From Independence to the Republic: A Transatlantic Perspective on 1776 and 1946

​The Consul General of Italy in San Francisco, Massimo Carnelos, is honored to invite you and a guest to an exclusive roundtable marking the 250th anniversary of the signing of the American Declaration of Independence and the 80th anniversary of the Italian Institutional Referendum.

​Moderated by attorney and former Honorary Consul of Italy in Salt Lake City, Utah, Michael W. Homer, the discussion will feature Assemblymember Catherine Stefani. Professor of Constitutional Law, Amanda L. Tyler, and attorney Daniela Franchini, who will reflect on the pivotal events of 1776 and 1946 from a transatlantic perspective.

​We look forward to welcoming you on Wednesday, September 2, at 5:30 p.m., for a roundtable discussion followed by a reception at the Consulate General of Italy in San Francisco (2151 Broadway St., San Francisco, CA 94115).

​As space is limited, we kindly ask that you RSVP and notify us if your response changes.

​Program:

​5:30 p.m. – Doors Open

​6:00 p.m. – Welcome Remarks by Consul General Massimo Carnelos

​6:05-6:12 p.m. – Introduction by Prof. Amedeo Arena

​6:10–7:15 p.m. – Roundtable Discussion

​7:15–7:30 p.m. – Audience Q&A

​7:30–9:00 p.m. – Reception