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Lunchtime Conversation with the producer and developer of the documentary Created Equal: Justice Thomas in His Own WordsMichael Pack, President and Founder, Manifold ProductionsModerator: Mark R. Paoletta, Partner, Schaerr Jaffe LLPThe Heritage Foundation and the C. Boyden Gray Center for the Study of the Administrative State at Antonin Scalia Law School will co-host a special event to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the confirmation of Justice Clarence Thomas to the Supreme Court of the United States. Bringing together jurists, legal academics, and practitioners, including many of his former clerks, we will discuss the Justice’s jurisprudence and impact on the Court over the past three decades. Join us for this all-day law symposium to reflect on the legacy of Justice Thomas thirty years into his service. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Panel IV – Advocacy in the Thomas-era CourtThe Honorable Noel J. Francisco, Partner-in-Charge of the Washington office of Jones Day, and 47th Solicitor General of the United StatesThe Honorable Paul D. Clement, Partner, Kirkland & Ellis LLP, and 43rd Solicitor General of the United StatesLisa S. Blatt, Partner and Chair of the Supreme Court and Appellate Practice Group, Williams & Connolly LLP, and former Assistant to the Solicitor General of the United StatesJeffrey Wall, Partner, Sullivan & Cromwell LLP, and former acting Solicitor General of the United StatesModerator: Jennifer Mascott, Assistant Professor of Law and Co-Executive Director of the C. Boyden Gray Center for the Study of the Administrative State, Antonin Scalia Law SchoolThe Heritage Foundation and the C. Boyden Gray Center for the Study of the Administrative State at Antonin Scalia Law School will co-host a special event to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the confirmation of Justice Clarence Thomas to the Supreme Court of the United States. Bringing together jurists, legal academics, and practitioners, including many of his former clerks, we will discuss the Justice’s jurisprudence and impact on the Court over the past three decades. Join us for this all-day law symposium to reflect on the legacy of Justice Thomas thirty years into his service. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Panel III – Originalism, Constitutional Interpretation, and Stare DecisisThe Honorable James C. Ho, Circuit Judge, United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth CircuitThe Honorable Gregory E. Maggs, Judge, United States Court of Appeals for the Armed ForcesChristopher Landau, Former Ambassador to MexicoErik S. Jaffe, Partner, Schaerr Jaffe LLPModerator: The Honorable Gregory G. Katsas, Circuit Judge, United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia CircuitThe Heritage Foundation and the C. Boyden Gray Center for the Study of the Administrative State at Antonin Scalia Law School will co-host a special event to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the confirmation of Justice Clarence Thomas to the Supreme Court of the United States. Bringing together jurists, legal academics, and practitioners, including many of his former clerks, we will discuss the Justice’s jurisprudence and impact on the Court over the past three decades. Join us for this all-day law symposium to reflect on the legacy of Justice Thomas thirty years into his service. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Panel II – Constitutional Liberties: First Amendment, Religion, Race, and Natural LawThe Honorable Allison Jones Rushing, Circuit Judge, United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth CircuitNicole Stelle Garnett, John P. Murphy Foundation Professor of Law, University of Notre Dame Law SchoolMichael W. McConnell, Richard and Frances Mallery Professor and Director of the Constitutional Law Center, Stanford Law School, and a Senior Fellow, Hoover InstitutionElbert Lin, Partner, Hunton Andrews Kurth and former Solicitor General of West VirginiaModerator: Adam Mortara, Lecturer in Law, University of Chicago Law SchoolThe Heritage Foundation and the C. Boyden Gray Center for the Study of the Administrative State at Antonin Scalia Law School will co-host a special event to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the confirmation of Justice Clarence Thomas to the Supreme Court of the United States. Bringing together jurists, legal academics, and practitioners, including many of his former clerks, we will discuss the Justice’s jurisprudence and impact on the Court over the past three decades. Join us for this all-day law symposium to reflect on the legacy of Justice Thomas thirty years into his service. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Panel I – Safeguarding the Structural Constitution: Federalism and the Separation of PowersThe Honorable William H. Pryor Jr., Chief Judge, United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh CircuitThe Honorable Edith H. Jones, Circuit Judge, United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth CircuitThe Honorable Neomi Rao, Circuit Judge, United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia CircuitThe Honorable Thomas M. Hardiman, Circuit Judge, United States Court of Appeals for the Third CircuitModerator: John C. Yoo, Emanuel S. Heller Professor of Law, Co-Faculty Director, Korea Law Center, and Director, Public Law & Policy Program, UC Berkeley School of LawThe Heritage Foundation and the C. Boyden Gray Center for the Study of the Administrative State at Antonin Scalia Law School will co-host a special event to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the confirmation of Justice Clarence Thomas to the Supreme Court of the United States. Bringing together jurists, legal academics, and practitioners, including many of his former clerks, we will discuss the Justice’s jurisprudence and impact on the Court over the past three decades. Join us for this all-day law symposium to reflect on the legacy of Justice Thomas thirty years into his service. