Current Affairs and Controversy

Think of a current event. Can you try to understand the goals of both sides without bias?

Who gets hurt the most in war or other conflicts?

Do you let bias affect your actions in day to day events? Have you ever gone against your ow bias?

How are civilians affected by war?

Are you interested in politics? Why or why not?

Do you think politicians have good intentions?

Is diplomacy better than military action?

What can you say or do to remove yourself or politely decline involving yourself in a conversation?

If you're comfortable in your small groups, what are some topics that you believe to be controversial?

How do you feel about welcoming refugees from a foreign country?

Should countries intervene in foreign conflicts?

How does social media influence international conflict?

What is a mediator? On a much smaller level. Who has been a mediator in your life? Have you ever been a mediator?

What's your take on drones used in war? How would you feel piloting one knowing what it could do?