Talks from the Hoover Institution

The Peril And Promise Of Local Journalism In American Democracy 29.05.2026 52min

The Hoover Institution Center for Revitalizing American Institutions on Thursday, May 14, from 4:00 to 4:50 PM PT in Hauck Auditorium held a panel discussion on The Peril and Promise of Local Journalism in American Democracy.

National Treasure: How The Declaration Of Independence Made America 27.05.2026 1h 9min

The Hoover’s History Lab and Center for Revitalizing American Institutions held National Treasure: How the Declaration of Independence Made America, a special book launch with the author, Michael Auslin on Tuesday, May 26, 2026 from 4:00 - 5:15 p.m. PT.

Can Civic Education Be Liberal? 21.05.2026 59min

The Alliance for Civics in the Academy hosts ”Can Civic Education be Liberal?” with Melinda Zook, Joseph Knippenberg, Benjamin Storey, and Dan Edelstein on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, from 9:00–10:00 a.m. PT.

Competing Systems: US Strategy In The Age Of Chinese Authoritarianism 16.05.2026 59min

The Hoover Institution in DC hosts Ideas Uncorked: Competing Systems: U.S. Strategy in the Age of Chinese Authoritarianism on Tuesday, May 5 from 5:00–6:30 pm ET. The event features Elizabeth Economy, Sarah Beran, Matt Turpin, and Miles Yu.

Defending Taiwan: A Strategy To Prevent War With China 15.05.2026 1h 19min

The Hoover Institution hosted Defending Taiwan: A Strategy to Prevent War With China on Wednesday, April 22, 2026 from 12:00-1:30 pm PT.

Understanding The Civilian-Military Relationship In American Democracy 08.05.2026 1h 1min

The Hoover Institution Center for Revitalizing American Institutions webinar series features speakers who are developing innovative ideas, conducting groundbreaking research, and taking important actions to improve trust and efficacy in American institutions. Speaker expertise and topics span governmental institutions, civic organizations and practice, and the role of public opinion and culture in shaping our democracy. The webinar series builds awareness about how we can individually and collectively revitalize American institutions to ensure our country’s democracy delivers on its promise. The Hoover Institution's Center for Revitalizing American Institutions held an engaging conversation on Understanding the Civilian-Military Relationship in American Democracy with General Christopher G. Cavoli, US Army (Ret.), General Joseph F. Dunford Jr., USMC (Ret.), and Lt. Gen. H.R. McMaster on May 6, 2026, from 10:00-11:00 a.m. PT. This webinar explores the evolving relationship between civilian leadership and the military in the United States—a cornerstone of democratic governance. Drawing on historical context, recent case studies, and expert analysis, the discussion examines how mutual trust, accountability, and respect for constitutional norms sustain healthy civil-military dynamics. Participants gain insight into current challenges, including political polarization, public perceptions of the armed forces, and the appropriate role of military voices in national security and domestic affairs. The session aims to deepen understanding of how civil-military balance reinforces both national security and democratic resilience.

Niall Ferguson And Eyck Freymann Discuss Defending Taiwan: A Strategy To Prevent War With China 07.05.2026 22min

Taiwan is where the uneasy peace between the United States and China will be tested--and possibly broken.

Defending Taiwan: A Strategy To Prevent War With China 26.04.2026 1h

The Hoover Institution hosts Defending Taiwan: A Strategy to Prevent War With China on Tuesday, April 14, 2026 from 5:00-6:30 pm PT.

Historical Thinking And Democratic Citizenship 24.04.2026 1h 1min

The Alliance for Civics in the Academy hosts ”Historical Thinking and Democratic Citizenship” with Mary Clark, Suzanne Marchand, Jeffrey Collins, and Jonathan Gienapp on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, from 9:00–10:00 a.m. PT.

In Science We Trust? Understanding Americans’ Confidence In Science, Scientists, And Scientific Institutions 02.04.2026 1h 30min

The Hoover Institution’s Center for Revitalizing American Institutions, in partnership with the Hoover Technology Policy Accelerator, hosted an engaging conversation on In Science We Trust? Understanding Americans’ Confidence in Science, Scientists, and Scientific Institutions with Russ Altman, Mark Horowitz, Arthur Lupia, and Amy Zegart on April 1, 2026, from 10:00-11:30 a.m. PT.

Rural Banditry And Boko Haram: Governance, Security, And International Engagement In Nigeria 26.03.2026 2h 18min

The Hoover History Lab hosted Rural Banditry and Boko Haram: Governance, Security, and International Engagement in Nigeria on Thursday, March 26, 2026.

Wargaming The Pacific: Lessons From The Naval War College's Interwar Games 26.03.2026 1h 51min

This webinar examines the interwar wargames conducted at the U.S. Naval War College before World War II and their foundational role in shaping U.S. naval doctrine and strategic planning. We explore how these games contributed to America’s success in the Pacific Theater, their enduring impact on U.S. military effectiveness, and the remarkable archival materials preserved by the Naval War College, now digitally accessible to the public for the first time via the Hoover Institution Library & Archives.

Character And Country: The Responsibilities Of American Leadership 26.03.2026 1h 30min

The Hoover Institution hosted a special in-person live taping of Firing Line with Margaret Hoover on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, from 4:30-7:00 PM PT in the Hauck Auditorium, David and Joan Traitel Building.

Building Civic Unity In A Religiously Diverse Democracy 26.03.2026 1h

The Alliance for Civics in the Academy hosts ”Building Civic Unity in a Religiously Diverse Democracy” with Eboo Patel, Robert George, Fr. Francisco Nahoe, and Josh Ober on March 18, 2026, from 9:00-10:00 a.m. PT.

Judicial Importance, Independence, And Legitimacy In Polarized Times 20.03.2026 1h 23min

The Center for Revitalizing American Institutions (RAI) held a webinar—co-sponsored by the Stanford Constitutional Law Center—about Judicial Importance, Independence, and Legitimacy in Polarized Times with Michael McConnell, Tom Clark, Genevieve Lakier, and Eugene Volokh on March 4, 2026, from 10:00-11:30 a.m. PT.

Niall Ferguson and Andrew Preston on the Invention of National Security 18.03.2026 15min

Niall Ferguson and Andrew Preston discuss Preston’s latest book Total Defense: The New Deal and the Invention of National Security.

Total Defense: The New Deal and the Invention of National Security 18.03.2026 1h 15min

The Hoover Applied History Working Group held Total Defense: The New Deal and the Invention of National Security on Wednesday, March 11, 2026.

How Can Universities Strengthen Civic Education in K–12 Schools? 06.03.2026 58min

The Alliance for Civics in the Academy hosts ”How Can Universities Strengthen Civic Education in K–12 Schools?” with Jennifer McNabb, Joshua Dunn, and Jenna Storey on March 4, 2026, from 9:00-10:00 a.m. PT.

What Counts As Success? Assessing The Impact Of Civics In Higher Ed 04.03.2026 58min

The Alliance for Civics in the Academy hosts ”What Counts as Success? Assessing the Impact of Civics in Higher Ed” with Trygve Throntveit, Rachel Wahl, Joseph Kahne, and Peter Levine on February 18, 2026, from 9:00-10:00 a.m. PT.

Resilient Realists: How Taiwan Navigates Its Future In A Turbulent World 04.03.2026 1h 25min

The Hoover Institution’s Project on Taiwan in the Indo-Pacific Region held a public session on Resilient Realists: How Taiwan Navigates Its Future in a Turbulent World on March 2, 2026 from 1:00-2:30 PM PT.