There’s more to our politics than just left vs. right.
My Civility Philosophy
3 Reasons To Be Civil…To Someone Who’s Not Being Civil
It’s not about fairness. It’s about communication.
There Is Often, But Not Always, Virtue In Seeking Common Ground
A response to Tayari Jones.
Compassion and Activism Go Hand in Hand
Want to be a better activist? Be more compassionate.
Civility is a Tool to Use, Not a Team to Join
Why throw away a great tool?
The Benefits of Incivility
What if incivility has a role to play in struggles for justice?
Is It Okay To Befriend An “Oppressor”?
Ellen’s friendship with George W. Bush isn’t just okay—it’s deeply moral.
There’s a Time to Speak Up and a Time to Stay Quiet
Silence can be active or passive.
“Civility” Has Different Meanings. My Civility Isn’t Niceness.
On active vs. passive civility.
Everybody is Everybody
In the Trump era, how do I reconcile the need to fight with the need to be civil?