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Join Senator Sherrod Brown as he discusses his latest book, Desk 88: Eight Progressive Senators who Changed America.
About the Book:
Since his election to the U.S. Senate in 2006, Ohio’s Sherrod Brown has sat on the Senate floor at a mahogany desk with a proud history. In Desk 88, he tells the story of eight of the Senators who were there before him. Despite their flaws and frequent setbacks, each made a decisive contribution to the creation of a more just America. Together, these eight portraits in political courage tell a story about the triumphs and failures of the Progressive idea over the past century: in the 1930s and 1960s, and more intermittently since, politicians and the public have successfully fought against entrenched special interests and advanced the cause of economic or racial fairness. Today, these advances are in peril as employers shed their responsibilities to employees and communities, and a U.S. president gives cover to bigotry. But the Progressive idea is not dead. Recalling his own career, Brown dramatizes the hard work and high ideals required to renew the social contract and create a new era in which Americans of all backgrounds can know the “Dignity of Work.”
About the Author:
Sherrod Brown is the senior United States Senator from Ohio, elected to his seat in 2006. He was the U.S. Representative for Ohio’s 13th congressional district from 1993 to 2003 and the forty-seventh Secretary of State of Ohio from 1983 to 1991. A member of the Democratic Party, Senator Brown began his political career in 1975 upon election to the Ohio House of Representatives.
About the Presentation:
At each program, authors speak for about forty-five minutes, followed by a short question and answer session. After the program, the author may be available for a book signing.
FAQs:
Can tickets be purchased by phone?
No, tickets can be purchased online through Eventbrite, or through any Toledo Lucas County Public Library location.
What are my parking options at the event?
The facility has free parking.
What time do the doors open?
General admission seating starts at 1:30 p.m.
Are there assigned seats?
No. Seating is general admission, but the purchase of a ticket does guarantee you a seat.
Is handicapped seating available?
Handicapped seating is available. For special seating arrangements, please call 419.259.5196 at least one week prior to the event.
Will an American Sign Language Interpreter be provided for the event?
We are happy to provide an ASL Interpreter for the event - if you require this service please contact us at 419.529.5196 by 10.21.19 so arrangements can be made.
What can/can't I bring to the event?
Please do not bring outside food / beverages. There is no video recording or flash photography allowed.
Will the author hold a book signing after the talk?
The featured author is typically available to sign copies of their works. Restrictions for signing are subject to the authors, their management, or event circumstances.
Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?
Call the Library at 419.259.5200.
Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?
Yes, tickets will be scanned at the door. If you choose to utilize your mobile device, tickets can be scanned via your Eventbrite email receipt. Note: Screen shots/captures of the ticket receipt cannot be scanned. Please have your device with ticket receipt open and available for scanning at entry.
Can I get my book if I don’t attend the event?
Books may only be obtained at the event. If you are unable to attend, you may have someone else pick it up at the event, but they must have your ticket in hard copy or on their device.
