On Wednesday, November 14th, 170 students and faculty attended the fall installment of the Department of Political Science’s Film Series. The event took place in the Alkek teaching Theater and showcased The Pursuit of Happyness starring Will Smith. The film told the story of a down and out salesman who lifted himself from poverty and homelessness to become a successful stockbroker, while caring for his young son. In the course of the film, Smith repeatedly invoked the Declaration of Independence. A number of students remained afterwards to discuss the film with Prof. Rick Henderson who coordinates the series. The Political Science Film Series is part of the department’s Discourse in Democracy programming.
