Movie Screening: Join or Die

Join or Die is a film about why you should join a club — and why the fate of America depends on it. In this feature documentary, follow the half-century story of America’s civic unraveling through the journey of legendary social scientist Robert Putnam, whose groundbreaking “Bowling Alone” research into America’s decades-long decline in community connections could hold the answers to our democracy’s present crisis.

Flanked by influential fans and scholars — from Hillary Clinton, Pete Buttigieg, and Surgeon General Vivek Murthy to Eddie Glaude Jr., Raj Chetty, and Priya Parker — as well as inspiring groups building community in neighborhoods across the country, join Bob as he explores three urgent civic questions: What makes democracy work? Why is American democracy in crisis? And, most importantly… What can we do about it?

The film will be followed by a community discussion and possible guest speaker.

Meaningful Movies Project Hosts: Sustainable Ballard and the Center for Spiritual Living Ballard.

Special Guests: Ballard Solidarity

Free event (suggested $5 donation).

Sponsors: Intermission is sponsored by Mighty-O Donuts, Seattle’s First & Only all natural donut shop.