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Event Series Talking Politics Meetup

Talking Politics Meetup

Host Organization: Braver Angels of the Southern Willamette Valley
State/Region: OR
Setting: In-person
Oakshire Public House Madison Street 207, Eugene

Local Focus: Eugene & Springfield Area (Southern Willamette Valley), Oregon For folks who want to understand what divides us. This is a get-together for the open-minded. Pull up a chair and let's have some respectful and civil discourse about what led you to believe what you believe and vote for what you vote for. Maybe […]

Film Discussion: “Join or Die”

Host Organization: Braver Angels of Tompkins County
State/Region: NY
Setting: In-person
The First Unitarian Society of Ithaca, Arch Room 306 N Aurora St, Ithaca

We'll be discussing the film Join or Die. We choose films that address social, political or cultural issues that are relevant to society today. They may highlight liberal-leaning, conservative-leaning or independent themes, or feature actors or directors from opposite sides of the political spectrum. “The discussion(s) of this film/book and its inclusion on the Braver […]

Food Carts and Depolarization Meet Up

Host Organization: NW Willamette Valley Braver Angels Alliance
State/Region: OR
Setting: In-person
BG's Food Cartel 4250 Rose Biggi Ave., Beaverton

Join us to practice depolarizing skills while you converse with your fellow Braver Angels and support local businesses with your patronage (“Bipartisan Cafe” style casual, yet structured, conversations). No registration necessary and yes, invite your friends! Look for our yard signs at one of the picnic tables. (Check the weather and come prepared with sunscreen, […]

Event Series Monthly PDX Depolarization Gathering

Monthly PDX Depolarization Gathering

Host Organization: State
State/Region: OR
Setting: In-person
Steeplejack 2400 NE Broadway, Portland

Join us at this monthly gathering where you will get to meet some of your fellow local Braver Angels. The format changes month to month, but usually involves small group or individual discussions, while supporting our host with your patronage. This event is open to everyone and there is no registration needed, simply show up! […]

Respectful Exchange of Ideas: “Is increasing wealth inequality the government’s responsibility to address?”

Host Organization: Braver Angels of Wilmington NC
State/Region: NC
Setting: In-person
Nir Family YMCA 2710 Market St, Wilmington

Come participate in a respectful exchange of ideas with fellow members of your community to discuss wealth inequality and the government's role in addressing it. ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org

Event Series Alliance/Members Meeting – Idaho State Alliance Monthly Meeting (ID – State)

Alliance/Members Meeting – Idaho State Alliance Monthly Meeting (ID – State)

Host Organization: State
State/Region: ID
Setting: Online

Join Idaho Braver Angels for our monthly state-wide meeting to learn about activities, get to know others in Idaho working on depolarization, and practice skills in speaking and listening according to Braver Angels principles. The meeting program lasts an hour with an optional 30 minutes of additional hang out time

Debate Chair Training (BA National – Debates)

Host Organization: BA National - Debates
Setting: Online

Are you a Braver Angels Debate Chair or Chair-in-Training? If so, join us for the next Braver Angels Debate Chair Forum. This space will be an opportunity for Debate Chairs and Chairs-in-Training to connect and learn from one another and other BA leaders! Restricted Attendance: Restricted to Debate Chairs and those who have begun the […]

Event Series Alliance/Members Meeting – Braver Angels Indiana 2025 Weekly Lunch Meeting

Alliance/Members Meeting – Braver Angels Indiana 2025 Weekly Lunch Meeting

Host Organization: Braver Angels of South Central Indiana
State/Region: IN
Setting: Online

Local Focus: Indiana focus, all are welcome Weekly meeting of the SCIN BA Lunch group. All BA members/subscribers are welcome to join us for discussion on a variety of topics. Participation in previous BA workshops is encouraged!

Braver Angels Resolution Development Workshop (BA National – Debates)

Host Organization: BA National - Debates
Setting: Online

Do you want to bring a Braver Angels Debate to your Alliance? It's not as hard as it seems -- but there's one thing you'll want to put extra time into, and that's your resolution. In this online workshop, the Braver Angels Debate Team will help you ensure your resolution is about a question that […]

Common Ground Workshop: Addressing Immigration

Host Organization: Chicagoland Braver Angels Alliance
Partner Org(s): Instituto del Progreso Latino
State/Region: IL
Setting: In-person
Instituto del Progreso Latino 2520 S. Western Avenue, Chicago

About this event Join us for a Common Ground Workshop on {TOPIC}. The Braver Angels Common Ground Workshop brings together equal numbers of Conservatives and Liberals - Reds and Blues (4-8 of each) - for a deep dive into a problem, such as addressing climate change, electoral reform or abortion. Together participants talk about their […]

Depolarizing Within (CA – Inland Empire Alliance/Trinity Episcopal of Redlands)

