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Deliberative Dialogue Series Continues With a Discussion on National Debt

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Deliberative dialogues are opportunities for collaborative thinking about complex issues. Attendees drive the conversation in small groups facilitated by trained moderators. Dialogues are unlike panel discussions or debates. The objective of a dialogue is to be participatory, egalitarian, and non-adversarial. These events are free and open to the public, but advance registration is required. The next dialogue is on November 5th, 2025, with registration opening on October 29th. See below for more information.

A Nation in Debt: How Can We Pay the Bills?

Wednesday, November 5, 2025
11:45 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

The national debt is bigger than ever—and while its effects may seem distant, they’re already
starting to impact us and could weigh heavily on future generations. In this interactive forum, we’ll
explore three different approaches to addressing the debt, each offering unique perspectives
and trade-offs. Together, we’ll wrestle with tough questions, including raising taxes or cutting
spending, using the power of law to mandate financial responsibility, and investing in economic growth and development. Please register on the Deliberative Dialogue Series website.

Future Dialogues

Health Care: How Can We Bring Down Costs While Getting the Care We Need

Thursday, March 12, 2026,
12:30 p.m. to 1:45 p.m.

Keeping America Safe: What is Our Greatest Threat? How Should We Respond?

Thursday, April 16, 2026
12:30 p.m. to 1:45 p.m.

MCC's Deliberative Dialogue Series is sponsored by The Democracy Commitment at MCC, Department of Anthropology, History, Political Science, and Sociology, and Global Education and International Service

Joseph Scanlon
Anthrop/History/Poli. Science/Sociology
10/29/2025