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SUMMARY:Looking Back - Looking Ahead - 2023 in Review/Predictions for 2024
DESCRIPTION:This is\, without question\, my most eagerly awaited program of the year returns! Last year\, this program sold out at every venue – so reserve your seats early! \nPerhaps it’s just the era we are in\, but this year seemed to be one of the most extraordinary of our lifetimes. We saw a major and terrifying war involving Israel\, the former president of the United States of America being found responsible for sexual assault and for fraud in separate courts while facing significant criminal charges in several venues\, the House of Representatives in utter chaos\, Chicago sports teams collapsing\, a major crisis of migrants at the southern border and in Chicago\, and a wild presidential election awaiting us. \nIn early December of each year\, I present a look back at the year coming to a close. I will list: \n√ Top Ten News Stories of 2023 \n√ Top Ten Quotes of 2023 \n√ Top Ten New Words of 2023 \n√ Important Deaths of 2023 \nPREDICTIONS!\nAnd then comes the part everyone enjoys – I will make ten specific predictions for 2024! Who will be elected president? Will Donald Trump be sent to prison? Will a solution be found for the migrant crisis or for inflation? What new breakthroughs will science and technology offer us in the coming year? \nAnd just so you can keep me honest\, I will show you precisely what I predicted for 2023. We will assess how correct – or not – I was in my predictions for this year!! \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/looking-back-looking-ahead-2023-in-review-predictions-for-2024-pm-2/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:American History,Chicago History,Cultural History,Economic History,Legal History,Political History,Sports History
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SUMMARY:The Trials Of Trump
DESCRIPTION:The multiple indictments of former President Donald Trump in 2024 have shocked and divided the nation. Although other former Presidents could have been indicted (click here for more context)\, the conviction of a former President for sexual assault  and the subsequent\nindictments for illegal hush money payments to a prostitute\, the mishandling and hiding of top-secret\, classified documents\, a scheme to defraud voters through various means related to the 2020 election\, Electoral College\, and January 6\, and the blistering\, multi-count racketeering indictment for allegedly breaking numerous election laws in Georgia are without precedent. \nIn this non-partisan multimedia presentation\, we will examine the intense legal problems – past and present – faced by former President Donald J. Trump. We will address the venues\, charges\, and likelihood of conviction in each trial. \nThe Past Trials of Trump\nIn 1972-3\, a U.S. Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division investigation into racial discrimination in housing by the Trump organization ended with Donald Trump and his father paying one of the most enormous fines in history. Significantly\, it was a Republican Attorney General appointed by Richard Nixon\, who approved the investigation. \nThroughout his business career\, Donald Trump has had to settle many cases in which he and his organization were at fault. A lawsuit against Trump University for fraud was resolved through a series of agreements. In November 2016\, shortly after the U.S. presidential election\, President-elect Donald Trump agreed to pay $25 million to settle the three fraud lawsuits against Trump University. \nThe Indictments: Falsifying Tax Documents\nIn March 2023\, former President Donald Trump faced his initial indictment from the Manhattan\, New York\, District Attorney on state charges connected to a hush-money transaction involving adult film actress Stormy Daniels in 2016. \nThe New York prosecutors claim that Trump was involved in an illicit scheme aimed at compromising the legitimacy of the 2016 election. \nFurthermore\, they assert that he took part in an illegal strategy to prevent unfavorable details from emerging\, which encompassed the $130\,000 payment. Former President Trump has pleaded not guilty in response to these allegations. \nThe Indictments: Mishandling Classified Documents\nIn June 2023\, a federal grand jury in Miami issued an indictment against Trump. The charges stemmed from his alleged possession of classified national defense documents taken from the White House after his presidential term ended\, along with accusations of obstructing government efforts to recover these materials. Both Trump and his associate\, Walt Nauta\, pleaded not guilty. \nSubsequently\, on July 27\, the special counsel leveled three new charges against Trump\, including an additional count of purposeful retention of national defense information. Nauta faced two new charges as well. Additionally\, a new