The Future of Democracy: Is Democracy in Decline? OCT 15, 2019 Erin Tor The Future of Democracy: Is Democracy in Decline? How do we restore faith in the American political system and in democracy as an institution? Hear from Batten Dean Ian H. Solomon and fellow panelists Melody Barnes, co-director, the Democracy Initiative and professor of practice, Miller Center of Public Affairs; Micah Schwartzman, director of the Karsh Center for Law and Democracy; Larry Terry, executive director of the Weldon Cooper Center for Public Service; and Larry Sabato, director of the Center for Politics; with moderator Mary Kate Cary, professor of practice, Politics Department, College of Arts and Sciences, as they discuss challenges and solutions to the future of democracy worldwide. This event was part of the University of Virginia's "Honor the Future" campaign kickoff. Read more about the event series in UVA TODAY. Ian H. Solomon Ian H. Solomon is dean of the Frank Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy, where he leads a multidisciplinary faculty in creating new knowledge and developing leaders who can solve humanity’s greatest policy challenges. Trained as a lawyer, Solomon is a devoted student and teacher of both negotiation and conflict resolution. Read full bio Related Content Ian H. Solomon Course Encourages Students To Incorporate Service Into Life After Grounds News Dean Solomon told students in a Democracy and Public Service course to be open to all methods of influencing their communities. “There is never just one bucket to draw from. For me, it’s important that action is aligned with my values.” He joined Melody Barnes of the UVA Karsh Institute of Democracy in teaching the course, a core requirement for UVA’s Public Service Pathways program. Raising the Bar for Human Development in Africa News Dean Solomon was in Tanzania recently to facilitate the kick-off panel of the African Human Capital Summit, which drew 1,000 people, including almost 100 African heads of state and ministers to delve into the issue of investing in youth education and other societal needs on the continent. Stay Up To Date with the Latest Batten News and Events Subscribe
Ian H. Solomon Ian H. Solomon is dean of the Frank Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy, where he leads a multidisciplinary faculty in creating new knowledge and developing leaders who can solve humanity’s greatest policy challenges. Trained as a lawyer, Solomon is a devoted student and teacher of both negotiation and conflict resolution. Read full bio
Course Encourages Students To Incorporate Service Into Life After Grounds News Dean Solomon told students in a Democracy and Public Service course to be open to all methods of influencing their communities. “There is never just one bucket to draw from. For me, it’s important that action is aligned with my values.” He joined Melody Barnes of the UVA Karsh Institute of Democracy in teaching the course, a core requirement for UVA’s Public Service Pathways program.
Raising the Bar for Human Development in Africa News Dean Solomon was in Tanzania recently to facilitate the kick-off panel of the African Human Capital Summit, which drew 1,000 people, including almost 100 African heads of state and ministers to delve into the issue of investing in youth education and other societal needs on the continent.