Cornel West & Robert P. George: A Face-Off. When was the U.S. at its best (and at its worst)?
Join us for an unmissable evening of deep dialogue and spirited debate as two of America’s most prominent public intellectuals take the stage together at the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum. Philosopher and activist Dr. Cornel West and conservative legal scholar Professor Robert P. George will explore a provocative question: When was the United States at its greatest – and when did it falter most?
In this faceoff, these longtime friends and ideological opposites will examine defining moments in American history, challenge each other’s perspectives, and model how respectful discourse can illuminate difficult truths about our nation’s past and present.
This is a rare opportunity to witness meaningful conversation across divides – and to reflect on what it means to pursue a more perfect union.
Details on Attending
Where
Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum
303 Pearl St NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504
When
Friday, November 14, 2025
Private Friends of Ford Member Reception: 5:30 p.m.
Program: 6:30 p.m.
Program Supporters
In partnership with the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum and the Secchia Family Foundation, the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Foundation is proud to bring Cornel and Robert to Grand Rapids.
