Fascism, Democracy, & the Rule of Law with Asha Rangappa

Schedule

Tue Apr 21 2026 at 05:30 pm to 07:00 pm

UTC-04:00

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World Affairs Council | Hartford, CT

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Authoritarianism is on the rise. Join Yale's Asha Rangappa, former FBI special agent, as we discuss fascism, democracy, and the rule of law.
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With authoritarianism on the rise, the nation and the world confront what it means to maintain a healthy democracy.

Join Asha Rangappa, Senior Lecturer at Yale and former FBI special agent, as we discuss fascism, democracy, and the rule of law.


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Tuesday, April 21, 2026 | 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Studio A, World Affairs Council | 1049 Asylum Ave, Hartford

Tickets: $28 General Admission | $18 Member Admission



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Agenda

🕑: 05:30 PM - 06:00 PM
Reception
🕑: 06:00 PM - 07:00 PM
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