What better way is there of celebrating America’s 250th anniversary as an independent, free country than by reading and discussing these two books? On Tyranny addresses what we are against, and On Freedom what we are for. Perhaps by so doing, we can become more empowered to further flesh out our citizenship by actively doing our part in contributing toward a more perfect union. Our efforts may go toward a "new birth of freedom," as Lincoln eloquently said. Read the first seven lessons in On Tyranny for the first class.

Moderator: Mick Parker, a 27-year OLLI member, rejoices in the freedom at OLLI to moderate courses that he currently has a passion for. Moderating at OLLI has accelerated his learning and sense of community in beautiful ways.