Crepes Poll #2: Candace v. Buford

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Crepes on the Quad Civility Poll #2: Candace v. Buford

Remember, we see civility as tending to the health and capacity of our political culture, seeking to resolve conflicts and achieve justice in ways that heal polarization and alienation rather than exacerbating them. So, in the poll you choose, tell us what you think a political candidate committed to civility should do, and briefly explain your answer.

Case #2: Candace is running for the school board against Buford. They agreed to participate in a debate hosted by the local newspaper. During the debate, Buford keeps running over his time limits, constantly interrupts her, and calls her names, all of which violates their agreement. The debate moderator is unable to enforce the debate rules. What should Candace do?

What should Candace do? (You can mark more than one option.)

Talk louder and louder so people can hear her over Buford's rude comments

Do the same back to Buford when it's his turn to talk.

When Buford's time is up, just start talking right over him.

Stop talking until Buford complies with the rules

Say "Buford, you promised in writing not to do what you're doing now. Is your word worth anything?"

Tell the moderator to do his job, and just sit down quietly until he does.

End the debate.

Ignore Buford and keep talking in a normal voice.

Warn voters that electing Buford may destroy the Board's ability to function as a team.

Have supporters heckle Buford at his next public campaign event until he has to cancel it.

Other:

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Explain briefly how Candace would be promoting civility by following your advice.

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Option 1: seeing results from the Crepes on the Quad civility polls

Option 2: being prepared in the next election season to helpfully critique political candidates and activists for their civility (a major goal of the Civility Project).

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