#53: The Tolerance Spectrum

Tolerance is the cornerstone of a pluralistic society. So it should surprise us that many religious leaders from the conservative to the liberal end of the spectrum preach against tolerance. Both sides oppose tolerance — for a “society gone wrong” and tolerance for intolerance. What matters is how our different understandings of who is harmed by tolerance shapes our views. Ultimately, there are ways to know which kind of tolerance we should support. Listen to some viewpoints on tolerance.