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Science & Environment Track

The Great Climate Migration

Crosscut Festival 2021
Tue May 4, 2021 | 11:00am

Life has become increasingly untenable for millions of Americans. Where will everyone go?

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Featuring: Abrahm Lustgarten, Sonia Shah
Science & Environment Track

How to Get Red America to Go Green

Crosscut Festival 2021
Wed May 5, 2021 | 3:00pm

Swaying skeptics on an ambitious infrastructure bill paired with environmental priorities.

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Featuring: Jon Tester

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About the Festival

The Crosscut Ideas Festival is a celebration of big ideas and a gathering for bold thinkers. Newsmakers, changemakers and innovators come together to take a fresh look at the biggest issues of our time. Over one week, the Crosscut Ideas Festival hosts fireside conversations and panels, meetups, art installations, workshops, and interactive experiences.

headliners gala

Celebrate the best of PNW community and culture while supporting public media. Enjoy a night of entertainment with a culinary tour of the region curated by premier chefs and restaurateurs, Hear from The Daily host Michael Barbaro, and bid on a unique items in a PBS and Northwest-themed auction.