Political observers in the US see Trump’s presidency as ushering in a ‘post-truth’ age, one in which tweeted accusations and colorful ‘alternative facts’ take the place of reasoned debate. So what can artists do about it, if they fear threats to democracy, civil rights, or the environment? After all, the forces they are opposing use in exaggeration, misinformation, fantasy and jingoism, just like political art has always done. But perhaps this challenge is also an opportunity.

Time: 6:45 – 8:15pm

Venue: Room A-B, 11/F, China Overseas Building, 139 Hennessy Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong

Language of Instruction: English

Details: https://www.uchicago.hk/events/the-age-of-trump-and-what-art-can-do-about-it3/

Registration: https://goo.gl/anUWT6

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