Cato University 2012

About Cato University

In every respect, Cato University 2012 is built on the foundations of liberty.

This year’s program will be held in Washington D.C. In a time of political turbulence, a presidential election, ideological posturing, and so much more, our nation’s capital is the perfect setting for examining the roots of our commitment to liberty and limited government, and for exploring the ideas and values on which the American republic was founded.

Within Washington D.C., this year’s program is being held at the Cato Institute’s newly expanded headquarters, located in the heart of the city. Now doubled in size, the new Cato building will enhance the intellectual adventure for attendees with state-of-the-art facilities, the latest in conference and multimedia technology, spacious and remarkably comfortable meeting areas, and more. This wonderful new facility is the ideal venue for bringing together people from across the country for a one-of-a-kind environment of learning, thinking, discussing, and making new friends.

Additional information will be posted in the near future, so please check back, or provide your email address to receive automatic updates on the 2012 program.

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But no need to wait: If you would like to be sure you have a place in this year’s program (since we have indeed sold out in previous years) reservations can be made now by clicking here.

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Just announced: Cato University 2010 will be July 25-30

Rancho Bernardo Inn,
San Diego, California

Additional information will be posted in the near future, so please check back, or provide your email address below to receive automatic updates on the 2010 program.

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In Annapolis, Cato University participants will be part of a community where historical debates about freedom and liberty over three centuries ago became part of our nation's fabric and character. Annapolis is a charming colonial city nestled on the Chesapeake Bay. It was here, in the oldest capital building in the nation, that our Continental Congress met. And it was here in 1783 that General George Washington handed in his resignation to Congress, establishing the principle of civilian control of the military.

The Loews Annapolis Hotel is one of the city’s best luxury hotels. Its central location puts you within walking distance to all the major sites: the Chesapeake Bay, the Naval Academy, the Maryland State House, and more. The location, along with the hotel’s world-class facilities, promise to make this Cato University a unique and not-to-be-missed experience.

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No Price Increase for 2012
To make this wonderful program as accessible to as many people as possible, we’ve kept the cost of Cato University at $995. This price covers all meals, receptions, lectures, materials, books, and evening events, but not overnight room charges. However, we’ve arranged low room rates for Cato University participants at nearby hotels.

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Learn about Cato University

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–>The Faculty (Partial Listing)
Mr. David Boaz, Executive Vice President, Cato Institute
Dr. Tom G. Palmer, Senior Fellow, Cato Institute
Prof. Robert McDonald, United States Military Academy
Prof. Steven Landsburg, University of Rochester
Dr. Christopher Preble, Vice President for Defense and Foreign Policy Studies
Dr. Roger Pilon, Vice President for Legal Affairs
Dr. Robert Levy, Chairman of the Cato Institute

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Cato University 2010 took a solid, two-stage approach to examining urgent contemporary issues. First, it provided a complete, energetic immersion into the foundations of libertarianism and individual liberty. These economic, philosophical, and historical principles were then focused into an incisive analysis of the genuine threats confronting them and each of us from vast, dangerous government growth. Each ascending step of a grasping government forces a descending step in the nation’s freedoms and founding principles. As financial institutions, health care, housing, transportation, privacy, and much more, are grasped by government tentacles, what historical precedents, proven perspectives, present-day realties, and individual options can be wielded in response?

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Listen to presentations from the 2010 Cato University

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Cato University 2012 will take you deep into the economic, political, historical, and philosophical foundations of liberty. As the Cato Institute’s premier educational event of the year this annual program brings together outstanding speakers and participants from across the country who care about individual liberty, personal responsibility, and are interested in sharing ideas, gaining new perspectives, and learning in a highly stimulating environment. Further, the wonderful combination of interests and ages of the attendees makes Cato University all the more valuable – with so many different backgrounds and viewpoints being brought to the discussions.