In this final episode of Meet Me In The Middle, we continue our dialogue with Professor Frankenfeld by focusing on electoral reform. Yesterday was the midterm election and as we wait for the votes to be finalized, you may find yourself exasperated with our democracy on whatever side you are on. There is no proper critique without creating something new, and that is what we strive to do in this episode. Listen in for ways to overcome our divides and make our democracy work for us, the American people.

I end this podcast with a final exhortation that I am incredibly delighted to share with you. Thank you so much for listening to this podcast!

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In this episode, we revisit the topic of political polarization with Professor Aaron Frankenfeld from the Moody Bible Institute. We cover polarization in comparison with other countries and the history of political divides in the United States. As today is an election day, it is a very prompt time to reflect on our divides and work towards overcoming them.

Today is the midterm election. As an American, it is your constitutional right to vote. You can find your polling place at Polling Place Locator - Vote.org.

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In this episode, we continue talking about economic inequality with Chris Butler, from the Moody Church. We talk about his perspective living in Garfield Park, the impact of gentrification and discriminatory racial policies and ways to overcome them together as Americans. We dive into some history of racial divides in the city of Chicago as well.

Today is the midterm election. As an American, it is your constitutional right to vote. You can find your polling place at Polling Place Locator - Vote.org.

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In this episode, Engineer Ronald Clay, who is also an M-Div student at Moody Theological Seminary, talks about the perception of economic inequality in the south side of Chicago. Breaking perceptions and common stereotypes, he explains the importance of seizing opportunities already provided to rise above your circumstances. We also discuss deeply the involvement of the church in the black community and discerning people’s calling into ministry.

Midterm elections are approaching! Use this link to register to vote in your state: www.vote.gov

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In this episode, Lauren Ratcliff, a Ministry to Women major at the Moody Bible Institute, and I discuss the importance of stronger families. We cover some of the economic realities families face, the crisis in the development of boys and girls, and some possible solutions.

Midterm elections are approaching! Use this link to register to vote in your state: www.vote.gov

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In this episode, MBI Alumnus Corbin Wisniewski and I discuss the concept of political polarization. We cover some of the origins of our modern polarization, politization of media, and a lack of national cohesion. We also lay out some practical advice on overcoming polarization in your own life.

Midterm elections are approaching! Use this link to register to vote in your state: www.vote.gov

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Meet Me in the Middle is a new XN Radio podcast that seeks to foster positive political dialogue within the Moody community.

By approaching difficult challenges that our country faces today, we take a solutions-based approach to forming a compassionate dialogue. We’ll go beyond the simple rhetoric of divisive politics and embrace the complex ideas and unique perspectives that are oftentimes untouchable by mainstream media.

Join me, your host: Samuel, starting on October 7th for a five episode dialogue exploring complex topics such as, political polarization, family and culture, economic inequality, electoral reform, and restoring public trust in our institutions.

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