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PolicingDiscussing law and order, rehabilitation and public safety issues and trade offs.
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4
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The American CommunityA discussion on ways to bridge differences that plague American society
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18
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Free PressHow to keep the press free and social media regulated
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6
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A.E.'s CornerMusings by Amitai Etzioni. Comments Welcome
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20
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Child CareOptions on providing for kids whose parents work outside the home.
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4
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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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11
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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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5
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Animal AdvocacyA discussion on approaches to animal advocacy, from veganism and individual change to institutional change and welfare reform.
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4
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California should be two StatesCalifornia should be broken in two to focus on the different issues in Northern and Southern California
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4
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BooksBooks that help dialogue and community building
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15
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ResistanceDiscussions on ways to protest our condition
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5
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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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4
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HealthcareA community dedicated to discussing healthcare policies
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24
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Citizen AssemblyWe bring together citizens in weekly free-speech forums to deliberate and develop the best solutions to our common problems. If you have a good idea, we want to hear it. If you want to lead, we will help you.
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3
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Covid EconomyThe best ways to manage the pandemic and restart the economy
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14
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Ocean OraclesThe hub for dialogue on all things having to do with our oceans.
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13
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Climate ChangeResponses to the challenges of climate change
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12
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Arts and CultureDedicated to movies, drama, and art that prompts dialogue and community building
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6
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Civic EducationDiscussions of changes in the school curriculum.
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6
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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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Changing ChurchThe changing role of “Church” in our society.
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3
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Human RightsWays to promote human rights overseas
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8
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AtheismCan a person be an Atheist and Conservative?
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2
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Big TechA discussion of the power of Big Tech and how to regulate it
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2
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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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The Give Back CommunityA community for people who want to make the World a better place. particularly in the form of giving back.
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2
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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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4
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Social JusticeA community of voices dedicated to furthering the cause of social justice in American society.
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2
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The Future University***A discussion of ways to redo college
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2
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Veteran AffairsFor those who served, their families, and their supporters.
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3
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School ChoiceExploration of issues around charter schools, vouchers, parental choice, etc.
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4
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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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1
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Bio EthicsA community to discuss bio ethical developments, opinions, and considerations.
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3
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Community BanksOn the role and value of local banks
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7
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Iran rushing towards nuclear capabilityShould the US return to the past agreement or demand stronger safeguards?
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2
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4
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Public ServiceShould there be a public service obligation for all American citizens?
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3
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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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WHAT TO DO ABOUT IRANA dscussion of the Biden Admnistration’s efforts to revive the JCPOA
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3
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ConservationThis is a community to explore issues in conservation and protecting natural areas at the municipal, state, and federal level!
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5
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Foreign Policy: 2021 and OnA discussion of Foreign Policy in the age of COVID
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3
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Core ValuesA discussion of moral differences
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2
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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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Principled LivingA moral compass alternative to organized religion, providing guideposts for wholesome living in the new millennium.
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0
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Gun ControlA community to address issues raised by gun control
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0
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Fearless SoulsNothing can stop us or keep us down. We face what’s in front of us fearless, never giving up.
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0
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HR1A discussion of the drive to change the ways elections are conducted in the USA
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0
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