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<p>CNN political commentators David Urban and Kate Bedingfield, who are on opposite sides of the political spectrum, explain on "The Situation Room" how partisan divides can be overcome by taking the time to get to know someone in person, rather than online.</p>
"Go out, touch grass, get in touch with people": CNN political commentators on how to bridge political divisions

CNN political commentators David Urban and Kate Bedingfield, who are on opposite sides of the political spectrum, explain on "The Situation Room" how partisan divides can be overcome by taking the time to get to know someone in person, rather than online.

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<p>CNN political commentators David Urban and Kate Bedingfield, who are on opposite sides of the political spectrum, explain on "The Situation Room" how partisan divides can be overcome by taking the time to get to know someone in person, rather than online.</p>
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Florida Governor-elect Byron Donalds on his victory amid a blue wave
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