From news to everyday conversations, we all play a part in lowering the temperature.
Catch @tptAlmanac's coverage of our talk with High Conflict author @amandaripley, moderated by @mlahammer —on de-escalating without disengaging. tpt.org/almanac/video/…
Building a #Minnesota where we can disagree without division starts with truly hearing each other.
Join us next Wednesday for a conversation with Community Mediation Minnesota co-founders on conflict resolution practices that center empathy, clarity, and connection. RSVP now.
RSVP now for our August 14 event 🗓️
Join conflict resolution expert Steven Reuter for practical tools to navigate disagreements, foster respect, and keep teams working together.
📅 August 14 | 12 PM CT | Zoom
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Ever since the shootings of state lawmakers, we've been highlighting legislators who are working together to do better. @mlahammer reports on another bipartisan duo from the same district — Senator @MichaelKreun and Representative Matt Norris, @MNfromMN — who recently signed the…
Meet the many leaders taking the Civic Pledge and another bipartisan duo who share a legislative district and goal to do better together after the violence here. @majority_middle@tptAlmanac
What does it take to heal a divided nation? Political violence expert Nathan Stock will share a practical framework for addressing polarization at every level—individual, community, and national.
📅 August 13, 7 PM
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We’re deeply grateful to the organizations who have committed to bridging divides, building trust, and fostering peaceful civic engagement, making this effort real.
Join us as a partner today at whatwecandoweek.org/partners.
A recent survey found that "72% of our fellow Americans want to be part of restoring civility and 83% expect their elected officials to get along." @WhatWeCanDoWeek, organized by @shannonkwatson of @majority_middle, Nathan Stock of @MiddleEastInst and Libby Steger of…
Take the Civic Pledge today. ✍️
Sign online or download a printable copy to host your own signing—solo or with a group.
Make your commitment to respect, dialogue, and democracy. ➡️ whatwecandoweek.org/pledge
On Tuesday, August 5, join longtime public servant Jake Spano—former Mayor, city councilor, and staffer at every level of government—for a practical session on how to navigate local government systems and drive change where it matters most.
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Tonight on Almanac at 7 p.m.:
- St. Paul @MayorCarter provides an update on the recent cyberattack on the city of St. Paul
- Professors Cindy Rugeley, @UMNDuluth and @larryrjacobs, @UMNews, on the latest Trump administration developments
- @FitzBeatSr on the Twins trading away…
In the wake of political violence in Minnesota, these leaders came together to take a stand—for respect, dialogue, and a healthier democracy.
✍️ Join them by signing the pledge today at whatwecandoweek.org/pledge and register for an event through August 16.
Today, civic leaders from across Minnesota gathered to sign our Civic Pledge, standing together for respect, dialogue, and democracy.
We stand with each leader who has joined our pledge. And we invite you to join us.
Sign the Civic Pledge now at whatwecandoweek.org/pledge.
Why is America so divided—and what can we do about it?
Join political violence expert Nathan Stock on Aug 4 at 7 PM for Part 1 of his series on polarization and political violence in the U.S.
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Join Amanda Ripley, author of High Conflict, for a powerful conversation on how we get out of destructive conflict loops and build healthier dialogue.
🗓️ August 1 | Interactive, live discussion
🎙️ Moderated by Mary Lahammer, TPT - Twin Cities PBS
🔗 whatwecandoweek.org/event-details-…
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