Aside from discussion leaders Groesbeck and Barnes, Peachy was the only participant who agreed to be interviewed. Overall, the discussions didn't delve too deeply into politics or tough social issues, as other Food for Thought discussions have, Groesbeck and Barnes said. Some earlier groups were more confrontational. I felt that one's stand or position from social issues comes from their beliefs system. But he thinks the talks have reached beyond the people sitting at the table to the respective congregations.
People talk in their own communities.
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