This division hampers the very communication needed to bridge our differences, further weakening the social fabric essential for healthy, functioning communities.
Without constructive discourse, we cannot develop solutions to society’s pressing problems, let alone construct a vibrant, inclusive nation.
Today, public discourse happens online. But social media platforms often do not have our best interests at heart. Their algorithms are designed to prioritize engagement no matter whether constructive or not, which too often means promoting conflict and division — our fighting becomes the product.
