Building bridges across divides from "summary" of Dreams from My Father by Barack Obama
The world is full of divisions. Divisions of race, religion, class, nationality. Divisions that separate us from one another, that create barriers and breed mistrust. But what if we could bridge those divides? What if we could find common ground, reach across the chasm that separates us, and build connections with those on the other side?Building bridges across divides is not easy. It requires patience, empathy, and a willingness to listen. It means putting aside our preconceived notions and biases, and truly trying to understand the other person's perspective. It means finding common ground, shared experiences or values that can serve as a foundation for connection. In my own life, I have seen the power of bridging divides. Growing up with a white mother and a black father, I straddled two worlds, never quite fitting in either. But as I got older, I came t...
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