Posts by Stephen Sullivan

Stephen Sullivan makes the case for taking provocative sound bites not as confrontational bait, but opportunities for thoughtful reflection and meaningful debate.

Avoiding the Perils of Surface Persuasiveness

Appreciating an Underdeveloped Source of Insight

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