1. the careful
consideration of all sides of an issue
2. reasoned and thoughtful
discussion about a question
3. the process of discussion by which
consensus, wisdom, and truth are reached in a collective fashion
The American
legislature is supposed to have a deliberative process whereby law-making is slow because of the time it takes to determine the best policy and build a
consensus in its favor.
"For Your Deliberation" - phrase used by TheDelibero.com when referring to
a fact or opinion that merits discussion