URL:https://politicaljar.com/event/reimagining-the-future-of-global-development/ LOCATION:Perry World House\, 3803 Locust Walk\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19104\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://politicaljar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/2ed2db27d209559e177405245ecba101.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260121T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260121T171500 DTSTAMP:20260403T165420 CREATED:20260121T002302Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T002302Z UID:39499-1769011200-1769015700@politicaljar.com SUMMARY:Revolution & Revenge from the 1950s to Now: A Conversation with Paul Starr DESCRIPTION:Join acclaimed Princeton sociologist and Pulitzer Prize-winning author Paul Starr for a discussion on his new book\, American Contradiction.\n\n\nThis event is co-sponsored by the Goldman School of Public Policy\, the Institute of Governmental Studies\, the Berkeley Economy & Society Initiative\, and the Berkeley Social Science Matrix. \n \nHow did Americans come to elect Barack Obama—and then Donald Trump? In his new book\, American Contradiction\, acclaimed Princeton sociologist and Pulitzer Prize-winning author Paul Starr offers a sweeping account of how we arrived at this moment\, tracing U.S. history from the 1950s to the present. Drawing on the intertwined stories of progressive movements and the powerful reactions they provoked\, Starr explores how struggles over race\, gender\, rights\, and economic inequality have reshaped—and polarized—the nation. \nJoin Starr and GSPP Associate Professor Jake Grumbach for an illuminating discussion of the deep tensions between a rapidly changing people and the institutions that resist that change\, and what this means for the future of American democracy. \n \nThis event is part of the Goldman School of Public Policy’s Democracy Book Club series\, which features authors whose work enriches our understanding of democracy by examining the institutions\, policies\, and civic traditions that shape democratic life. \n \n—– \n \nFor disability-related accommodations\, please contact the access coordinator in advance of the event: Elisabeth Mart\, elismart@berkeley.edu URL:https://politicaljar.com/event/revolution-revenge-from-the-1950s-to-now-a-conversation-with-paul-starr/ LOCATION:Social Sciences Building\, Social Science Matrix\, 820 Social Sciences Building Berkeley\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94720\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://politicaljar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/1c20f42b25cd2b4a576fcef47def65d6.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T165420 CREATED:20251020T162927Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T000607Z UID:31505-1769014800-1769018400@politicaljar.com SUMMARY:Artificial General Intelligence: America's Next National Security Frontier DESCRIPTION:Join IWP alumni Mark Beall and Brendan Steinhauser as they discuss AI’s growing impact on America’s national security and global stability.\n\n\nAbout the Lecture: \nThis lecture will discuss the dangers that advanced AI would pose to the United States\, the world\, and humanity if developed and deployed without proper safeguards. These dangers would include its impact on our economy\, geopolitical relations\, and our national security. \n\n\n \nAbout the Speaker: \nBrendan Steinhauser is a Partner with Steinhauser Strategies\, a public affairs firm based in Austin\, Texas. He graduated Phi Beta Kappa with a B.A. in Government from The University of Texas in 2004 and earned his M.A. in Statecraft and International Affairs from The Institute of World Politics in 2013.Brendan served as an adjunct professor of Political Science and Global Studies at St. Edward’s University in Austin\, where he taught courses on Global Issues and State & Local Government. He has been published in the peer-reviewed academic journal\, The Journal of South Texas.‍Brendan has led campaigns for candidates and causes in more than 40 states\, including for Senator John Cornyn\, Congressman Michael McCaul\, and Congressman Dan Crenshaw. TIME magazine named Brendan as one of “40 Under 40” rising stars in American politics. Campaigns & Elections magazine awarded him a “Rising Star” award in 2012. Former U.S. House Majority Leader Dick Armey called working with Brendan one of the highlights of his career.Over the years\, Brendan has worked as a Director of Federal and State Campaigns\, Communications Director\, and Chief Strategy Officer of various nonprofit organizations. He is a frequent media commentator and has appeared on Fox News\, Comedy Central\, MSNBC\, CNN\, the BBC\, NewsNation\, and Newsmax. He has also been quoted in The New York Times\, The Washington Post\, The Wall Street Journal\, and