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Libertarians and conservatives often share values like individual liberty and limited government, but their approaches to key policy issues can differ sharply. From trade policy to immigration, these differences reveal deep philosophical divides. Despite frequent political alliances, the two ideologies are not interchangeable. Join us for a dynamic debate between interns from the Cato Institute and the Heritage Foundation as they explore which philosophy offers better solutions to today’s pressing public policy challenges. Don’t miss this opportunity to see how these competing worldviews stack up.

Highlights

Learn About Public Policy: Augment your knowledge about major policy issues, from trade and immigration to executive authority.

Delve into Political Philosophy: Gain a concise view on the alignment and distinctions between libertarianism and conservatism.

Explore How Ideas Shape Policy: Acquire insight into how ideas and philosophy intersect with policymaking.

Who Should Attend

• College students looking to learn about political philosophy
• Researchers exploring the distinct libertarian and conservative approach to public policy
• General audiences interested in public policy issues

Join us in-person or online on July 24 at 5:30pm!