Join us for a reception and conversation with Senior Fellow and David J. Theroux Chair Phillip W. Magness on his explosive new book, The 1619 Project Myth!
In a no-holds-barred discussion with Independent’s president, Graham Walker, Dr. Magness will expose where the New York Times’ original 1619 Project went so wrong, the forgotten role free markets played in the abolition of slavery, and how history should—and shouldn’t—be studied.
Why do so many historical debates collapse into partisan talking points today? Who is The 1619 Project’s creator Nikole Hannah-Jones? Why did billion-dollar media giants like the New York Times and Hulu back this major initiative? Is there a future for objective historical scholarship in America?
Drs. Magness and Walker will tackle these questions and more in an eye-opening and fascinating conversation you won’t want to miss.
WHEN:
Thursday, July 17, 2025
6:00 p.m.: Wine and Hors d’Oeuvres Reception
7:00 p.m.: Program and Q&A
WHERE:
Independent Institute Conference Center
100 Swan Way
Oakland, CA 94621
Free Parking
TICKETS:
$30 (includes a copy of The 1619 Project Myth)
$15 General Admission (no book)
Independent Members: $5 discount
Students: Free (with I.D.)
Book sold at the event will be at $20
Reserve your ticket today:
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