Politics

"The Gardens of Democracy: A New American Story of Citizenship, the Economy, and the Role of Government"

Eric Liu

About the Program

Eric Liu, former policy advisor and speechwriter for President Bill Clinton, examines the current debates over what constitutes United States citizenship and ways to reimagine the process.  Eric Liu speaks at the Petersen Automotive Museum in Los Angeles.

About the Authors

Eric Liu

Eric Liu is the author or co-author of several books, including The Accidental Asian: Notes of a Native Speaker.  He served as a deputy domestic policy adviser and speechwriter for President Bill Clinton.  Mr. Liu is the founder of The Guiding Lights Network, an organization focused on citizenship.

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"The Gardens of Democracy: A New American Story of Citizenship, the Economy, and the Role of Government"

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Past Airings

  • Sunday, June 17th at 9am (ET)
  • Saturday, May 12th at 1pm (ET)
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