Compromising can be a daunting task. A compromise is achieved when a group of people come to an agreement on a particular dispute. In a compromise, both sides will make concessions in order to find a happy medium. Compromises were vital to the success of the early government of the United States. America separated when states could not reach a compromise on the issue of slavery. This marked the beginning of the Civil War.

Have you ever had to come to a compromise with someone? Think of a situation in which you had to compromise as part of a group of people, such as family members, friends, classmates, or club members. What made compromise possible in that situation? Did the compromise work? What did you like and dislike about the compromise? Post your responses to the discussions area. Then, return to the topic several times over the next few days to read your coursemates’ posts. Reply to at least two of them, making sure to offer new insights, ask questions, and encourage further conversation.