Put Down Your Boxing Gloves When Talking Politics (LWV Greater Rockford)
Rockford University 2401 E State St, RockfordJoin 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, [...]