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This is a final part of a four-part discussion series examining the ostensibly-sudden rise of nationalism in different parts of the world.

Building from themes that emerged from Parts One, Two, and Three, we'll explore the current political climate and the "nationalistic fervor" enveloping here in the U.S., including the following:

• "Nationalism" in response to and in opposition of "Globalism" and the current immigration policies.

• The overlap between "Nationalism" and "Populism."

• The invocation of "American Exceptionalism" as the basis for Nationalism.

• Nationalism based on selective interpretation of history.

• A "nostalgic" sense of nationalism.

• How "Nationalism" spills over into overseas or extraterritorial military expansion.

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A couple of years ago, we had a lengthy discussion on the notion of "American Exceptionalism" -- we'll continue that dialogue vis-à-vis "Nationalism."

FINALLY, we'll conclude the discussion with how we define "American Values" in the current political climate.

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Here's a soundtrack for this discussion:

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This is an invitation to attend and watch a live Motion Debate as an audience. This event is in collaboration with MotionDebate.com, as part of the monthly debate series. It's FREE to attend and complimentary beverages will be offered. To attend, please complete the RSVP on this meetup page and also register at the external splashpage by clicking here.

Brian Hanley and Conrad Shaw will team up against Erik Carter and Christina Zorbas. It will be moderated by Evan Rhoda.

This month's Motion: "Universal basic income is the most important solution to rising joblessness in America."

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PREVIOUS MOTION DEBATES:

• "Artificial intelligence poses a serious threat to the future of human existence." (Oct. 25th)

• "Higher education in America is worth the cost of tuition." (Sept. 28th).

• "It is difficult to successfully integrate or assimilate Islamic culture in the U.S." (Aug 24th)

• Is "Religion" more harmful to society than good? (July 26th)

On November 9, 2016, Donald J. Trump became the 45th President of the U.S. While some cheered this surprise victory, others expressed dismay and despondence -- the latter of which still resonate today.

As we embark on this one-year mark, we'll take a look back at how the Trump Presidency affected our daily, personal lives, if any at all. Here, we can offer anecdotal examples on a personal and introspective level.

This is a unique event because it will be the first time that we devote the entire event discussing the Trump Presidency.

To that end, we'll discuss the following:

I. How the Trump Presidency impacted your economic well being. Also, how certain domestic programs affected your personal, daily aspect of your lives. (e.g., rescinding of DACA, the attempted "repeal and replace" of Obamacare, the "Trump Tax Plan, the "Travel Ban," etc.)

II. How President Trump contributed -- or even instigated, in some instances -- to the overall mood of the country. (e.g., Charlottesville, the NFL protests, his relationship with Congress, interactions with the media, the infamous Twitter feuds, etc.)

We'll resume our "regular" monthly roundtable discussion, covering the most compelling stories and events unfolding in our City, the State, the Nation, and around the World. As always, there's plenty to discuss!

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Topics:

1) The City: a preview of the upcoming local elections.

2) The State: a preview of the State's November 7th Constitutional Convention Referendum (#NYConCon).

3) The Nation: a preview of the new cases before the U.S. Supreme Court'e 2017 Term -- including the:

• Wisconsin redistricting case;
• Colorado's "Masterpiece Cakeshop" case; and
• Trump v. International Refugee Assistance Project.

3) The World: Myanmar's Rohingya Refugee Crisis