We live in divisive and polarizing times, often remaining in comfortable social bubbles and
experiencing few genuine interactions with people who are different or with whom we …

Abstract Mathematics is motivating; at least, it should be. I argue that mathematical activity is
an inherently attractive enterprise for human beings because as intellectual organisms, we …

The inability to discuss complex and divisive issues such as racism and segregation
permeates our public life. The authors might shy away because they don't want to offend …

In this book, authors engage in an interdisciplinary discourse of theory and practice on the
concept of personal conviction, addressing the variety of grey zones that mark the concept …

A widely used phrase, emblematic of our time and memorialized on bumper stickers,
proclaims that “If you are not outraged, you are not paying attention.” What I find interesting …

This article focuses on the use of radio broadcasts as resources for those organizing and
convening face-to-face discussion groups in rural communities across the United States in …

This chapter focuses on historical and contemporary examples of civic education and
deliberative democracy efforts that put civil discourse at the center of that work. By looking at …

The Mindful Classroom: Constructive Conversations on Race, Identity, and Justice helps
teachers and discussion facilitators practice and teach mindfulness and movement …

Though polarization is not new, Americans seem to be living in a time of heightened volatility
in the political realm (Flanagan, 2017). Many people do not want to listen to the other side …

Beyond the Myth of the Town Meeting: Discursive Engagement as Governance Page 1 Journal
of Public Deliberation Volume 15 Issue 2 Town Meeting Politics in the United States: The Idea …