In Midnight in Washington: How We Almost Lost Our Democracy and Still Could, Congressman Adam Schiff, who led President Trump's first impeachment, delivers a vital inside account of

In Midnight in Washington: How We Almost Lost Our Democracy and Still Could, Congressman Adam Schiff, who led President Trump's first impeachment, delivers a vital inside account of American democracy's darkest hour. Schiff argues the greatest threat comes from within, as Trump's presidency weakened institutions and fueled the dangerous appeal of authoritarianism, a peril he tracks through his own political journey.

Schiff discussed these insights and warned of authoritarianism's lasting potency during an October 14, 2021 event, in conversation with Marisa Lagos, KQED (@mlagos). This discussion was hosted by The Commonwealth Club of California, the nation's oldest public affairs forum. Explore more content: YouTube, Events, Watch & Listen, Twitter.

Join us Monday, October 11, 2021, for National Coming Out Day. We will screen the Pixar short film *Out* and host a fascinating conversation with its director, Steven Clay Hunter, and producer,

Join us Monday, October 11, 2021, for National Coming Out Day. We will screen the Pixar short film *Out* and host a fascinating conversation with its director, Steven Clay Hunter, and producer, Max Sachar.

Steven Clay Hunter, a veteran Pixar animator, made his directorial debut with *Out*, which was Oscar-shortlisted and GLADD-nominated. Max Sachar, a San Francisco-based filmmaker and Pixar producer for 15 years, produced the acclaimed short, contributing creatively to its development.

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Susan Orlean, New Yorker staff writer and author of the best-selling *The Library Book*, visited The Commonwealth Club on October 14, 2021. She discussed her new book, *On Animals*, a collection

Susan Orlean, New Yorker staff writer and author of the best-selling *The Library Book*, visited The Commonwealth Club on October 14, 2021. She discussed her new book, *On Animals*, a collection exploring cross-species connections and animals' central role in human life. Orlean shared her lifelong fascination with human-animal interaction.

She was joined by journalist Julia Flynn Siler. The Commonwealth Club, the nation's oldest and largest public affairs forum, hosts diverse speakers at over 400 annual events.

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Join the Commonwealth Club on October 18, 2021, for a critical discussion on the COVID-19 pandemic. As the world seeks to end this public health crisis, businesses are navigating mandates and

Join the Commonwealth Club on October 18, 2021, for a critical discussion on the COVID-19 pandemic. As the world seeks to end this public health crisis, businesses are navigating mandates and playing a vital role in community safety and vaccination efforts.

A panel of business and healthcare leaders, generously supported by Kaiser Permanente, will explore how the private sector can collaborate to combat the pandemic and foster economic recovery. They will discuss effective strategies and responses to mandates.

The Commonwealth Club of California, the nation's largest public affairs forum, hosts this event. For more information, upcoming events, and to support our mission, visit commonwealthclub.org.

In "Fuzz: When Nature Breaks the Law," Mary Roach explores human-animal conflict, questioning human responsibility in animal conflicts. Her global research finds hope for symbiotic coexistence

In "Fuzz: When Nature Breaks the Law," Mary Roach explores human-animal conflict, questioning human responsibility in animal conflicts. Her global research finds hope for symbiotic coexistence with our critter counterparts.

Roach will share wild stories, like rat-bait taste testing, at an INFORUM event on September 21, 2021. She will guide a conversation on safe human-animal integration, moderated by Wired's science editor, Kara Platoni. The event is hosted by The Commonwealth Club of California, the nation's oldest and largest public affairs forum.

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WeWork, once revolutionary in workspaces, education, and housing, ultimately faced financial turmoil. WSJ reporters Eliot Brown and Maureen Farrell chronicle this journey in The Cult of We,

WeWork, once revolutionary in workspaces, education, and housing, ultimately faced financial turmoil. WSJ reporters Eliot Brown and Maureen Farrell chronicle this journey in The Cult of We, examining tech startup triumphs and failures.

Join co-authors Eliot Brown and Maureen Farrell (WSJ reporters, experts in venture capital and IPOs) with moderator Charles Duhigg (The New Yorker) to uncover startup culture's gripping reality. Presented with INFORUM.

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The COVID-19 pandemic disproportionately impacted Black communities, exacerbating existing racial economic disparities. Black businesses faced closures, and workers endured layoffs or unsafe

The COVID-19 pandemic disproportionately impacted Black communities, exacerbating existing racial economic disparities. Black businesses faced closures, and workers endured layoffs or unsafe conditions. This reality highlights an urgent need to close the racial gap and achieve an equal, just recovery.

INFORUM convened a panel of experts, building on McKinsey & Company research, to outline paths for this recovery. This vital community program was made free to the public thanks to McKinsey & Co.

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