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Abstract of "Moving from Polarized Polemic to Constructive Conversation: A Report from the Public Conversations Project" by Herzig, Margaret

Citation:
Herzig, Margaret. "Moving from Polarized Polemic to Constructive Conversation: A Report from the Public Conversations Project." In Interact: The Journal of Public Participation. July, 2001.

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This article describes some common patterns of polarization, outlines the general approach that the Public Conversations Project has developed to address these patterns through dialogue, and discusses some ways in which private dialogue can enhance public participation.

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