Join our annual examination of important domestic issues, policies, programs and political trends facing our nation in 2026. (International issues are covered in our Wintersession course Great Decisions).

Past years have always provided us with an unlimited number of such topics for discussion and debate and this year is no exception. Continuing chaos exists across the current administration related to immigration, tariffs, education, healthcare and so many other facets of our daily lives. There is a question of the independence of Congress and the overriding threat of a constitutional crisis. All of this is set against a backdrop of crucial mid-term elections in November.

Format: Individual and team presentations are encouraged to provide a background for class discussion.

Resources/Expenses: There are no assigned texts or readings. We will provide a list of topics for discussion but always welcome class members’ suggestions. There are no anticipated expenses.

Coordinators: Dennis Flavin and David Hansen have coordinated this course and the Great Decisions course for several years. They strongly support the collaborative learning style with open, animated discussion and debate.