Robert Talisse Community Forum
Community Forum
Monday, Septermber 30, 7:00 p.m.
Dr. Talisse, while remaining nonpartisan, offers valuable insights
on democracy as it relates to the polarization in our country and
the 2024 presidential election. He views democracy as a path to a
flourishing society of self-governing equals. In his book, Talisse
explores the preservation of democratic principles, the obligations
and values of citizens, and the importance of engaging in honest
dialogue with those who hold opposing political views. He
highlights key insights that impact democracy:
- We tend to exaggerate the extremity of our opponents' views.
- Democracy must be sustained with both allies and adversaries.
- Good faith political disagreement is crucial for democracy.
- To preserve democracy, we must step back from the politics of the moment.