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Heritage Foundation and the C. Boyden Gray Center for the Study of the Administrative State at Antonin Scalia Law School will co-host an evening lecture, following our all-day law symposium, to continue the commemoration of the 30th anniversary of the confirmation of Justice Clarence Thomas to the Supreme Court of the United States. We hope you can join for the livestream of this special address by Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY), as he reflects on the legacy of Justice Thomas thirty years into his service. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The 2022 Index of U.S. Military Strength is The Heritage Foundation’s eighth annual assessment of the United States Armed Forces’ ability to provide for the common defense. This year’s assessment reflects that progress has been made in building up America’s military forces in some areas, but a great deal of work remains and there are storm clouds on the horizon as President Biden’s 2022 defense budget request proposed to underfund a number of key capabilities. This year’s Index provides a fresh, authoritative assessment of the U.S. military and updates on major threats to U.S. interests and the ability of allies to contribute to common security interests, along with a new chapter on Cyber and brand-new scoring for the U.S. Space Force.  This highly anticipated event will feature keynote remarks from Representative Mike Rogers, the ranking member of the House Armed Services Committee. Representative Rogers is one of the leading voices in Congress for of a strong national defense, and brings a unique perspective on the challenges facing America’s military based on his experience in Congress.   Join us for this special address followed by a presentation of the key takeaways from this year’s Index by Heritage’s Senior Research Fellow Dakota Wood. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The crisis on the Southern border continues to get worse. With a record number of aliens being apprehended and crossing the border, fentanyl and other illegal drugs pouring into the country, and the current administration’s seeming lack of interest in rectifying the situation it created, many are wondering what, if anything, can be done.Given the federal government’s abdication of its duty to protect the nation’s sovereignty over its own borders, what actions can states take to meaningfully stem the tide of illegal immigration and its consequences? Join us for an in-depth discussion of these issues featuring former Acting Department of Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf; former Acting Deputy Secretary at DHS and former Attorney General of Virginia Ken Cuccinelli; and Texas Deputy Attorney General Aaron Reitz, as they discuss what can be done to solve this crisis in an event moderated by Senior Legal Fellow Hans von Spakovsky. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Heritage Foundation’s Edwin Meese III Center for Legal and Judicial Studies is honored to announce that Chief Judge William Pryor of the 11th Circuit will deliver our 14th Joseph Story Distinguished Lecture.    The namesake of the lecture—the eminent jurist Joseph Story—became the youngest Associate Justice ever to serve on the United States Supreme Court when he was appointed by President Madison in 1812. Story made a significant mark on American law in his thirty-three years on the bench, but his greatest contribution to jurisprudence is his renowned Commentaries on the Constitution, in which he set forth a philosophy of judicial restraint. This lecture series celebrates his legacy.  Previous Joseph Story Lectures have been delivered by Justice Clarence Thomas, Justice Anthony Kennedy, then-Judge Brett Kavanaugh, Judge Robert Bork, Professor John Harrison, Judge A. Raymond Randolph, Judge Alice Batchelder, Judge Diarmuid O'Scannlain, Judge Janice Rogers Brown, Judge Carlos Bea, Senator Orrin Hatch, Judge Edith Jones, and Former Attorney General Ed Meese. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Biden Administration is immersed in its Missile Defense Review, which will outline the policies, capabilities, and strategies the Defense Department will pursue to address increasingly complex missile threats from around the world. The ongoing review has Washington wondering whether the Biden Administration will maintain existing policies like outpacing the rogue state threat, protecting U.S. forces abroad, and relying on nuclear deterrence to address large scale attacks, or go in a different direction.  On October 6th, join expert panelists as they discuss what an ideal Missile Defense Review should entail, and what we can expect to see from the Biden Administration.