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Applying conflict resolution insights to hyper-polarization: “When will (we) ever learn?”

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Long-time conflict resolution scholar and practitioner, Carrie Menkel-Meadow reflects on the many causes of hyper-polarization and suggests new metaphors and approaches for replacing it with constructive, collaborative problem solving. 

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Adding to the call to action—A few more thoughts

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An exploration of the importance of framing and the need to take control of the destructive narratives that are so pervasive in polarized democracies. We need to replace them with a shared vision for our future -- one that is attractive to everyone including those with whom we disagree. 

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Applying conflict resolution insights to the hyper-polarized, society-wide conflicts threatening liberal democracies

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Long-time conflict resolution scholar and practitioner, Carrie Menkel-Meadow reflects on the many causes of hyper-polarization and suggests new metaphors and approaches for replacing it with constructive, collaborative problem solving. 

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BI/CRQ Discussion: Welcome and Invitation to Participate

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An open invitation to participate in an online exploration of additional things that those with conflict -related expertise might be able to do to help diffuse the hyperpolarized conflict problems that are so threatening to modern societies.

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The Hyper-Polarization Crisis: a Conflict Resolution Challenge

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In partnership with the Conflict Resolution Quarterly's new Feature Article series, Beyond Intractability is convening a new online discussion focused on the hyper-polarization crisis.


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The Many Types of Reconciliation

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Different types of reconciliation are better at different times and places, and can be done simultaneously or sequentially. Choosing the proper order can determine success or failure. #mbi_cci

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The Ukrainian War: What Happens When You Have a War That Both Sides Absolutely, Positively Can't Afford to Lose?

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The same dynamic that is driving the hyper-polarization crisis in so many countries now threatens to turn the Ukrainian crisis into a truly catastrophic war.

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Priorities for Reducing Political Polarization in the United States

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An explanation of why, for a healthy democracy, it is so important that voters believe that their core interests will be protected--even when they lose an election! #mbi_fundamentals

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Reflections on Neuroscience, Conflict, and Peacebuilding

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The new generation of neuroscience insights are revolutionizing the way in which we think about a wide range of conflict problems. #mbi_cci

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