The Tea Party and the Remaking of Republican Conservatism, a talk featuring Theda Skocpol, Professor at Harvard University, and commentary by Tom Emmer, former Minnesota State Representative, explores the impact of the Tea Party movement on American politics. The event, held on November 10, 2011, at the Humphrey School of Public Affairs, discusses the beliefs, activities, and political influence of Tea Party members, as outlined in Skocpol's new book co-authored with Vanessa Williamson. Emmer provides insights into the movement's development and future. The event is free and open to the public, with registration required. Skocpol, a leading scholar in comparative politics and American politics, focuses on civic engagement, governmental transformation, and U.S. social and educational policies. Emmer, a Republican gubernatorial candidate in 2010, has a background in political science and law. The event is moderated by Professor Lawrence R. Jacobs. Parking and directions are available on the website. For more information and disability accommodations, contact (612) 625-5340 or e-mail cspg@umn.edu.The Tea Party and the Remaking of Republican Conservatism, a talk featuring Theda Skocpol, Professor at Harvard University, and commentary by Tom Emmer, former Minnesota State Representative, explores the impact of the Tea Party movement on American politics. The event, held on November 10, 2011, at the Humphrey School of Public Affairs, discusses the beliefs, activities, and political influence of Tea Party members, as outlined in Skocpol's new book co-authored with Vanessa Williamson. Emmer provides insights into the movement's development and future. The event is free and open to the public, with registration required. Skocpol, a leading scholar in comparative politics and American politics, focuses on civic engagement, governmental transformation, and U.S. social and educational policies. Emmer, a Republican gubernatorial candidate in 2010, has a background in political science and law. The event is moderated by Professor Lawrence R. Jacobs. Parking and directions are available on the website. For more information and disability accommodations, contact (612) 625-5340 or e-mail cspg@umn.edu.