Crepes on the Quad

Civility Poll:

Isabella v. Baljit

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 #1: Isabella is running for city council. She has one opponent, Baljit. Isabella doesn't know Baljit (it's a different Baljit, I guess), so she doesn't know why he's running, or what he's planning to do. People keep asking Isabella about Baljit but she can't tell them anything because she doesn't know anything about him. She invited Baljit to meet with her, and he seemed open to it, but hasn't gotten back to her. What should Isabella do?