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Managing Difficult Conversations with Constituents - Rochester

A Braver Politics workshop that lowers the stress of difficult conversations with constituents across divides and helps you find common ground. (For elected officials and administrative staff in Olmsted and surrounding counties)

When	Oct 13, 2026 from 09:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Where	Rochester Public Utilities 4000 East River Road Northeast, #2813
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