The concept of the site is to be a destination for anyone wanting to read, write, and share their thoughts and ideas about things that matter most to them. Thoughtful communication among diverse people is a powerful tool to counter the divisiveness, intolerance, and misunderstanding that underlies many of the problems we face today.
Platform
The site takes the wiki format developed and popularized by Wikipedia, and the review format first developed and popularized by Amazon and brings them together. These are two of the most effective means of communicating on the Web. Wikis leverage the power of many through collaborative communication; reviews leverage the power of the individual through independent expression.
Personal Page
In addition to creating article pages and writing reviews, each member gets his or her own personal page to edit as they wish. I plan to add pictures of my family, links to my favorite sites and blogs, and reflections about my personal experiences. I look forward to seeing what other members decide to do with this page.
