A Citizens League Mind Opener in partnership with
MPR News’ Talking Sense series

Coming together across differences to build trust, forge consensus, and solve problems often feels impossible in today’s divisive and hyper-polarized political environment – but the good news is, it doesn’t have to be!

On Monday, November 25, we gathered at the Capri Theater in Minneapolis to hear from authors Mariah Levison and Robert Fersh about their new book From Conflict to Convergence: Coming Together to Solve Tough Problems. Levison and Fersh offer a hands-on guide to de-escalating conflict and constructively engaging with others to find better solutions.

You can now watch the entire conversation above, or here on MPRNews.org.

Panelists:

  • Mariah Levison, co-author, Convergence CEO and President
  • Robert Fersh, co-author, Convergence Founder and first CEO
  • Moderator: Catharine Richert, MPR News
Mariah Levison

Mariah Levison

Co-author, Convergence CEO and President

Robert Fersh

Robert Fersh

Co-author, Convergence Founder and first CEO

Catharine Richert

Catharine Richert

Moderator, MPR News