The Institute for Freedom & Community encourages free inquiry and meaningful debate of important political and social issues. By exploring diverse ideas about politics, markets, and society, The Institute aims to challenge presuppositions, question easy answers, and foster constructive dialogue among those with differing values and contending points of view. Established at St. Olaf College in 2014, The Institute offers a distinctive opportunity to cultivate civil discourse within a liberal arts setting.
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Election project promotes productive political conversations — and turnout at the polls
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Institute to host speaker series on ‘Food Policy and Food Politics’
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Institute to host spring speaker series on criminal justice reform
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‘A Thoughtful and Rigorous Approach to Public Affairs’
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What Did We Learn From the Midterm Elections?
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