TED: How to have better political conversations | Robb Willer

The video discusses the increasing political polarization in the country, likening it to a zombie apocalypse where both sides see themselves as the heroes. It highlights the moral divide between liberals and conservatives, with each group endorsing different values. The speaker introduces 'moral reframing' as a technique to bridge this divide by aligning arguments with the audience's values. The video concludes with a call for empathy and respect to overcome societal divisions.

What evidence suggests that polarization is worsening in the country?

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How do liberals and conservatives tend to interact with each other according to the text?

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What is the significance of the statistic regarding friendships and relationships between liberals and conservatives?

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What does the author compare the current political situation to, and why?

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In what ways does the author suggest we can connect with our political counterparts?

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What are the different moral values endorsed by liberals and conservatives as mentioned in the text?

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How did the study involving persuasive essays illustrate the challenges of political communication?

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What is moral reframing and how can it be used to address polarization?

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What role does empathy and respect play in political discussions according to the author?

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What is the author's call to action regarding political polarization?

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