many more newspapers\, magazines\, books\, and journals.Some of his clients have included the Republican Party of Texas\, Texas Right to Life\, State Senator Angela Paxton\, and the War Veterans Fund.Brendan serves as a First Lieutenant and Company Commander in the Texas State Guard\, the premier state defense and emergency response force in the U.S. He graduated from Officer Candidate School and received his commission in 2021\, at the age of 39. He earned a certificate in Counterintelligence Awareness from the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency of the U.S. Department of Defense. \n \nMark Beall is a leading expert at the intersection of AI policy and national security. After serving as the inaugural Pentagon AI Policy Director at the Department of Defense’s Joint AI Center\, he became the Senior Advisor at the AI Policy Network\, an organization that builds bipartisan support for legislation that will help the United States prepare for the future capabilities of AI systems.Beall also co-founded Gladstone AI\, an entity that advocates for the responsible development of AI and guardrails to protect the country against national security threats from AI. He has publicly spoken on these issues numerous times through speeches\, interviews\, and more\, and is a voice critical in the mission to prioritize security in the development of AI.Beall holds a BA in Physics from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and an MA in Statecraft and National Security from the Institute of World Politics. URL:https://politicaljar.com/event/artificial-general-intelligence-americas-next-national-security-frontier/ LOCATION:The Institute of World Politics\, 1521 16th Street Northwest\, Washington\, DC\, 20036\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://politicaljar.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/aa90b575587c48f32a7cfa7f11cd1d0f.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260121T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260121T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T165420 CREATED:20251111T193154Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T031658Z UID:33048-1769016600-1769025600@politicaljar.com SUMMARY:A Nonpartisan Political Conversation with Thad Kousser DESCRIPTION:UCSD Political Science Professor Thad Kousser will discuss nonpartisanship in the 2026 election year\n\n\nIn a time when our national political life is increasingly hyper-partisan\, the League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan organization. What is the role for the LWV in this context?  What are the needs in 2026 as we move towards a major November election?  How can we promote productive local and national conversation? \n \nOn January 21\, 2026 at 5:30pm\, we will have a LWV dinner at Elijah’s and hear discussion on this topic from Thad Kousser\, a well-known Professor of Political Science at UCSD since 2003 who studies American state and national politics\, voting reforms\, direct democracy\, and how politicians use social media.  \n \nThad is now co-Director of UC San Diego’s Yankelovich Center for Social Science Research which is dedicated to crafting practical solutions to our nation’s most pressing social problems. He has also recently received a grant to address the problems with trust in American elections. \nJoin us for dinner and time together as LWVSD members as we begin a new calendar year. The cost for dinner will be $35. \nRegistration will close on Sunday\, January 18\, 2026 at 8pm. URL:https://politicaljar.com/event/a-nonpartisan-political-conversation-with-thad-kousser/ LOCATION:Elijah’s Restaurant\, 7061 Clairemont Mesa Boulevard\, San Diego\, CA\, 92111\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://politicaljar.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/6d4cbd3a7940c78d478daff608c6d97c.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T230000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T230000 DTSTAMP:20260403T165420 CREATED:20260120T050356Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T034904Z UID:39315-1769036400-1769036400@politicaljar.com SUMMARY:Out-of-Town Travel Pool Call Time DESCRIPTION:Out-of-Town Travel Pool URL:https://politicaljar.com/event/out-of-town-travel-pool-call-time-103/ LOCATION:AlpenGold Hotel\, Davos\, Switzerland CATEGORIES:Presidents Schedule END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T235959 DTSTAMP:20260403T165420 CREATED:20260120T060406Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T183403Z UID:39345-1769040000-1769126399@politicaljar.com SUMMARY:TBD: The President departs Davos\, Switzerland\, en route The White House DESCRIPTION:Out-of-Town Pool URL:https://politicaljar.com/event/tbd-the-president-departs-davos-switzerland-en-route-the-white-house/ LOCATION:Davos Congress Centre\, Switzerland