Today, September 14, you are invited to join Elan Journo, ARI director of Policy Research, and Steve Simpson, ARI director of Legal Studies, as they discuss freedom, American values, their new books and ARI’s ongoing efforts to promote a more rational culture.

Tune in here at 7:00 p.m. Pacific to watch the event live on YouTube.com.

Simpson will draw from his new book Defending Free Speech and Journo will expand on subjects addressed in his and Onkar Ghate’s recently published book Failing to Confront Islamic Totalitarianism: From George W. Bush to Barack Obama and Beyond.

Or, if you’re in the neighborhood, you’re invited to participate in the event at ARI Headquarters in Irvine, California, from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m Pacific. General admission is $15. Student admission is free. All attendees will receive a free copy of both books. Light appetizers will be served. Register here.