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Our Favorite Books of 2015 Blog Post Aspen Institute staff share their favorite reads from the past year. More »	Why We Need to Improve Job Quality for Retail Employees Blog Post Panelists explored the challenges that accompany unpredictable schedules in the retail industry and propose changes to the current structure to improve conditions for those workers. More »	Religious and Community Leaders Speak Out Against Anti-Muslim Rhetoric 50 leaders from a host of religious denominations and community organizations took a public stand against the alarming level of anti-Muslim rhetoric and bigotry in America. More »
WATCH: Michael Morell on the Great War of Our Time Video Book chat with Michael Morell, former deputy director and acting director of the US Central Intelligence Agency, discussing his new book "The Great War of Our Time." More »	Five Best Ideas of the Day The real problem with food on campus, why America is becoming more liberal, the dark secret to success and more More »	More from Our Blog Blog Our blog shares the latest insights and ideas from the Aspen Institute. More »

Listen Longer 12/19: Religion, Radicalism and Intolerance Blog Post This past week Aspen Institute Radio focused on religion, radicalism, and intolerance in society, including conversations about religious pluralism and Islam in the media. More »	WATCH: Portable Benefits for Independent Workers Video Sen. Mark Warner and other key voices weigh in on the conversation around independent workers, in the on-demand economy, and beyond. More »	The Resnick Aspen Action Forum: $15 Million Gift Moving Leaders Into Action Blog Post Lynda and Stewart Resnick, co-owners of The Wonderful Company, have donated $15 million to ensure the continuation of the Resnick Aspen Action Forum through 2030. More »
Blind Spot: America's Response to Radicalism in the Middle East Publication The Aspen Strategy Group’s latest policy book is a collection of 17 essays exploring the roots and appeal of extremism in the Arab world. More »	It's Time for a Unified Front Against Discrimination Blog Post The political power of groups battling discrimination can only be magnified through unity. More »	WATCH: Public Health Grand Rounds with Dr. Sue Desmond-Hellmann Video Dr. Sue Desmond-Hellmann is CEO of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. More »

The Honorable Stephen Breyer Talks National Security Blog Post US Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer on the importance of Constitutionality in the midst of global terror. More »	Ford Foundation President: The Three Obligations of Leadership Blog Post 2015 Preston Robert Tisch Award recipient and Ford Foundation President Darren Walker shares the three traits necessary in a modern leader. More »	Technology: The Key to Improving Global Health Blog Post Learn how three Aspen New Voices Fellows are using technology to improve health outcomes around the world. More »
Former Islamist Extremist on How to Deal with Fundamentalism Blog Post Maajid Nawaz, a self-described former Islamist extremist, has dedicated his energies to challenge the concept of a theocratic caliphate. More »	Aspen Journal of Ideas: Breaking the Stubborn Grip of Poverty While we still value the notion of equality of opportunity in this country, in reality very few people are able to break free of the binding grasp of poverty. More »	Jon Meacham on the Life and Legacy of Bush 41 Blog Post Jon Meacham discusses his latest biography: "Destiny and Power: The American Odyssey of George Herbert Walker Bush." More »

Pahara-Aspen Education Fellowship Class 10: The Promise of Leadership (Invite Only) Event More »	From Athens to Aspen: Journeys of Meaning Event Journeys of Meaning Jan. 11, 2016 More »	Leading in an Era of Globalization Event In this seminar, AGLN fellows will explore the challenges placed at their feet as leaders in a period of increasing interconnectedness. Jan. 12, 2016 - Jan. 17, 2016 More »
Winter Words: Juan Felipe Herrera Event Winter Words with author Juan Felipe Herrera Jan. 12, 2016 More »	Leading in an Era of Globalization Event In this seminar, AGLN fellows will explore the challenges placed at their feet as leaders in a period of increasing interconnectedness. Jan. 18, 2016 - Jan. 23, 2016 More »	Herbert Bayer Art Exhibit Tour Event Jan. 21, 2016 More »

