The Common Good invited people to participate in an exclusive closed discussion with Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell.

The Common Good is honored to host “Dr. Doom” Professor Nouriel Roubini as he discusses the coming challenges of the US & Global Economy as part of our Economy and Business Series. Roubini has been lauded for his stunning prediction of the financial crisis of 2008. What is ahead?

The Common Good hosted a luncheon with Former Secretary of State Henry Kissinger as he discusses his latest book “On China.” As China emerges as an economic juggernaut and competes increasingly with the United States for world resources, market share and international influence, we need to better understand this country and the new realities. Dr.Kissinger will discuss China, a country he has known intimately for decades, and whose modern relations with the West he helped shape.

We started the weekend early by hosting an evening of drinks and great conversation with music by our special guest DJ at the library bar in the Paramount Hotel. The evening includes an open bar all night with signature cocktails, hosted by Sean Avery, Alexandra Blodgett, Omeed Malik, Charlotte Ronson, Jennifer Regenstreich, Rachel Roy and more.

The Common Good hosted a screening of the HBO original film, Too Big to Fail, followed by a conversation with Chairman and Editor-in-Chief of U.S. News & World Report, Mort Zuckerman and NY Times Columnist, Joe Nocera. The conversation addressed the shortcomings in financial policy that led to the 2008 economic downturn, the harmful effects of the two-party system, the current economic crisis, as well as the financial future of our country.

The Common Good and J-Street co-hosted the next installment of our summer Middle East Briefing Series. A Conversation with Ambassador Alon Pinkas. Ambassador Pinkas spoke about the a two-state solution option in light of the upcoming UN vote on Palestinian statehood and addressed: What should leaders do in advance of a likely September vote at the UN on Palestinian statehood? How do the dynamics of the Arab Spring affect Israel’s prospects for peace and security? Does the planned reconciliation agreement between Fatah and Hamas make a peace deal with Israel more or less feasible?

We co-hosted a panel on Social Media, Politics and Change with a coalition of local political groups including Democratic Leadership for the 21st Century, New York Young Republicans and PolicyMic.com moderated by Ari Melber of The Nation & MSNBC. Panelist include: Ron Agam, photographer and creator of social media movements; Ben Smith, writer and contributor for Politico.com; and Barnett Zitron, WhyTuesday.com & YouTube sensation.

We were pleased to invite MK Amir Peretz to join us for breakfast and a timely conversation about the Middle East. Peretz discussed the peace process and Middle Eastern security, his leadership of the Labor party, the political reality on the ground in Israel, as well as a variety of other topics in current international affairs.

The Congresswoman spoke passionately about hot button issues facing our country today. The discussion was preempted by Congresswoman Berkley who spoke eloquently about her life with a brief but important depiction of her childhood in a family whose financial woes forced them to move from her home in New York to her current home, and district, of Las Vegas.

The Common Good hosted Dr. Emily Landau for a discussion about regional security issues in the Middle East. Dr. Landau focused on the global implications of nuclear developments in Iran. She lamented that current U.S. strategies do not reflect the urgency of the issue, potentially undermining negotiation efforts.

The Common Good was honored to host an evening with Emmy and Grammy Award winner, Ken Burns. Ken discussed Vietnam, the Civil War, civil discourse as well as presenting a brief 13 minute clip, including past footage as well as a teaser of his upcoming film “Prohibition”. We were thrilled to host Ken, pay tribute to his work both past and present, and to celebrate what he has in store for us in the future.

We were pleased to welcome Congressman Barney Frank for a brief discussion over coffee. Frank, who was Chairman of the House Financial Services Committee before Republicans took control of the House of Representatives in 2008, spoke about implementation of the financial reform he helped shape and other topics.

The Common Good hosted a breakfast discussion with Professor Uzi Rabi from the Moshe Dayan Center for Middle Eastern and African Studies at the Tel Aviv University. This discussion touched on recent events in the Middle East including the renewal of the peace process and democracy in the Middle East.

The Common Good was at the Tribeca Film Festival Family Festival registering voters. We helped kick off the festivities at our table through out the day between Jay and Greenwich Streets in Tribeca.

The Common Good hosted documentary screening & discussion about the attack at Virginia Tech. This event was hosted by survivor Colin Goddard and producer Maria Cuomo Cole. This movie looked into the attack and aftermath of the 2007 shootings at Virginia Tech.

The Common Good hosted a film screening and discussion about the film Desert Flower. Joined by the star of the film, Liya Kebede, Acclaimed Producer and Author, Susan Fales-Hill and Former First Lady of New York, Michelle Paige Paterson, in partnership with InStyle Magazine and National Geographic Entertainment