Legal experts lead a trial re-enactment of the case of 22 Chinese women traveling alone from China who were deemed “lewd” in 1874 through narration, court proceedings, and historic photographs. Followed by an on-stage discussion.
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October 2014
Audio
22 Lewd Chinese Women: A Trial Reenactment
October 18th, 2014
Judge Denny Chin, Asian American Bar Association of New York
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October 2014
Audio
An Evening with Nancy Kwan
October 15th, 2014
Nancy Kwan, Susan Lacy (moderator)
In an intimate conversation with acclaimed producer Susan Lacy, Nancy Kwan recounts the defining moments of her memorable career.
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October 2014
Audio
Breaking In: The Rise of Sonia Sotomayor and the Politics of Justice
October 11th, 2014
Joan Biskupic, Marcia Coyle (moderator)
Two of the most prestigious Supreme Court experts explore how Associate Justice Sotomayor has challenged an institution and the societal differences she is making.
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October 2014
Audio
The Boston Tea Party and the American Revolution
October 8th, 2014
Nick Bunker
Author Nick Bunker examines the lethal blend of politics, personalities, and economics that led to the Boston Tea Party and ultimately culminated in an all-out war for independence.
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October 2014
Audio
Embattled Rebel: Jefferson Davis as Commander in Chief
October 7th, 2014
James M. McPherson
Historian James M. McPherson reexamines Jefferson Davis's military strengths.
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