Mark Gerzon

Mar 9, 2024 | pressherald.com | Chris Gates |Mark Gerzon

The pandemic spurred robust conversations about whether we would return to the “old normal” or a “new normal.” (It appears that the latter will be the case.) The same conversations have been occurring about our political crisis. Will things ever go back to the way they were? Or do we need to invent a new approach to campaigns and political debate?

Mar 8, 2024 | thederrick.com | Mark Gerzon

If political progress follows technological innovation, then there is hope for our democracy. Most new cars now have a sensor that tells us when we cross the line. It gives us a warning to get back in our lane. Unfortunately, in politics we witness politicians and citizens "crossing the line" all too often. Like on the road, the resulting damage is sometimes irreparable. MARK GERZON and CHRIS GATES are co-founders of Philanthropy Bridging Divides. Gerzon is president of the Mediators Foundation.

Mar 1, 2024 | newstribune.com | Mark Gerzon

COMMENTARY: On road, in politics, crossing line has consequencesToday at 4:00 a.m.byBy Mark Gerzon and Chris Gates The Fulcrum (TNS)If political progress follows technological innovation, then there is hope for our democracy. Most new cars now have a sensor that tells us when we cross the line.

Mar 1, 2024 | kdminer.com | Mark Gerzon

If political progress follows technological innovation, then there is hope for our democracy. Most new cars now have a sensor that tells us when we cross the line. It gives us a warning to get back in our lane. Unfortunately, in politics we witness politicians and citizens “crossing the line” all too often. Like on the road, the resulting damage is sometimes irreparable. Now that anyone who criticizes extremist speech is automatically attacked, the result is predictable.

Feb 28, 2024 | eagletribune.com | Mark Gerzon |Chris Gates

If political progress follows technological innovation, then there is hope for our democracy. Most new cars now have a sensor that tells us when we cross the line. It gives us a warning to get back in our lane. Unfortunately, in politics we witness politicians and citizens “crossing the line” all too often. Like on the road, the resulting damage is sometimes irreparable. Now that anyone who criticizes extremist speech is automatically attacked, the result is predictable.