Civil Discourse in Ireland: Lessons from Citizens' Assemblies

Exploring the success of civil public discourse in Ireland through citizens' assemblies, focusing on contentious issues like marriage equality and abortion. The chapter highlights the role of randomly selected citizens, trained facilitators like Michael McGuffin, and the importance of respectful dialogue and listening. It emphasizes the impact of citizens' assemblies on increasing empathy, understanding differing viewpoints, and fostering public trust in decision-making processes.