Democracy in an Age of Uncertainty: French and American Perspectives 

“Democracy in an Age of Uncertainty: French and American Perspectives,” a public discussion series from Villa Albertine taking place in person in and around Washington, DC, brings together French and American experts and US-based audiences alike on topics as diverse as disinformation, civic and youth engagement, and more. Kicking off in 2024, the series will continue through 2026, marking the 250th anniversary of the United States Declaration of Independence.

Events are free and open to all and will be added to this page continually.

Events

Democracy in France and America with Justice Stephen Breyer and Christiane Taubira

May 15, 2025 | National Constitution Center, Kirby Auditorium

Night of Ideas, Washington, DC

April 5, 2025 | Duke Ellington School of the Arts

Democracy in Action: Civic Engagement in the 21st Century  

November 21, 2024 | Howard University

Post-Truth Politics: Can Democracy Survive Disinformation?

September 16, 2024 | Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library

“Democracy in an Age of Uncertainty: French and American Perspectives” is made possible thanks to the Judy and Peter Blum Kovler Foundation.