Center of the American Experiment

Fall Briefing with David Brooks

 

New York Times Columnist to Keynote American Experiment's 2008 Fall Briefing

By(line) Mitch Pearlstein

Every four years the country turns its attention to electing the next president of the United States.  As the power and reach of the federal government has grown over the years, the importance of electing the right man (or woman) has increased accordingly.  I don’t have to tell you that the direction the country takes on Iraq, Supreme Court Justices, health care reform, Social Security reform, and many other important issues will be heavily influenced by the winner in November.

   No matter your opinion of the candidates, you will not want to miss our post-election wrap-up with noted author and syndicated columnist, David Brooks, at our 2008 Fall Briefing on November 12 at the Pantages Theatre in downtown Minneapolis. 

   David Brooks is a brilliant columnist for The New York Times and a regular analyst on both the NewsHour with Jim Lehrer and National Public Radio’s All Things Considered.  He is the author of two terrific books, Bobos in Paradise and On Paradise Drive, and was on the staff of the Weekly Standard and Wall Street Journal.  He also has written for the likes of Newsweek, the Washington Post, and the Atlantic Monthly.  

  
  
 Largely responsible for coining the terms “Red State” and “Blue State” after the 2004 elections, David Brooks will have many insightful – and funny – things to say about the post-election direction of our country and what it might mean for conservative values and ideas. 
 
   
   
   Before the main program there will be excellent opportunities to meet and talk with Mr. Brooks at one of the Twin Cities' newest hot spots in downtown Minneapolis.  Row prices and benefits follow on the next page.  Please don’t forget that seating assignments are based on the order payments are received.  November 12 will be a great night to get together with conservative and unconservative friends from around Minnesota you won’t want to miss.

   
   Thank you for your faithful support of the Center, as we couldn’t even begin to do what we do without it.  To purchase rows or tickets, please contact Devin Foley at the number below.  The same for any questions you may have.  Hope to see you on November 12.

CHAIRMAN - $20,000 

Opportunity to greet David Brooks at the airport and escort him to downtown Minneapolis.
Four guests attend the Sponsor Dinner with David Brooks.
Ten guests attend the Host Reception with David Brooks, which includes formal photos, heavy hors d’oeuvres, and an open bar.
Row of ten seats at the Pantages Theatre.
Ten signed copies of Bobos in Paradise.
Printed recognition on all invitations and programs.

SPONSOR ROW -$10,000
Two guests attend the Sponsor Dinner with David Brooks.
Ten guests attend the Host Reception with David Brooks, which includes formal photos, heavy hors d’oeuvres, and an open bar.
Row of ten seats at the Pantages Theatre. (Behind Chairman Row.)
Signed copy of Bobos in Paradise.
Printed recognition on all invitations and programs.

HOST ROW - $5,000
Ten guests attend the Host Reception with David Brooks, which includes formal photos, heavy hors d’oeuvres, and an open bar.
Row of ten seats at the Pantages Theatre. (Behind Chairman and Sponsor Rows.)
Signed copy of Bobos in Paradise.
Printed recognition on all invitations and programs.

BENEFACTOR ROW - $1,000
Two guests attend the Host Reception with David Brooks, which includes formal photos, heavy hors d’oeuvres, and an open bar.
Row of ten seats at the Pantages Theatre.  (Behind Chairman, Sponsor and Host Rows.)
Printed recognition on all invitations and programs.

General Seating - $35 / Seat


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Or contact Devin Foley at (612) 338-3605 or
Devin.Foley@AmericanExperiment.org


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