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Event Video: How to Teach Middle School Students to Argue Better
Event Video: How to Teach Middle School Students to Argue Better
As society grapples with deepening political and ideological divides, how are we raising and educating young people to understand and navigate relationships across differences?
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If We Are Going to Argue, Let's Do It Right
If We Are Going to Argue, Let's Do It Right
Read more from Aspen Institute Citizenship and American Program associate director, Caroline Hopper, in this CNN Opinion piece on the Better Arguments Project in Detroit.
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Event Video: Tech Boom Tensions in Denver Area
Event Video: Tech Boom Tensions in Denver Area
The program included remarks by local and national leaders, including Colorado Governor Jared Polis. Participants had the opportunity to constructively engage in contentious topics as they relate to metro Denver's booming tech industry.
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Tech-Boom Tensions To Be Addressed By Denver Leaders During The Better Arguments Project Event
Tech-Boom Tensions To Be Addressed By Denver Leaders During The Better Arguments Project Event
Local residents and guest speakers including Governor Jared Polis address the contentious topic.
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