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The Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics, a vibrant forum for civil discourse, civic engagement, and idea exchange across the political spectrum, features historical archives, exhibits, and public programs for all ages. Inspired by the public service of native Kansan, veteran, legislator, and statesman Senator Bob Dole and his wife Senator Elizabeth Dole, visitor galleries feature changing exhibits, the Kansas Veterans Virtual Memory Wall, architectural-scale stained glass American flag, and September 11 memorial.

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ERA in the Heartland: Ratification and Reconsideration in Kansas, 1973-1980

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Elizabeth Dole Gallery & Reading Room 2350 Petefish Drive, Lawrence, United States

In the early 1970s states raced to ratify the Equal Rights Amendment after it was passed in Congress. It seemed inevitable that the legislation, granting equal rights to men and women, would become the 27th amendment to the United States Constitution. Grassroots movements – for and against the amendment – mobilized swiftly in response. Highlighting […]

Election Administrators / Election Designers

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The Dole Institute of Politics 2350 Petefish Drive, Lawrence, KS, United States

Elections don’t just happen. They’re designed and administered by over 10,000 local election offices throughout the United States. Ahead of the General Election, explore how election administrators design and execute an election in your community from the moment an election is scheduled to long after the final ballot has been cast. This exhibit is presented […]

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The 2024 Dole Leadership Prize

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The Dole Institute of Politics 2350 Petefish Drive, Lawrence, KS, United States
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The Dole Institute of Politics will award the 2024 Dole Leadership Prize to Sandra Day O'Connor, former Associate Justice of the United States Supreme Court and founder of the nonprofit educational organization iCivics, at a public program on October 24 at 7 p.m. It is the first time the Institute has honored a recipient posthumously. […]

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How to Make Congress Work for the American People

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The Dole Institute of Politics 2350 Petefish Drive, Lawrence, KS, United States
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Public frustration with Congress has been the status quo since the institution’s very first days. Many point to constant gridlock and high levels of partisanship as the main problems that have led to Congress’s recent decrepitude. While partisanship and gridlock does impact Congress’s ability to be a responsive and representative body, an often underdiscussed problem […]

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KUCCO Annual Trunk or Treat

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The Dole Institute of Politics 2350 Petefish Drive, Lawrence, KS, United States

Join KU Center for Community Outreach and the Dole Institute of Politics for our annual Trunk or Treat! Located in the parking lot of the Dole Institute of Politics, all are welcome to join us for games, activities, and candy. Come in your best costume for a scary good time!

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Congress in the 21st Century

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The Dole Institute of Politics 2350 Petefish Drive, Lawrence, KS, United States
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In partnership with the Association of the Former Members of Congress, the Dole Institute will welcome Democratic and Republican former members of Congress for “Congress in the 21st Century,” a three-part Discussion Groups series. This series’ fellows will highlight their careers in public service and bipartisanship, and work with members of the Student Advisory Board […]

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World Leaders in Wartime: Abraham Lincoln

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The Dole Institute of Politics 2350 Petefish Drive, Lawrence, KS, United States
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Abraham Lincoln, often characterized as one of America’s preeminent war leaders, was a master politician who intuitively understood the political consequences of any decision.  Yet on matters of strategy, arguably the most important responsibility of a wartime president, Lincoln deferred to his military commanders rather than exercise his authority as commander-in-chief.  His strategy of deference […]

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Tribute to Veterans Gala

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The Dole Institute of Politics 2350 Petefish Drive, Lawrence, KS, United States

Join us in celebrating our Veterans and their families on Sunday, November 10, 2024. The program will include a Salute to Veterans from the University of Kansas ROTC and music from the Moonlight Serenade Orchestra. Reservations are required. Admission is free, however, space is limited. To make a reservation, please call the Dole Institute of […]

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Congress in the 21st Century

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The Dole Institute of Politics 2350 Petefish Drive, Lawrence, KS, United States
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In partnership with the Association of the Former Members of Congress, the Dole Institute will welcome Democratic and Republican former members of Congress for “Congress in the 21st Century,” a three-part Discussion Groups series. This series’ fellows will highlight their careers in public service and bipartisanship, and work with members of the Student Advisory Board […]

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The Counselors: Should the Draft Be Reinstated?

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The Dole Institute of Politics 2350 Petefish Drive, Lawrence, KS, United States
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Join us for the next edition of The Counselors—an engaging program featuring debates on contemporary topics. This fall, Dole Institute Visiting Fellows and attorneys Ed Duckers and Pedro Irigonegaray will debate whether or not the military draft should be reinstated in the United States with the assistance of expert witnesses. This program will be moderated […]

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The 2024 Post Election Conference: Kansas Panel

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The Dole Institute of Politics 2350 Petefish Drive, Lawrence, KS, United States
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Join Dole Fellow Jonathan Shorman as he moderates the Kansas Panel of the 2024 Post Election Conference. Shorman will lead a panel that will provide an overview of elections throughout Kansas this year, including the race to become the next representative of the Kansas 2nd Congressional District, and political realignment that has led eastern Kansas […]

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World Leaders in Wartime: Augustus the Strong, Elector of Saxony

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The Dole Institute of Politics 2350 Petefish Drive, Lawrence, KS, United States
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Popularly known as “the Strong” for his formidable physical vigor and power, Augustus II came to power in Saxony in 1694 and won the throne of the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth three years later. He then proceeded to conduct military operations against the Turks that resulted in the Treaty of Karlowitz before forming alliances with the rulers of […]

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