In this year's presidential primaries, voters have heard accusations of incivility from every candidate.
Many people confuse civility and politeness.
However, civility is not an inconsequential issue, and the questions it raises are many and complex. We are called to take firm stances on issues tied to our faith. However, it is important that in so doing, we do not demonize or dehumanize our opponents. In a society whose tendency it is to demonize rather than discuss, we felt called to address the issue of civility from a faith perspective. Therefore, The Interfaith Alliance Foundation established Call To Civility Weekend in the midst of the 2000 election cycle.