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St. Martin’s is pleased to be part of the 2025 Civil Discourse Speaker Series. This year’s speaker, Allan Carey, Director of Sphere Education Initiatives at the Cato Institute, will speak to Upper School students, followed by a Q&A, at an StM-only event on campus Tuesday, March 25. In addition, the public is invited to attend a free event that evening, from 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. at Isidore Newman School.

Tuesday, March 25
5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
Isidore Newman School | Henson Auditorium
5333 Danneel Street
Free and Open to the Public
 
The anniversary of America’s remarkable though imperfect founding 250 years ago is an opportunity to evaluate the importance of freedom of speech and freedom of conscience, and of our willingness to speak our minds without fear of silencing.

John Landrum will interview Allan Carey on the importance of these critical freedoms in America’s ongoing journey to protect and expand equal rights, and on modeling effective methods to bring civil discourse and controversial topics into the classroom.
 
About Our Speaker: Allan Carey
Allan Carey is the Director of Sphere Education Initiatives at the Cato Institute, where he leads the organization’s efforts to engage grades 5-12 educators, including the annual Sphere Summit on civic education, civil discourse, and the institutions of civic culture.

With nearly two decades of experience in education, Allan has previously taught in high schools, colleges, and nonprofits, covering a range of courses that include history, philosophy, economics and management, and leadership.

Allan holds a BA in political science, history, and philosophy from Ashland University and an MA in politics from the University of Dallas. He lives in Arlington, Virginia with his wife and son.

Sponsored by the Greg Rusovich and Jay Lapeyre Families