Aspen Ideas Festival

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Fact:
 Seventy-three percent of Americans say moral values in the country as a whole are getting worse, up from 69% last year.
—Gallup, May, 2012

Audio/Video: Society

Will They Trust Us Again?
It’s generally accepted that America is running a trust deficit, but there isn’t enough discussion about what we should... See more
What Is a Life Worth?
Special Master of the Federal September 11th Victim Compensation Fund of 2001 Kenneth Feinberg discusses how the law... See more
What is the Goal of Parenting?
Twenty-first century parents are bombarded with parenting advice. From demanding over achievement from our children to... See more
In the Zone: What Does Peak Performance Require?
What does it mean to perform at the top of your game physically and mentally? A top fitness expert, Paralympic athlete... See more
College Sports at a Crossroads: Entertainment or Education?
The NCAA is beset with scandals, anti-trust lawsuits, calls for reform, and manic conference hopping—all signs that... See more
What is a Legacy Worth? Leaving an Impact Beyond the Game
In this discussion, a panel will explore the impact and legacy through the lens of three individuals who achieved... See more

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Fact: Society
Female high school athletes are 41% more likely to graduate from college within six years compared to female high school students who did not participate in sports.
—NCAA News, Jan. 2008