Here's one thing I agree with "identity politics" rhetoric about; effective #democracy requires the creation of safe spaces. Both for private reflection and public debate.
What makes a space safe for productive conflict is rules of engagement, which those participating know and agree to. With neutral moderation to enforce them if needed.
Without some guidelines that people stick to, every conflict is war. Which can escalate quickly, in ways we hopefully live to regret when the red mist lifts.
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