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In-Person Event: Autocracy, Disorder, and the Rule of Law

It would seem that globalization of economics and cultures should produce greater understanding and appreciation of people in other parts of the world. But instead, it seems to instill fear of those "others" as they are seen to be closer and more frightening. The first wave, in the Industrial Revolution, led to the first World War, the second wave led to World War II, and the current third wave, including the Cold War, is marked by geopolitical tensions, civil wars, and mass refugee crises, all of which provide openings for power grabs by would-be autocrats who prey on the fears of the populace. We will look at recent efforts of autocrats to challenge the Rule of Law by undercutting the judiciary. The objective is to equip ourselves to counter those dangerous impulses as they arise.

This special lecture is presented as part of our Osher Institute's 20th Anniversary by Wayne McCormack. Wayne has been teaching Osher classes since 2011. He received his BA degree from Stanford University in 1966 and JD from University of Texas in 1969. He taught at the University of Georgia 1970-75 and was Associate Director of the Association of American Law Schools from 1975-78. He joined the Utah faculty in 1978 and served as the Thode Professor of Law until retiring in 2022.

Spring 2024

04-05-2024, Friday

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM (MT)

Location: Continuing Education Bldg, 540 Arapeen Dr, SLC, 84108

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