Ceasefire Cornel West & Robert George w/ strategists John Feehery & Joel Payne
Nov 29, 2025
Cornel West, a philosopher and political activist, and Robert P. George, a conservative legal scholar, engage in a thought-provoking discussion on political integrity and character. They emphasize the need for honest, respectful dialogue in polarized times and denounce political violence. West reflects on his presidential run for social justice, while George shares his resignation from a board over ethical concerns. Republican strategist John Feehery and Democratic strategist Joel Payne analyze economic anxieties affecting voters and discuss the implications of upcoming elections.
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Model Respect Across Divides
- Treat political opponents with dignity and respect, recognizing shared human worth regardless of disagreement.
- Promote role models who disagree vigorously yet remain friends to model civil civic behavior.
Violence Undermines Democracy
- Rejecting all forms of violence is essential to democratic survival and moral coherence.
- Linguistic and psychic violence often precede physical violence and must be confronted early.
Leaders Must Condemn Violence Publicly
- Leaders, religious figures, and cultural influencers must unequivocally condemn political violence.
- Public repudiation of violence helps prevent cycles of retaliation and escalation.
