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MCC Daily Tribune

Fall 2021 Deliberative Dialogues Series: Be Part of the Discussion & the Solution

Deliberative dialogues are unique opportunities to engage in 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 the panel discussions or debates we are accustomed to in American politics, as it is highly participatory, egalitarian, and non-adversarial. The foundation of each deliberative dialogue is an issue guide. These guides offer an opportunity to critically explore an issue while also putting our personal values at the center of the conversation. Overall, deliberation promotes the listening and talking necessary to have difficult conversations in a democratic society. 

Below is information on this semester's deliberative dialogues series, including dates, times, topics, and registration links. If you would like an advance copy of an issue guide or have questions, please contact Joe Scanlon at jscanlon1@monroecc.edu.

9/29/21 1145am-100pm

Health care: How Can We Bring Costs Down While Getting the Care We Need?

Whether it is medical bills or prescription drug costs, Americans are concerned about the future of quality affordable health care in the U.S. Join us as we deliberate over options that emphasize ensuring health care for all, improving the current system, and freeing people to make individual choices.

Registration link: https://monroecommunity.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMtdemqrjwoH9A M4KyS8WRilAtUzXcH5dC1

10/21/21 1230pm-145pm

Voting: How Should We Improve and Safeguard Our Elections?

Americans are concerned about their elections. They worry about election interference, election integrity, and restrictions on access to voting. Join us as we deliberate over options that emphasize improving voter turnout, securing elections, and making voting fairer and more inclusive.

Registration link: https://monroecommunity.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAtdu6przwoHNT gBGH4rCdIqWBqtQ-FHzO8

11/30/21 1230pm-145pm

Free Speech and the Inclusive Campus: How Do We Foster the Campus Community We Want?

Americans are concerned about the balance between speech and student well-being on college campuses. How do we create an environment that reflects our core values? Join us as we deliberate over options that emphasize student well-being, intellectual curiosity, and the ideals of free expression.

Registration link: https://monroecommunity.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZclc-6qqDItG9H xMFE7XuPcaN4kl_4sB8a9

Sponsoring Organizations and Initiatives: The Democracy Commitment at MCC,  PEACE Committee, Department of Anthropology, History, Political Science, and Sociology

Attached Files:
Fall 2021 Deliberative Dialogue series (1).pdf

Joseph Scanlon
Anthrop/History/Poli. Science/Sociology
09/24/2021