How to Climb Out of Our Bunkers

A Video Conversation with Michael Gerson, Syndicated Columnist, The Washington Post, and Former White House Chief Speechwriter

Michael Gerson is a syndicated columnist for the Washington Post and former chief speechwriter for President George W. Bush. In this video, he discusses with Catalyst Editor William McKenzie how Americans can maintain their differences and still have civil discourse. He also examines the reasons we are having such sharp debates.

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