Lunch with James L. Buckley

Posted on Jan 27, 2011 in Events Join us at the Stamford Plaza Hotel for lunch on Feb 23, 2011 with former Senator James L. Buckley as he discusses his latest book, Freedom at Risk: Reflections on Politics, Liberty, and the State. James Buckley may be the only American alive who has held high office in each branch of the federal government.  We look forward to hearing his special insight on the steps that must be taken to save...
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Youth Leadership Training

Posted on Jan 17, 2011 in Events Our colleagues at the Leadership Institute in D.C. are hosting a youth training event January 29-30 in Hartford.  This is a must-attend for high school and college students who are interested in activism or plan on working for a campaign in the near future.  Students who are involved in campus organizations will benefit a lot from the training–as well as those who want to get involved...
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Recap 2010 with Scott Rasmussen

Posted on Oct 22, 2010 in Events STAMFORD – The Yankee Institute is pleased to host pollster and author Scott Rasmussen for a fundraising event on Tuesday, November 30, 2010, at the Stamford Plaza Hotel in Stamford to reflect on the results of the 2010 elections nationwide and in Connecticut as well.  He’ll also discuss his latest book, “Mad as Hell: How the Tea Party Movement Is Fundamentally Remaking Our...
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Jeff Benedict Appearing in Stamford and West Hartford

Posted on Aug 27, 2010 in Events About The Events Come join us as we hear from Jeff Benedict, author of several books including Without Reservation and Little Pink House. Jeff explores the founding of the Foxwoods Casino in Without Reservation and discusses the Kelo eminent domain case in Little Pink House.  You can purchase your choice of these books with our online reservation site.  Jeff will be discussing these...
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John Fund Comes to Stamford

Posted on Aug 3, 2010 in Events STAMFORD – The Yankee Institute for Public Policy, Connecticut’s only free market, limited government think tank, is pleased to announce a reception and dinner with John Fund of the Wall Street Journal. Fund will offer his analysis of the 2010 elections, both in Connecticut and with an eye to the national scene.  Coming just a week after the Connecticut state primary, the timing of...
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Free Lunch in Honor of Milton Friedman

Posted on Jul 21, 2010 in Events You are invited to join the Yankee Institute as we celebrate the birthday of a free market hero, Milton Friedman, and Friedman’s ideas about how school choice can expand opportunity for all children. Who:  Friends of the Yankee Institute What: Milton Friedman Birthday Party – a luncheon discussion When: Friday, July 30, from 12:00 noon – 1:00 p.m. Where: The Hartford Club, Yacht Club Room,...
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Arthur Brooks Unveils New Book in CT

Posted on May 18, 2010 in Events STAMFORD – The Yankee Institute for Public Policy, Connecticut’s only free market, limited government think tank, is pleased to announce a luncheon with Arthur C. Brooks, the President of the American Enterprise Institute for Public Policy Research. Brooks will be discussing his latest book. Reserve your tickets for the luncheon now! In his new book, The Battle, Brooks outlines a new...
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Yankee Institute to Host Rich Lowry

Posted on Jan 22, 2010 in Events HARTFORD – The Yankee Institute is pleased to announce a fundraising event at the Riverside Yacht Club, 102 Club Rd, in Greenwich, Connecticut on February 25, 2010 with special guest Rich Lowry, the editor of the National Review. Mr. Lowry is a frequent guest on cable television news programs and a noted author. There are two levels of financial support for the event: Event Sponsor tickets...
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