Public Agenda Presents: Decoding Democracy - Who Do We Think We Are?

NCDD Friends, ​Public Agenda's Decoding Democracy series continues with "Who Do We Think We Are?" — a live virtual discussion exploring how Americans perceive demographic change and its effects on democracy. Featuring expert insights from academia and advocacy, this session will examine the intersection of demographic shifts, political polarization, and civic engagement. Join the conversation on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at 1:00 PM ET for this free event. Registration is required. Read more in the blog post below.

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The National Coalition for Dialogue & Deliberation is pleased to share information about the upcoming installment in Public Agenda's Decoding Democracy series, a virtual discussion exploring critical factors shaping Americans' perceptions of demographic change and its impact on democracy.

Event Details

• Date: Tuesday, March 25, 2025
• Time: 1:00pm ET
• Format: Live virtual discussion with audience Q&A
• Cost: Free (registration required)
• Host: Public Agenda

About the Event

​"Who Do We Think We Are?" examines Americans' perceptions of demographic change and how these perceptions influence our political landscape and democratic norms. As our country continues to evolve, understanding how we perceive these changes is crucial for fostering productive dialogue and strengthening democratic institutions.

Featured Speakers

Public Agenda has assembled a distinguished panel bringing together experts from academia and advocacy:
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• Andrew Thompson, Political Scientist, University of Pennsylvania Dr. Thompson will present new research supported by Public Agenda's Democracy Renewal Project that illuminates the connection between Americans' beliefs about demographic change and support for democratic norms.
• Lilliana Mason, SNF Agora Institute at Johns Hopkins University. Dr. Mason will discuss implications of the research findings for social cohesion and political polarization.
• Kimberly Serrano, American Immigration Council. Ms. Serrano will offer insights on how perceptions of demographic change relate to immigration policy and civic engagement.
  
  

The discussion will be moderated by Public Agenda team members, Andrew Seligsohn and Emily Sandusky.

This interactive session will include opportunities for audience members to submit questions to the expert panel, fostering a truly collaborative exploration of this important topic.

Register Now!

​Secure your spot today for this timely and important conversation about the future of American democracy.
For more information, please contact Public Agenda's press office at [email protected].

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NCDD is sharing this event announcement as a resource for our members interested in research and dialogue on democratic practices. The Decoding Democracy series is hosted by Public Agenda.