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MCC Daily Tribune

Spring 2023 Deliberative Dialogue Series: U.S. Foreign Policy & Economic Opportunity in Monroe County

The Democracy Commitment at MCC will hold two campus-wide deliberative dialogues this semester, covering American foreign policy and economic opportunity in Monroe County. Please look below for dates, times, locations, and registration information. 

Deliberative dialogues are unique opportunities for collaborative thinking about pressing public issues. Because each dialogue takes the form of deliberation, attendees drive the conversation in small groups facilitated by trained moderators. Deliberation is unlike panel discussions or debates. It is highly participatory, egalitarian, and non-adversarial. The foundation of each dialogue is an issue guide. These guides offer an opportunity to explore an issue critically and discuss alternative action steps while keeping our values at the center of the conversation. If you would like an advance copy of an issue guide or have questions, please email Joe Scanlon (jscanlon1@monroecc.edu). 

America's International Relations: What Obligations Do We Have to the International Community?

3/16/23, 11am to 12:15pm, Monroe A (Brighton Campus)

While there is disagreement over America's role in the world, recent events like COVID-19 and the war in Ukraine have renewed our thinking about America's obligations to the international community. Join us as we deliberate over options that emphasize prioritizing domestic politics, asserting our power to address global problems, and the need to cooperate with other states and international organizations. This event is free and open to the public. Please register in advance for America's International Relations event.

Economic Opportunity in Monroe County: How Can We Create Equitable Opportunities for All? 

4/19/23, 1145am to 1pm, Forum (Brighton Campus)

Creating a sustainable community means ensuring equitable opportunities for all. One of our area's most persistent questions is how to address poverty and issues relating to our shared quality of life in Monroe County. Join us as we deliberate over options emphasizing education, economic development, and increased direct aid to residents. This event is free and open to the public. Please register in advance for the Economic Opportunity in Monroe County event.

Sponsoring initiatives and departments: The Democracy Commitment at MCC, Global Education and International Services, Department of Anthropology, History, Political Science, and Sociology, and the PEACE Committee. 

Joseph Scanlon
Anthrop/History/Poli. Science/Sociology
02/28/2023