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Did you participate…?

Rise For America is coming to an end, with more than 1,400 actions committed! And now, we need to know: Did you participate in Rise For America? You might have without even realizing it!

If you completed any of the actions outlined in our Rise For America campaign, please fill out this completion form. And that includes if you created your own action, such as if you:

  • Brought a friend to join you at a Braver Angels event
  • Attended a Braver Angels event and shared about it on social media
  • Told three friends about Braver Angels
  • Started or joined a local alliance
  • Wrote a letter to the editor about Braver Angels
  • Got a friend to become a member of Braver Angels
  • Hosted or planned a workshop or debate that included non-members
  • Co-hosted a Braver Angels event with your organization
  • Started a local discussion group to talk about politics in a respectful way

Why does it matter if these completion formsare filled out? Americans need to see the energy and momentum fueling our movement for civic renewal. We want to show everyone what’s happening on the ground so we can continue building on the work being done. These stories provide hope that there is a better path forward for people across the political spectrum, if only we choose to take it.

So please, don’t forget tofill out your completion form! And if you have any questions, you can reach out to rise@braverangels.org.

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