‘Common Ground’ Project Brings Together Divided Voters
March 2, 2020
WIVT PBS39 – A survey conducted in U.S. Rep. Tom Malinowski’s 7th Congressional District revealed majorities of Republicans and Democrats actually agree on several reforms.
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Seventh District residents find common ground on campaign finance reform, national issues
March 2, 2020
Echoes Sentinel – At a time when the chasm between political parties seems too wide to breach, 7th Congressional District residents appear to be closer…
Want to break the gridlock? We’re going to put citizens in the shoes of policymakers.
February 28, 2020
NJ.com – On Saturday, New Jersey citizens will meet with their congressman, Tom Malinowski, as part of a promising experiment to re-connect elected officials and…
Thanksgiving and civility, part 2: Four topics worth putting on the table
November 27, 2019
The Fulcrum – It’s a sign of our fractious age: Each Thanksgiving, as millions of families prepare for the holiday weekend together, we see numerous…
Voters discuss immigration concerns at Rochester forum
November 25, 2019
Rochester First – Civic Genius founder Howard Konar and Congressman Joe Morelle held a meeting on Saturday morning to discuss immigration issues in the Rochester…
Immigration finds some common ground in local survey
November 25, 2019
City Newspaper – Large majorities of Democrats and Republicans in the 25th Congressional District share ‘common ground’ on immigration issues. That much was illustrated through…
Immigration reform: Citizen forum set stage for civil discussion
November 23, 2019
Democrat and Chronicle – These days, it’s not common to see normal U.S. residents on different sides of the political aisle politely debate a hot…
Looking for ‘Common Ground’ on immigration
November 18, 2019
WXXI News – A non-profit, non-partisan organization which is dedicated to helping Americans stay informed about issues and get involved in their communities is getting…
Adam Interviews Howard Konar
October 24, 2019
Rochester First – Local developer and philanthropist promotes political pragmatism.