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The Upswing - How America Came Together a Century Ago and How We Can Do It Again

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Explore the societal shifts between individualism and communitarianism in America with co-authors Robert Putnam and Shaylyn Romney Garrett in this thought-provoking Aspen Institute talk. Delve into the insights from their book "The Upswing: How America Came Together a Century Ago and How We Can Do It Again" as they discuss the nation's journey from an "I" society to a "We" society and back again. Learn valuable lessons from historical experiences to understand how we can foster unity and strength in our nation today. Join Aspen Institute President and CEO Dan Porterfield as he leads this engaging conversation, presented as part of the McCloskey Speaker Series.

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The Upswing: Robert Putnam and Shaylyn Romney Garrett

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The Aspen Institute

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