Corry Higher Education Council

Presented by the Jefferson Educational Society. Speaker: Abraham Lincoln (portrayed by Bob Gleason, B.A.).

Beginning in 1858, Republican Abraham Lincoln and Democrat Stephen A. Douglas engaged in a series of seven debates in nine of Illinois's congressional districts in a campaign for one of the state's two United States Senate seats. Lincoln, the challenger, ultimately lost the election to the Douglas, the incumbent, but these debates launched Lincoln onto the national stage, paving the way for his election as President. Hear from Lincoln (portrayed by Bob Gleason) recount the experience and how it shaped its future political aspirations and goals.

This event is part of the JES's USA 250 series. JES Satellite Programming is sponsored by Erie Insurance.

Location: Corry Higher Education Council – 221 N Center St., Corry, PA 16407

Date/Time: Tuesday, April 28, 6-7:30PM

Admission: FREE, but registration is required by visiting www.jeserie.org/events or by calling 814-459-8000.