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| Bridging
US Political Divides The Christian Science Monitor recently ran a number of articles that seem to have struck a national nerve. Entitled "Talking with the Enemy," the series explores the political divide in the US. Laura Chasin, executive director of the Public Conversations Project (PCP), contributed an op-ed that encourages readers to put an end to unproductive, polarizing practices. On this page, you will find tools to help you take the first step, including: 1. PCP's one-page guide to one-on-one constructive conversation. 2. PCP's 11 tips for making hard conversations work. 3. More resources to support dialogue across differences. 4. Anatomy of Two Conversations cartoon.
Read on to explore the full Christian Science Monitor series, along with questions to inspire constructive conversation and personal reflection. View questions for people who have not yet read the series. View all questions. Across the Red-blue Divide Intro, by Daniel Yankelovich. Questions about this article. 9/11 Commission Brings Heat, But Also Light Part 1 of 8, by Thomas H. Kean and Lee H. Hamilton Questions about this article. Bush-contempt, Kerry-scorn: Is It 'Hate Thought'? Part 2 of 8, by Gary Alan Fine Questions about this article. A Political Odd Couple's Advice on Finding Common Ground Part 3 of 8, by Eugene F. Provenzo Jr. and Jack Thompson Questions about this article. At Heart of Good Political Discussion: the Idea Part 4 of 8, by Carla Seaquist Questions about this article. Nasty Politics? Puhleez! Get a Historic Grip. Part 5 of 8, by William Schambra Questions about this article. We Need Higher Quality Outrage Part 6 of 8, by Deborah Tannen Questions about this article. Humanity Is Not Red or Blue Part 7 of 8, by Joan Brown Campbell Questions about this article. How to Break the Argument Habit Part 8 of 8, by Laura Chasin Questions about this article. The Monitor's View: The Art of Political Listening Questions about this article. Do you have a story to tell about a breakthrough you've had in a politically polarized situation? The Christian Science Monitor is interested in your ideas, as an opinion essay or as simple feedback, which can be sent to its "Talking With the Enemy" series at talking@csps.com. If you have feedback on PCP's questions or other resources, please let us know! Simply email info@publicconversations.org. |
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