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In his newest book, The Bloody Price of Freedom, Richard D. Heideman traces Israel’s battle for justice, freedom and commitment to democratic values. In his endeavors as counsel to American victims of terror, President of the American Zionist Movement, and Chairman of the Israel Forever Foundation, Heideman has long been outspoken against the antisemitism pervasive within the United Nations. Notably, Heideman led the United States delegation in a walk-out twenty years ago of the UN Durban Conference on Racism, protesting its diplomatic warfare against America’s important ally Israel. Foreign Terror Organizations which attack Israel, commit heinous murder, and maim the innocent continue to shape the Durban Programme, including boycott, divestment, and sanctions (BDS) targeting the world’s only Jewish state.Join Elan Carr, Heritage Fellow and former State Department Envoy to Combat Antisemitism, as he interviews Heideman, regarding the Arab League’s hijacking of international diplomacy, the antisemitic BDS movement, of the breakthroughs of the Abraham Accords brokered by the Trump Administration, and America’s key role in promoting economic development between Israel and her neighbors. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The U.S. Coast Guard is a vital tool for national security, responsible for a wide range of missions supporting American security and prosperity in the maritime domain. From saving lives at sea and responding to natural disasters to arresting drug smugglers and protecting America’s resources, the Coast Guard operates across a wide spectrum of operations. However, it faces a number of challenges in the world today as the strategic environment grows more complex and it attempts to increase its readiness and modernize its ships, aircraft and infrastructure. Coast Guard Commandant Admiral Karl Schultz will weigh in on these challenges and opportunities facing the Coast Guard today and how, with the support of Congress, it can continue to support America’s economic and national security interests going forward. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Supreme Court returns October 4th for its 2021-2022 Term, and the justices will hear cases on a number of important issues: abortion, the 2nd Amendment, religious liberty, disability discrimination, national security, and more.   For instance, in Dobbs v. Jackson’s Women’s Health Organization, the Court will determine whether all pre-viability prohibitions on elective abortions are unconstitutional. In New York State Rifle & Pistol Association Inc. v. Bruen, the Court will decide whether New York’s restrictive firearm licensing violates the 2nd Amendment. In Carsen v. Makin, the Court will determine whether the state violates the 1st or 14th Amendments if it excludes religious schools from otherwise generally available student aid because the school offers religious instruction. In CVS Pharmacy Inc. v. Doe, the Court will decide whether a facially neutral policy that results in disparate impact for certain disabled groups violates the ACA and Rehabilitation Act’s anti-discrimination clauses. In United States v. Zubaydah, the Court will decide whether the 9th Circuit erred by allowing discovery of documents the government claims are covered by the state-secrets privilege.   Please join us for a thoughtful discussion with two distinguished Supreme Court litigators about what is likely to unfold in the next Supreme Court term.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Education policymakers and professionals won’t want to miss this important symposium as our panelists explore the philosophical, legal, and practical issues raised by New York’s yeshiva controversy and consider the broader implications for private and religious education.   Orthodox Jewish private schools, also known as yeshivas, have been under fire by critics alleging that some fail to provide a secular education that is “substantially similar” to that offered at traditional public schools. At the heart of this controversy lies a tension between two critically important interests in education that have implications far beyond the yeshiva world.    Parents have the right to choose an appropriate education for their children, while children have the right to receive a guaranteed minimum education. If preference is given to the former, how much freedom should parents have in choosing? If the latter, how does the state define what constitutes an appropriate education or measure the extent to which the end has been achieved? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Recently, food prices have been going up. The Biden administration is blaming higher food prices on the higher prices of meat and poultry, which it claims is due to high concentration levels in meat processing. It is also suggesting unethical behavior by private firms. The administration would like to use these reasons as an excuse for greater government intervention in the food supply. But the reason for higher meat prices is much simpler: supply and demand. What are the specific causes of higher food and meat prices? What does this mean for policymakers and American families? Join us as we discuss this timely issue that impacts all Americans.