Constitution Day Community Conversation

Hear diverse community voices reflect on what the Constitution means to them, and what our rights, freedoms, and responsibilities mean today
About this Event

For nearly 240 years, the U.S. Constitution has shaped our country even as it has been actively amended, interpreted, challenged, and debated. Join us in Mountain View on National Constitution Day to reflect on this document which continues to influence our rights, our freedoms, and our responsibilities to each other.

Rather than a lecture or traditional panel, the evening will bring together a wide range of voices from across our community. Retired Santa Clara County Superior Court Judge LaDoris Cordell will emcee, with speakers including a cinematographer of a critically acclaimed film, community college president, bar association leader, local transit board chair, scientist, youth trailblazer, rabbi, artist, disability rights champion, local elected official, veteran, teacher, trans community leader, formerly incarcerated advocate, and more. Each will offer a brief, personal reflection on a different part of the Constitution and what it means to them today.

The evening will begin with light refreshments and conversation from 6:30–7:00 pm, giving neighbors a chance to meet one another and our speakers, followed by the main program at 7:00 pm. Please RSVP so we can make sure there’s enough food for everyone.

This is a nonpartisan event, and everyone in our community is welcome.