This event is free to enter, but please register in advance using the form at the bottom of this page so that we have an idea of numbers.

Join local author Dr Sarah Stein Lubrano and our Minister-elect Adam Slate at the Newington Green Meeting House for a discussion of Sarah’s new book "Don't Talk About Politics: How to Change 21st-Century Minds".

“Democracy is dying because we are clinging to a dangerous and outdated myth: talking about politics can change people's minds. It doesn't.

This provocative debut from a bold new voice combines a fascinating range of research to show us the psychological and sociological factors that really shape our politics.

Drawing from ancient philosophy to modern neuroscience and social science, Dr Sarah Stein Lubrano reveals the surprising truth about how people think and behave politically. From friendship to community organizing and social infrastructure, she explores the actions that actually do change minds.

In a world where politics keeps getting more irrational, dishonest, violent and chaotic, it's getting much harder to reach people with words alone. So people who really care about democracy must ask: how can we stop arguing and do the deep work to build stronger foundations for political life, and a better world for us all?”

Dr Sarah Stein Lubrano has a background in feminism, mutual aid, and other local organising as well as teaching in prisons. She holds a PhD from the University of Oxford and a Master’s degree from the University of Cambridge. Her thinking often reaches the public through the Sense and Solidarity Initiative and the Future Narratives Lab. She was previously the Head of Content at The School of Life and wrote obituaries. She regularly appears on public radio and a variety of podcasts. Her first book "Don't Talk About Politics: How to Change 21st-Century Minds" is out now with Bloomsbury.

This event will be followed by a Q&A and a chance to chat with Sarah and discuss the book and talk.

A bar offering alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks will be available at this event. Attendees can buy the book on the night.

This event is free to enter, but please register in advance using the form below so we have an idea of numbers.