Charlie Cook will share his insider view on the 2020 campaign season and what to expect in the coming months during his annual Harkin Institute lecture at Drake University.

Cook is a non-partisan political analyst for National Journal magazine and NBC news, editor and publisher of the Cook Political Report, co-author of the 2020 Almanac of American Politics, and member of The Harkin Institute’s National Advisory Council. He is widely regarded as one of the most astute, impartial analysts of the Washington political scene.

Cook will share his predictions on the 2020 election season including whether Democrats will take over the Senate and if current party polarization will affect voter turnout. Cook will also answer audience questions on the state of American politics today.

Don't miss this unique opportunity to gain insight you won't find anywhere else! This event is free and open to the public.

Join Charlie Cook and Senator Tom Harkin for an exclusive reception!

Help support The Harkin Institute's student programming by purchasing a ticket to a private reception with Charlie Cook, Senator Tom Harkin (retired), Ruth Harkin, and Harkin Institute Executive Director Joseph Jones.

Complimentary hors d’oeuvres, wine, and beer will be served, and you will have a reserved front section seat for the lecture. A limited number of these tickets are available and proceeds will benefit The Harkin Institute's student programming, including our D.C. Experience Scholarship and our student employment program.

Accessibility and Accommodations

For questions about accessibility or to request accommodations, contact The Harkin Institute at harkininstitute@drake.edu or 515-271-3623. If possible, please contact us by October 25, 2019.