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No Prophets Book Tour
Representative Jared Huffman in Conversation
Thursday, October 15
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Centennial Hall
Complex: Auditorium, Loos, & MastersFrom Congressman Jared Huffman, a behind-the-scenes look at the shocking extent of Christian nationalism's reach in our government -- and the fight to defend church-state separation.
"From Congressman Jared Huffman, a behind-the-scenes look at the shocking extent of Christian nationalism’s reach in our government—and the fight to defend church-state separation. Drawing on his experiences as a formerly devout Christian and the only Humanist ever to serve in Congress, Huffman maps the movement’s largely hidden landscape—taking readers behind the scenes of the Capitol, exposing the tactics and myths Christian nationalists use to advance their agenda, and showing how America is imperiled by our reluctance to confront threats cloaked in Christianity. But, he argues, it’s not too late. If we muster a broad interfaith coalition grounded in shared commitment to democracy, we can reclaim the public square for everyone—religious and secular—to share on equal terms." - Description from publisher.
Representative Huffman will be in conversation with Congressman Mark Pocan to discuss his bestselling book, No Prophets, and the perils facing democracy in the united States, and around the world. Books will be for sale from Boswell Book Company, and an audience Q&A will follow the presentation. This event is free and open to the public.
Jared Huffman is a Humanist and the only member of Congress to admit he does not believe in gods. He founded the Congressional Freethought Caucus with Congressman Jamie Raskin to promote sound public policy based on reason, science, and moral values. He lives in San Rafael, California.
Congressman Mark Pocan was sworn in as the U.S. Representative for Wisconsin’s second congressional district in 2013 following 14 years in the Wisconsin State Assembly. In the 119th Congress, he serves on the House Appropriations Committee, where he sits on the Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education Subcommittee; and the Financial Services and General Government Subcommittee. He also serves on the House Foreign Affairs Committee.
AGE GROUP: | Older Adults | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | Government & Civic Literacy | Author Event |