92nd Street Y (92Y) (Venue Partner)
1395 Lexington Ave
212.415.5500
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nasr
- When
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Monday Dec 7, 2009 (8:15pm)
- Where
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Directions: Corner of 92nd St and Lexington Ave
- Price
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$27
- Links
“As an adviser to Obama administration official Richard Holbrooke, Vali Nasr is in a position to turn his ideas into policy. Tonight, he makes his argument that capitalism and the consumerization of the Middle East is the best way to fight religious extremism. While some are skeptical of such a corporate fix, we can't help being curious about Professor Nasr's plan. At the very least, it should ignite a spirited discussion at the 92Y among the intelligent and opinionated audience.”
Chris Kompanek, Flavorpill
Vali Nasr
Vali Nasr, a senior fellow for Middle Eastern studies at the Council on Foreign Relations, argues that the great battle for the soul of the Middle East will be fought not over religion, but over business and capitalism. Learn why extremism has become such a problem, how regional stability can evolve, and how Middle East-U.S. relations can be dramatically improved.
