From Octimotor

In Late Feb. 2012, the Caring Citizens discussions are again considering model chapter constitution.

model-caring-citizens-chapter-constitution.pdf
linked from empathy-surplus logo, under
http://empathysurplus.com/resources/

Article 1

Section 4 – an American Philosophy (in 10 words)

– Stronger Nation
– Broad Prosperity
– Better Future
– Effective Government
– Mutual Responsibility

Section 5 – Four Rules of Thumb

From a progressive political & social values standpoint,

. . . reframe our American democracy from a strict top down worldview to a an empathic and nurturing, bottom-up worldview

Here is a list of “How to Respond to Conservatives”.

1. Respect our opposition’s 1st Amendment freedoms by understanding their moral worldview of self-interest, maximizing personal profit above all else. Be personal.

2. Reframe the conversation to our own moral worldview of community-interest, leading to expanding freedom and fairness for all, without using the language of self-interest. Be plainspoken. Caring Citizens Are The Solution To Expanding Freedom

3. Use the vision and values language of freedom and fairness for all, by focusing on our core value of empathy, the soul of democracy. Be positive and avoid vilification.

4. Say what you mean and what you want in the expansion of freedom and fairness for all. Be plausible.