Senator Heidi Heitkamp and Governor Ed Schafer: With Malice Toward None

This event has both hybrid and in-person attendance options.

In-person venue: The Centrum at Concordia College in Moorhead, MN

The Lorentzsen Center for Faith and Work and the Jewish Community Relations Council of Minnesota & The Dakotas, with support from the Otto Bremer Trust and Oren, Sharron Steinfeldt Foundation, and the Interfaith Alliance of North Dakota proudly present "With Malice Toward None: A Conversation about Civility, the Common Good, and the Future of the American Dream." 

Americans today are experiencing unprecedented tension in their workplaces, friendships, and homes. Our society is often perceived as being trapped in a self-reinforcing cycle of tribalism, outrage, and mistrust, presenting significant challenges to effective leadership across both public and private sectors. This event aims to address vital questions: How can we collaboratively work towards the common good amidst deep societal divisions? How can we treat each other with respect and decency? What role can local and regional leaders play in a political landscape dominated by national issues? How can we enhance the trustworthiness of our social, economic, and political institutions?

Senator Heitkamp and Governor Schafer, both renowned for their bipartisan efforts, will lead a moderated keynote discussion to reflect on these crucial questions, aiming to advance the common good. Their insights will provide valuable perspectives on navigating these complex challenges.

In addition to the public keynote addresses, the event will feature three invitation-only sessions where these distinguished speakers will engage with students, campus leadership, and local and regional leaders, fostering discussions on their particular challenges and aspirations.