Political Incivility

Sentiments From the Swing State: An Ohioan's Appeal for a Civil Election

Stuart Muszynski | Posted 05.09.2012

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Stuart Muszynski

Every year that incivility in politics increases and is showcased and exploited by political parties and the media, average, every day Americans become more "in your face."

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On Civility and Public Discourse

John J. DeGioia | Posted 05.02.2012

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John J. DeGioia

Rush Limbaugh's remarks about Sandra Fluke, following her respectful and sincere testimony, can only be described as misogynistic, vitriolic, and a misrepresentation of the position of our student. In our vibrant and diverse society, there always are important differences that need to be debated, with strong and legitimate beliefs held on all sides of challenging issues. The greatest contribution of the American project is the recognition that together, we can rely on civil discourse to engage the tensions that characterize these difficult issues, and work towards resolutions that balance deeply held and different perspectives. We must return to the values that hold us together.

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Coffman: Obama "Probably Won't Admit" to Reading U.S. Constitution

Jason Salzman | Posted 04.18.2012

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Jason Salzman

I've been thinking that journalists should add a "civility" beat to their shrinking offerings. At least they should give a little extra air or ink (literal and digital) to challenge politicians when they hit below the belt.

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Celebrating a Virtually Forgotten Media Maestro

David Tereshchuk | Posted 02.02.2012

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David Tereshchuk

December's days are to dwindle down to year's-end, and I'm already into holiday time's mental excursions. They're taking me off-road a bit, into the b...

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Why Americans Hate Politics

Jonathan_Miller | Posted 10.14.2011

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Jonathan_Miller

A political firestorm erupted in the tiny rural hamlet of Fancy Farm, Kentucky, last weekend when a scandalous speech delivered by Governor Steve Beshear received universal approbation from political insiders and the capital press corps.

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Rules of Engagement

Steven Weber | Posted 09.06.2011

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Steven Weber

Alright, you know each other. Now here are the rules: No hitting below the belt. The reason for this is that you will neither be happy nor particularly disposed toward being at all communicative on any level, let alone a civil one.

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Why Do Americans Fight Over Civility?

Robert P. Jones, Ph.D. | Posted 05.25.2011

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Robert P. Jones, Ph.D.

This disagreement -- why civility matters -- provides a window into the dramatically different world views of liberals and conservatives that lie at the root of our current political conflicts.

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Richard Dreyfuss Holds Media Accountable

Mike Smith | Posted 05.25.2011

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Mike Smith

Actor Richard Dreyfuss, 63, is applying his passion to a new act: calling the collective media to task.

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Arizona Tragedy Breathes Life Into Discourse Debate

Jonathan Merritt | Posted 05.25.2011

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Jonathan Merritt

The Arizona shooting is an unmitigated tragedy, but if this event can fuel a transformation in our public discourse, it will be a small glimmer on a dark moment in history.

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Gabrielle Giffords, American Hero

Brent Budowsky | Posted 05.25.2011

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Brent Budowsky

Let's consider how the career of Gabrielle Giffords, and the good will she inspires from political supporters and opponents alike, makes her so quintessentially American and so classically heroic.

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Advice For the Mad and Worried

Tom Morris | Posted 05.25.2011

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Tom Morris

The number one emotion or attitude in our nation and around the world right now just might be anger. The blood pressure of humanity is through the roo...

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F**king Off for a Day

Loraine Boyle | Posted 05.25.2011

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Loraine Boyle

Just as people have advocated cell phone free days, how about a day where no one, not even the Vice President, can use the "f" word.

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Love Obama, Hate Palin? Then Listen to the President

Rory Fitzgerald | Posted 05.25.2011

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Rory Fitzgerald

If we manage to see the good qualities in our opponents, we collectively arrive at the truth much more quickly. In this way, we are much more likely to learn from one another.

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Civility, For God's Sake: Christians on Right and Left Call for Gentler Debates

Jonathan Merritt | Posted 05.25.2011

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Jonathan Merritt

Shouldn't those of us who claim to follow the Prince of Peace be able to stand firmly upon our convictions without being offensive, cutting or downright mean?

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Civil Discourse And The Intentional Conversation

Hoyt Hilsman | Posted 11.17.2011

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Hoyt Hilsman

What is an Intentional Conversation? Stated simply: It is a structured conversation with no purpose other than the conversation itself.

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Incivility: The Root Cause Is Lack of Empathy

Lisa Earle McLeod | Posted 11.17.2011

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Lisa Earle McLeod

It would be easy to go off on a rant about the disrespectful Congressman, the angry athlete or the scene-stealing rapper, but these people are not acting in a cultural vacuum.

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How Race Turns up the Volume on Incivility: A Scientifically Informed Post-Mortem to a Controversy

Drew Westen | Posted 05.25.2011

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Drew Westen

What's been missing from our national discourse on "is it race or isn't it?" is the distinction psychologists and neuroscientists have made for over two decades between conscious and unconscious prejudice.

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The Damage that Time has Done

Joe The Nerd Ferraro | Posted 05.25.2011

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Joe The Nerd Ferraro

Time's cover is the beginning of a rehab job for Glenn Beck. The magazine is trying once again to make it okay for people to sponsor this "person".

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Curb Your Enthusiasm: Live From Capitol Hill

Nancy Snow | Posted 05.25.2011

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Nancy Snow

Many Americans are talking back to government, some more viciously than the majority, but Pelosi's broad brush seems to paint all Obama administration critics as potential violent offenders and inciters.

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When God Tells You to Hate

Deepak Chopra | Posted 05.25.2011

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Deepak Chopra

The rise of incivility in our time displays behavior that cannot be eradicated. At best it is controlled. Sane, civil people have always been the gatekeepers of mature behavior and the teachers of morality.

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Breaking News: Someone Says Something; Others Offended

Spencer Green | Posted 05.25.2011

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Spencer Green

Several groups are angry with something said by someone in front of some people somewhere. Someone then appeared in a highly visible public forum where he or she apologized publicly.

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