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How Can We Possibly Validate a Trump Voter's Feelings?
Validating someone's emotions--even finding areas of agreement--is a tricky but key part of building connection, trust, and even an alliance.
Aug 16
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Locke Peterseim
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How to Tame a Trump Troll
Stop 90% of MAGA troublemakers instantly with this easy four-stage system
Aug 11
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Karin Tamerius
37
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July 2025
Think the Internet Is the Worst Place to Talk Politics? It Might Be the Best
Six Reasons Online Dialogue Is Often Better Than Discussing Politics in Person
Jul 17
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Karin Tamerius
17
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Help Save Democracy—Refer Your Friends to The Smart Politics Way
Turn your influence into action and earn thank-you gifts along the way.
Jul 14
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Karin Tamerius
1
June 2025
How to Show a Trump Voter We’re Listening
To lower defenses and raise trust, we must demonstrate we truly hear them.
Jun 30
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Locke Peterseim
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10 Steps for Saving Democracy
The worst is yet to come. Here's what to do about it.
Jun 23
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Karin Tamerius
17
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Yes, I Want to Persuade People—And That's a Good Thing
Democracy depends on our ability to turn disagreement into influential dialogue.
Jun 16
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Karin Tamerius
21
5
Keep Calm & Carry On—Live Online with Dr. Karin Tamerius
Join me Wednesday, June 18 at 7 pm ET/4 pm PT for an interactive Zoom event.
Jun 15
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Karin Tamerius
5
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Talking with Trump Voters Seems Hopeless—But It's Not
Here’s what the research—and history—actually show.
Jun 9
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Karin Tamerius
49
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Why Debating Republicans (Almost) Never Works—And What to Do Instead
The real reason GOP voters seem impervious to facts and reason.
Jun 2
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Karin Tamerius
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May 2025
Trump Voters Trust Us More When They Feel Heard
So, how do we get better at listening?
May 30
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Locke Peterseim
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We'll Do Anything to Stop Trump—Except This
The essential strategy progressives refuse to use.
May 27
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Karin Tamerius
60
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