Civic discourse is unraveling across the country, and one of the most pronounced local examples is at San Diego County Board of Supervisors meetings. Name-calling, mockery, outbursts and ...

Gopal Krishna Gandhi, former West Bengal governor, warns of the dominant emotions of anger and vengeance in India's current public discourse. Highlighting the absence of apology and forgiveness, he ...

Often subconsciously, we winnow our individual view of who belongs in society, whom we have to consider as we move in the world. Commentaries are opinion pieces contributed by readers and newsmakers.

THE MORALITY of war is extremely complicated. So, consequently, are the ethics of commenting on it. But in the war in Israel and Gaza, some things are simple: the horrendous atrocities committed by ...

In many ways, Americans’ emotions toward politics today are as negative as their evaluations of the country’s political system. Majorities say they always or often feel exhausted (65%) and angry (55%) ...

WITH PRESIDENT AND GENERAL MANAGER DAN GEROUS. SOCIAL MEDIA HAS INVADED ALMOST EVERY ASPECT OF OUR LIVES. AND I’LL SAY IT RIGHT HERE AT THE TOP, IT’S NOT ALL BAD. THINK OF THE NEW RECIPES YOU’VE TRIED ...

In the dynamic world of public discourse, the role of the moderator is critical, guiding discussions at conferences, debates and interviews to ensure they remain relevant and civil. As passionate ...

In a world flooded with opinions, the role of the public intellectual has never been more essential—or more compromised. Once revered as critical thinkers who could deepen public understanding, many ...