Public Comment

Karin Brulliard at WP: Across a polarized nation, governing bodies are restricting — and sometimes even halting — public comment to counter what elected officials describe as an unprecedented level of invective, misinformation and disorder from citizens when they step...

Civility Pledge in Connecticut

Braley Dodson at WTNH: Leaders across the state are vowing to show more respect to each other during public discussions. More than 90 leaders from about 60 municipalities signed the pledge, which calls for “respecting others and their viewpoints and finding solutions...

Incivility in Chicago

Craig Wall at WLS-TV in Chicago: Some former Chicago City Council members suggest a lack of civility in the city council is one of the driving reasons for why so many people are leaving. Nearly one-third of the council has left for one reason or another. Former...