Twilight of the Elites

Christopher Hayes contends that Americans distrust of once respected institutions is due to the failures of our leaders and their social and… read more

Christopher Hayes contends that Americans distrust of once respected institutions is due to the failures of our leaders and their social and economic distance from the rest of the population. At this Harvard Book Store event, Mr. Hayes talked about how the natural devolution of a meritocracy has occurred in American society. Christopher Hayes responded to questions from members of the audience at the Brattle Theater in Cambridge, Massachusetts. close

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Twilight of the Elites

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Program ID:
307532-1
Category:
Public Affairs Event
Format:
Speech
Location:
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States
First Aired:
Aug 18, 2012 | 10:59pm EDT | C-SPAN 2
Last Aired:
Sep 10, 2012 | 2:00am EDT | C-SPAN 2

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  • Aug 18, 2012 | 10:59pm EDT | C-SPAN 2
  • Sep 10, 2012 | 2:00am EDT | C-SPAN 2
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