Bridging Ideological Divides Through Faith: Dialogue for Pluralism and Democracy

Explore strategies for bridging ideological divides through a faith-based lens in this 58-minute panel discussion from The Aspen Institute. Delve into the role of faith communities in addressing societal polarization and fostering constructive engagement across differences. Learn from diverse faith leaders as they discuss topics such as the impact of social media on civic discourse, the importance of citizenship education, and practical approaches to facilitating better arguments. Gain insights on navigating non-negotiable beliefs, bringing one's full self to conversations, and rebuilding democracy through interfaith dialogue. Discover how religious institutions can contribute to pluralism and civic engagement in an era of deep divisions.

Introduction
Introductions
Rev Dr Xena Jock
Toxicity in Our Culture
Social Media and Technology
The Human Condition
Faith Communities
Religion Politics
Citizenship Classes
Democracy
Experimentation
Better Arguments
Ritual
Rapid Fire
Conversation Partners
Dealing with Nonnegotiables
Bringing Full Self
Raising Points with Clergy
Coming Out of the Pandemic
The Civil Conversations Project
How to work with people who dont trust each other