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How to have a better argument across the political divide America is ideologically split, and if the animosity over the 2020 election results is any indication, we may be fast losing the ability to bridge the divide. Is there any way to reconnect? Could we learn how to discuss our beliefs with opposing friends, family and acquaintances — perhaps over Zoom or socially distanced get-togethers — and have a dialogue in which we disagree, yet emerge on the other side feeling understood? That’s the premise behind The Better Arguments Project, a civic initiative by the Aspen Institute, Facing...

20 Issues and Ideas That Deserved More Attention in 2020 December 22, 2020  • David K. Gibson It is normal, at the end of the year, for organizations such as ours to assemble a “best of” list of stories. It’s a recognition of great work and a small thank you gift to those who have supported us. We don’t have to tell you that 2020 was not a normal year. But even in the maelstrom of a pandemic, social unrest, and political division, the important work of individuals and programs that are a part of the Aspen Institute has continued—and it is work that shouldn’t be overlooked.

When it comes to political talk, you can, in fact, turn your next conversation with a friend or loved one who disagrees with you into a win-win. Here are expert tips from civic initiative The Better Arguments Project.