Country First: Defending Democracy and Defeating Toxic Tribalism
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Session Details
February 22 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm EST
LOCATION: James David Ross Family Recreation Center
Welcome remarks by: Neil Pandit
Introduction of Speaker: Dr. John C. Knapp
Congressman Kinzinger recounts his time in public service and his hopeful vision for the future of our country. Pulling from his six terms in the House of Representatives, Congressman Kinzinger brings the audience through his thought processes as he witnessed firsthand the changes in our government, and how he made the decision to stand against his own party for the sanctity of his country. Audiences leave inspired to not just be idle observers of, but rather active participants in our democracy.
Closing Remarks: Dr. David Holiday
Rep Kinzinger’s keynote address will be followed by Q&A with W&J students, faculty, and staff, which will be moderated by Neil Pandit, President of the SGA
Speaker
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Rep. Adam Kinzinger
For Former Rep. Adam Kinzinger, service to country has been the guiding principle of his life and career — first as a member of the armed forces, and later as a lawmaker in the halls of Congress. When the strength of the nation was tested on January 6th, 2021 and in the months following, Kinzinger took his sworn oath further, boldly demonstrating an exceedingly rare loyalty to country over party. As one of only two Republicans on the January 6th…