Tensions in American Conservative Thought

Matthew Continetti of the American Enterprise Institute discusses his book The Right: The Hundred Year War for American Conservatism, which explores the history of American conservatism from the Progressive Era to the present day. Continetti shares his insights about the developments and pressures that have shaped conservative thought and the conflicts between a desire for mainstream acceptance and the pull of extremism and populism. Moderating the conversation is UVA Professor of Politics Gerard Alexander, who is also president of the Blue Ridge Center.

Lunch will be served starting at 11:30 AM. Continetti's book will be available for purchase. Parking is not available at Bond House. If you plan to drive, there is paid parking within walking distance at the Oakhurst Inn and Central Grounds Garage. For additional handicap accessible parking spots, consult this.

The Nau Lab's “Touchstones of Democracy” series explores key events, places, thinkers, and texts that inform the history and principles of democracy. The spring 2025 conversations are produced at the University of Virginia by the Karsh Institute of Democracy and the College and Graduate School of Arts & Sciences. This event is co-sponsored by the Blue Ridge Center.

Host or Publisher UVA Karsh Institute of Democracy