#242: On the Difference between Opposition and an Anti-Democratic Stance

Government always needs criticism and opposition. But criticism doesn't just mean affect-driven rejection, resentment or even dismissal of democracy and democratic rules and norms. Every criticism must be justified, ideally with a suggestion for how to do things differently and better. This distinguishes critical from uncritical, political from non-political thinking. Simply saying “that’s stupid” or… Continue reading #242: On the Difference between Opposition and an Anti-Democratic Stance

#215: Commonsense Diversity

Diversity work - like any form of political speech - cannot just focus on what needs to be said, it must also take into account what people are able and willing to hear.  Why is that? Should we really aim to speak in a way that may limit our own expression, tone or message? Is… Continue reading #215: Commonsense Diversity