Local experts weigh in on talking politics over the holidays
Local experts weigh in on talking politics over the holidays By Meghan Grey | December 20, 2020 at 10:22 PM CST - Updated December 21 at 9:12 AM
MANKATO, Minn. (KEYC) - With a recent general election, active movements and a new president-elect, this yearâs holiday gatherings are destined to develop discussions about politics.
In a time when differing standpoints have even our social circles polarized, Kristen Cvancara, Ph. D., Professor in Communication Studies and University Fellowship Coordinator at Minnesota State University, Mankato, and Andrew Archer, MSW, LICSW, Clinical Social Worker and Therapist at MN Mental Health Services, explain some helpful tips to keep the conversation civil.