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Sally Kohn

    Sally Kohn is a prominent progressive voice who delves into the nature of hate and how to overcome it in her writing. Her work probes the pervasive presence of animosity in our world and seeks actionable solutions to counter it. Known for her incisive commentary, Kohn challenges readers to confront difficult truths and actively contribute to fostering a more compassionate society. She explores the societal dynamics that fuel animosity and offers thoughtful perspectives on building bridges and promoting understanding.

    The Opposite of Hate: A Field Guide to Repairing Our Humanity
    • 2019

      “Brilliantly illustrates the immense and disarming power of changing course and driving not toward division, but toward civility and mutual respect.” --Ms. magazine As a progressive commentator on Fox News and now CNN, Sally Kohn has made a career out of bridging intractable political differences. In this age of dangerous partisan resentment and rising bigotry, she decided to investigate hate itself--to better consider how we can stop it. With her trademark humor and humanity, Kohn introduces us to leading researchers and scientists who are exploring the evolutionary and cultural roots of hate. She travels to Rwanda, to the Middle East, and across the United States, talking with former terrorists and reformed white supremacists, and even sitting down with some of her own Twitter trolls. What she discovers is surprising: All of us harbor hate but the powerful acknowledgment that we are all in this together can lead us out of the wilderness. The opposite of hate is connection.

      The Opposite of Hate: A Field Guide to Repairing Our Humanity