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The Power of Positive Politics

Divisive, demeaning politics yield only a race to the bottom. There is a better way — and it works. Learn to use proven political actions with integrity and honor.

Learn How

Core Topics

01 — Politics

Set Common Priorities

Politics is how human beings play the game of life. We communicate, negotiate, and decide what we are willing to do to get what we want.

02 — Power

Achieve Your Goals

Power: some crave it; some profess to despise it; all have it. Learn to use power appropriately, exert stable influence, and maintain legitimate authority.

03 — Principles

Activate the Power

Principles describe the assumptions and implications that underlay positive politics. Each principle has its own logic and application.

Framework

Assess the Environment to Gauge Capability

Understand how to use positive politics in any situation. Consider the actors, values, forms, and processes involved — the anatomy of politics.

04 — Practice

Maximize Your Impact

Plan your path. Who=your people. Why=your purpose. How=your power What=your policy goal. Practice politics. Change the world.

Positive politics may take longer — but we achieve more and have more fun doing it.

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Worldviews Mental Models Institutions Law Authority Community Power Basic Needs Priorities Organization Politics Communication Sacred Truths Governance Citizenship Culture

The Power of Positive Politics

Core Topics

Set Common Priorities

Achieve Your Goals

Activate the Power

Go Deeper

Assess the Environment to Gauge Capability

Maximize Your Impact

Arenas

Individual Focus

Community Focus

Institutional Focus

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