CATEGORIES:Presidents Schedule END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T043000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T043000 DTSTAMP:20260403T165420 CREATED:20260120T060408Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T091903Z UID:39347-1769056200-1769056200@politicaljar.com SUMMARY:The President participates in the Board of Peace Charter Announcement DESCRIPTION:Pre-Credentialed Media URL:https://politicaljar.com/event/the-president-participates-in-the-board-of-peace-charter-announcement/ LOCATION:Davos Congress Centre\, Switzerland CATEGORIES:Presidents Schedule END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260122T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260122T093000 DTSTAMP:20260403T165420 CREATED:20260121T002858Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T002858Z UID:39530-1769067000-1769074200@politicaljar.com SUMMARY:Annual Legislative Preview Breakfast: Power and Policy 2026 DESCRIPTION:Join the Economic Development Association for Black Communities (EDABC) for our 3rd Annual Legislative Preview Breakfast\n\n\nThe Economic Development Association for Black Communities (EDABC) is honored to host our 3rd Annual \nLegislative Preview Breakfast: \nPower & Policy 2026 – Building a New Social Contract \nThis event convenes community members\, business leaders\, grassroots organizers\, and policymakers for a critical dialogue on the priorities and policies shaping the 2026 legislative session. Together\, we will explore strategies to advance inclusive economic growth and strengthen the social and economic well-being of Colorado’s Black communities. \nAt EDABC\, we are committed to advancing innovative and equitable economic development across Metro Denver through three pillars of focus: \n\nWorkforce Development (Talent)\nBusiness Attraction\, Retention\, and Growth (Business)\nPolicy and Advocacy (Policy)\n\nThe Legislative Breakfast provides an opportunity to engage with legislative leaders\, exchange insights\, and collaborate on shaping a stronger\, more inclusive economy for all. URL:https://politicaljar.com/event/annual-legislative-preview-breakfast-power-and-policy-2026/ LOCATION:2900 Welton St\, 2900 Welton Street\, Denver\, CO\, 80205\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://politicaljar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/17ba2b8024132451bf4bec5fba3d6321.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T165420 CREATED:20260121T003835Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T003835Z UID:39599-1769083200-1769086800@politicaljar.com SUMMARY:Discussion Over Division: Perspectives on Law\, Power\, and Policy DESCRIPTION:Join us for a lunch-time conversation where you’ll chat in small groups about current issues in law and policy. URL:https://politicaljar.com/event/discussion-over-division-perspectives-on-law-power-and-policy/ LOCATION:Antonin Scalia Law School\, 3301 Fairfax Dr\, Arlington\, VA\, 22201\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T133000 DTSTAMP:20260403T165420 CREATED:20251208T032926Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T032926Z UID:35286-1769083200-1769088600@politicaljar.com SUMMARY:Spring 2026 Lecture in Climate Data Science: SAMORY KPOTUFE DESCRIPTION:JOIN THE LEARNING THE EARTH WITH ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE + PHYSICS (LEAP) CENTER AT COLUMBIA FOR A SEMINAR ON CLIMATE DATA SCIENCE.\n\n\n\nTITLE: tba\nSPEAKER: SAMORY KPOTUFE (Columbia)\n \nDate: January 22\, 2026\nTime: 12:00 p.m.\nFormat: Hybrid\nVirtual: Zoom link provided upon registration\nIn-person: Columbia Innovation Hub\, 2276 12th Avenue\, Second Floor\, Room 202\, New York\, NY 10027\n \n*Please note that in-person space is limited.* \n__________________________________________________________________________________ \nAbstract: forthcoming \nBio: forthcoming \n \nLearn More: LEAP \n\n\n\nSAMORY KPOTUFEColumbia University URL:https://politicaljar.com/event/spring-2026-lecture-in-climate-data-science-samory-kpotufe/ LOCATION:Columbia Innovation Hub – Tang Family Hall\, 2276 12th Avenue\, Room 202\, New York\, NY\, 10027\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://politicaljar.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/09a8594f36d6e8d7cdbfc90cb765488d.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T165420 CREATED:20260120T060408Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T203417Z UID:39348-1769097600-1769097600@politicaljar.com SUMMARY:In-Town Pool Call Time DESCRIPTION:In-Town Pool URL:https://politicaljar.com/event/in-town-pool-call-time-283/ LOCATION:The White House CATEGORIES:Presidents Schedule END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T165420 CREATED:20260111T230353Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260118T230342Z UID:38533-1769099400-1769104800@politicaljar.com SUMMARY:Identity and Well-Being: Issues of Policy & Practice DESCRIPTION:Exploring how identity-based disparities are embedded in social policy\, housing\, education\, and healthcare.