The Dalai Lama's life is widely considered extraordinarily dedicated to peace, communication, and unity, as demonstrated by his receipt of the Nobel Peace Prize and the U.S. Congressional Gold Medal. Robert Thurman's Why the Dalai Lama Matters explores why this "simple Buddhist monk" has earned the world's love and respect, and also how restoring Tibet's autonomy within China is not only possible, but reasonable, and necessary for a peaceful world future. This event is co-sponsored with WNET/Thirteen New York.