A Conversation With Representative Derek Kilmer - 1/26


Today you can join a campus conversation with Derek Kilmer, Washington’s 6th District representative to the U.S. Congress, with an introduction by President Crawford. Rep. Kilmer will offer brief remarks, followed by an interactive Q&A on topics including:

  • What is before the country relative to health care, higher education, immigration reform, and environmental protection
  • Prospects for bipartisan cooperation in the House
  • How state-level policy-makers and activists can work to support their causes
  • Maintaining vigilance and optimism in the face of fears across the political spectrum

This is a unique opportunity for students, faculty, and staff to discuss issues important to the Puget Sound community directly with Rep. Kilmer. All members of the campus community are invited to participate.

A Conversation With Rep. Derek Kilmer
Jan. 26, 2017
4–5:30 p.m.
Tahoma Room, Thomas Hall

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