\n\n\nHow do race\, gender\, sexuality\, and other aspects of identity influence well-being? This conversation centers on how identity-based disparities are embedded in social policy\, housing\, education\, and healthcare systems. Our speakers will explore how intersectional approaches to well-being can illuminate paths toward greater justice and inclusion. \nSpeakers: DeMarcus Jenkins & Amy Hillier. Moderated by Ayana Colvin. \nSpeaker Biographies: \nAmy Hillier\, PhD\, MSW\, is a social worker and an Associate Professor in the School of Social Policy & Practice (SP2). Her most recent research focuses on transgender youth and their families. With colleagues\, she is working to develop a short screener for parents to complete in health care settings to identify young children who are gender non-conforming\, to normalize a wide range of gender expressions and identify families who might need support. \nHer other research has focused on historical housing and public health disparities\, including mortgage redlining\, affordable housing\, healthy foods\, park use and access\, and outdoor advertising. She has taught courses in city planning\, urban studies\, public health\, and social policy on GIS\, racism\, public health and the built environment\, and research methods. \nShe is the founding director of the cross-school graduate LGBTQ certificate. With Dr. Stephanie Boddie\, Dr. Hillier co-directs “The Ward\,” a research\, teaching\, and public history project dedicated to sharing the timeless lessons about racism and the role of research in affecting social change based on W.E.B. Du Bois’ 1899 book\, The Philadelphia Negro. \nDeMarcus A. Jenkins is an assistant professor in the School of Social Policy and Practice with a secondary appointment in the Annenberg School for Communication at the University of Pennsylvania. Broadly\, his program of research centers on important policy- and practice-relevant issues concerning Black and other vulnerable populations in relation to education\, housing\, and criminal/juvenile justice. Specifically\, his work focuses on (1) the interconnectedness of education and criminal justice\, including the strategies\, technologies\, and logics of carceral systems that appear in schools; (2) the relationship between education reform and urban development with a focus on housing policies; and (3) the politics of policy change or how marginalized populations interact with the policy process. He investigates the intersection of race\, urban space\, and policy and its implications for educational equity and justice. Dr. Jenkins’ interdisciplinary scholarship draws on critical theories of race\, critical spatial theory\, Black geographies\, critical policy studies\, and urban sociology. His research has been funded by the Spencer Foundation and the William T. Grant Foundation. \nBefore joining SP2\, Dr. Jenkins held faculty appointments at Penn State University and the University of Arizona\, where he was founding faculty in the Education Policy Center. He is currently a faculty affiliate at the Social Policy Institute at Washington University in St. Louis and the inaugural visiting faculty fellow at the Campus Abolition Research Lab (CARL) at the University of Michigan. Previously\, he worked as a policy analyst at the state and local levels and as a high school English teacher. Dr. Jenkins earned his PhD in Urban Schooling from the University of California\, Los Angeles. He received his EdM from Georgia State University and MA from American University. He holds a BA in English and Afro-American and African Studies from the University of Michigan. \nAyana Colvin is a PhD student at the School of Social Policy and Practice. Before joining SP2\, she worked as a high school English and a New Language (ENL) and English Language Arts (ELA) teacher in the New York City public schools system for eight years\, gaining valuable insights that propelled her toward a career in social work. \nShe holds a BA in Humanities with minors in French and film studies from Ohio Wesleyan University\, a Master’s in TESOL Education from City College of New York\, and a Master’s in Social Work from Columbia University. URL:https://politicaljar.com/event/identity-and-well-being-issues-of-policy-practice/ LOCATION:Perelman Center for Political Science and Economics\, 133 South 36th Street\, Suite 335\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19104\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://politicaljar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/c62109eac3a3150b9e83376c6cebb807.