The Politics of Delusion
The other day, a friend emailed Thomas B. Edsall’s article “The Politics of Delusion Have Taken Hold” to me. In his note, he wrote:
This article speaks to Building Bridges Word by Word in several ways. Mostly, it highlights the extreme difficulty of changing attitudes and perceptions. (Yikes —we’re hardwired for bias!) Focusing on positive values and actions on the part of people with whom we may disagree politically seems more important than ever.
How can wesee beyond our political disagreements? Building Bridges Word by Word believes that by reading each other’s stories, we can discover that we may have something in common, maybe even agree on a few things.
Check out our stories and add one of your own – and help us to see each other in a new light.
Read the Stories and Meet the People Who Wrote Them
Wander around and see which stories speak to you. Each story contributes to our collective experiences, creating a bridge of shared understanding.
Share Your Story and Be a Bridge Builder
Reflect on a meaningful saying, quote, poem or song. It could be an old family saying, a quote that inspires you, or a heart-touching poem or song.