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In America, an old theory is being given new life. “Equity” is being embraced wholesale by schools, corporate America, and the Biden Administration. It has infiltrated hiring, curriculum, admissions, trainings, and more. But “equity” is not the same thing as equality and delivers very different results. Rather than providing all individuals with equal opportunities to succeed, “equity” segregates individuals by race while driving a narrative of “oppressor” vs. “victim.” It calls for institutions to treat people unequally in order to achieve equal outcomes. Equity recklessly embraces legally prohibited classifications as a way to eliminate perceived differences in outcome, in violation of equal protection and federal law.    Join us for a panel discussion with four experts who are in the trenches challenging these harmful polices.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For what purposes should the United States be prepared to fight, and how should U.S. forces be readied to fight such wars? As the Biden administration prepares the next National Defense Strategy these are vitally important questions.   >>> Index of U.S. Military StrengthFormer Pentagon Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense Elbridge “Bridge” Colby, the lead official for the widely praised 2017 U.S. defense strategy, tackles these questions in his insightful new book, The Strategy of Denial: American Defense in an Age of Great Power Conflict. Colby describes how to frame a strategy to deal with a rising China, both the value and limitations of alliances, and recommendations how America should respond. Colby notes the need to maintain a favorable balance of power in relation to China and how a strategy of “deterrence by denial” holds the best prospect for America’s long-term strategic success. Essential for both national security professionals and concerned citizens, this topic and book could not be more relevant as America attempts to balance new and existing challenges against its vital interests. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nicaragua has descended into political crisis as the socialist regime of President Daniel Ortega has arrested many presidential candidates and other opposition figures. Others have simply “gone missing.” Meanwhile, the Biden Administration has responded to this radical anti-democratic crackdown with utter silence.   In response to this situation, Heritage is proud to welcome Berta Valle and Vicky Cardenas, the wives of jailed opposition presidential candidates Felix Maradiaga and Juan Sebastian Chamorro. These courageous women will confront the brutal repression of the Ortega regime and offer constructive actions that the United States can take in response.    Join us for this critical discussion on how to ensure that Ortega and his regime do not go unchallenged.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

President Ronald Reagan has been a model for conservatives, but does his impact extend to today? For those who hope to preserve American democracy, the answer must be “yes.”President Reagan launched a conservative revolution at home and abroad: By boldly advancing the cause of freedom, he transformed both the American political landscape and the international order. Like no other leader in modern times, Reagan embodied the ideals of the American Founding and applied them to the threats and challenges of his day. Conservatives can and must learn from his example.Gen Z and Millennials are invited to join The Heritage Foundation and The Reagan Institute for a lively conversation about how they can help lead a new conservative revolution that speaks to the hopes and aspirations of all Americans. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It has been over a year since the signing of the National Security Law in Hong Kong, effectively ending Hong Kong’s autonomy. While much of the focus has been on the diplomatic and political implications, there is very little analysis on the law’s impact on the business community in Hong Kong. Has the law impacted business operations? If so, how? To answer these questions and more, please join us for a debate between two eminent scholars: Hong Kong University Professor Y.C. Richard Wong, and Harvard University Senior Fellow and former Hong Kong Legislative Council Member Dennis Kwok. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After twenty years of fighting, the Taliban recaptured much of Afghanistan after the withdrawal of American forces precipitated a collapse in the Afghan Government and security forces. As the Taliban advanced on Kabul, thousands of Afghan soldiers, commandos, and security forces fled to the Panjshir Valley—a center of resistance movements in the 1980s against the Soviets and the 1990s against the Taliban.  Led by Ahmad Shah Massoud Jr., the son of the famed Lion of Panjshir who led anti-Soviet and anti-Taliban from the same valleys and mountains, the National Resistance Front of Afghanistan (NRF) was created. Panjshir remains the only province in Afghanistan not fully under the control of the Taliban.  Policy professionals won’t want to miss this update on the situation in Panjshir and the resistance movement with the NRF’s Head of Foreign Relations, Ali Nazary.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Recently, Americans have seen the real-world ramifications of cyber-attacks. Just this year, we have seen a major oil and gas artery be shut down on the East Coast causing short-term fear and price surges, shutdowns at major meat-processing plants, and a tampering of a water treatment facility in Florida. Global cyber ransomware, espionage, and targeted attacks could lead to an expansion of attacks on critical infrastructure, U.S. national security, and economic targets.   