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Starting A Discussion With Someone You Disagree With

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When we have differing opinions and can't even agree upon the facts, is there any point in trying to have a conversation? 

Yes, say Marla Estes and Rob Schläpfer. 

They offer workshops on “How to Change Minds (Including Your Own)" to provide some guidance for people who really do think a little dialogue might go a long way to reducing the current polarized state of American discussion. 

A session by that title comes to the Medford library on Saturday, July 1, part of The Weekly Talk series.They share thoughts on how to start a discussion without starting an argument.   

 

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Geoffrey Riley is a graduate of the University of Missouri School of Journalism and has hosted the Jefferson Exchange on JPR since 2009. He's been a broadcaster in the Rogue Valley for more than 35 years, working in both television and radio.