69: Disagree Like You'll See Them Tomorrow - Lynette Crow-Iverson on Civility in Local Politics

Civility looks different at the local level than it does in Washington. City council members don't get to fly home and put distance between themselves and the people they disagree with; they run into constituents at the grocery store and at community events. There's no green room, no press office softening the edges, just the same handful of people who have to keep working together, meeting after meeting, year after year. Colorado Springs City Council President Lynette Crow-Iverson joins us for the Civility Series to talk about what that proximity demands: what it really takes to disagree well with colleagues and constituents you'll keep seeing for years. From setting the tone in council chambers to navigating a high-stakes data center vote, this conversation is a grounded look at civility as a practice, not just a virtue. See the video of this episode here. We’ve got another great episode coming to you soon! Be sure to follow the podcast so you don’t miss an episode. Find it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Reach out to us on Facebook, comment at this episode’s webpage, or send an email to let us know what you thought of today’s episode. Pikes Peak Women on Facebook: facebook.com/PikesPeakWomen/ Pikes Peak Women on Instagram: instagram.com/pikes\peak\women/ Email: pike[speakwmn@gmail.com](mailto:pikespeakwmn@gmail.com) *Elevating Pikes Peak Women* is produced by Pikes Peak Women. Our mission is to provide a platform where women in the Pikes Peak region can become engaged and discuss civic issues about which they care deeply. We’ve provided platforms to address healthcare reform, pay equity, community innovation, and investment, along with facilitating the meaningful contribution of women at all levels of business, government, and community. Issues may include women’s health and safety, challenges with career and family, or the actions of politicians for or against women’s rights. While such issues may be emotionally charged, we expect and maintain civility among all. We are committed to the deliberate recruitment and support of women in leadership positions and actively work on issues that make a difference. Pikes Peak Women is an independent organization, coordinated by volunteer effort.