Divisiveness in Democracy
Enhancing Engagement in Montana
Sep 9
September 9 - 10, 2016
Radisson Colonial Hotel
A day-long conversation about the changing political dynamics in Montana and the United States.
Event Details
Regardless of one’s political
perspective, it’s hard to claim that today’s political climate is one that
supports the development of effective legislative and policy solutions to
complex problems. This day-long conference will not only explore the historical, political and social dynamics
that drive divisiveness, but will also draw in the experience and perspectives
of up-and-coming politicians and political activists to identify opportunities
and mechanisms to overcome that divisiveness.
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Schedule
Monday, November 21
9:00amWelcome and Opening
8:45amPanel I - How did we get here? The social, political and historical elements of divisiveness
Panelists:
- Nicol Rae - Dean, College of Letters and Science, Montana State University
- Chuck Johnson - Politics Reporter, Helena IR/AP (Ret.) (Tentative)
- Daniel Kemmis - O’Connor Center for the Rocky Mountain West
- Bob Brown - (Tentative)
10:45amPanel II - Finding Ways Forward: A conversation with the next generation of politicians and activistsPanelists:
- Dan Zolnikov (Rep. HD 47, Billings (R))
- Jenny Keck (Rep. HD 79, Helena (D))
- Chuck Tooley (Principle, Tooley Communications, Fmr. Mayor, Billings, MT)
- Rachel Huff-Doria (Executive Director, Forward Montana)
- Chase Sick - (Montana Field Director, Turning Point USA) (Tentative)
12:00pmLunch and Keynote Speaker Pat Williams
1:30pmInteractive Afternoon Session - A facilitated discussion of opportunities and mechanisms of engagement
Facilitated small group/table top discussions engaging attendees and panelists in an exploration of the opportunities and processes by which effective engagement can be built. The results of these discussions will be compiled into a conference summary white paper.
4:30pmClosing Session:
Summary, Call to Action and Next Steps