Join us for a panel to explore engaging in civil political discourse among family and friends!
The panelists will provide different points of view involving civil discourse, to include:
Catherine Forslund, Rockford University Professor of American History, offering historical context on contentious presidential campaigns.
Ron Lee, Rockford University Professor of Political Science, will share insights about how to have a political conversation in a civil, courteous manner.
Barb Laimins, chair of the League of Women Voters of Illinois (LWVIL) Mis/Disinformation Task Force, will share steps that will help you identify misinformation and disinformation.
Charles Stone, state coordinator of Braver Angels, will share experiences of bringing conservatives and liberals together in conversation about political issues.
This event is co-sponsored by LWV Greater Rockford, Woman Space, AAUW, AKA and Rockford University.