Frank Bruni: An Age of Grievance
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R. Scott Falk Memorial Program

Frank Bruni: An Age of Grievance

A discussion on polarization and rage with Eboo Patel

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Frank Bruni, renowned New York Times columnist, guides Chicago Humanities on an incisive exploration of our cultural obsession with grievance that has permeated both political spectrums. Grievance dominates our unpredictable political landscape as all sides label disappointment or dissent as personal injury, fueling blame and rage. In his latest work, The Age of Grievance, Bruni acknowledges the historical importance of grievance, yet questions the contemporary fusion of authentic and fabricated grievances. Through vivid political, cultural and personal examples, Bruni and Interfaith America Founder and President Eboo Patel confront the roots and consequences of our polarized society, offering crucial insights and a roadmap toward restoring civic unity.

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A book signing will follow this program.


This program is generously underwritten by the R. Scott Falk Family Fund.

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Frank Bruni

Frank Bruni

Frank Bruni has been a prominent journalist for more than threedecades, including more than twenty-five years at T...

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Eboo Patel

Eboo Patel

Eboo Patel is a civic leader who believes that religious diversity is an essential and inspiring dimension of America...

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