Canceling the State: Legal and Political Backlash Against Public Institutions Hosted by The Journal of Law in Society, this full-day symposium, running from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM on March 27, 2026, examines the intensifying legal and political efforts to defund, suppress, or restructure public-serving institutions. From universities and public libraries to school boards, museums, arts councils, and archives, the event convenes scholars, legal experts, and cultural practitioners to explore the implications of these attacks on democratic life, civic infrastructure, and cultural memory. Through interdisciplinary panels and critical dialogue, the symposium aims to illuminate the forces behind institutional backlash and chart paths toward resilience and renewal.

Food and beverages provided.

RSVP by Friday, March 20, 2026.