Events

Join us for “2024, 2025 and What Comes Next: A Conversation with Tyler Pager”, featuring the distinguished White House correspondent from The New York Times. Tyler draws on his new book, “2024: How Trump Retook the White House and the Democrats Lost America”, and his front-row coverage of the U.S. presidency to explore how the 2024 election reshaped American democracy—and where we go from here.

In today’s polarized political climate, conversations across party lines are rare — and friendships across those lines, even rarer. Join us for a timely and thought-provoking discussion with two respected Texas leaders, Dr. Molly Beth Malcolm and Johnny Sutton, who have built a lasting, bipartisan friendship rooted in mutual respect, service, and principled leadership.

Join the LBJ School of Public Affairs for a timely conversation with Amanda Litman, CEO and co-founder of Run for Something, and author of Run for Something: A Real‑Talk Guide to Fixing the System Yourself and When We’re in Charge: The Next Generation’s Guide to Leadership. Litman brings a bold, forward-looking perspective on civic engagement, leadership, and the importance of building power from the ground up.

Join us for a conversation with Lisa Davis, Austin’s Police Chief, as she reflects on the politics and public safety issues shaping the city today. This discussion will explore the challenges of leadership in a rapidly changing community and the role of policing in Austin’s future.

Join us for a moderated conversation with Nathan Johnson, Texas State Senator and current Democratic candidate for Attorney General, as he shares his vision for the future of justice and governance in Texas. The discussion will explore his policy priorities, campaign goals, and perspectives on the evolving political landscape.