In April of 2018, SCC Supervisor Dave Cortese’s office hosted a firearms and safety summit where over 300 community members came together to talk about – guns. He enlisted ALF’s help in facilitating a participatory dialogue. In the liberal bubble of Northern California, the right conditions for dialogue brought together a surprisingly diverse cross section of gun enthusiasts, NRA supporters, as well as gun reform advocates and antigun activists. The goal? For attendees to leave understanding – and perhaps even building community – with those who had opposing views.

Featured Guests, L-R: 
Supervisor Dave Cortese (Class XXXIII)
Walter Wilson, Facilitator and Community Activist 
Rayna Ritchie, Summit Attendee

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ALF presents The Dialogue, an ongoing series of conversations featuring members of the ALF Senior Fellow network. Podcasts feature some of the most interesting and influential leaders in Silicon Valley discussing their personal leadership journeys, how they navigate the complex challenges of the 21st century, and their hopes for the future vibrancy of our communities, the nation and the world.