Fifty Years of Radical Conversation | Columbus News

Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Sep 8, 2026 · 1m

Fifty years after thirteen women defied the odds to create a space where everyone—regardless of background—could come together to talk about what matters in central Ohio, the Columbus Metropolitan Club is still thriving. President Sophia Fifner calls their mission “radical” but essential: fostering open, civil dialogue in an age of division. From hosting Phyllis Schlafly to tackling housing and tech today, they’ve always welcomed diverse voices—and now they’re bringing students into the conversation. Their anniversary celebration on September 10th at the National Veterans Memorial and Museum…