Free Speech and the Future of the American Experiment — The Samizdat Prize

As America approaches its 250th anniversary, the question of what truly defines the nation has never been more urgent. At the core of that identity is freedom of speech — a principle increasingly tested in today’s cultural and political climate.

In this episode of The Miller Report: Real Clear Journalism, Maggie Miller is joined by David DesRosiers, President of the RealClear Foundation and Publisher of RealClearPolitics, to discuss the Samizdat Prize Gala, an annual event happening February 11th, honoring individuals who have demonstrated a steadfast commitment to truth and free expression.

We discuss the origins and meaning of Samizdat, the significance of this year’s milestone anniversaries — 250 years of America and 25 years of RealClearPolitics — and why defending open dialogue and viewpoint diversity remain essential to a healthy democracy.

This year’s Samizdat Prize honorees include Charlie Kirk, Professor Alan Dershowitz, and writer and director Graham Linehan. This year's gala will take place at The Breakers Palm Beach on February 11th. Tickets and event information can be found here.