The Cost of Liberty: A Virtual Discussion with Eric Kohn

 

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Join Us for a Virtual Conversation with Eric Kohn, Producer of The Hong Konger

Date: Thursday, November 20

Time: 12:00–1:00 p.m. ET

Location: Virtual

Don’t miss this special opportunity to hear from Eric Kohn, producer of the acclaimed documentary The Hong Konger, which tells the powerful story of media entrepreneur and pro-democracy advocate Jimmy Lai.

During this exclusive virtual event, Eric will discuss the making of the film, the global fight for freedom, and the importance of standing up for truth in the face of tyranny. Jimmy’s trial is currently awaiting the verdict.

The conversation will include a live Q&A, giving attendees a chance to engage directly with Eric and gain behind-the-scenes insight into the documentary’s impact.

️ Reserve your spot today and be part of this thought-provoking discussion about courage, conviction, and the cost of liberty.

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About Eric Kohn:

Eric Kohn is Chief Executive Officer at America’s Future, the premier nationwide network of liberty-minded young leaders. For more than 10 years, he led the organization’s Chicago chapter.

Prior to joining AF, Eric was Chief Marketing Officer at Empower Illinois. He has also previously served as Director of Marketing & Communications at the Acton Institute, and Director of Community Management at the Illinois Policy Institute. He was also the Founder and CEO of Curious Task Strategies, a public affairs consulting firm. Eric is a producer of the award-winning film The Hong Konger: Jimmy Lai’s Extraordinary Struggle for Freedom, the 2022 documentary feature from the Acton Institute.

From 2019 to 2021, he co-hosted Sources with Knowledge along with Joe Kaiser on AM 560 The Answer in Chicago. From 2022 to 2023, he was the interim host of the nationally syndicated radio program Beyond the Beltway with Bruce DuMont, on which he was also a regular program guest and guest host. He previously hosted The Eric Kohn Program on AM 1530 WJJG, and has guest-hosted the nationally syndicated The Guy Benson Show, Illinois Watchdog Radio, and Chicago’s Morning Answer.

Eric grew up in Belleville, Ill., and is a graduate of Millikin University in Decatur, Ill. He lives in Grand Rapids, Mich., with his wife and two children. In his spare time, he enjoys (or attempts to enjoy) watching New York Rangers hockey, which he also writes and podcasts about for Blueshirt Banter.

About America’s Future:

America’s Future empowers young people to be active, civil, and curious citizens who build freer communities that lead to fulfillment, dignity, and happiness for all.

We’re working toward a time in America where young people collaborate to drive change in their communities – change that equips the individual to build a free and happy life.

America’s Future offers rising generations opportunities for networking, mentoring, leadership and community engagement through our national network and extensive array of programming.