From Conflict to Convergence: Coming Together to Solve Tough Problems

“Often, it can feel like our problems are intractable. Rob Fersh and Mariah Levison demonstrate that it doesn't need to be that way. They explain why overcoming division is vital to solving problems and help readers understand why they need the mindset—the will—for constructive engagement as well as the building blocks and process—the skills—to move forward productively. Their hopeful, well-written, and engaging book provides a roadmap for anyone with an appetite for collaborative problem-solving.”

—Congressman Derek Kilmer

“Through creative storytelling, the authors walk us through practical steps to find shared solutions that might seem impossible. It should be required reading for all our elected officials! The long-term impact of this book should influence how those making policy can deploy this experience in these days where, as the authors say, we need to look across the aisle and not see enemies but partners for change.”

—Margery Kraus, Founder and Executive Chairman, APCO

“As a conservative in the policy world I learned long ago that for true reform to be achieved and sustained we must be willing to listen, and try to understand each other's values, goals, and perspectives. Helping strange bedfellows to do that is what Convergence does. In this book, Fersh and Levison share the techniques that produce success.”

—Stuart Butler, Senior Fellow in Economic Studies, Brookings Institution, and former director of the Center for Policy Innovation, The Heritage Foundation

“Conflict ...