News Release

EVENT NEWS / November 1, 2007

Diverse Perspectives Series at Boise State University Features the Film An Unreasonable Man'

The Diverse Perspectives Film Series will continue with “An Unreasonable Man: Ralph Nader” at 5:30 p.m. Nov. 13 in the Student Union Lookout Room on the Boise State University main campus at 10:30 a.m. Nov. 17 in Room 102E of the Boise State West campus. The screenings are free and open to the public and are sponsored by the Boise State University Cultural Center, Idaho Public Television and the Independent Television Service.

“An Unreasonable Man: Ralph Nader” tells the story of the consumer advocate who has built an impressive legislative record. Yet today, many consider him an egomaniac and presidential “spoiler.” “An Unreasonable Man” takes an unsparing look at one of the most important and controversial political figures of our time.

Following the screening in Boise, Ross Burkhart, chair of the Department of Political Science, will engage the public in a democracy forum to explore the pros and cons of the two-party system. ITVS regional outreach coordinator Lynn Allen will lead the discussion in Nampa.

This preview screening is an abridged, one-hour version of “An Unreasonable Man.” This segment of the film focuses on Nader’s campaign for the presidency in the 2000 and 2004 elections and features interviews and commentary from his supporters, his opponents, journalists and political analysts. The other part of the film, which can be viewed at 9 p.m. Dec. 18 on Idaho Public Television, focuses on Nader’s legacy as a pioneer in consumer advocacy and citizen activism.

For more information, call 426-4317.

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Media Contact: Julie Hahn, University Communications, (208) 426-5540, juliehahn@boisestate.edu

For the 10th time in the last 11 years, Boise State University has set an all-time record for Idaho higher education institutions with an enrollment of 19,540 – an overall increase of 3.5 percent. A record freshman class of 2,280 students is also the most academically talented group ever to enter Boise State, including 12 National Merit finalists.
 

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