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How did we go from journalism as a trusted form of information to an era of “fake news” and “alternative facts”? Presidential historian Harold Holzer examines the tension between chief executives and their chief critics, from George Washington to the present.
The talk is part of our free Fall Conference: “Democracy 20/20.” View all of the sessions recorded for the conference.
Digital Programs
Fall Conference Recorded Sessions
Videos from our free 2020 Fall Conference “Democracy 20/20.” View talks.
Upcoming Digital Events
Free lectures, discussions, and workshops, presented on our website and social media channels. See list of events.
Before Your Time Podcast Series
Exploring Vermont’s history, one object at a time. Produced with the Vermont Historical Society. See list of episodes.
The Portable Humanist Podcast Series
Listen to Vermont Humanities talks and learn when you’re on the go. View list of episodes.
Recent Digital Posts
The Informed Citizen, from Athens to Today
New York University Politics professor Melissa Schwartzberg discusses what it means to be an informed citizen in the context of the history of democracy, particularly in ancient Athens.
Cartoonist Jeff Danziger: Cartoonists are Still Foot Soldiers of Democracy
Political cartoonist Jeff Danziger discusses his role in a French documentary film, “Cartoonists, Foot Soldiers of Democracy,” and describes the origin of some of his recent editorial cartoons.
Vermont’s Temples of Democracy: A Tour with State Curator David Schutz
In an exclusive video tour, Vermont State Curator David Schutz explores the architectural symbolism of our beautifully-restored capitol building, and visits a rural town hall, another Vermont civic structure that enables us to govern ourselves.
Democracy Knitting Circle with Eve Jacobs-Carnahan
Knit Democracy Together is a modern take on historical knitting circles like those that supported the abolitionist and suffragist movements. At a time when people are losing confidence in government, this project creates a positive model of democracy.
Democracy, Social Change, and Representation in N’dakinna (Our Homeland)
Beginning with a greeting and historic overview of democracy in N’dakinna (Abenaki for Homeland), this panel of Abenaki voices considers the threads of place, home, belonging, and representation in a time of great social change.
Women’s Suffrage: Moral Advancement or Politics as Usual?
The suffrage movement operated under two very different principles. Elizabeth Cady Stanton saw women’s suffrage as a right that had been unfairly denied to women, while Frederick Douglass saw women’s suffrage as a means to save the country’s soul.
Justin Morgan’s Horse: Making an American Myth
Video: Amanda Gustin of the Vermont Historical Society explores the story of the first Morgan horse, which is tied up with the idea of Vermont identity, the relationship between humans and animals, and the creation of American myth.
Words in the Woods with Poet James Crews
Video: Poet James Crews, author of “Bluebird,” reads from and discusses his poetry at Jamaica State Park for our Words in the Woods series. He also shares writing prompts for those inspired by his words.
Before Your Time: Vermont on the Silver Screen
From “A Vermont Romance” to “Funny Farm,” our state has been featured in films for over a century. What are the myths that Hollywood creates about our lives in Vermont? And what are the myths that we create ourselves?
The Value of Our Stories
Video: Rajnii Eddins shares his poetry and discusses how our stories can be used to confront racism and other injustices, affirm diversity and equity, and initiate community dialogue.