Jay:

I am of the margin. I suspect some of those who signed the statement also identify as marginalized. We need to be open to one another.

Dialogue fails. It often does. 

Dialogue is not only written or spoken word. It gestures and attitudes. 

I am writing about the limit of dialogue these days. 

Recourse when dialogue fails?

Dan



> On Jul 7, 2020, at 8:25 PM, Jay Levin <[log in to unmask]> wrote:
> 
> Phil and Dan,
> 
> This is a lovely sentiment - and signed by many eminent people who thrive on the written word and the power of speech to influence, inspire and encourage a market of ideas. 
> 
> But what happens when dialogue fails? As it can and - too often - does? What is the recourse of the marginalized? 
> 
> Jay
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: An ICORS List <[log in to unmask]> On Behalf Of Dan Bloom
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> Subject: Re: Free Speech
> 
> Phil:
> 
> It is a beautiful statement.  I’d sign it. 
> 
> I recognize names from all across the political spectrum as signatories. 
> 
> It’s nice to be on the same side of the fence with you — again.
> 
> Dan
> 
>> On Jul 7, 2020, at 7:14 PM, Philip Brownell <[log in to unmask]> wrote:
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>> Hi,
>> I am not always in agreement with my progressive friends (duh).  You are surprised?  Regardless, I am in agreement with an open letter published in Harper’s by a number of progressive thinkers and writers.  I am glad to see it.  I am relieved to be able to stand with them. While we would disagree on various issues and topics that could be expressed through free speech, I find rich agreement with the value on free speech, the ability to debate our differences and to do so with good faith toward one another.
>> 
>> https://harpers.org/a-letter-on-justice-and-open-debate/
>> 
>> Phil
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