Policymakers have sprung into action in recent years. There are lines of effort to address the persistent and ever-growing threat and economic damage of ransomware attacks to the security of the government’s own systems and communications. The complexities of cybersecurity require a relationship between the private sector and the government but that has proven challenging. Join a timely conversation with former Director of the National Security Agency (NSA) and former Commander, U.S. Cyber Command, Adm. Michael S. Rogers, USN (Ret.), on where the United States goes from here on cyber and what must be done to secure both the strategic and the tactical high ground in the future of modern warfare.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The 20th anniversary of 9/11, the largest terrorist attack on American soil, is upon us. The Biden Administration and the left are more concerned with white supremacists and COVID restriction conspiracy theorists than foreign terrorists or even destructive domestic groups like Antifa and Black Lives Matter.DHS’ latest National Terrorism Advisory System Bulletin prioritizes domestic terrorists, racially-or-ethnically-motivated violent extremists, and anti-government/anti-authority violent extremists as the leading threats to our homeland. Learn about FBI’s role in investigating domestic terrorism, DHS’ proper role in fighting terrorism, how DHS has taken its eye off the ball, and how it can course correct to protect Americans. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As the world watched Afghanistan fall to the Taliban in a matter of weeks, one point was clear: the lives of Afghan women and girls would forever be changed.Over the last twenty years, women and girls made tremendous gains by going to school, holding political office, and entering the working world. Hard-won freedoms became a part of everyday life, and Afghan women were actively enjoying them.With the Taliban back in power, many of these gains will likely be lost. So, what can be done now to safeguard the rights of Afghan women and girls? Join us as a distinguished panel of experts tackles the scale of the problem and realistic actions that the United States and the international community can take to mitigate the damage. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today’s youth are wondering why America has a president—and it’s a good question! In fact, every generation since the American Founding has had to answer it.At the dawn of the republic, Federalists favored the idea of a presidency, while Anti-Federalists expressed concern about tyranny of the executive. Those groups reached a compromise that satisfied both, but the debate over the scope and role of a changing presidency continues to this day.Should twenty-first century presidents be “the most powerful person in the world?” How should the next generation hold the office accountable? Hear Heritage Visiting Scholar Dr. Allen Guelzo tackle these questions along with an expert panel, continuing the Founders’ healthy debate on the role and scope of the presidency. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In recent weeks, Americans have watched in horror as the Taliban overran Afghanistan. The scenes from Kabul have alarmed the nation, and the Biden Administration has denied responsibility while allowing the crisis to spiral out of control. In the midst of the chaos, decision makers must be clear about how these events came about, how they will impact U.S. national security, and what America’s options are for securing its interests moving forward. Policy professionals won’t want to miss this 30-minute Policy Pulse as Heritage’s leading foreign policy minds respond to the fall of Afghanistan and break down the critical steps that must be taken in the aftermath.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2021 marks the 40th anniversary of President Reagan’s landmark signing of the Economic Recovery Tax Act of 1981. These tax cuts unleashed American prosperity and re-invigorated a struggling economy. Four decades on, the nation faces increasing calls to return to a 1970s-style high-tax economy, making it more important than ever to remember why the Reagan Tax Cuts were so critical.   Join Heritage and the Committee to Unleash Prosperity for an all-star panel celebrating the impact of the Reagan tax cuts and discussing how to continue to invigorate our economy into the 2020s.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

President Biden has ordered the Centers for Disease Control to extend a national moratorium on evictions until October 3, despite a strong signal from the Supreme Court that the moratorium was unlawful. The original CDC moratorium was legally and constitutionally problematic, and this new order doubles down by flying in the face of America’s highest court. Meanwhile, the economic ripple effects of these policies could prove harmful for landlords and tenants alike. Legislative, legal, and domestic policy professionals won’t want to miss the important Policy Pulse discussion with Heritage economic expert Joel Griffith and legal scholar GianCarlo Canaparo on the legal implications and real-world consequences of these unlawful orders.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Drone technology has exploded over the last two decades. Large armed drones like the MQ-9 are well known and have wreaked havoc on terrorists since 9/11 but the small, hunter-killer drones employed in the Armenian/Azerbaijani war have proven to be game changers in force-on-force engagements. Join one of the world’s leading experts, Seth Frantzman, as he illuminates the future of these incredibly lethal systems. