Consider This is an annual series of onstage conversations with writers, civic leaders, scholars, and artists in venues around Oregon. 

Consider This 2025–26: Beyond 250

July 4, 2026 will mark 250 years since the ratification of the Declaration of Independence. Our 2025–26 series will explore what this anniversary means. How do we think about and experience equality, freedom, independence, tyranny, justice, union, and other ideas central to the Declaration and to our nation’s understanding of itself? How has the Declaration shaped the country we live in today, and how might we shape its future?

Consider This has brought provocative conversations to communities around Oregon since 2009. You can find recordings of past events in our archive. 

Consider This is made possible by funding from the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH), the Oregon Cultural Trust, The Standard, Susan Hammer Fund of Oregon Community Foundation, and Pacific West Bank.

Any views, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this program do not necessarily represent those of the National Endowment for the Humanities or Oregon Humanities.