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151 - Against Toxic Polarization, with Andrew Hanauer
Dec 12, 2023
Andrew Hanauer, president and CEO of the One America Movement, discusses bridging divides in American politics and faith communities. They explore the challenges pastors face in addressing political divisions, the strategic approach to combating toxic polarization, and the importance of organizations like Global Immersion. They also discuss living out faith in a confusing world and highlight various organizations working towards combating toxic polarization through collaboration and open discussions.
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- The One America Movement aims to bridge divides by creating spaces for dialogue and collaboration among people with different beliefs and backgrounds.
- Faith communities play a crucial role in responding to toxic polarization by prioritizing biblical teachings and embodying values of love, compassion, and forgiveness.
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The Importance of Faith in Addressing Toxic Polarization
Andrew Hanower, president and CEO of the One America Movement, discusses the need to address toxic polarization in American society. Hanower shares his personal journey from a secular Jewish background to becoming a Christian and how it shaped his perspective. He emphasizes the significance of faith communities in responding to polarization and advocates for prioritizing biblical teachings over political views. Hanower also highlights the need for spiritual and moral formation, both in religious institutions and in society as a whole, to combat toxicity and division.
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