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Past Events


  • The Year Ahead

    January 3, 2019

    A Bully Pulpit The Year Ahead The Ripon Society’s Honorary Congressional Advisory Board Co-Chair and Ranking Member of the Energy & Commerce Committee Greg Walden (OR-2) shared his thoughts on the agenda for the coming year, both for his panel…


  • The Problem Solvers

    December 13, 2018

    A Policy & Politics Dialogue The Problem Solvers The Franklin Center’s Honorary Congressional Advisory Board Co-Chair Tom Reed (R-NY) was joined by the bipartisan caucus’ Democratic Co-Chair Josh Gottheimer (D-NJ) for a breakfast discussion on bipartisan leadership in the upcoming 116th…


  • Senator Shelley Moore Capito

    December 6, 2018

    A Bully Pulpit Senator Shelley Moore Capito The Ripon Society’s Honorary Congressional Advisory Board Senate Co-Chair Shelley Moore Capito (WV) will reflect back on the year, the Midterms, and share her thoughts on what the 116th Congress will bring. Thursday, December…


  • Honoring the Unsung Heroes of Capitol Hill

    December 3, 2018

    A Bipartisan Luncheon Honoring the Unsung Heroes of Capitol Hill The Ripon Society and Franklin Center will co-host their annual luncheon honoring Congressional Schedulers and Executive Assistants. In addition to announcing this year’s voted “Top 25,” special guest Patrick Jephson, who…


  • Chairman Kevin Brady

    November 29, 2018

    A Bully Pulpit Chairman Kevin Brady The Chairman of the House Ways & Means Committee will discuss the accomplishments of the 115th Congress and the areas of bipartisan agreement on the committee in the coming year. Thursday, November 29th EVENT…


  • Majority Leader Mitch McConnell

    October 18, 2018

    A Bully Pulpit Majority Leader Mitch McConnell In The Ripon Society’s final event before election day, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (KY) will look back at the work of the Senate over the past year. Thursday, October 18th EVENT SUMMARY


  • Senator Thom Tillis

    October 3, 2018

    A Bully Pulpit Senator Thom Tillis NRSC Vice Chair Thom Tillis (NC) will discuss Republican prospects for holding the Senate majority and analyze key races and issues that will impact the election one month out. Wednesday, October 3rd EVENT SUMMARY


  • The Road Ahead

    September 27, 2018

    A Policy & Politics Dialogue The Road Ahead Department of Transportation Under Secretary for Policy Derek Kan will join House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee Members Sam Graves (MO-6) and Jeff Denham (CA-10) for a discussion about the need to rebuild…


  • Senator Roy Blunt

    September 20, 2018

    A Bully Pulpit Senator Roy Blunt Senator Roy Blunt (MO) will discuss his role as Vice Chair of the Senate Republican Conference and the GOP message heading into the mid-terms. Thursday, September 20th EVENT SUMMARY


  • Meet Team Brady

    September 18, 2018

    A Policy & Politics Dialogue Meet Team Brady Ways & Means Committee Staff Director Gary Andres will introduce himself and senior members of his team, including Tax Chief Counsel Barbara Angus, Trade Chief Counsel Angela Ellard, Health Subcommittee Staff Director…


  • Chairman Steve Stivers

    September 6, 2018

    A Bully Pulpit Chairman Steve Stivers After Labor Day, we will hear from NRCC Chairman Steve Stivers (OH-15), who will discuss the political environment two months prior to Election Day. He will be joined by the newest likely Member to…


  • Senator Rob Portman

    August 2, 2018

    A Bully Pulpit Senator Rob Portman Senator Rob Portman (OH) will discuss key issues facing his home state and the nation, including the opioid crisis and the criminal justice reform efforts he is spearheading. Thursday, August 2nd EVENT SUMMARY