Sharon McMahon's Guide to Bridging American Cultural Gaps

Send us Fan MailSharon McMahon, America's Government Teacher and creator of Sharon Says So, joins Diana to discuss being Minnesotan,  complexities of cultural identity and its relationship with democracy, focusing on how allegiance to group identity can overshadow commitments to national values. Through an engaging discussion, Sharon & Diana underscore the importance of hope and the power of making meaningful change.  • Exploration of white evangelicalism as a cultural identity • The tension between cultural membership and national allegiance • The role of discomfort in driving change and progress • Bryan Stevenson’s perspective on hope as a choice • The need for visionary leadership in shaping future solutionsAbout Sharon:A #1 New York Times bestselling author, educator, and host of the chart-topping podcast Here’s Where It Gets Interesting. Sharon's newsletter, The Preamble, is one of the largest publications on Substack, where she provides historical context and non-partisan insights to help readers navigate today’s political landscape. IG: @sharonsaysso  This is a growing podcast, will you take 30 seconds and help us?Yes! I will sign up to get the newest episode delivered by owl to my inbox!Heck yeah! I will leave a review because I know how much it helpRaising my hand to get Diana's writing on  substackFollow Diana on Social Media @dianaoestreich    Yes, I want free tools from The Waging Peace Project! Buy our book Waging Peace, One Soldier’s Story of Putting Love First  to support Veterans, peacemaking and stories that are changing the world.Find our Merch here, and Wear Your Peace.Bring a Waging Peace Keynote or Workshop to your school, organization, or faith community.