In 2021, in response to the uncertainty surrounding large public gatherings, MPL has decided to go completely virtual with the Great Decisions program, livestreaming it on our Facebook page. This will, in fact, expand the scope of who can tune into Great Decisions beyond the Lakeshore area. This year, anyone with a thirst for knowledge and an internet connection will have the opportunity to discover, discuss and decide how to meet some of the world’s greatest challenges head-on, every Monday evening at 6 PM in February and March.

 

Increasingly, global events have become domestic concerns and Great Decisions takes you beyond the headlines with essential background information, relevant facts, ever-shifting policy options and impartial analysis. On February 1, Dr. Pablo Toral will be discussing “Brexit and the European Union.” With the “Brexit transition period” coming to an end this year, the United Kingdom will formally leave the European Union at the start of 2021. With negotiations between the two entities continuing to stall, what does the future of Europe and the UK look like? Will the UK survive a possible Scottish vote to leave? Who will step up and take command of Europe now that Angela Merkel is out of the spotlight?

 

The Great Decisions Series is FREE and registration is not required.