The first webinar in our critical four-part First Mondays September Series took place on September 9, where we explored the forces shaping the American electorate, with a focus on the challenges that extend beyond the 2024 elections. Our distinguished panel of experts, including Tiffany Muller, Maya Wiley, Michael Waldman, and Ben Scott, provided an in-depth analysis of the ongoing efforts to undermine American democracy, from challenging voting rights to manipulating election rules for partisan gain and discussed strategies that are underway to combat these efforts.

This discussion comes at a pivotal time in our nation’s history, where, despite unexpected shifts in the 2024 presidential campaign, the deep-seated cultural and political forces pulling America toward a more divided past remain unchanged. The speakers offered critical insights into how we arrived at this precarious moment and emphasized the urgent need for long-term strategies to protect and strengthen our democratic institutions.

The September Series of First Mondays Webinars is more than timely; these conversations are essential for anyone committed to understanding and combating the threats to our democracy. Each session continues to build on the foundation laid in the first, offering a call to action for all who believe in the promise of a democratic America.

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