

Why campus protests worsen divisions, and how to mediate: Advice from Eboo Patel
May 11, 2024
Eboo Patel, Founder of Interfaith America, advocates for cooperation on college campuses amidst protests, emphasizing civil discourse over division. He discusses the need for universities to promote dialogue and solutions to complex issues, criticizes the default mode of confrontation, and highlights successful examples of constructive debates on campuses like Brown and Northwestern.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Navigating Campus Protests: Dialogue Over Confrontation
02:49 • 9min
Navigating Cultural Identities and Conflict in Campus Protests
12:05 • 3min
Navigating the Complexities of Effective Protest and Conflict Resolution
15:13 • 2min
Fostering Civil Discourse on College Campuses
16:44 • 10min
Fostering Cooperation and Common Ground in a Diverse Democracy
26:41 • 2min