SCARBOROUGH A local volunteer group is hosting a screening and discussion of a film later this month about bridging political divides. Scarborough Community Connections will show “The Reunited States” online for free from Feb. 21-28. The film, based on the book of the same name by Mark Gerzon, explores the nation’s political divides and […]
Scarborough Community Connections to host documentary, discussion on bridging political divides
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Scarborough Community Connections will host a documentary and discussion about bridging political divides. The volunteer group provides opportunities for civil dialogue and community engagement.
Given the recent political climate nationally as well as in our local community the group is concerned about the tendency to focus on the divisiveness and polarization that has increased incivility the citizens’ daily interactions, according to a SCC press release.
Th group hopes to offer opportunities to reflect on the causes of polarization and incivility in the local community with ideas and examples about how each person can become part of the solution. The aim is to enhance connections within the community through common experiences and conversations.