Restoring American democracy through civility and compromise

spokesman.com

American democracy is facing strain, with concerns about fraying norms and increasing division as the nation approaches its 250th anniversary. The article argues for a recommitment to civility, honesty, and mutual respect, citing former Speaker Tom Foley as an example of a leader who embodied these virtues. It calls for citizens to resist toxic political culture and restore democratic principles through listening, truth-telling, and compromise, drawing parallels to historical challenges.


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