Larry Gerston, Professor Emeritus of Political Science, San Jose State University; Author, Reviving Citizen Engagement: Policies to Renew National Community

Doug Sovern, KCBS Radio Political Reporter – Moderator

"America is going backwards," says Gerston, citing an increasingly detached electorate, a lack of public investment, and corporate abandonment. Yet, Gerston remains optimistic that all of this can change. His solutions include longer school days, second languages for everyone, a mandatory two-year national service and a more progressive tax system. Come hear his thoughts on how we all can and should re-engage. Gerston is professor emeritus of political science at San Jose State University, where he taught for more than 40 years. Professor Gerston has authored 12 books and serves as the political analyst for NBC Bay Area, where he appears twice weekly.