The John Smith Centre took part in the Scottish Parliament's Festival of Politics in August. 

The event looked at how, in an age where conflict culture and manufactured dissent seems to be actively encouraged in politics, the art of debating, listening and learning from the other side has been overshadowed by rancour and adamant polarisation. 

And considered how we can revive the art of critical thinking, recognise the value of the ‘grey area’, and the goal of both parties making a discovery, rather than being right.

 

Chair: Liam McArthur MSP, Deputy Presiding Officer

Panelists:

Sheila Webster

Claire Hanna MP

Peter McColl

Find out more about the Festival of Politics on the John Smith Centre webpage

First published: 6 September 2023

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