Jose Antonio Vargas
Founder, Define America; Former Reporter, The Washington Post
How do you define American? Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Vargas dropped a bombshell last year when he publicly admitted that he immigrated to the United States illegally at the age of 12. Read more »
Middle East Discussion Group
Make your voice heard in an enriching, provocative and fun discussion with fellow Club members as you weigh in on events shaping the face of the Middle East. Each month, the Middle East Member-Led Forum hosts an informal roundtable discussion on a topic frequently suggested by recent headlines. After a brief introduction, the floor will be open for discussion. All interested members are encouraged to attend. Read more »
Middle East Discussion Group
Make your voice heard in an enriching, provocative and fun discussion with fellow Club members as you weigh in on events shaping the face of the Middle East. Each month, the Middle East Member-Led Forum hosts an informal roundtable discussion on a topic frequently suggested by recent headlines. After a brief introduction, the floor will be open for discussion. All interested members are encouraged to attend. Read more »
Science & Technology Planning MeetingJoin fellow Club members with similar interests and brainstorm upcoming Science & Technology programs. All Commonwealth Club members are welcome. We explore visions for the future through science and technology. Discuss current issues and share your insights with fellow Club members to shape and plan programs for the months ahead.MLF: Science & TechnologyLocation: SF Club OfficeTime: 6:15 p.m.Read more »
A Conversation with the Mayors of San Jose Hon. Chuck Reed, Mayor of San Jose (2007-2014)Hon. Ron Gonzales, Former Mayor of San Jose (1999-2006)Hon. Susan Hammer, Former Mayor of San Jose (1991-1998)Hon. Janet Gray Hayes, Former Mayor of San Jose (1975-1982)Hon. Norman Mineta, Former Mayor of San Jose (1971-1975); Former US Secretary of TransportationDr.Read more »
Science & Technology Forum Discussion Group"A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum"
Join us for a lively discussion on the nature and role of the public affairs forum in our globalized world where rapid technological changes and scientific discoveries are constantly advancing our opportunities for dialogue. Read more »
Why Is Religious Liberty the First Freedom? Michael McConnell, Director of the Constitutional Law Center, Stanford Law School; Senior Fellow, The Hoover Institution
Among the many rights and freedoms that Americans enjoy, what is the correct constitutional status of religious freedom? Should it be a “first freedom” and have priority over other rights or is it equal? These questions are at the heart of the current national debate over religious freedom, contraception, and the new federal health-care law. Read more »
Mike Pereira, Fox Sports Analyst
Have current NFL rules caught up with the game? As a sports analyst for Fox Sports, Pereira monitors weekly NFL action and provides explanations and rules interpretation to the calls officials make on the field. He shares his insights about some of the biggest safety concerns among players, coaches and league officials. Read more »
New Approaches to Patient Care and AdvocacyJennifer Brokaw, MD; Founder, Good MedicineSean Duffy, Co-Founder and CEO, Omada HealthMarty Tenenbaum, Founder, Cancer CommonsWayne Pan, MD; Chief Medical Informatics Officer, Health Access Solutions; Chief Medical Officer, Pacific Partners Management Services Inc.Sarah Varney, Health Reporter, The California Report—moderatorMany Americans today are dealing with chronic illnesses, trying to navigate through Read more »
Paranoid Politics; Islamophobia, McCarthyism and the Yellow PerilWajahat Ali, Playwright; Attorney; Co-author, Fear Inc., The Roots of the Islamophobia Network in AmericaDr. Larry Gerston, Emeritus Professor, San Jose State University; Political Analyst, NBC 11Mike Honda, U.S. Congressman (D - California) Our panel will cover three periods in U.S. history: World War II, the era of McCarthyism, and post 9/11 when groups were persecuted in politics and the media. Read more »
