The skills of deliberation are needed now more than ever.
Young Americans are coming of age at a trying time, one that is too often defined by political polarization and a lack of understanding and cooperation across differences. In this landscape, the skills and practices of deliberation are more essential than ever, offering a key to understanding policy issues from multiple perspectives, making informed decisions, and acting cooperatively in the best interests of entire communities.
Together, Close Up and the Deliberative Democracy Lab at Stanford University are expanding on the historic gathering of America in One Room: The Youth Vote to bring a culture of deliberative dialogue to schools and universities nationwide.
