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In this issue: Jan. 6th anniversary, taming our inner authoritarian, making a difference, 'The Reunited States'

The Fulcrum
January 06, 2022



TOP POST

Then and now: What people say about Jan. 6

Our Staff

On Jan. 6, 2021, rioters stormed the U.S. Capitol intent on overturning a rightful presidential election, and perhaps even committing acts of violence.

The Fulcrum is devoting its news coverage of the anniversary to a collection of remembrances from politicians, activities, and others who have been impacted by that day's event. Here is a sampling of what people are saying today, and what they had to say exactly one year ago.

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DEBATE

Taming our inner authoritarian

Debilyn Molineaux

When we see our priorities or our way of life threatened by calls to change the status quo, we turn to the authoritarian who promises to not compromise. We need to fight these tendencies, writes Debilyn Molineaux, co-publisher of The Fulcrum and president/CEO of the Bridge Alliance Education Fund.

To stop another Jan. 6, we have to disagree

Katie Hyten

A strong democracy needs more than free elections and enshrined civil rights. It’s a way of living with one another, being able to agree and disagree, embracing our different perspectives and individual histories, writes Katie Hyten, co-executive director of Essential Partners.

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Video: People making a difference featuring David Scott

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In this episode of Let’s Find Common Ground, we hear from today’s top thought leaders, journalists, and others on ways to tackle our most urgent issues, including revitalizing our democracy and reaching across partisan divides.

POP CULTURE

"Reunited States" to have nationwide PBS broadcast premiere

Our Staff

On the anniversary of the January 6th insurrection, 'The Reunited States' film will have its nationwide PBS Broadcast premiere. At a time when America is ripping apart at the seams, “The Reunited States” is a powerful and urgent documentary that follows four everyday heroes on the difficult journey of bridging our political and racial divides.

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