Polls Polls Polls: Who’s Right, Wrong, and Why Do or Don’t They Matter? (video)

On November 2, 2024 the National Institute presented the third in a series of webinars entitled "What's at Stake: Expert Perspectives on the 2024 Election," hosted by Professor Anthea Butler of the University of Pennsylvania. In this episode, Professor Fredrick Harris of Columbia University discusses the recent polling of the 2024 election cycle, paying attention to the groups not often polled during election cycles as well as the usefulness of polling and what it can and can’t measure.

Body Politics: Legal Issues in the 2024 Election Cycle (video)

On October 9, 2024 the National Institute presented the second of a series of webinars entitled "What's at Stake: Expert Perspectives on the 2024 Election," hosted by Professor Anthea Butler of the University of Pennsylvania. In this episode, Professor Tobias Wolff of the University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School discusses his work and research on how abortion, LGBTQ issues, gender, and sexuality play a role in defining the 2024 election cycle from a legal perspective.

Threats to American Democracy: 2024 as a Defining Year (video)

On September 25, 2024 the National Institute presented the first of a series of webinars entitled "What's at Stake: Expert Perspectives on the 2024 Election," hosted by Professor Anthea Butler of the University of Pennsylvania. In this episode, Professor Ruth Ben-Ghiat of New York University discusses her book Strongmen and identifies the threats to American democracy that are at stake in the 2024 election cycle.

NEW WEBINAR SERIES: "What's at Stake: Expert Perspectives on the 2024 Election"

Please join us as we host a series of educational webinars focused on the upcoming general election in the United States. The series brings together subject matter experts in one-on-one conversations about various political and social issues at stake in this year’s election cycle, which is shaping up to be one of the most dramatic, momentous, and consequential in years. Moderated by Professor Anthea Butler of the University of Pennsylvania.

David Remnick to Receive 2024 Gold Honor Medal

The National Institute of Social Sciences is delighted to announce David Remnick, journalist, author, and Editor of The New Yorker, as one of the 2024 Honorees for its Gold Honor Medal for distinguished service to society and humanity. Mr. Remnick and the other Honorees will be celebrated at the 110th Gold Medal Gala, which will be held in person in New York City on Tuesday, December 10, 2024.

Ken Burns to Receive 2024 Gold Honor Medal

The National Institute of Social Sciences is delighted to announce documentarian and filmmaker Ken Burns as one of the 2024 Honorees for its Gold Honor Medal for distinguished service to society and humanity. Mr. Burns and the other Honorees will be celebrated at the 110th Gold Medal Gala, which will be held in person in New York City on Tuesday, December 10, 2024.

Bryan Stevenson to Receive 2024 Gold Honor Medal

The National Institute of Social Sciences is delighted to announce Bryan Stevenson, Founder and Executive Director of the Equal Justice Initiative, as one of the 2024 Honorees for its Gold Honor Medal for distinguished service to society and humanity. Mr. Stevenson and the other Honorees will be celebrated at the 110th Gold Medal Gala, which will be held in person in New York City on Tuesday, December 10, 2024.

2023 Gold Medal Gala Tickets on Sale

You are cordially invited to the 109th Annual Gold Medal Gala, honoring Jonathan F. Fanton, Dr. Anthony S. Fauci, and James H. and Marilyn H. Simons. This event will take place live in person on Tuesday, December 5, 2023, from 6:00 to 9:30 pm Eastern Time at the Metropolitan Club in New York City.

Tickets and tables are limited. Reserve your spot today!

Jim & Marilyn Simons to Receive 2023 Gold Honor Medals

The National Institute of Social Sciences is delighted to announce James H. Simons and Marilyn H. Simons, Co-Founders and Co-Chairs of the Simons Foundation, as two of the 2023 Honorees for its Gold Honor Medal for distinguished service to society and humanity. Mr. & Mrs. Simons and the other Honorees will be celebrated at the 109th Gold Medal Gala, which will be held in person in New York City on Tuesday, December 5, 2023.