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T183000 DTSTAMP:20260403T165420 CREATED:20260121T004157Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T004157Z UID:39637-1769101200-1769106600@politicaljar.com SUMMARY:Where Politics Meets Policy: Health Care and the 2026 Midterm Elections DESCRIPTION:Ideas Uncorked: Where Politics Meets Policy\, Health Care and the 2026 Midterm Elections with Lanhee Chen\, Hoover Institution Fellow\n\n\nIdeas Uncorked: Where Politics Meets Policy\, Health Care and the 2026 Midterm Elections \nTHURSDAY JANUARY 22\, 2025\n5:00 – 6:30 p.m. ET | RECEPTION FOLLOWED BY SPEAKING PROGRAM\nfeaturing \nLanhee Chen\, David and Diane Steffy Fellow in American Public Policy Studies\, Hoover Institution \nDaniel Heil\, Policy Fellow\, Hoover Institution \nTom Church\, Policy Fellow\, Hoover Institution \n_____________________________________________________________ \nJoin The Hoover Institution in DC for the next session in the Ideas Uncorked monthly happy hour series that brings together preeminent scholars from the Hoover Institution at Stanford University and the best from California Wine Country. \nThis is an in-person only series at the Hoover Institution’s Washington\, DC office. \nABOUT\nLanhee Chen is the David and Diane Steffy Fellow in American Public Policy Studies at the Hoover Institution and cochair of its Healthcare Policy Working Group\, At Stanford University\, he is also director of Domestic Policy Studies\, lecturer in the Public Policy Program\, and an affiliated faculty member of the Center on Democracy\, Development and the Rule of Law at the Freeman-Spogli Institute for International Studies. \nDaniel Heil is a policy fellow at the Hoover Institution whose focus is on the federal budget\, tax policy\, and the federal antipoverty programs. \nHeil’s interests include replacing failed policies with state and federal initiatives that alleviate poverty by encouraging workforce participation and human capital development. He has also written on the perils of telecommunication regulations and the economic effects of e-business. \nTom Church is a policy fellow at the Hoover Institution. He studies health care policy\, entitlement reform\, income inequality\, poverty\, and the federal budget. \nChurch’s research interests include tax-advantaged savings accounts for health care\, the fiscal effects of a federal public option\, state-based regulatory reform\, pro-growth federal tax policy\, and the distributional effects of entitlement spending reform. URL:https://politicaljar.com/event/where-politics-meets-policy-health-care-and-the-2026-midterm-elections/ LOCATION:Hoover Institution\, 1399 New York Avenue Northwest\, #500\, Washington\, DC\, 20005\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://politicaljar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/b4471ff3b904b1312d01a34967e0493f.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T165420 CREATED:20260121T003259Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T003259Z UID:39559-1769101200-1769112000@politicaljar.com SUMMARY:Regan Jones for DC Mayor — Official Campaign Launch Party! DESCRIPTION:Join us for Regan Jones’ Mayor Launch Party—good vibes\, great people\, and a bright future ahead!\n\n\nJoin us for the official launch party kicking off Regan Jones’ campaign for Mayor of Washington\, D.C. This special evening brings together community leaders\, neighbors\, supporters\, and advocates ready to energize a people-centered movement for stronger city leadership. \nWhy This Matters\nRegan Jones is a solutions-driven\, community-focused leader dedicated to building a District where government works reliably\, listens to residents\, and delivers results. Her campaign is grounded in real-world experience\, accountability\, and a collaborative vision that prioritizes every neighborhood and every person. \nThis launch marks the official start of a campaign committed to steady\, disciplined\, and people-centered governance for the District. \nWhat to Expect\n\nMeet Regan Jones and hear her vision for a stronger\, more responsive city government\nInspirational remarks from local leaders and community partners\nNetworking and community building with residents from all eight wards\nMedia and photo opportunities\nOpportunities to volunteer\, engage\, and support the campaign\n\nBe a Part of the Future of DC\nRegan’s campaign isn’t just about politics — it’s about community\, accountability\, and partnership. Whether you’re ready to volunteer\, donate\, or learn more\, this launch event is the perfect place to connect and take action. \nLearn more about Regan Jones’ vision\, platform\, and campaign at https://shor.by/reganjonesdc2026. \n \nReserve your ticket and help shape the future of Washington\, D.C. with Regan Jones. \nPaid for by Friends of Regan for DC. Campaign finance disclosures filed with the DC Board of Elections. URL:https://politicaljar.com/event/regan-jones-for-dc-mayor-official-campaign-launch-party/ LOCATION:SOST\, 1901 9th Street Northwest\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://politicaljar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/353b84bb635ec3c0601622cc613847f4.