How does religion shape political power—and when does it become inseparable from the state itself? In this installment of the How We Got Here webinar series, Gilad Avrahami and Trevor Stern examine cases in the Middle East where religious ideology is a central driver of government action and political conflict. We’ll explore how religious goals inform state behavior, protest responses, foreign policy, and the actions of influential militant groups. Though often considered taboo, discussing religion - from the personal to the public - is indispensable for understanding why there are those who choose to sacrifice stability in favor of warfare.

Conversational, educational, and thought-provoking,How We Got Hereconnects current events to the longer histories behind them, helping us understand not just what’s happening, but why.

Join us on Thursday, February 12 at noon (Eastern) for this live webinar.