Gender and Sexuality Issues in the 2012 Elections

July 11, 2012

Pamela Conover, Burton Craige Distinguished Professor of Political Science

What is the role of government in private life? Why do the personal lives of individuals become the focus for political candidates and parties? Same-sex marriage, contraception, abortion, and gender equality issues continue to lead headlines in this election season. This talk will examine the heated cultural terrain of women’s rights, gender, and sexuality in the United States and discuss the causes, manifestations, and implications of placing them in the middle of electoral politics.

TIME: 5:30-7:00 p.m.

All Humanities in Action events take place at Flyleaf Books in Chapel Hill. There are no preparatory readings for Humanities in Action events.

Program Tuition: Register ahead of time and pay $18.00 per program or pay only $8 if you are a member of the UNC General Alumni Association (GAA). To check your membership status or to join the GAA, please visit alumni.unc.edu or call 800.962.0742. GAA membership is open to all UNC alumni and friends. Tuition is $20.00 for everyone paying at the door.

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