Ever since the elections of last November when the Democratic Party gained control of the House of Representatives and the US Senate, we’ve been hearing about the need for civil governance. “Let’s work together”, “Let’s compromise”, “Let’s talk”, and “Let’s negotiate” are all phrases that we’ve seen and heard on the news.
The governing process is one place where people are tired of polarization, but the truth is that polarization happens in many places throughout our world, communities, and even in our homes.
The current issue of Presbyterian Outlook, (a weekly magazine for that denomination) has a series of articles that explore the healing that is needed, and is possible, in places where polarization occurs. It focuses on the difficulty we have talking with someone who does not think like we do. An article we wrote about the Institute and its work to build civility is included. You can find the article at www.pres-outlook.com.
It is refreshing to be a part of a growing movement in this country that is concerned about polarization wherever it occurs, and seeks to build community by encouraging civility. We are grateful for each opportunity to spread the word - whether in person, in print, on TV or by blog. As more individuals and organizations call for and practice civil governance, we will ultimately get it.
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This entry was posted by Tomas on Wednesday, February 14th, 2007, at 7:25 pm, and was filed in Civility, Compromise, Negotiate, Polarization, Politics, Presbyterian.
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