How to Discuss Politics When You Disagree

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How to Discuss Politics When You Disagree

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Apr 17, 2023

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Talking politics in this polarized climate is a dicey proposition. On this episode of The Insightful Leader, an expert in the psychology of persuasion offers tips on how to approach the topic constructively.

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Apr 17, 2023

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