Civility 'Code' Aimed at Improving Council Discourse
Civility in politics? Is that even possible? Councilman Greg Newcomer hopes so.
“Civility” is not a word one often associates with government in today’s toxic political environment. Councilman Greg Newcomer is hoping to change all that—in Moorestown, at least. Last week, Newcomer introduced a “Code of Civility,” which outlines a series of guidelines/suggestions for council to follow to ensure interactions among its members are as amicable and respectful as possible. “Sometimes we think only our solution is the best,” said Newcomer. “(The code is about) what civility is, and why we would want to be civil … I am somebody who believes in civility. It is the basis with which we should go forward.” The councilman said the idea sprouted from conversations he’s had with several local leaders over the last decade. Civility …
LululeMom
7:51 am on Friday, February 22, 2013
“name calling” on an article about civility ~ how appropriate, yet tragic more ›