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Scheduled Appearances

Social Justice Track

America's Gun Violence Problem

Crosscut Festival 2021
Wed May 5, 2021 | 4:00pm

Our violent history and obsession with firearms and the root of our national epidemic.

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Featuring: Chris Murphy, Alain Stephens

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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.

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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.

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