Join two former Members of the US Congress and leading academics in a lively and bipartisan discussion of major themes in contemporary American politics. 

President Joe Biden, joined by First Lady Dr. Jill Biden and their children Ashley Biden and Hunter Biden, takes the oath of office as President of the United States Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2021, during the 59th Presidential Inauguration at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C. (Official White House Photo by Chuck Kennedy)

 

What is ‘US Politics Today’ 

This is an exciting opportunity for Year 12 and 13 students of A-level Politics to hear some of the critical questions and issues in US politics come alive and leap out of the textbook, as two former Members of the US House of Representatives – one Democrat, one Republican – share reflections from their direct experience at the heart of Washington D.C. 

Discussing the latest trends and events with leading academics, this day-long conference supports classroom work on key topics in A-level US Politics courses, including sessions on The Presidency, Congress, the Supreme Court, and Elections and Democracy. 

When is it? 

Monday 18 November | 10.30-15.30 (In-person only) 

Friday 22 November | 10.30-15.30 (In-person and Online) 

How can my school take part? 

Schools can attend either In Person at the British Library Knowledge Centre in St Pancras (£15 per attendee, to cover the cost of refreshments) or Online (free). 

To register your interest in bringing a class In Person: Please email [email protected] with the subject ‘US Politics Today: In Person’, specifying which date you would like to come (Monday 18 November or Friday 22 November) and how many people (students and teachers) would like to come. Applications close at 5pm on Friday 4 October and schools will be notified on Tuesday 8 October. School places will be allocated by ballot. 

To register your interest in participating Online: Schools can watch the session on Friday 22 November live online, and ask questions to the Former Members of Congress either in advance or through the viewing platform. Please email [email protected] with the subject ‘US Politics Today: Online’, and you will be sent a link nearer the time.  

There are also events with the Former Members of Congress in Norwich and Leicester during the week of 18 November. If you would like more information about these, please email [email protected] with the subject ‘US Politics Today: Norwich/Leicester’ (as appropriate).