i3 Lecture series: Hedrick Smith to speak on the state of US Democracy

By Bill Wilson

Looking for an insightful view of what just happened in this stunning Trump second victory?

Yearning for insights that might give you a respected journalist’s perspective of America’s current political climate?

Then put Tuesday, November 19 on your calendar. At 5 PM, just two weeks after the election, i3, the inspiring lecture series, will present a compelling discussion with two-time Pulitzer Prize winner Hedrick Smith. With over 60 years of experience covering U.S. and world politics, Hedrick is positioned to illuminate the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead for US democracy.

Hedrick is the acclaimed author of “Who Stole the American Dream?” his impressive career includes pivotal moments such as the civil rights movement and the Pentagon Papers.

He brings a wealth of knowledge from his time as a journalist for the New York Times and as a producer for PBS’s Frontline, where he received two Emmys for his groundbreaking work.

This will be his third appearance with i3, and each time he offers invaluable context and clarity on the political landscape.

After his presentation, people will have an opportunity to engage him during a Q&A session.

You can purchase tickets at $350 pesos at the door. Check i3’s website for details. The event will be held at La Casona Event Center (across from Luna de Queso).

“Hedrick Smith has graced our i3 stage before, and he remains one of the most electrifying speakers we’ve ever hosted,” noted an i3 spokesman.

A Pulitzer Prize-winning former New York Times reporter and an Emmy Award-winning producer, Smith’s career spans over 26 years with the New York Times, where he served as a correspondent, editor, and bureau chief in Moscow and Washington.

He covered the stories that have defined our times—from the civil rights movement, Vietnam, the Cold War and the fall of the Soviet Union, to recent development. In 1989, he transitioned to television, producing and reporting more than 50 hours of long-form documentaries for PBS.

He is the acclaimed author of five bestselling books, including “Who Stole the American Dream?” and “The Power Game: How Washington Works.”

Awards include Pulitzers for his work on the Pentagon Papers and for stories on Russia and Eastern Europe, and Emmys for his PBS Frontline and other productions.

Do not miss this great opportunity to listen to this brilliant author.