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260123T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260123T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T165420 CREATED:20251208T035243Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T035243Z UID:35386-1769157000-1769187600@politicaljar.com SUMMARY:Democracy Lobby Day 2026 DESCRIPTION:Our Democracy need you! Join FairVote WA and the Washington Voting Justice Coalition for a day dedicated to lobbying and taking action.\n\n\n\nWelcome to Democracy Lobby Day 2026! Join FairVote WA and Washington Voting Justice Coalition at The United Churches of Olympia on Ranked-Choice Voting Day (1.23) January 23\, 2026 at 8:30 AM for a day of advocacy and community engagement. All participants must be registered. REGISTERATION CLOSES 1/18. \nEngage with policy experts on the 2026 Voter Power Package\, rally with elected leaders on the Capitol Steps\, and attend meetings with your State Legislators. Additionally\, special sessions throughout the day will be held on the current state of voting and election policies in Washington State. \n2026 Voter Power Package: \n\nStandards for Ranked-Choice Voting (WA VOICES) (HB1448)\nDefend Voter Rolls & Registration (HB 1916)\nElection Protection Preclearance (HB 1710)\nBallot Access in Jails & Hospitals (HB 1146)\n\nBreakout Session Agenda: \n\nTBA\n\nThis day is for first-time activists and long-time defenders of democracy! Let’s come together to make our voices heard and promote the change we need in our democracy. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals and make a difference. See you there! \nThanks to our co-hosts: Washington for Equitable Representation\, Redistricting Justice for Washington\, People Powered Elections WA\, and Free the Vote Washington. \nNeed financial assistance in attending? Fill out our stipend request form: https://forms.gle/RbgSu6K1wTVLNCuSA \n \nSigning up for Democracy Lobby Day signs you up Washington Voting Justice Coalition session alert emails. URL:https://politicaljar.com/event/democracy-lobby-day-2026/ LOCATION:The United Churches of Olympia\, 110 11th Avenue Southeast\, Olympia\, WA\, 98501\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://politicaljar.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/40e4e0864acc59a0fa57b763b583969f.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260123T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260123T090000 DTSTAMP:20260403T165420 CREATED:20260123T040717Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T131921Z UID:39888-1769158800-1769158800@politicaljar.com SUMMARY:In-Town Pool Call Time DESCRIPTION:In-Town Pool URL:https://politicaljar.com/event/in-town-pool-call-time-284/ LOCATION:The White House END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260123T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260123T133000 DTSTAMP:20260403T165420 CREATED:20260121T002147Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T002147Z UID:39493-1769167800-1769175000@politicaljar.com SUMMARY:Legislative Research Fair DESCRIPTION:Join us for our first Research Fair to learn about helpful resources for legislative staff.\n\n\nGovernment staff who research and draft legislation are invited to this lunchtime research resources fair co-hosted by the UC Student and Policy Center and the California Research Bureau Nexus. \nRepresentatives from the California Policy Lab\, California Health Benefits Review Program\, the State Library’s California Research Bureau\, the Department of Finance\, the Legislative Analyst’s Office\, and the National Council of State Legislatures will give an overview of the resources and support they can provide to legislative staff who work on researching and drafting legislative bills and positions. \nThis program includes lunch\, Q&A\, and networking. RSVP required. \nAttendance at this event by a public official will constitute acceptance of a reportable gift from the Regents of the University of California. (Government Code Section 86112.3.) For purposes of reporting\, the University of California\, UC campuses\, and UC medical centers constitute a single reporting entity. URL:https://politicaljar.com/event/legislative-research-fair/ LOCATION:UC Student and Policy Center\, 1115 11th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95814\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://politicaljar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/78029911415bc510df0fa3c8071bd743.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR