Can watching a film help save American Democracy? The answer may possibly be YES!
Join fellow MPU members and friends and neighbors for a screening of the recent documentary “Join or Die” a film about why you should join a club — and why the fate of America depends on it.
About the event:
What: Film Screening of Join or Die
Where: The American Legion Posts 283 15247 La Cruz Dr, Pacific Palisades, CA 90272, USA
When: Sunday October 6th 1:30- ~4:30
Who: +MPU Members + their friends, + American Legion Members + their friends
Why: To convene with friends and neighbors, watch a film about the importance of clubs and communities, and share our thoughts about the future of our towns and country
Cost: Free of charge to those who RSVP
- The ~90 minute film will start promptly at 1:45 followed by a discussion on how the importance of community can lead to realizing the American Dream.
- The American Legion Post 283 in Pacific Palisades will host our MPU members, Post 283 members, along with friends and neighbors for this special event.
- “Cinema” snacks and drinks will be provided.
About Join or Die
Trailer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4oDVf8sOG9w
Join or Die is a film about why you should join a club — and why the fate of America depends on it. Follow the story of America’s civic unraveling through the journey of Robert Putnam, whose legendary “Bowling Alone” research into American community decline may hold the answers to our democracy’s present crisis.
In this feature documentary, follow the half-century story of America’s civic unraveling through the journey of legendary social scientist Robert Putnam, whose groundbreaking “Bowling Alone” research into America’s decades-long decline in community connections could hold the answers to our democracy’s present crisis. Flanked by influential fans and scholars — from Hillary Clinton, Pete Buttigieg, and Surgeon General Vivek Murthy to Eddie Glaude Jr., Raj Chetty, and Priya Parker — as well as inspiring groups building community in neighborhoods across the country, join Bob as he explores three urgent civic questions: What makes democracy work? Why is American democracy in crisis? And, most importantly… What can we do about it?
Additional information
Please find street parking
NO PARKING BEHIND THE AMERICAN LEGION