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the face of a rising China, it has never been more important for the United States to have a strong force posture in the Indo-Pacific. Last year, Congress established The Pacific Defense Initiative (PDI) to consolidate and rebalance investments that enhance deterrence. This year’s budget continues funding the PDI, but largely misses the mark on key priorities. In addition, while current and previous commanders of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command have emphasized the need for advanced defense of Guam as part of the PDI, development of such a system has been too long deferred.  As Congress approaches the Fiscal Year 2022 National Defense Authorization Act, policy professionals won’t want to miss this 30-minute Policy Pulse discussion breaking down the Pacific Defense Initiative and why defense of Guam is critical.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In 2020, the deadliest crisis at the China-India border in four decades claimed dozens of lives and sharpened the rivalry between the world’s two most populous nations. Later that year, reports revealed that China had constructed a new village inside the nation of Bhutan, with more villages said to be planned on Bhutanese soil. This comes only three years after Chinese road construction near the disputed China-India-Bhutan border sparked yet another unprecedented crisis between Indian and Chinese soldiers.What explains these aggressive new tactics and China’s sudden appetite for risk along its southwestern border? Join our expert panel to discuss these incidents and their implications for U.S. policy in the Indo-Pacific. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hypersonic weapons travel more than five times the speed of sound, enabling them to close on targets in ways that could significantly impact the next major armed conflict. Realizing their potential, Russia and China have well-developed programs and have likely fielded operational hypersonic weapons. In contrast, the U.S. has yet to complete testing on its first such munition.   Join Dr. Mark Lewis, one of America’s leading experts in this field, as he confronts the offensive potential, defensive challenges, and myths surrounding hypersonic munitions.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With inflation on the rise and many predicting future Pentagon budgets will be flat, it becomes even more important to get the most out of every single taxpayer dollar. Today, there are legal, cultural, and procedural barriers that frustrate those efforts resulting in waste and poor decision-making. One such obstacle is the phenomena of “use it or lose it,” where every year the Pentagon loses buying power due to expiring funds. Join the discussion with our expert panelists who will provide perspectives on both the “use it or lose it” phenomenon and the broader efforts taking place with defense budget reform efforts.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It has been nearly six months since the military coup in Burma, also known as Myanmar. Conditions inside the country continue to worsen with over 5,000 people currently detained and nearly 1,000 killed. Civil liberties and freedoms are evaporating as the military consolidates power.While the initial U.S. response to the coup was swift, there is much left to be done. There is strong bipartisan agreement on the need to ramp up U.S. sanctions, issue an atrocity determination, and ensure adequate humanitarian assistance.Join us for a discussion of concrete actions to support the will of the Burmese people and to hold the military accountable. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join Heritage’s Joseph Loconte, Tina Descovich, Patti Hildalgo Menders and Priscilla Rahn for an exciting virtual townhall about how today’s parents can use the principles of the American Founding to preserve freedom for their children and for generations to come.Parents today—especially mothers and the organizations they lead—are working mightily to instill these principles in their children: ideas about justice, equality, and freedom. This townhall will focus on what we can learn from the ability of the Founders to work through their differences and create the Constitution, a blueprint for self-government, that could endure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Education policy professionals won’t want to miss this 30-minute Policy Pulse discussion on why Washington should not be micromanaging student discipline policies. Parents and teachers—the adults closest to a student—should be making decisions about discipline based on behavior, not the color of a child’s skin.Your child’s teacher has a responsibility to protect children from harm. However, the Biden Administration is considering bringing back an Obama Administration policy that limited parent and teacher influence over maintaining order in classrooms. The Federal Commission on School Safety rescinded this policy in 2018 after speaking with local education leaders around the country about best practices in terms of school safety. The Obama-era policy disregards student behavior and coerces school officials to maintain quotas of students who are disciplined based on a student’s race or ethnicity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

