In 1968, Czechs & Slovaks under soviet-dominated communist rule yearned for a say in the governance of their own country. A blossoming of political discourse in cafes and pubs led to demands for self rule in the capital. Unfortunately, the Prague Spring uprising was crushed with Soviet Tanks, but their spirit inspired our group's desire to exchange ideas on the domestic and international affairs.

Prague Spring was founded in 2003 in New York City. The group picks a topic, identifies articles or chooses a book and engages in a focused, in-depth discussion. Prague Spring’s strength comes from its members' diversity of ethnicity and careers as well as the spectrum of perspectives from conservative to liberal. Prague Spring welcomes anyone who can offer insight deeper than a TV sound bite, differ respectfully from their peers or simply enjoy an intelligent, informed debate.

Our meetings types include:

1. Topic Discussions: These meetings typically focus on a political issue currently dominating the news. We circulate articles and focus on the particular topic with a vigorous debate.

2. Book Club: Prague Spring chooses books dealing with major issues in international affairs, either those that have shaped civilizations in the past or the generational challenges we face today. (For more details see the About Us section)

3. Outside Events: Prague Spring identifies events sponsored by other organizations that we think may interest our members. Often we will socialize together at or after these events.

Prague Spring encourages you to participate and submit any ideas you may have to Lee, Prague Spring’s Founder and Organizer. We are encouraging members to become more involved and lead meetings themselves.

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  • January 24 at 8:00 PM, 5 Armchair Diplomats attended

    ONLINE Book Club: The Great Stagnation by Tyler Cowen

    They rated it 4.00 4.001 (1 ratings)

    Note that this is an online book discussion, so you will have to send me a phone number or email contact so that we can set up logistics before the hangout. We will have... Learn more

  • October 11, 2011 at 7:15 PM, 4 Armchair Diplomats attended

    Meeting moved to Occupy Wall Street
    (PLEASE NOTE Prague Spring has moved this meeting to the east side of Broadway, opposite Liberty Plaza / Zacotti Park. It will be easier to meet on the other side of... Learn more

  • September 27, 2011 at 8:30 PM, 5 Armchair Diplomats attended

    Online Book Club: Exorbitant Privilege
    Exorbitant Privilege, by Barry Eichengreen Reading the first book, Globalizing Capital was very informative, especially about the development of the modern international... Learn more

  • August 16, 2011 at 7:00 PM, 9 Armchair Diplomats attended

    Book Discussion: Empire of Illusion by Chris Hedges

    They rated it 4.50 4.502 (2 ratings)

    Weather permitting, this meeting will take place on Lee's Upper Eastside Rooftop, 32 stories high. Please be prepared for a 5 - 10 degree temperature feel difference... Learn more

  • July 19, 2011 at 7:30 PM, 3 Armchair Diplomats attended

    Online Book Club: Globalizing Capital

    They rated it 4.50 4.502 (2 ratings)

    Globalizing Capital, by Barry Eichengreen How does the international monetary system come to be? How does money actually work? How did the gold standard come about,... Learn more
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Founded Jan 2, 2006
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