Thunder from the Prairie: The Life of Harold E. Hughes

Iowa City Public Library, Meeting Room A, 123 South Linn Street, Iowa City, IA 52240

Jerry Harrington, author of Thunder form the Prairie, The Life of Harold E. Hughes will give a presentation on the life of former Iowa Governor and US Senator, Harold E. Hughes.

Hughes was an impactful actor within the rise of postwar American liberalism, the conflict over the Vietnam War, and the civil rights movement, and led the effort to reform the Democratic Party to make it more open to women, minorities, and young people.

Mr. Harrington will read from his book and answer questions. Thunder from the Prairie will be available for sale, and a signing will follow the event.

This event is free an open to the public.