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| 1: Committee on the Public Understanding of Religion |
Abstract for Online Program Book (maximum 150 words)
Susan Brenneman, Op-ed Editor at The Los Angeles Times, will interview Randall Balmer, winner of AAR’s 2024 Martin E. Marty Award for Public the Public Understanding of Religion.
They will discuss “hot topics” of the day and doing public scholarship during these challenging times.
This session will celebrate Professor Balmer's long and distinguished record of scholarship on religion and politics, as well as his innovative work on documentaries with PBS, his service as an expert witness in several First Amendment cases, and frequent appearances on major national media outlets that deepen our understanding of current issues.
Professor Balmer will be presented with the Marty Award during the AAR Awards and Member Reception on Sunday, 6:30-7:30pm.