Kennedy Library Forums are a series of public affairs programs offered by the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum to foster public discussion on a diverse range of historical, political and cultural topics reflecting the legacy of President and Mrs. Kennedy's White House years. They are conducted as conversations rather than lectures. Check this website periodically to view our Forum line-up, and review our prior years' events.

 

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John Avlon James Fallows
Ryan Lizza Martha Raddatz

2012 Presidential Campaign

October 30, 2012 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Journalists John Avlon, James Fallows, Ryan Lizza and Martha Raddatz will analyze the 2012 presidential race between President Barack Obama and Governor Mitt Romney with Callie Crossley, host of WGBH’s daytime show, Boston Public Radio.

The Oath
Jeffrey Toobin

Obama and the Supreme Court

November 18, 2012 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

New Yorker writer and legal analyst, Jeffrey Toobin, will discuss his new book, The Oath: The Obama White House and the Supreme Court.

Mike Barnicle Marty Nolan
Al Hunt Charles Gibson

Celebrating the Life of Tip O'Neill

December 9, 2012 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

On the centennial of the birth of former House Speaker Tip O’Neill, journalists Mike Barnicle, Marty Nolan, Al Hunt, Cokie Roberts and Steve Roberts will share their memories of the Speaker with former ABC World News host Charlie Gibson.

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Eric Holder

A Discussion with Attorney General Eric Holder Jr.

December 11, 2012 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

As the nation marks the 50th anniversary of numerous civil rights milestones during the Kennedy presidency, Attorney General Eric Holder will reflect on this history, the progress that has been made, and the challenges facing our nation today.

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The Patriarch
David Nasaw

The Life of Joseph P. Kennedy

December 12, 2012 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Biographer David Nasaw will discuss his new book, The Patriarch: The Remarkable Life and Turbulent Times of Joseph P. Kennedy, with veteran journalist and radio host, Christopher Lydon.

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