October is American Government Month at Friday American Experience
Election day in the US is November 5th. No Presidential campaign this year, but local political campaigns are in full swing. 2 documentaries and a speaker.
Fridays at 6 p.m.
American Corner Trieste
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Oct. 4th—Understanding Government—The Legislative Branch (50 Min). The Senate and the House of Representatives: how laws are made, the influence of lobbyists and special interests, checks and balances between the 2 houses and the branches of Government.
Oct. 11th—Understanding Government—The Judicial Branch (50 min.). Federal Courts and the Supreme Court oversee the laws of the land in keeping with the US Constitution.
Oct. 18th—JFK vs Obama: Presidential Persuasion at its Best -Sheila Khawaja, guest lecturer—Master in Translation and Interpretation, will compare the speaking styles of these two charismatic presidents.
Oct. 25th - No Documentary due to Halloween Party for children.