In The Loop: October 2024

On Monday, September 30th, The Policy Circle launched its Faith and Civic Life Initiative at the Museum of the Bible. Over 200 attendees joined us for a morning of thoughtful discussion on how faith shapes civic engagement. Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin and First Lady Suzanne Youngkin shared how their faith inspires their leadership, followed by a powerful panel on religious liberty and educational choice featuring experts from EdChoice and THE BECKET FUND . The event concluded with a conversation on values-driven voting led by faith leaders from diverse backgrounds.

Read the recap blog here for key insights and photos, and stream the panels from the Symposium below:

New Policy Brief

Have you read our newest Policy Brief, Faith and Civic Life? This Brief, crafted in partnership with Ambassador Enterprises, explores the history of religious liberty in the U.S. and the vital role faith-based organizations play in addressing societal challenges and strengthening civic life. It's the perfect topic for your next Circle Conversation!

Faith in America: A Conversation with Ian Rowe

Join us on Tuesday, October 22nd at 11 AM CT as we stream our recent conversation with Ian Rowe, Senior Fellow at AEI. He sat down with our CEO, Stacy Blakeley, to discuss the powerful intersection of faith and civic engagement. Don’t miss the live stream of this inspiring conversation on YouTube! Use this link to watch on 10/22.

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Ohio Day at the Capitol

Thursday, November 21, 2024

Columbus, Ohio

Join The Policy Circle for a Day at the Capitol, in partnership with the American Federation for Children. The event will feature expert panels on educational freedom, faith-based solutions, and strategies for securing government appointments, plus the launch of the All-State Appointments Project and opportunities to engage with policymakers.

Speakers:

• Haylee Dunahay: Director of Boards and Commissions, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine
• Ruth Edmonds: Christian Engagement Ambassador, Center for Christian Virtue
• Sharla Elton: Superintendent, Heritage Christian School
• Rabbi Eric "Yitz" Frank: President, School Choice Ohio
• Brian Hickey: Executive Director, Catholic Conference of Ohio
• Traci Woodard: Parent Advocate, Ohio

Facilitators:

• Walter Blanks Jr.: Spokesperson, American Federation for Children
• Kim Borchers: Associate Director of Civic Engagement, The Policy Circle
• Randan Steinhauser: Senior Advisor, The Policy Circle

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