Munk Debate on Trump’s America

On Thursday May 29 we will convene at Roy Thomson Hall for our not-to-be-missed Spring 2025 debate.

About the debate

Canadians are watching with growing concern and disbelief as our relationship with our closest ally, the United States, has turned adversarial since the election of Donald Trump. This concern is shared by many Americans who believe the current administration represents an existential threat to their democracy, security, and prosperity. President Trump and his allies, however, believe their reform agenda and America First policies will rescue the country from decline and restore it to greatness.

It is against this backdrop that we are convening a timely debate about America under President Donald Trump.

Motion: Be it Resolved, this is America’s golden age

The Debaters

Arguing in favour of the motion is the political consultant, pollster and senior counselor to President Trump during his first term in office, Kellyanne Conway. Her debate partner is the President of the right-wing think tank the Heritage Foundation, and the architect of Project 2025, Kevin Roberts. Arguing against the motion is the New York Times columnist, podcaster, bestselling author, and one of America’s most influential commentators, Ezra Klein. His debate partner is Ben Rhodes, who served as President Obama’s senior advisor and is the co-host of the popular podcast Pod Save the World.

Where and When

Thursday May 29, 2025

7:00 PM to 9:00 PM ET

Roy Thomson Hall, Toronto