319- Common Ground, Not Common Enemies with Nathan Smolensky

We confront tribal habits, set aside ego, and explore how to disagree without scorched-earth rhetoric. Nathan Smolensky shares tools for curiosity, active listening, and clear messaging, plus a realistic path for independents in a system built for two.

• defining the problem of outrage-first politics
• using curiosity to lower defenses
• active listening as a repeatable habit
• balancing humility with confidence in your voice
• replacing coded language with clear, simple words
• designing conversations to test ideas, not people
• moving from fact fights to shared guardrails on power
• concise, story-led messaging supported by data
• opportunities for independents beyond purple states
• spoiler fears, closed primaries, and reform
• realistic optimism and strategic action
• when to disengage and redirect your effort

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