Division and Democracy: Remembering, Responding, and Shaping the Future

Name: Division and Democracy: Remembering, Responding, and Shaping the Future
Start: 2025-10-13T11:00:00-05:00
End: 2025-10-13T13:30:00-05:00
Location: South Dakota Military Heritage Alliance, Inc.

Schedule

Mon Oct 13 2025 at 11:00 am to 01:30 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

South Dakota Military Heritage Alliance, Inc. | Sioux Falls, SD

Rotary’s focus on Peacebuilding and Conflict Prevention guides this timely discussion on political tension, violence, and the role of civil discourse. Panelists Melissa Hiatt (Levav Leadership), Dr. David Wiltse (SDSU Political Science), and Dr. Joel Allen (DWU McGovern Center) will explore history, human response, and leadership in divisive times. Moderated by Eric S. Erickson, Club President, this program underscores Rotary’s commitment to integrity, decency, and constructive dialogue.
The buffet lunch will be available beginning at 11:30 am. The menu will be: Grilled chicken, scalloped potatoes, green beans and salad bar.
The presentation, at the club’s regular weekly meeting, will be held at the South Dakota Military Heritage Alliance in Sioux Falls and will begin at noon. All Downtown Sioux Falls Rotary Club programs are open only to Rotarians and their guests. All programs are subject to the club's Privacy Policy. Local media are invited to attend to record the session.
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