Citizens With Courage
”A house divided against itself cannot stand.”
-Abraham Lincoln
Today’s polarization is increased by how we talk about, and how we talk with, those on the other side. Too often, we stereotype, make fun of, and denigrate our fellow citizens who support the other political party, its leaders, and its policies.
This free workshop teaches:
- How we can be more aware of our own “inner polarizer”
- How to challenge without attacking, dismissing or disrespecting those we don’t agree with
- Strategies for shifting a conversation to avoid contempt and ridicule of those with seemingly opposing political views.
- How to practice together and take action to depolarize ourselves and our community
What? Workshops to depolarize and renew our shared civic life
When? October 16, 23 ,30 and November 6 (Light dinner 5:30- 6:00 session 6:00-7:30)
Where? Cologne Community Center 1211 Village Pkwy, Cologne, MN 55322
Who? Citizens seeking ways to reduce polarization in our community
Hosts:
Chris Commers (commersc@gmail.com) lives south of Bongards between Cologne and NYA. He taught at Chaska HS for many years and continues to work on public projects promoting education and civic participation. He’s a facilitator with The Center for Courage and Renewal.
Mary Lou Platt lives in Waconia. She is very active in her community. She volunteers in various human rights groups. With management and administrative work history in banking, Mary Lou has a strong belief in working together to solve problems by listening to others.
