Delivering Democracy 2025

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Delivering Democracy 2025 Distinguished Speaker: Spike Lee

Inaugurated in 2014, Delivering Democracy has become one of the most anticipated annual events at ASU and in the communities of which the university and the center are a part. The program invites us all to consider the nature of democracy and the subtle, explicit, historic and contemporary issues that shape this essential national ideal. Delivering Democracy features visionary individuals who challenge the traditional boundaries of democratic ideals and address key challenges that emerge around issues of race and democracy. The CSRD envisions Delivering Democracy as a safe and inclusive space that enables us to overcome polarization and division.

Spike Lee is a notable writer, director, producer, actor, and author who revolutionized both the landscape of independent cinema and the role of black talent in film. Widely regarded as a premiere African American filmmaker, Lee is a forerunner in the “do-it-yourself” school of filmmaking. Spike Lee’s movies are a series of outspoken and provocative socio-political critiques that challenge our cultural assumptions not only about race but also class and gender identity. He has not only solidified his own standing as one of contemporary cinema's most influential figures but also revolutionized the role of black talent in Hollywood, tearing away decades of stereotypes and marginalized portrayals to establish a new arena for African American voices to be heard.

Our Delivering Democracy events consider the nature of democracy and the subtle, emphatic, historic and contemporary issues that shape this essential national ideal.

Delivering Democracy features visionary individuals who challenge the traditional boundaries of democratic ideals and address key challenges that emerge around issues of race and democracy. The CSRD envisions Delivering Democracy as a safe and inclusive space that enables us to overcome polarization and division. Join us as we experience an invaluable opportunity to enhance our shared understanding of the roots and possibilities of democratic striving and the power of the arts.

Delivering Democracy 2025 is made possible by the generous support of our sponsors. All sponsorships include reserved seating and levels. Reverse your seats today!

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Please contact CSRD Director Lois Brown or ASU Foundation contact Erin Walker to arrange sponsorships above $25,000.

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