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5785/2025 Spring Lunch and Learn
Featuring "On Tyranny:
Twenty Lessons from the Twentieth Century," by Timothy Snyder.
During the first session of the series, this book will provide the context for thoughtful and meaningful discussions that will lead to effective and practical action. The remaining two sessions will be devoted to a closer examination of the chapters in the book, as well as discussion of the results of the Evolve Symposium, "Practices for Defending Democracy."
In October 2024, a total of 26 rabbis and lay leaders participated in this symposium by describing how they are able (or unable) to pursue the 20 practices that are outlined in Dr. Snyder's book as a response to tyranny and hate.
Participants in this series will gain a better understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of tyrannical movements and learn about strategies and techniques to not only cope with, but neutralize the power that has been granted to modern-day tyrants.
In October 2024, a total of 26 rabbis and lay leaders participated in this symposium by describing how they are able (or unable) to pursue the 20 practices that are outlined in Dr. Snyder's book as a response to tyranny and hate.
Participants in this series will gain a better understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of tyrannical movements and learn about strategies and techniques to not only cope with, but neutralize the power that has been granted to modern-day tyrants.
The Founding Fathers tried to protect us from the threat they knew, the tyranny that overcame ancient democracy. Today, our political order faces new threats, not unlike the totalitarianism of the twentieth century. We are no wiser than the Europeans who saw democracy yield to fascism, Nazism, or communism. Our one advantage is that we might learn from their experience."Timothy Snyder reasons with unparalleled clarity, throwing the past and future into sharp relief. He has written the rare kind of book that can be read in one sitting but will keep you coming back to help regain your bearings." —M. Gessen
"Please read this book. So smart, so timely." -George Saunders
"On Tyranny" is a call to arms and a guide to resistance, with invaluable ideas for how we can preserve our freedoms in the uncertain years to come.
There are two copies of "On Tyranny" in the CoM Fisher Library. You can contact Rachel here to check on availability.
"On Tyranny" is also available at this is a bookstore, in Oakwood Plaza. You can check availability or purchase online using this link. Use the online discount code "MOSES" (without the quotes) at checkout to receive 15% off.
Evolve is an online platform with conversation-sparking essays from thought-provoking rabbis, leaders and creators. Evolve: Groundbreaking Jewish Conversations is an initiative of Reconstructing Judaism. We seek to promote the ongoing evolution of the Jewish community by facilitating communal conversations about the urgent issues of our day.Discussion
Wednesday, April 16, 12:00 PM
Featuring a one hour discussion of chapters 1-10 and selected response essays.
In-person only. There will be no Zoom session.
Discussion
Thursday, May 1, 12:00 PM
Another one hour discussion of chapters 11-20 and selected response essays.
In-person only. There will be no Zoom session.
Who's coming?
- Carolyn K.
- Brad K.
- Sherry D.
- Wilma K.
- Rhonda K.
- gerry t.