2007-2008 A More Perfect Union: Domestic Tranquility
The four books included in this series were chosen to help us reflect on the Founders’ meaningful words, which today inspire such widely different ideas and interpretations. We have chosen to focus on two key issues: how do we live peacefully on America’s vast landscape and how well do we share that landscape with others? As environmental crises and the challenges of immigration play increasingly important roles in our domestic policy, the federal government’s actions (and inactions) are at the center of both of these issues. What responsibility does the federal government have to regulate access to land and resources? How must it protect our borders? What are the real threats to our nation’s tranquility, and what things may be perceived (perhaps falsely) as such?
In even broader terms, this year’s book discussion focuses on the very human yearning for a tranquil, peaceful existence, a desire to live in safety and comfort despite the cultural clashes and economic tensions that have challenged our nation in the past, and that will likely challenge us for decades to come.
Click HERE for a list of scholars who are interested in facilitating discussion for A More Perfect Union discussion group
Click HERE for a “Domestic Tranquility” application
For more information, contact Jessica Becker, 608-263-3155.