I believe it is to express so D
I feel 'while' would be the connecting word here. Without it the sentence flops and it helps add onto it with the extra sentence part.
I sharpened your pencil. You were away.
'While' should be the conjunction.
Answer:
I think there are 2 Major workable actions; firstly, hire a Public Relations Firm and tell them what is needed to get across; meanwhile, those things that caused the idea of these “unfortunate stereotypes” should be quickly addressed; just how would depend on if the stereotype was real, or if the people who actually live their consider it a problem.
Explanation:
Angela and Veronica could not be lured into, mob mentality; they took a more rational approach and rather think things out and act independently.