While dissent is inevitable in a democracy, the ways in which societies navigate disagreement can vary. As many democratic societies today grapple with polarization and competing perspectives, what can we learn from how consensus-building has worked in the past? What role do dialogue, compromise, and shared interests play? And what approaches have helped societies bridge divides and find a way forward?

Join us with Alexander Görlach (adjunct professor, NYU Gallatin School) and Sheri Berman (professor of Political Science, Barnard College, Columbia University) to explore these questions.

Date and Time: September 30, 2026 / 6:30 pm-8:00 pm

Location: Goethe-Institut - 30 Irving Pl, New York, NY 10003

More Information: https://www.1014.nyc/events/building-consensus