The Future of Democracy 

Former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright will join Dean Matthew Slaughter in conversation about the challenges facing democracies today and the fragility of freedom during these unprecedented times. Reflecting on her own experiences fleeing a communist coup in Czechoslovakia and immigrating to the United States, Secretary Albright will share insights and personal stories from her remarkable life and distinguished career in public service.

Sponsored by the Center for Business, Government and Society and Tuck Alumni Engagement.

Madeleine K. Albright is a professor, author, diplomat and businesswoman who served as the 64th Secretary of State of the United States. Secretary Albright received the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the nation’s highest civilian honor, from President Barack Obama on May 29, 2012. In 1997, she was named the first female Secretary of State and became, at that time, the highest ranking woman in the history of the U.S. government. As Secretary of State, Dr. Albright reinforced America’s alliances, advocated for democracy and human rights, and promoted American trade, business, labor, and environmental standards abroad. From 1993 to 1997, Dr. Albright served as the U.S. Permanent Representative to the United Nations and was a member of the President’s Cabinet. From 1989 to 1992, she served as President of the Center for National Policy. Previously, she was a member of President Jimmy Carter’s National Security Council and White House staff and served as Chief Legislative Assistant to U.S. Senator Edmund S. Muskie.

Secretary Albright’s headshot is courtesy of Lauren Bulbin.

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