The real value of the Ben Franklin is not found on this opening page, composed largely of happenings and announcements. The REAL Ben is found inside where you can virtually sit in the classroom, engage in conversations with the participants, read blogs with editorial elegance and lived insight.  Check out the  Founders’ Main Blog and the Diplomats’ Main Blog . The Video download sections have wonderful edited clips sharing the feel of the Institute and podcast interviews with depth.  The respective photo sections present a lighter take with visual records of the Fellows’ adventures and misadventures.  You can learn more from both groups on the respective  ”topic blogs” sections and view video projects on You-Tube.

 Click picure for a larger view of  “the spirit of the BFTF” in the Reflecting Pool, Washington DC