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Short Answers to the Tough Questions by Dr. Ruwart
Rating: 4.7 out of 5(18 ratings)
95 students

Short Answers to the Tough Questions by Dr. Ruwart

Learn how to influence through effective communication
Created byLiberty International
Last updated 5/2025
English

What you'll learn

  • Build instant rapport and spark genuine interest with your audience
  • Craft concise, impactful answers that cut through the noise and leave a lasting impression
  • Address common misconceptions and objections with clarity and respect
  • Turn skeptics into engaged listeners and potential allies

Course content

1 section • 4 lectures • 3h 51m total length

  • Introduction to Short Answers45:04

    In this class, participants will learn the fundamentals of short-answer communication, including the importance of clarity, brevity, and persuasion.

  • Strategies for Responding to Tough Questions43:26

    This class will cover various techniques for responding to tricky questions and challenging arguments. Participants will learn how to address common objections and turn difficult questions into opportunities to communicate their ideas effectively.

  • Answering Ambiguous and Hostile Questions54:36

    In this class, participants will learn how to analyze complex issues and identify logical fallacies. They will also learn how to develop compelling counterarguments and challenge opposing viewpoints.

  • Practical Applications (Bill Redpath interview)42:52

    The class will be a panel of Mary and Bill Redpath, Long-Term Libertarian National Committee Member, Ballot Access Coordinator, and Frequent LP Candidate, where Bill will address his application of the things learned in the course.

Requirements

  • No experience needed.

Description

Dr. Mary J. Ruwart, an author, researcher, and educator with a deep understanding of complex issues and an exceptional ability to answer tough questions, presents the skills in a straightforward and easy-to-understand manner. The course provides access to Mary’s bestselling books, Healing Our World (2015 edition) and Short Answers to the Tough Questions (2012 edition), in addition to various presentations, reading materials, and videos to learn from.


Whether you are a rookie communicator, or a libertarian candidate with barely a minute to answer a tough question, this course would empower you to:

  • Build instant rapport and spark genuine interest with your audience;

  • Craft concise, impactful answers that cut through the noise and leave a lasting impression;

  • Address common misconceptions and objections with clarity and respect, and

  • Turn skeptics into engaged listeners and potential allies.


"Ruwart has a unique ability to clarify complex libertarian ideas with stories, examples, and common sense. She also addresses the tough questions that non-libertarians often ask and does so in a way that is both respectful and informative."

- Dr. Ron Paul, former U.S. Congressman and Libertarian Presidential Candidate


"Mary Ruwart's book is a valuable resource for anyone who is serious about promoting liberty. Her clear and concise answers to some of the toughest questions facing libertarians will be of great help to activists, candidates, and anyone who wants to learn more about libertarianism."

- Tom Woods, Senior Fellow at the Mises Institute

Who this course is for:

  • The Curious Citizen
  • The Aspiring Author
  • The Policy Powerhouse
  • The Confident Political Candidate

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