U.S. dominance in Space is being challenged by China, Russia, and a host of other aspiring competitors. Keeping our nation on top of all others increasingly relies on the ingenuity, development, and capabilities offered by the civilian sector. National security professionals won’t want to miss this chance to hear from rising leaders on the cutting edge of the aerospace industry. Join us to dig into the technologies that will win the struggle for the “final frontier.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A surge in political violence has rocked the nation of Colombia in recent months, threatening to destabilize the democratically elected government of President Ivan Duque. A report by the Center for a Secure Free Society indicates that recent protests have been co-opted as tools of asymmetric warfare by narco-funded leftist guerillas and terrorist gangs affiliated with the despotic regimes in Venezuela and Cuba.At the same time, Professor Celina Realuyo has followed closely the domestic grievances that have fueled the protests, including the government’s response to the pandemic, socioeconomic disparities, and citizens’ insecurity concerns.Policy professionals won’t want to miss this discussion on the crisis and the concrete steps the United States can take in response. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Innovation depends on solid patent rights and intellectual property. The U.S. was once a world leader in securing those rights, enabling centuries of advancement from Edison’s light bulb to today’s mobile technology. Unfortunately, America’s “gold standard” patent system has been replaced. Today, China and Europe secure more reliable and effective patent rights and are reaping the benefits.Patent systems drive economic, military, and medical progress, and the loss of reliable and effective patent rights threatens America’s economic growth and national security.Join us to learn about the legal and policy developments that weakened the U.S. patent system and why restoring it should be a top priority. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In 1972, Congress passed Title IX of the Education Amendments, heralding a new age of equal opportunities for females in academics and athletics. After five decades of progress for women in education, Title IX’s legacy is endangered by a new gender ideology that makes being female a matter of self-identification rather than biological reality.  This new ideology is erasing women’s opportunities in athletics and transforming single-sex spaces into mixed-sex spaces, depriving both males and females of their right to privacy. The Biden Administration is making aggressive attempts to enshrine this ideology in public schools, and the Supreme Court has declined to clarify that biology matters in school settings. These policies erase the progress of women and girls, and parents are now pushing back. Policy professionals won’t want to miss this crucial discussion on Title IX and the battle for biological reality in American schools.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With the United States still in the grips of an opioid crisis, the number of overdose fatalities has increasingly been driven by a narcotic even more potent than heroin: the synthetic opioid fentanyl. Fentanyl and its analogues are 50-100 times more powerful than morphine; even minute amounts can lead to death. Fentanyl is often added to heroin or cocaine because it is less expensive to produce. China exports the drug (or its precursor chemicals) to Mexico, and the cartels smuggle it into the United States. Law enforcement has struggled to halt that flow, and the recent crisis at the southern border has only exacerbated this issue.  Don’t miss this critical conversation on fentanyl what to do about it with three public officials who have been on the front line of the fight.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Heritage Foundation is honored to host former Vice President Mike Pence for our signature event on U.S. policy in the Indo-Pacific. Heritage’s annual B.C. Lee Lecture on international affairs was endowed by the Samsung Group in honor of its founder, the late B.C. Lee, to focus on the U.S. relationship with the Indo-Pacific. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Freedom of speech and free exercise of religion are at the heart of the American understanding of liberty. Even before our Founding, people flocked to our shores to escape religious persecution and live more freely. Judge David Stras joins us for a special address, reflecting on how his grandparents’ harrowing experiences during the Holocaust shaped his own beliefs and influenced his views on religious freedom, free speech, and the importance of the First Amendment.   Following his address, we will be joined by two commentators to discuss these issues as well as the recent rise in antisemitism in this country. We hope you will join us for this timely discussion.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Supreme Court’s 2020-21 term is almost finished. There were important cases involving religious liberty (Fulton v. City of Philadelphia), separation of powers (Collins v. Yellen), donor privacy rights (Americans for Prosperity v. Becerra), election law (AZ Republican Party v. DNC), disputes about Obamacare (California v. Texas), and much more. Join us as our “scholars and scribes” break down some of the landmark cases and the Court’s rulings as well as the changing dynamics on the bench with the addition of new Justice Amy Comey Barrett. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

