Elections focus of lecture in Black American Studies series

8:07 a.m., Oct. 15, 2012--Two University of Delaware faculty members will discuss “The 2012 Elections: Who Wins, Who Loses and Why It Matters” in a Department of Black American Studies "brown bag" lecture series talk from 3:30-5 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 25, in 206 Kirkbride Hall.

Speakers will be Ted Davis, Jr., and David Wilson, associate professors in UD’s Department of Political Science and International Relations. 

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The discussion will focus on the 2012 elections as being of great political significance in a country that is deeply divided socially and politically and in which many citizens are profoundly concerned about the economy.

The lecture series is free and open to the public. Most lectures are about 30 minutes and are followed by open discussion. Participants are encouraged to come and enjoy a vibrant and stimulating exchange of ideas. 

For more information on the series or any of the lectures sponsored by the Department of Black American Studies, call 302-831-2897. 

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