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Family policies for ALL familiesFocusing especially on policies for families raising children, with acknowledgement of caregiving given and received throughout life. Respect and financial equity for caregivers - unpaid and paid; crafting policy for ALL families. Acknowledging the science of human development: the critical importance of ongoing intimate relationships that require time together; the imperative of reducing stress on parents (esp poverty, racism).
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2
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Dialogue on Civil DialoguesThis is a brand new platform we are road testing. We greatly appreciate any suggestions on ways to improve it–and discussions of such suggestions–and on ways to spread the word so that many of our fellow citizens will be able to join the give and take across the lines that divide us.
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9
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The Future University***A discussion of ways to redo college
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1
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Masks are a sign of caringA discussion of policies that curb the pandemic. Require or merely Recommend?
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2
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The American CommunityA discussion on ways to bridge differences that plague American society
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9
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Veteran AffairsFor those who served, their families, and their supporters.
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3
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Arts and CultureDedicated to movies, drama, and art that prompts dialogue and community building
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4
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BooksBooks that help dialogue and community building
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10
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Civic EducationDiscussions of changes in the school curriculum.
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6
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ResistanceDiscussions on ways to protest our condition
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3
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Ocean OraclesThe hub for dialogue on all things having to do with our oceans.
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11
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Human RightsWays to promote human rights overseas
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7
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Climate ChangeResponses to the challenges of climate change
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9
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HealthcareA community dedicated to discussing healthcare policies
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13
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Covid EconomyThe best ways to manage the pandemic and restart the economy
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7
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School ChoiceExploration of issues around charter schools, vouchers, parental choice, etc.
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4
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China: A Rising Adversary?A discussion of the West’s treatment of China
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2
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Core ValuesA discussion of moral differences
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2
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Community BanksOn the role and value of local banks
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6
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Child CareOptions on providing for kids whose parents work outside the home.
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3
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4
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PolicingDiscussing law and order, rehabilitation and public safety issues and trade offs.
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1
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Foreign Policy: 2021 and OnA discussion of Foreign Policy in the age of COVID
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1
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Income SupportThe United States has a wide range of income support programs. How should they be changed?
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1
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Beyond Climate Change***Climate change is only one, albeit important and significant, of Earth’s planetary processes. It’s important to integrate the other 8 processes, all of which are at tipping points, in order to ensure a sustainable and equitable planet ***
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1
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Truth and Reconciliation CommissionsHow can we implement the South African apartheid courts in the 21st century in the US?
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3
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The American Debt CrisisIf I can balance my budget, why can’t the US government?
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2
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Election 2020Thoughts and feedback on one of the most consequential elections of the 21st century so far
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0
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Free PressHow to keep the press free and social media regulated
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0
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Public Lands & Wild Horses & Burros2021 marks the 50th anniversary of the Wild Horses & Burros Act, meant to humanely manage these iconic creatures.
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0
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