America’s rising consumer price index (CPI) and weak job growth have caused talk of 1970s-style “stagflation,” an economy that exhibits both high unemployment and inflation. Is this the case, and if so, what are the appropriate responses from Congress and the Federal Reserve? In an environment where the line between fiscal and monetary policy has become increasingly blurry, it is important to separate the two.Policy professionals won’t want to miss this 30-minute Policy Pulse discussion breaking down the current inflationary trend and laying out a way forward that clarifies the roles of Congress and the Fed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Imposing anti-American critical race theory on our troops directly threatens our national security by spreading ideas that undermine confidence in the principles underpinning our Constitution and destroying trust in our system of government. Traditional Americanism promotes unity, cohesion and equality among service members. Indoctrinating troops against those values runs directly counter to the mission of the force.>>> Critical Race Theory Will Destroy Our MilitaryNational security professionals won’t want to miss this 30-minute Policy Pulse discussion with Senator Tom Cotton, who with Representative Dan Crenshaw set up a website where servicemembers can report instances where they are being subjected to CRT in the course of their duties.>>> Heritage Explains: How woke policies like CRT would destroy the military Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When the city of Philadelphia stopped working with Catholic Social Services because of their religious beliefs about marriage, qualified and willing foster parents were left with empty beds. This was nothing less than an act of cruelty, and the Supreme Court unanimously ruled it an unconstitutional violation of religious freedom in Fulton v. City of Philadelphia.This major religious freedom ruling could have ripple effects on a variety of faith-based social services and conflicts over sexual orientation and gender identity issues. Don’t miss this chance to hear from the attorney who argued the case and other leading experts as they break down this important decision and its impact on our law and culture. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As China continues its rise, the actions of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) have implications across the globe and the need for transparency is increasingly important. Even before the COVID-19 pandemic, the CCP has often withheld, manipulated, and falsified data for its own purposes. In 2020, The Heritage Foundation launched an initiative to shed light on alternative sources of transparency.As part of that initiative, The Heritage Foundation is excited to announce the upcoming release of the 2021 China Transparency Report. This report will be the inaugural launch of Heritage’s annual assessment on the current state of transparency, both official and private, vis-à-vis China across eight categories. Please join us as we take an exclusive sneak peak of findings from this report, featuring keynote remarks from U.S. Representative Steve Chabot and Q&A discussions with contributors to the report. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How did Great Britain manage to break free of the E.U.? What does Brexit mean for the U.K.’s future and its partnership with the U.S.?   Since the historic Brexit referendum in June of 2016, the United Kingdom has completely left the European Union and is once again a truly free, sovereign nation, controlling its borders, fully deciding its laws, and signing its own trade agreements.    Brexit offers a powerful opportunity for a resurgent self-confident Britain on the world stage—a global leader in free trade, free markets, and economic liberty—and an even stronger Special Relationship with the United States. Learn more as three leaders and founders of the Vote Leave Brexit campaign join Heritage on the fifth anniversary of the referendum.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

First Principles Townhall: Parents Bringing Civics to the Public SquareFacing a culture increasingly hostile to the principles of the American Founding, parents across the country are asking for help in passing on the American legacy to the next generation. The Heritage Foundation’s First Principles Townhall will speak into this moment, offering participants the educational tools to give their children an honest understanding of our history: to help them appreciate America’s political and cultural achievements, as well as our debt to the classical-Christian tradition.Session 3: The Freedom Book: How the Bible Influenced the American FoundersThe foundations of American political thought were certainly influenced by Enlightenment thinkers such as John Locke. Yet another significant influence on the Founding is often ignored: the Bible. The Hebrew and Christian Scriptures provided the American Founders with intellectual and spiritual resources that would shape the Declaration of Independence and the United States Constitution. Join us for Part 3 of our Parent Townhall Series as we explore how the Bible advanced the ideas that would form the bedrock of the American Founding: natural law, natural rights, human equality, and human freedom. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.