Society of Fellows Discussion Reception featuring Jason Cone Event Jan. 21, 2016 More »	Great Decisions Series 2016 Event Register Here More »	Unlocking Latino Civic Potential: 2016 and Beyond Event Jan. 27, 2016 More »
Can Inclusive Economic Development Build Better Jobs and a Stronger Regional Economy? Event Register to Attend More »	Winter Words presents Allison Bechdel and Beth Malone Event Jan. 27, 2016 More »	The Alma and Joseph Gildenhorn Book Series feat. Dennis Ross Event Dennis Ross on "Doomed to Succeed." Jan. 28, 2015 More »

The Sound of Tomorrow: Cameron Carpenter in Conversation with Damian Woetzel Event Organist Cameron Carpenter speaks with Damian Woetzel of the Aspen Institute Arts Program. Jan. 28, 2016 More »	Challenges to the Economic Well-Being of Rural America Event Honorable Lisa Mensah will speak about "Challenges to the Economic Well-Being of Rural America." Jan. 29, 2016 More »	Entertainment Today: How Limitless Home Streaming and TV is Changing the Landscape of Theater Event Jan. 30, 2016 More »
Entertainment Today: How Limitless Home Streaming and TV is Changing the Landscape of Theater Event Jan. 30, 2016 More »	Great Decisions Series 2016 Event Register Here More »	Great Books Discussion Series: The Individual and Society Event Register Here More »

Video Library Watch video highlights from Institute events and experts. More »	Photos on Flickr View the Institute's photo library on Flickr. More »	Laureus USA: New Orleans Sport for Good Weekend 2015 Video More »
WATCH: Michael Morell on the Great War of Our Time Video Book chat with Michael Morell, former deputy director and acting director of the US Central Intelligence Agency, discussing his new book "The Great War of Our Time." More »	WATCH: Portable Benefits for Independent Workers Video Sen. Mark Warner and other key voices weigh in on the conversation around independent workers, in the on-demand economy, and beyond. More »	Theater of War—Treating PTSD with Sophocles Video More »

WATCH: America's Response to Radicalism in the Middle East Video Panelists discuss the Aspen Strategy Group’s latest policy book, a collection of 17 essays exploring the roots and appeal of extremism in the Arab world. More »	2015 Artist Endowed Foundation Leadership Forum Video More »	WATCH: Public Health Grand Rounds with Dr. Sue Desmond-Hellmann Video Dr. Sue Desmond-Hellmann is CEO of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. More »
WATCH: Justice Stephen Breyer on 'The Court and the World' Video The Alma and Joseph Gildenhorn Book Series features Justice Stephen Breyer discussing his new book, "In The Court and the World: American Law and the New Global Realities." More »	WATCH: Sen. Bob Corker on US Policy Toward the Middle East Video Sen. Bob Corker (R-TN), chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, discusses US Middle East policy. More »	WATCH: Better Business Models for Retail Workers Video Learn more about retail workers' jobs and schedules, better business models, policy remedies, and ideas for jobs that will make happy holidays for everyone. More »

WATCH: Beyond the Draft: Rethinking National Service Video Beyond the Draft: Rethinking National Service panel features General (Ret.) Stan McChyrstal, the Honorable Michèle Flournoy, and Congressman Seth Moulton. More »	The Alma and Joseph Gildenhorn Book Series feat. Jon Meacham Video Pulitzer Prize-winning Author Jon Meacham discusses his new book, "Destiny and Power: The American Odyssey of George Herbert Walker Bush.” More »	WATCH: Vice President Joe Biden at the Summit on Inequality & Opportunity Video Vice President Biden and Summit attendees discussed the widening opportunity gap in America. More »
ISIS, Fear, and the Rights of Refugees Video As thousands flee ISIS-controlled areas, some in Europe and the US seek to turn away refugees. More »	Aspen Arts Program Roundtable with David Skorton Video More »	The Alma and Joseph Gildenhorn Book Series featuring Dale Russakoff Video More »

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