In response to significant community interest, American Public Square at Jewell is pleased to partner with Rockhurst University to offer a second community film screening of “Join or Die” this Fall on Thursday, September 19.
“Join or Die” is a film about why you should join a club — and why the fate of America depends on it. In this feature documentary, follow the half-century story of America’s civic unraveling through the journey of legendary social scientist Robert (Bob) Putnam, whose groundbreaking “Bowling Alone” research into America’s decades-long decline in community connections could hold the answers to our democracy’s present crisis.
Flanked by influential fans and scholars — from Hillary Clinton, Pete Buttigieg, and Surgeon General Vivek Murthy to Eddie Glaude Jr., Raj Chetty, and Priya Parker — as well as inspiring groups building community in neighborhoods across the country, join Bob as he explores three urgent civic questions: What makes democracy work? Why is American democracy in crisis? And, most importantly… What can we do about it?
Doors open at 5:00 pm; the screening will begin at 5:45 pm. The film length is 1 hour, 40 minutes. Popcorn and soda will be served.