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Our marquee stage will feature newsmaking conversations and interviews with some of the biggest names in politics, media, business, tech, and the arts. We’ll cover the most consequential issues of our time, exploring who we are as a nation, and what we might become.

This has been a year of unprecedented turmoil that has exposed significant inequalities throughout society. Corporations, more than governments, have heeded the call for change. What is the role of the private sector in bringing change? What can corporate America do to end systemic racism and economic inequality? The Atlantic will explore the power of companies large and small to make a difference.

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The events of 2020 have challenged leaders in every field: from the halls of Congress to the corporate corner office. In the next installment of the “Women in Washington” series, join The Atlantic to hear from women leaders in government, science, economics, and the media on how they are navigating the pandemic and the calls for social justice, and their vision for the future of America.

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Profound disruptions caused by the novel coronavirus pandemic have challenged employers and their workforce in ways that could not have been predicted or imagined. Join this expert panel for a compelling discussion on the future of work, how employers can support their multigenerational workforce during these unprecedented challenges, and how to foster equity and organizational growth and opportunity as we recover and rebuild. *This session is produced by our underwriter AARP, and not by The Atlantic's editorial team.

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There is no bigger story than the upcoming presidential election. Can Donald Trump do it again? How will the economy, the pandemic, and racial divisions impact how Americans vote, either in person or by mail? Join The Atlantic's Politics team for a conversation on the state of the race and the future of American politics.

Our marquee stage will feature newsmaking conversations and interviews with some of the biggest names in politics, media, business, tech, and the arts. We’ll cover the most consequential issues of our time, exploring who we are as a nation, and what we might become.

How fast can you solve The Atlantic's daily crossword puzzle? Would a little help from the puzzle master himself help? Join The Atlantic's Caleb Madison for a conversation about what makes a good puzzle, how to build one, and the future of games at The Atlantic .

The American dream has been derailed in 2020. The coronavirus pandemic exposed deep economic divides in the country. The killing of George Floyd exposed inequalities in justice. What will it take to provide all Americans a chance for opportunity? What does the reimagination of the American dream look like?

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This fall’s semester could change the course of higher education as we know it. From seminars to sports, the higher-ed campus will be very different. How will colleges and universities emerge from the pandemic? How will that impact the cost of an education and the ability of more Americans to afford one?

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From the beginning of the novel coronavirus, The Atlantic has worked to make sense of the latest science and health news and help readers navigate life during a pandemic. That work has come to life in our weekly podcast, Social Distance, where we’ve discussed the latest in medicine, science, and society as we grapple with how the pandemic has changed us. Join hosts James Hamblin and Katherine Wells in conversation with Atlantic staff writer and the COVID Tracking Project at The Atlantic's co-founder, Alexis Madrigal, to explore the next steps in the pandemic and answer your questions.

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The United States spends more on health care than any other developed country. Insurance, hospital visits, medication, and lab testing—all cost more here. What would it take to reduce the country’s health-care costs without sacrificing the quality of care?

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM ET | Atlantic Subscriber Event The American Crisis The past four years have been among the most turbulent in our history—and would have been so even without a global pandemic and waves of nationwide protest against police violence. How did we get here? A collection of recent journalism by Atlantic staff writers and contributors, The American Crisis explores the factors that led us to the present moment and undertakes a damage assessment: what we’ve already lost, and what we still might lose. Join editor in chief Jeffrey Goldberg and key Atlantic voices to discuss the book, and what we can take from it as we look ahead to the 2020 election. Speakers Adam Serwer Staff Writer, The Atlantic Jeffrey Goldberg Editor in Chief, The Atlantic Cullen Murphy Editor at Large, The Atlantic Adrienne LaFrance Executive Editor, The Atlantic

11:15 AM - 11:45 AM ET Subscriber Networking Are you an Atlantic subscriber? Join other subscribers and underwriters by clicking on the Networking button and you will be paired with another participant. Here are a few questions to help get the conversation started: What brings you to The Atlantic Festival this week? What sessions have you enjoyed most this week? What sessions have you found most surprising? What sessions are you most looking forward to?

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM ET The Small Business Solution to Inequality The coronavirus pandemic’s economic impact devastated small businesses across the country and amplified long-standing inequities. Black- and Latino-owned businesses were hit hardest. The economic ripple effects from the pandemic threaten to wipe out decades of investments in local communities, including thousands of jobs, if these businesses don’t survive. What will it take to keep the doors open while laying the groundwork for future endeavors and investments? Speakers Larry Ivory Chairman, National Black Chamber of Commerce Josh Silverman Chief Executive Officer, Etsy Ramiro Cavazos President and CEO, United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Jeanne Meserve Journalist and AtlanticLIVE Contributor Annie Lowrey Staff Writer, The Atlantic Alex West Steinman Co-founder and CEO, The Coven Chris Montana CEO, Du Nord Craft Spirits Franz Paasche* Senior Vice President, Corporate Affairs and Communications, PayPal Connie Evans* President & CEO, Association for Enterprise Opportunity Jeanette Bolden* Owner, 27th Street Bakery

1:00 PM - 1:15 PM ET Subscriber Networking Are you an Atlantic subscriber? Join other subscribers and underwriters by clicking on the Networking button and you will be paired with another participant. Here are a few questions to help get the conversation started: What brings you to The Atlantic Festival this week? What sessions have you enjoyed most this week? What sessions have you found most surprising? What sessions are you most looking forward to?

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM ET The State of K–12 Education As schools begin the fall semester and grapple with the dynamics of teaching during a pandemic, could this be a pivotal moment to begin repairing America’s fractured education system? How are schools, teachers, and students adapting to the new reality of education? What lessons have been learned from the pandemic? What systemic changes are needed to create a more equitable education system? The program is produced in partnership with Chalkbeat: https://www.chalkbeat.org/ Speakers Randi Weingarten President, American Federation of Teachers Richard Barth CEO, KIPP Foundation Susan Saulny Journalist and AtlanticLIVE Contributor Sal Khan Founder and CEO, Khan Academy Betty Rosa Interim Commissioner of Education and President, University of the State of New York Reema Amin Reporter, Chalkbeat

2:30 PM - 2:45 PM ET Subscriber Networking Are you an Atlantic subscriber? Join other subscribers and underwriters by clicking on the Networking button and you will be paired with another participant. Here are a few questions to help get the conversation started: What brings you to The Atlantic Festival this week? What sessions have you enjoyed most this week? What sessions have you found most surprising? What sessions are you most looking forward to?

3:00 PM - 3:45 PM ET Perception Hacking: Threats Real and Imagined, Ahead of 2020 Election* Influence operations will only accelerate between now and January 2021. How do we make sure people are ready for these threats without inadvertently amplifying them? When we see foreign interference around every corner, creating the perception of large influence operations might be easier, faster, and cheaper that running an actual deceptive campaign. What can technology platforms and newsrooms do to prepare? Join Nathaniel Gleicher and David Sanger for a conversation on the state of influence operations and our collective defenses against them. *This session is produced by our underwriter Facebook, and not by The Atlantic's editorial team. Speakers David E. Sanger* National Security Correspondent and Senior Writer, The New York TImes Nathaniel Gleicher* Head of Security Policy, Facebook