Compassion as Policy: How to Build Integrity in Government & Education

Season #7

They said you can’t build policy on compassion. Cristina Gonzalez proved them wrong.

On this week's episode, we take a journey to Monterrey, Mexico, with special guest Cristina Gonzalez. In a world that often feels fractured, Cristina reveals how she has successfully united diverse sectors—from the halls of government to local classrooms—under the banner of compassion.

Join host Will Rucker for a conversation that will challenge you to develop a "sensitized heart." You’ll discover how programs like Think Equal are proving that when we teach integrity and empathy, we don't just change individuals; we reshape entire societies.

If you are looking for hope, practical tools for social justice, or a new way to view your own personal growth, this episode is the blueprint you’ve been waiting for.

In this episode, you will learn:

How to turn empathy into a living practice that changes policy.

The secret to uniting opposing sectors for a common good.

Why a "sensitized heart" is your greatest strength in a divided world.

Let’s discuss in the comments: Do you think compassion has a place in politics and government? Why or why not? Step forward.

Tune in to future episodes of Compassionate Las Vegas for more inspiring dialogues on building a compassionate world.