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What does it mean?
Feingold supports preserving public spaces that enrich politics.
In plain terms
Public spaces help politics and should stay.
What can you take from it?
Protect forums that enable political discussion.

Where it applies

  • town meetings
  • civic debates
  • public forums

Putting it to work

  • maintain public forums
  • encourage discussion

Questions to consider

  • What spaces are needed for healthy politics?
  • How do we protect civic engagement?

Another view

Town squares may need regulation to remain effective.

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