Leadership and Innovation in Crisis - Insights from Atlanta, CRISPR, Churchill, and Economics

Explore a diverse range of topics in this thought-provoking conference talk from the Aspen Ideas Festival 2020. Delve into Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms' approach to handling multiple crises, including the pandemic. Examine the ethical implications of CRISPR genome-editing technology with author Walter Isaacson. Gain insights into Winston Churchill's leadership during the Blitz through Erik Larson's historical perspective. Analyze surprising economic developments amid the Covid-19 crisis with former US Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson, Jr. Featuring discussions with prominent figures and experts, this talk offers a comprehensive look at pressing issues in politics, science, history, and economics, complemented by a special performance by soprano Emily Birsan.