The Engagement & Advancement Events team is delighted to announce that alumnus and University of Southampton Pro-Chancellor, Jon Sopel, will be hosting a lecture and book signing at 18:00 on Wednesday 13 December on Highfield Campus.
Jon will read a short extract from his book, ‘If Only They Didn’t Speak English: Notes from Trump’s America’. He will then discuss his views on politics in America today as well as take questions from the audience.
There are very few British journalists working today who understand the American political and cultural landscape as well as Jon. As the BBC’s North America Editor, he has gained rare access and insight into those shaping the world’s most powerful nation. He’s travelled on Air Force One, interviewed President Obama at the White House and has covered the last three presidential campaigns. He also went head-to-head with President Donald J Trump in a well-publicised press conference, during which Jon challenged the President on his Executive Order for an immigration ban.
The 2016 election shone a light on the divisions between black and white, young and old, rich and poor, urban and rural, educated and uneducated. In a new political era, Jon’s book can be seen as an, essential guide to the ‘New America’.
Join one of Britain’s best-known political journalists and distinguished alumnus for this special event. After the lecture, Jon will hold a book signing.
Although tickets for the event itself have sold out (there is a waiting list in operation), you can book ticket for the live stream of the event by clicking here (https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/watch-live-stream-jon-sopel-lecture-tickets-40778513632).
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