The first aspect is to provide a more respectful and action oriented political dialogue.
We are aware that the word respectful has different connotations to different people, so let us be clear what we mean by that word. Respectful to us means trying to find common ground with those you disagree with so you can begin to make a positive movement towards change. It means listening to other points of view, assuming best intentions, and not shouting down those who disagree with you. It means being open to having your views changed, and looking to foster nuance in your conversation.
It does not mean making space for those who choose to use slurs, or racist, sexist, homophobic, ableist, transphobic, or other forms of bigoted or discriminatory language. It does not mean that people should should feel like they can’t be impassioned or even angry by systems or injustice.
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