Overview
Explore the challenges facing American pluralism in this thought-provoking 80-minute conference talk from The Aspen Institute. Delve into the Inclusive America Project's report launch, examining the American Creed and its contemporary relevance. Analyze essays on religious extremism, nationalism, and the current landscape of pluralism in the United States. Investigate the roles of Christian pluralism, civil society, and the American Muslim Foundation in shaping inclusive communities. Gain insights into the importance of religious literacy, leadership, and private sector involvement in fostering a more pluralistic society. Engage with expert perspectives on preserving and strengthening America's diverse cultural fabric in the face of modern challenges.
Syllabus
Introduction
The Inclusive America Project
The American Creed
Essays
My Pal Al
Extremism
Introductions
Response to Religious Nationalism
Where We Are Today
The Landscape
Christian Pluralism
Civil Society
American Muslim Foundation
Religious Literacy
Leadership
The Private Sector
Closing remarks
Taught by
The Aspen Institute