Watch Former Michigan Governors Teaming Up On Feb 4th 2026 to Discuss Civility (Leo's Societal Glue)

(Illustrative Only)

Leo is from the hypothetical
Feather Party focused on
independent thinking. The party 
does not exist at this time but 
is part of a philosophical discussion
on independent voting using
an agreed upon decision
making matris, no special
interests and capped donations.
A vote tipping party focused
on the next generation
and strategic decision making.

Leo likes the idea of
more people getting together
to share commonalities
and improve civility. He
thinks things have gone a little 
unglued over the past 10
years. 

He leaves the forest and snow
to bring his common sense
glue to the conversation. 
The glue representing 
civility and shared missions
that keep us together.
Up here we use dog sleds
to get around when it snows.
If the woods people
get involved its important.)

Society relies on a kind of social glue that influences everything else, including the economy and broader social movements. Economics itself is essentially the processing of information in the human mind, shaped by cultural norms and value assumptions. Managing the social and economic aspects of society can go a long way. Toxic individuals often try to divide people and control social behavior for gain. Strengthening our social glue requires stepping outside the constant loops of politics and its harsh tone so we can recognize our shared humanity and treat each other with respect. The leaders highlighted here have taken an important step—one that leaders in other states and communities could learn from. We need more people who bring us together rather than those who pull us apart. It is a choice and we all own the outcomes. This doesn’t mean we ignore real issues, but it does mean that open dialogue, free speech, and shared values around common goals can create meaningful progress. It may be worth tuning in just to hear what they have to say.

You can watch on that date Defining Moment for Civility Stream

Former Michigan governors teaming up in ‘defining moment for civility’

• Former Michigan governors from both political parties are joining together to promote civility in public life during a time of high political tension.

• They are appearing at a Feb. 4 event organized by the Michigan Civility Coalition and partner groups to encourage more respectful dialogue and help reduce polarization.

Michiganders for Civic Resilience

Michiganders for Civic Resilience (MCR), an organization in Michigan that promotes healthier democratic engagement and reduces political polarization.

Here is a clean, non-bold explanation:

• Michiganders for Civic Resilience is a cross-partisan civic organization.

• Its purpose is to strengthen democracy in Michigan by improving civil discourse and reducing political division.

• The mission focuses on encouraging respectful dialogue, building trust in elections, and promoting nonviolent democratic participation.

• The organization brings together people from different political backgrounds to collaborate on shared democratic values.

• It hosts events, discussions, and trainings on civic engagement, election confidence, and conflict resolution.

• MCR is supported by groups such as The Carter Center and the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Foundation.

• The website provides information about its mission, principles, events, membership opportunities, and resources.