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January 13, 2020

City changemakers to be highlighted as part of panel discussion with local photographer on Tuesday, January 14

Public servants, leaders, and entrepreneurs recognized in photojournalist Bill Brett’s new book to join author for conversation

BOSTON – On the evening of Tuesday, January 14, the Edward M. Kennedy Institute for the United States Senate will host a Getting to the Point discussion with Bill Brett, award-winning photojournalist, as he shares the stories and inspiration behind his new photographic collection, Boston: Game Changers, and engages in conversation with a variety of individuals featured in the unique book. The book celebrates Bostonians who are affecting positive change throughout the city. A book signing will follow the program.

WHO:
• William G. Gross, Commissioner, Boston Police Department
• George Montilio, Owner, Montilio’s Baking Company
• Dr. James J. O'Connell, Director, Boston Health Care for the Homeless Program
• Grace Cotter Regan, President, Boston College High School
• Bill Brett, photojournalist and author, to serve as moderator for the panel discussion.

WHAT:
Getting to the Point with Bill Brett and the Boston Game Changers

WHEN:
Tuesday, January 14, 2019, at 6:00 p.m. ET

WHERE:
Edward M. Kennedy Institute for the United States Senate
Columbia Point
210 Morrissey Boulevard on the UMass Boston campus
Boston, MA

The program’s livestream can be accessed here.
This event is OPEN PRESS. RSVP to press@emkinstitute.org.

About the Edward M. Kennedy Institute
The Edward M. Kennedy Institute for the United States Senate is a nonprofit, nonpartisan, civic education organization in Boston envisioned by the late Senator Edward M. Kennedy. Through a range of exhibits, interactive educational offerings, and topical programs, the Institute engages students and visitors in a conversation about the essential role each person plays in our democracy and in our society. Learn more via emkinstitute.org.

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