Black Swans, Unknown Unknowns and October Surprises in the 2024 Elections

On Friday, Sept. 13, from 7:30-9 p.m., Or Emet will host a Shabbat service led by Rabbi Eva Cohen, followed by a program and social time.

The evening’s events will take place at the Minnesota JCC Sabes Center Minneapolis, 4330 S. Cedar Lake Road, Minneapolis. 

Following the service, David Schultz will present “Black Swans, Unknown Unknowns and October Surprises in the 2024 Elections.” 

The 2024 election is one of the most unpredictable in recent American history, with many events defying conventional wisdom. More surprises are certainly possible. Schultz’s talk will look at what other black swans could emerge between now and election day.

Those who cannot attend in person may join over Zoom. Please register in advance here. 

Schultz is a distinguished university professor of political science and legal studies at Hamline University and an adjunct professor of law at the University of Minnesota and the University of St. Thomas. He is a three-time Fulbright scholar who has taught extensively in Europe and Asia, and is the winner of the Leslie A. Whittington national award for excellence in public affairs teaching,

The author of numerous books and articles, Schultz is regularly interviewed and quoted in the local, national and international media, including The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, the Economist and National Public Radio.

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