Politics
Robert David Putnam
How Societies Rise and Fall
In a society rife with division, Robert Putnam reflects on the "good old days,” recognizing that while we have faced severe polarization in the past, similar to what we are experiencing today, there have also been periods of resurgence in unity and cooperation.
Lesson Plan
- Lesson Length : 19 Lessons ㆍ 1 hours 56 miutes
- Language : 한국어, English
Reflecting on the origin of division and distrust.
Robert Putnam steadfastly believes that we have the potential to usher in a new golden age, drawing parallels with historical patterns to affirm that history does indeed repeat itself. However, achieving this requires a meticulous study and analysis of the trajectory our society has followed.
Robert Putnam draws on the great cycles of history, which spans some 120 years, in his quest for solutions to transcend the current atmosphere of selfishness, distrust, and hatred. He contends that by tracing back through the twists and turns of our past, questioning how we ended up creating such a divided society, we can uncover ways to bridge the gaps that separate us. His lecture aims to instill hope in those who have lived through the "good old days," assuring them that such times can return. Simultaneously, it serves to inspire today’s youth, encouraging them to find the will and courage to navigate through these challenging times and contribute to a brighter, more united future.
Full Bio
Robert David Putnam
- Professor Emeritus, Harvard University Kennedy School
- Former policy advisor to the Clinton, Bush, and Obama administrations
- Former policy advisor to the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Finland, and Singapore
- Dean of the Harvard Kennedy School (1989-1991)
- Karl Deutsch Award (2018), National Humanities Medal (2013), Woodrow Wilson Foundation Award (2011), Skytte Prize (2006)
- Author of "Our Kids: The American Dream in Crisis," "Bowling Alone"
Robert Putnam has had a distinguished career, serving as the president of the American Political Science Association and as dean of Harvard University's Kennedy School, where he now holds the title of Professor Emeritus. In addition to his roles in academia, he has served as a policy advisor to U.S. Presidents Bill Clinton, George W. Bush, and Barack Obama, as well as to leaders from countries including the United Kingdom, Germany, Finland, Singapore, and more. He is the founder and organizer of the Saguaro Seminar, a program that gathers experts from diverse fields to devise strategies for fostering stronger community ties among Americans.
Putnam is widely recognized as a leading authority in political and social sciences. His extensive research on integration and community revitalization in divided societies, achieved through meticulous investigation and analysis of polarized societies, has earned him numerous prestigious awards. These include the Skytte Prize in 2006, one of the most esteemed awards in political science; the Woodrow Wilson Foundation Award in 2011; the National Humanities Medal in 2018; and the Karl Deutsch Prize in the same year. Through his exemplary work, Putnam has firmly established himself as a preeminent figure in the field.
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