defendant\, Carlos de Oliveira\, was introduced to the case and confronted with four charges\, including his inclusion in the conspiracy to obstruct justice\, as stated in the initial indictment. \nTHE INDICTMENTS: 2020 Election Interference\nThe third indictment against former President Donald J. Trump arises from an inquiry led by special counsel Jack Smith\, focused on purported endeavors by the former president and his associates to undermine the outcome of the 2020 election. The indictment contends that Trump\, along with an accomplice\, made efforts to exploit the disorder and unrest at the Capitol by urging legislators to postpone the certification of the election. \nAdditionally\, it claims that another associate encouraged then-Vice President Mike Pence to take actions that would run counter to the law to delay the recognition of President Joe Biden’s victory. Following the indictment\, the Trump campaign promptly denied the allegations. Subsequently\, Trump entered a plea of not guilty in response to all four charges. \nTHE INDICTMENTS: Georgia \nOn August 14\, a grand jury based in Atlanta issued an indictment against Trump and 18 others\, citing state-level charges that stem from their alleged endeavors to overturn the outcome of the former president’s 2020 election loss. \nThis significant indictment marks the fourth instance of criminal charges against Trump. The allegations\, unveiled as part of an extensive investigation overseen by Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis\, address some of the most conspicuous actions the former president and his supporters took to interfere with the 2020 presidential election. Unlike the accusations of election manipulation brought forth by special counsel Jack Smith\, Willis’ case possesses its protection: \n  \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/the-trials-of-trump-4/
LOCATION:North Shore Senior Center\, 161 Northfield Road\, Northfield\, 60093
CATEGORIES:American History,Legal History,Political History
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SUMMARY:Paul Revere A Patriot With A Purpose
DESCRIPTION:Paul Revere A Patriot With A Purpose\nPaul Revere is a unique figure in USA history.  His name is universally known for his “Midnight Ride\,” yet he seems to appear out of nowhere on that day and disappear the next.  Like Rosa Parks\, he seems to be important for one day of his life\, which changes American History and then simply vanishes.  But like Mrs. Parks\, Paul Revere was a brave\, determined\, and respected leader who led a rich\, full\, and important life before and after his moment of fame. \nWhile Americans recall something of the drama of Paul Revere’s ride\, the details are more harrowing\, exciting and heroic than you may realize. The CIA credits Revere as organizing the first spy network to protect America! \nPaul Revere was captured on his way to Lexington and Concord by the British -who threatened him with death. The daring Patriot escaped their clutches\, slipping through their lines and then riding tirelessly\, Revere saved the necks of John Hancock and John Adams.  Using his quick wits and unbelievable courage\, Paul Revere even managed to smuggle top-secret documents to safety -right under the nose of the British column! \nHow was Paul Revere a Patriot with a purpose? And which modern United States hero would be the most comparable to him? Click here to read my surprising answer! \nPlease join us for this exciting and unexpected multimedia presentation where we will learn about how the amazing Patriot Paul Revere helped organize Boston’s fierce resistance to foreign occupation\, revolutionized American industry – oh\, and managed to take the unforgettable midnight ride! \nTHIS PROGRAM IS FREE AND PRESENTED ON ZOOM THROUGH COOK MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY\nClick Here: REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED!\n\n  \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/paul-revere-a-patriot-with-a-purpose/
LOCATION:Cook Memorial Library\, 413 N. Milwaukee Ave\, Libertyville\, 60048\, United States
CATEGORIES:American History
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SUMMARY:What Just Happened - January 2024 Current Events
DESCRIPTION:Once a month\, you can be part of a current events discussion presentation discussion with a twist. Award-winning  professional historian Barry Bradford will help us learn “What Just Happened?” \nThis session is so unique because we will not just talk about our opinions about the news but also learn the history behind the events and their underlying significance. We’ll go through a number of the most exciting events of the month\, and there will be plenty of time for you to ask questions and offer your thoughts. \nIMPORTANT NOTE: ALL comments and questions must be respectfully asked using appropriate language. Speeches and misinformation will be terminated at the express choice of the moderator. \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/what-just-happened-january-2024-current-events-3/
