Walk: propose a way forward.
Chew gum: make space for peoples’ voices to be heard about the way forward, especially people whose voices have not been heard, historically, systemically.
We can do both.
We can walk and chew gum at the same time.
What other choice do we have?
YoRocko! 
Use a cough lozenge: Treat the pain of previous circumstances with soothing actions and sayings.