Faith, Religion, and American Politics: A Conversation with Vice President Mike Pence and Paul McNulty

A firm believer that faith, family, and liberty are foundational American values, former Vice President Mike Pence will be joined by Paul McNulty to discuss how those core beliefs play into national politics today.

Pence was born in Columbus, Indiana, in 1959, into a family that epitomized the American Dream, instilling in him values of hard work, faith, and family. After graduating from Hanover College and Indiana University School of Law, he embarked on a multifaceted career, including law practice, hosting a talk show, serving as a congressman for six terms, and championing limited government and fiscal responsibility. Pence then was elected the 50th governor of Indiana, focusing on tax cuts, job creation, education reform, and infrastructure investment while maintaining fiscal responsibility. His accomplishments in Indiana led to his selection by GOP presidential nominee Donald Trump to be his running mate. Pence's conservative philosophy, which he said was inspired by by Ronald Reagan, led to his founding Advancing American Freedom.

Paul J. McNulty recently retired after 11 years as president of Grove City College, his alma mater. A 1980 graduate of the college, McNulty spent over 30 years in Washington, D.C., as an attorney in public service and private practice before becoming the college's ninth president in 2014. In 2006, the United States Senate unanimously confirmed McNulty to the position of deputy Attorney General, the second in command at the U.S. Department of Justice and the Chief Operating Officer of the department's 100,000 employees. He previously served as the U.S. attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia and was a leader in the U.S. response to the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. He served as a senior attorney in the U.S. Congress, including as chief counsel and director of Legislative Operations for the House Majority Leader, and led the global corporate compliance and investigations practice for Baker McKenzie, one of the world's largest law firms. 

Date/Time: Wednesday, November 5, 2025 7:00-8:30PM

Location: Jefferson Educational Society, 3207 State St, Erie, PA 16508

Admission:

• General Admission: $35
• Preferred Seating: $60 (Closest Section Near the Stage)

Additional Fees:  Amusement Tax, Processing Fee 

Parking: Lot behind building, State Street, 33rd Street, 32nd Street, French Street

NEED TO KNOW INFO:

ARRIVE EARLY & PACK LIGHT

• Parking: FREE parking is available in the Jefferson Educational Society parking lot behind the building, and along State Street, 33rd Street, 32nd Street, and French Street.
• Arrive early: Doors open at 6:00pm, please be patient with our volunteers and staff as we make sure the event is enjoyed by all.
• Security: You must go through a security check to enter this event. Pack only what you need to enter.
• Bag Policy: We are following the latest Erie Events Bag Policy, and it will be strictly enforced. Please visit the Erie Events website for complete details of all Prohibited Items. (erieevents.com/safety-and-security)
• Tickets: There are no physical tickets for this event. After you go through security, go to the registration tables and sign in with our volunteers with your name.
• Seating: Seating is first-come, first-served in the General Admission section. The Preferred Section has nameplates on specific seats or seats that simply say Preferred Seating. Please do not move any specific name plates, they were placed intentionally by our staff. There are seats for everyone who purchased a ticket.
• Late Arrivals and Re-Entry: The doors will lock at 6:50pm and NO admittance will be allowed after the doors close. This includes if you were already in the event and stepped outside. No one will be admitted into the building for any reason after 6:50pm.

This event is SOLD OUT. Please be aware that our staff and volunteers are working diligently to ensure the safety and satisfaction of all who are attending this event, and we may be unable to answer your call or email.