Last night, our Center celebrated its Inaugural Champion of Freedom Dinner & Celebration, honoring those who have demonstrated exceptional leadership and dedication in the pursuit of economic and individual freedom.
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- From the classroom: Former President of Ecuador and Senior Leadership Fellow Guillermo Lasso (@LassoGuillermo) began his study group sessions at our center. We are excited to have him this semester! #TheAdamSmithCenter
- Replying to @AdamSmithCenterCongratulations to our awardees: Ron DeSantis, Governor of Florida; Ileana Ros-Lehtinen, Former U.S. Congresswoman; Emilio Estefan, Musician & Producer; Javier Cárdenas, Business Executive; Daniel Hadad, Journalist & Media Entrepreneur; & Santiago Peña, President of Paraguay.
- Happening now: Launch of the Index of Bureaucracy 2023. Stream Live: youtube.com/live/uQbMMf0VP… #TheAdamSmithCenter
- Replying to @AdamSmithCenterOn behalf of our Founding Director, Carlos Díaz-Rosillo, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who joined us and for their unwavering support of our mission. See you next year! #TheAdamSmithCenter
- Day 1 of the Freedom Matters Conference is officially kicking off! In collaboration with Fundación Libertad, we will host a seminar featuring international leaders of politics and economics as we delve into crucial topics of freedom and democracy. #TheAdamSmithCenter
- From the classroom: Today's session with Senior Leadership Fellow and Former President of Ecuador Guillermo Lasso (@LassoGuillermo) analyzed how Ecuador handled the COVID-19 pandemic amid a Presidential transition of power and an economic crisis. #TheAdamSmithCenter
- Day 2 of the Freedom Matters Conference is underway in Buenos Aires, Argentina! Today, we will hold panels on 21st-century socialism, the cultural battle / cultural hegemony and defense of democracy, and the central axis of open society. #TheAdamSmithCenter
- Happening now: President Duque’s Book Launch! Our Future: A Green Manifesto for Latin America and the Caribbean #TheAdamSmithCenter
- The 2nd Summit Latin America was a resounding success! Our Founding Director, Carlos Díaz-Rosillo, had insightful discussions with Senior Leadership Fellows, former President of Ecuador Guillermo Lasso, and former Attorney General of Colombia Francisco Barbosa.
- Replying to @AdamSmithCenterFree access is available for all current FIU Students with a valid ID (shown at the door). A 50% discount is available for all other Adam Smith Center for Economic Freedom affiliates. For more information & to purchase tickets, visit freedom.fiu.edu/events/.
- From the classroom: Former Ambassador of Venezuela to the United States and Senior Leadership Fellow Carlos Vecchio completed his study group sessions with an open conversation on the migration crisis. Thank you for sharing your expertise with us! #TheAdamSmithCenter
- We had the honor of hosting a roundtable discussion with @FIUdc featuring Vicky Dávila (@VickyDavilaH), a renowned Colombian Journalist. Thank you, Vicky, for sharing insights on the fight for truth, freedom, and transparency in the press across the globe. #TheAdamSmithCenter
- From the classroom: Former President of Ecuador Guillermo Lasso (@LassoGuillermo) spoke about how a leader can transition from a successful private sector career to the uncertain world of politics and the lessons learned from three presidential campaigns. #TheAdamSmithCenter




























