Braver Politics
We inspire and equip public officials and Americans to create….
American political institutions operating in the spirit of citizenship and common purpose, where elections are viewed as valid by voters in both parties, discourse is civil, conflict is about the issues voters care about instead of personalities, and trust is restored between voters and the officials they elect and the public officials they appoint.
We do this through:
- Workshops (for lawmakers, political leaders, activists, and the Hopeful Majority alike!)
- Legislative Caucuses
- Braver Politics Townhalls
- Candidate Debates (following the Braver Angels Way)
- Strategic Partnerships
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Democracy depends not just on strong opinions, but strong relationships.
Watch as Representative Bunch introduces and honors Amanda Black and Braver Angels Oregon during the “Courtesies” segment of the Oregon House of Representatives floor session. In a time when political division often dominates the headlines, this moment highlights a growing commitment within our government to move beyond polarization.
The work of Braver Politics within Braver Angels is dedicated to a simple but radical idea: we don’t have to erase our disagreements to strengthen our civic culture. We just have to learn how to disagree with respect, curiosity, and a shared commitment to our country.
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Building a house united: Former rivals came together to serve their community
How can politicians from opposite sides of the aisle work together and gain understanding? Indiana Braver Angels found a way by collaborating on a service project with Habitat for Humanity.
The ‘peculiar and lonely’ experience of running for office as a uniter
“People have all the control. If it drops out of favor to be polarized and it becomes cool to collaborate, then we can change it. Politicians want to get elected – they will conform,” Greg said.
A former New Hampshire state legislator is working against ‘knee-bashing politics’
No matter what part of the world he was stationed in, Doug knew in order to find solutions and make a positive impact, he had to understand the culture of the local community and encourage people to work across differences.
Projects & Initiatives
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Oregon Rural Urban Divide Project
This project is an effort to build mutual trust and respect and bridge divides among people who live extremely different lives in different geographic environments around the state of Oregon.
Trustworthy Elections Initiative
Leading up to the 2024 election, Braver Angels worked to restore trust by seeking solutions supported by people across the political spectrum.
Citizens Commission on Immigration
Come learn about how to participate and help us demonstrate to Congress and the nation that Americans can find common ground on immigration.