Madeleine Albright at Washington Jewish Literary Festival September 16, 2006

The Washington DCJCC's Hyman S. & Freda Bernstein Jewish Literary Festival and the Gerald L. Bernstein Memorial Lecture present
Madeleine Albright
"The Mighty and the Almighty: Reflections on America, God, and World Affairs"
8:00 pm, Reception follows program
IN ADVANCE: $15, Discounted Member Price $10
AT THE DOOR: $20, Discounted Member Price $15
At the Washington DCJCC, 1529 16th Street NW

Does America have a special God-given mission to bring liberty and democracy to the world? How much influence does the Christian right have over U.S. foreign policy? And how should America deal with violent Islamist extremists? Madeleine Albright, the former Secretary of State and best-selling author of Madam Secretary, offers a thoughtful and often surprising look at the role of religion in shaping America’s approach to the world. Drawing upon her experiences while in office and her own deepest beliefs about morality, the United States and the present state of international affairs, Albright offers her thoughts about the most controversial topics of our time. In this illuminating account, she argues that, to be effective, U.S. policy-makers must understand the power and place of religion in motivating others and in coloring how American actions are perceived. Defying the conventional wisdom, she suggests not only that religion and politics are inseparable, but that their partnership, when properly harnessed, can be a force for justice and peace. Join this world leader in person as she presents her hopeful challenge to those who care about the future of world affairs.

This annual lecture is made possible by a generous endowment from Tamara and Harry Handelsman in honor of the memory of Tamara Handelsman’s brother, Gerald L. Bernstein.

Presented in cooperation with the J’s Office of Public Affairs

For tickets, call (800) 494-TIXS or purchase online at www.boxofficetickets.com.

Official Website: http://www.dcjcc.org/arts/literature