Member Event
Reception and Lecture: America’s Character and the Rule of Law with George Conway III
Wed., Feb. 25, 2026 5:30 Reception | 6:30 Lecture
Town Hall, Seattle: 1119 8th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101
You’re invited to meet attorney, author, political commentator and activist George Conway III before he takes the stage at Town Hall Seattle with the UW’s Office of Public Lectures.
Gather with fellow UWAA members, UW Impact advocates and guests to enjoy a special pre-lecture reception with the Lincoln Project co-founder. It’s your chance to connect, enjoy refreshments and be part of the conversation!
After the reception, head to UWAA reserved seating to hear Conway explore the idea that the endurance of the rule of law in the United States relies not solely on the provisions of the Constitution — its structural framework, the institutions it established, or the rights it enshrines — but fundamentally on the character of its citizens.
This FREE event is open to UWAA members (and their guests). All ages are welcome. Advance registration is required. Not a member but want to join the fun? Become a UWAA member today!
UWAA members also enjoy early access to the winter season of UW Public Lectures. Registration for the general public opens Dec. 10. Learn more.
About the Speaker
Attorney, Author, Political Commentator, Activist
George Conway III spent three decades as a litigator at the New York law firm Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz. A former long-serving member of the Federalist Society’s Board of Visitors, he is now a political commentator and activist dedicated to preserving the rule of law in America. He currently serves as Board President of the Society for the Rule of Law.
Conway is a contributing writer for The Atlantic and The Washington Post, where he has published numerous opinion pieces on law and politics. He is also a co-founder of the Lincoln Project and Anti-Psychopath political action committees, which focus on political accountability. Additionally, he hosts a law and politics podcast forThe Bulwark, a widely read political opinion platform.
Learn more about George Conway III.
New Security Information
In an effort to improve safety, the University of Washington has implemented its Clear Bag Policy for George Conway’s lecture at Town Hall Seattle.
Approved bags include:
- Clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC bags that do not exceed 12″ x 6″ x 12″
- One-gallon clear, re-sealable plastic storage bags
- Small clutch bags no larger than 4.5″ x 6.5″ (approximately the size of a hand) with or without a handle or strap
Prohibited bags include — but are not limited to — purses, backpacks, diaper bags, binocular cases, camera cases, fanny packs, luggage, seat cushions with a zipper, any bag larger than the permissible size, and any bag that is not clear. Get the full details here.
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