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Dare to Share
Moving past the talking points
Why do we care enough about issues and problems in the world to dive into polarization and gridlock? Usually at the root of our advocacy is something that inspires us, such as our love for our family, community, or physical place in the world. That love and inspiration might extend more broadly to our country or to human and other life. We might draw inspiration from a dream or vision for how those things could be in the future. When it feels like our people, places, and dreams are under threat, we mobilize and advocate.
A funny thing happens, however, when conversations get stuck. In an argument or debate, sharing what we love can make us feel too vulnerable. We may also fear it wouldn’t be effective ...
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