LOCATION:North Shore Senior Center\, 161 Northfield Road\, Northfield\, 60093
CATEGORIES:American History,British History,Chicago History,Civil Rights,Current Events,Economic History,Legal History,Sports History,Women's History
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SUMMARY:What Just Happened - January 2024 Current Events (AM)
DESCRIPTION:Once a month\, you can be part of a current events discussion presentation discussion with a twist. Award-winning  professional historian Barry Bradford will help us learn “What Just Happened?” \nThis session is so unique because we will not just talk about our opinions about the news but also learn the history behind the events and their underlying significance. We’ll go through a number of the most exciting events of the month\, and there will be plenty of time for you to ask questions and offer your thoughts. \nIMPORTANT NOTE: ALL comments and questions must be respectfully asked using appropriate language. Speeches and misinformation will be terminated at the express choice of the moderator. \nCOST \nI ask for a voluntary donation of $5.00. If you cannot afford it or feel my programs are not worth $5.00\, email me\, and I will waive your fee. I am struggling to support a family\, so I understand with compassion living on a tight budget! \nCash/Check Payable to Barry Bradford \nBarry Bradford \nP.O. Box #177 \nDeerfield\, IL 60015 \nPut ‘January AM’ On The Subject Line\, Please. \nPaypal: \nPayPal (Please note\, PayPal takes 10% of your donation as a fee. I receive $4.50) \n \n√ Venmo  \n(send to @B-Bradford-1) Please add a note saying ‘January AM.’ \n√  Zelle – Use the email address Barry1776@ATT.NET (Please add a note that it is for January AM) \n√ Don’t pay (or pay less) if you cannot afford it! Email me for a waiver if you are not able to pay. \nRegistration \nClick Here To Register \nNO ZOOM LINK??  \nIf you do not receive a confirmation email\, you did not sign up correctly. SAVE THE CONFIRMATION EMAIL! If you cannot find your confirmation email\, check your spam folder. The other alternative is to go back to the website and sign up again. I cannot send you the link! They come straight from Zoom! \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/what-just-happened-january-2024-current-events-am/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:American History,British History,Chicago History,Civil Rights,Current Events,Economic History,Legal History,Sports History,Women's History
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SUMMARY:What Just Happened - January 2024 Current Events (PM)
DESCRIPTION:Once a month\, you can be part of a current events discussion presentation discussion with a twist. Award-winning  professional historian Barry Bradford will help us learn “What Just Happened?” \nThis session is so unique because we will not just talk about our opinions about the news but also learn the history behind the events and their underlying significance. We’ll go through a number of the most exciting events of the month\, and there will be plenty of time for you to ask questions and offer your thoughts. \nIMPORTANT NOTE: ALL comments and questions must be respectfully asked using appropriate language. Speeches and misinformation will be terminated at the express choice of the moderator. \nCOST \nI ask for a voluntary donation of $5.00. If you cannot afford it or feel my programs are not worth $5.00\, email me\, and I will waive your fee. I am struggling to support a family\, so I understand with compassion living on a tight budget! \nCash/Check Payable to Barry Bradford \nBarry Bradford \nP.O. Box #177 \nDeerfield\, IL 60015 \nPut ‘January PM’ On The Subject Line\, Please. \nPaypal: \nPayPal (Please note\, PayPal takes 10% of your donation as a fee. I receive $4.50) \n \n√ Venmo  \n(send to @B-Bradford-1) Please add a note saying ‘January PM.’ \n√  Zelle – Use the email address Barry1776@ATT.NET (Please add a note that it is for January PM) \n√ Don’t pay (or pay less) if you cannot afford it! Email me for a waiver if you are not able to pay. \nRegistration \nClick Here To Register \nNO ZOOM LINK??  \nIf you do not receive a confirmation email\, you did not sign up correctly. SAVE THE CONFIRMATION EMAIL! If you cannot find your confirmation email\, check your spam folder. The other alternative is to go back to the website and sign up again. I cannot send you the link! They come straight from Zoom! \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/what-just-happened-january-2024-current-events-pm/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:American History,British History,Chicago History,Civil Rights,Current Events,Economic History,Legal History,Sports History,Women's History
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