This post represents stream of thought as the conversation unfolded.  At some point, I may carefully recraft it.

The questions discussed were What IS policy, who are the policy makers, what do policy makers need to do their best work. What do folklorists offer in these contexts.

This morning's meeting revolves around public policy. The workshop is being moderated by Maria-Rosario Jackson of the Urban Institute who is engaged in comprehensive community planning and neighborhood revitalization.

Introductions had us talking about what issues we want to discuss by way of public policy. There about 26 of us here today.