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Let's Exchange Ideas, Not Harsh Sound Bites

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deadline: April 13, 2011
signature goal: 10,000

Sponsored by: Busted Halo

The battles over immigration reform and health care underscore the polarization that divides our country.

The shrillest voices in our public discourse spout simplistic sound bites -- especially when it comes to religion and politics and their role in social justice. All too often religion is hijacked and presented as divisively one-dimensional, but there are rich and nuanced spiritual traditions that can serve as a starting point for a deeper conversation.

The shallowness and intolerance of the debate betrays the human lives and experiences that lie at the very heart of these hot-button issues.

Millions of sane, compassionate, spiritual people believe in justice, equality and humanity. Let's move beyond the vitriol and sound bites. Pledge to remember the humanity behind the headlines.

Take the pledge: I pledge to support and advance a conversation about faith, culture and politics that is thoughtful, intelligent and encourages each of us to act accordingly.

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