Based on his research, Dr. Wagner will examine the causes and reasons for our increasingly divided politics. Cutting through the noise, this program will show what to take from newscasts, campaigns, and polls and where conventional wisdom is often wrong. Dr. Wagner will present survey results, media reports, and analysis of the latest happenings in American Politics. The lecture will illustrate how the political system is shifting with new technology and unrestricted money from political interest groups. Combining visuals, data, and a little humor, Dr. Wagner will show how events, technology, media, and politicians shape the political discourse and what it means for America.

"Excellent lecture with wonderful audience interaction."- OLLI Patron

Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.