Dancing in the Minefield: Seeking Peace Amidst Polarization

Abstract

Bitter arguments over pandemic protocols and public safety...racial injustice protests following the death of George Floyd and others...the most divisive and aggressive political environment in memory, including an unprecedented breach of the US Capitol...the SCOTUS decision overturning Roe v Wade, and the subsequent chaos regarding reproductive rights...these issues and others have confronted the United States over the last three years and show no signs of abating. The passion-fueled polarization surrounding these matters is no surprise, as these are not just esoteric debating points - they are deeply personal issues that often come with debilitating pain for many. These conflicts play out daily in our families, communities, and companies. As EA professionals, we are at the forefront of bringing hope, compassion and under- standing into these situations.