With 60 percent of the Arab world under thirty, the age of marriage rising, and a resurgence of social conservatism across the region, recent sociological trends have undeniable relevance to tensions in the Middle East. Beyond policy, however, the conflict also raises deeper questions. How different are we from each other? Is this 'war' driven by demography, culture, or a reaction to American power? To discuss these issues and more, please join Jared Cohen, a member of the State Department's Policy Planning Staff and author of Children of Jihad: A Young American's Travels Among the Youth of the Middle East. He will be speaking in a personal capacity.

The discussion will be held from 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 4th. To attend, please register by responding to events@ypfp.org with your name and affiliation.