John Micklethwait, Editor-in-Chief of The Economist and acclaimed author lead The Common Good in discussion centered around his recently authored book, The Fourth Revolution.

As China’s power and reach grows ever more rapidly; understanding this behemoth is critically important. The Common Good hosted a thoughtful discussion with Evan Osnos on China’s 35-year political and cultural transformation.

Where has the real news gone? Jill Abramson shed light on that topic, the rapidly changing landscape of political journalism and why important events and voices of our voters and country are getting less news focus.  

The Common Good honored individuals who have made exceptional contributions to democracy and changing the world with The American Spirit Awards: Arnon Milchan, Jose Antonio Vargas and Lilly Ledbetter.

Incumbent Democratic Senator John Walsh was bidding for a second term in the Treasure State in the 2014 elections.  Despite primary opposition and a Republican opponent who was polling 14 points ahead, Walsh counted on the appeal of his career in uniform, experience as lieutenant governor, and recent role as appointed Senator.

On the fiftieth anniversary of the passage of the Civil Rights Act, acclaimed Vanity Fair and Politico journalist Todd Purdum released his new book “An Idea Whose Time Has Come”.