State of Race in America - Exploring Attitudes, Opportunities, and Challenges

Explore new attitudes, opportunities, and challenges for people of color in 21st century America through this comprehensive symposium. Delve into crucial topics including voting patterns among racial groups, political party strategies, and the intersection of racial hate speech with the First Amendment. Engage with expert panels discussing whether candidates rely too heavily on voters of color, the impact of social media on hate speech proliferation, and potential measures to address racial disparagement. Gain insights from opening and closing keynotes, and participate in discussions on encouraging voter participation and examining speech limitations in the digital age. Join thought leaders and policymakers in this timely exploration of race relations in modern America.

8:30 a.m. – a.m. Light Continental Breakfast
9:00 a.m. – a.m. Welcome and Introduction
9:15 a.m. – a.m. Opening Keynote
9:45 a.m. – a.m. Panel 1: Great Expectations: Do Candidates Rely Too Much or Not Enough from People of Color?
10:45 a.m. – a.m. Break
11:00 a.m. – p.m. Panel 2: Racial Hate Speech and the First Amendment
12:00 p.m. – p.m. Closing Keynote