World Affairs Council Presents Reforming Washington: Using the Internet to Impact American Politics December 17, 2008

The internet and social networking technology are becoming a very effective method for these national movements to achieve their aims in ending corruption in the United States Congress and reducing the influence of money in Washington. Technology visionary Lawrence Lessig discusses changing the way Washington works and his non-partisan reform initiative, Change Congress, an organization working to fight political corruption. Following the event, Netroots Nation and Change Congress will host a reception with Professor Lawrence Lessig.

Check-in: 6:30 PM; Program: 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM

For more information and to register, visit the Council's website, call 415-293-4600, or email [email protected].

Official Website: http://www.itsyourworld.org