Barack Obama coming to Connecticut this spring
HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — Former president Barack Obama is coming to Connecticut this spring to speak at The Connecticut Forum.
The event, called An Evening with President Barack Obama, is part of a partnership with the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving.
Obama is anticipated to speak at The Bushnell Performing Arts Center on June 17 at 7:30 p.m.
'We are honored to host President Barack Obama at The Connecticut Forum,' Mana Zarinejad, executive director of The Connecticut Forum, said in a written statement. 'For more than three decades, The Forum has served a critical role in Connecticut – bringing people together to consider the great challenges and opportunities of our time through thoughtful discussions. In so doing, we hope to bridge the divides that exist between individuals and communities. We cannot think of a better bridgebuilder and leading global statesman to join the Forum stage than President Obama.'
During the event, the former president will 'touch upon' his presidency and work with the Obama Foundation. He will also discuss his future outlook and current challenges.
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