Host Organization: Inland Empire Alliance
Partner Org(s): Trinity Episcopal of Redlands
State/Region: CA
Setting: In-person
Trinity Episcopal Church of Redlands 419 S 4th St, Redlands

A free workshop to help you become more aware of your "inner polarizer" and learn methods for disagreeing without contempt and ridicule Polarization can be driven by how we talk with like-minded people about those on the other side. Too often, we stereotype, dismiss, or ridicule our fellow citizens who support the other political party, […]

Life Unlearned Workshop (CA – LA County Alliance/Pax Veritas)

Host Organization: LA County Alliance
Partner Org(s): Pax Veritas
State/Region: CA
Setting: In-person
St. Bede's Episcopal Church 3590 Grand View Blvd, Los Angeles

An interactive workshop on peacemaking led by Ariane David, founding partner of the Veritas Group and adjunct professor at California State University at Northridge, MBA and MPA programs. The workshop will be followed by a social hour with refreshments and live music. ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to […]

In-Person Film Discussion (NM – North-Central New Mexico Alliance)

Host Organization: North-Central New Mexico Alliance
State/Region: NM
Setting: In-person
Special Collections Library 423 Central NE, Albuquerque

We choose films that address social, political or cultural issues that are relevant to society today. They may highlight liberal-leaning, conservative-leaning or independent themes, or feature actors or directors from opposite sides of the political spectrum. Note that the discussion of this film and its inclusion on the Braver Angels website does not imply promotion […]

Families and Politics (BA National – Workshops)

Host Organization: BA National - Workshops
Setting: Online

About this Event Description Family relationships are becoming casualties of our toxic political environment. Family members are having nasty political arguments, avoiding each other, or even cutting off lifetime relationships. If you want to preserve important family bonds while still being true to your values and political beliefs, this workshop will offer you: Insight into […]

Depolarizing Ourselves

Host Organization: State
State/Region: MI
Setting: In-person
Trinity Church of Northport 103 N Warren Street, Northport

Note: This free* event is to be attended in person.  Faith-Sponsored Workshop Overview For people of faith, civil discourse begins in recognizing the image of God in our conversation partner. Since we are all children of God, our approach should involve mutual respect. Respect, not agreement, is an essential key for a healthy discussion. This […]

Depolarizing Ourselves

Host Organization: State
Partner Org(s): Trinity Church of Northport
State/Region: MI
Setting: In-person
Trinity Church of Northport 103 N Warren Street, Northport

* Local Focus: Leelanau County, Northern Michigan Note: This free* event is to be attended in person.  Faith-Sponsored Workshop Overview For people of faith, civil discourse begins in recognizing the image of God in our conversation partner. Since we are all children of God, our approach should involve mutual respect. Respect, not agreement, is an […]

Braver Conversations

Host Organization: Central Maryland Braver Angels
State/Region: MD
Setting: In-person
Brightview Westminster Ridge 505 High Acre Dr., Westminster

Practice sharing your opinions following Braver Angels guidelines for constructive conversations. State your opinions fully in a way that builds bridges rather than dividing.

Pints and Patriotism

Host Organization: Central/Eastern Virginia
State/Region: VA
Setting: In-person
Center of the Universe Brewing Company 11293 Air Park Road, Ashland

Join us for our informal meet-up to learn more about Braver Angels, engage in respectful conversation, and meet fellow citizens from across the political spectrum committed to the health of our democratic republic. Our theme will be "Pints and Patriotism” and focus on "What does patriotism mean to you?" and "What are your hopes for […]

Alliance/Members Meeting – Challenging Red/Blue Myths & Stereotypes (CA – Orange County Alliance)

Host Organization: Orange County Alliance
State/Region: CA
Setting: In-person
Irvine Ranch Water District - Community Room 15500 Sand Canyon Ave, Irvine

In a time of deep political polarization, it's easy to fall into the trap of assuming the worst about "the other side." This event invites people from across the political spectrum to come together for an honest, respectful conversation that aims to challenge common stereotypes, uncover shared values, and promote understanding—not conversion. Hosted in the […]

Event Series Alliance/Members Meeting – DC Alliance Monthly Membership Meeting

Alliance/Members Meeting – DC Alliance Monthly Membership Meeting (DC – Braver Angels Washington, DC)

Host Organization: Braver Angels
State/Region: DC
Setting: In-person
Political Pattie's 901 G St NW, Washington

Local Focus: Washington, DC Join the Braver Angels DC Alliance for our monthly membership meeting. Meet other local volunteers, hear what's going on this month, and find ways to volunteer with Braver Angels. We'll devote the first hour to the formal meeting and the second hour to a social, so come get involved and make […]

Broken Trust: Why the News No Longer Works—and What Comes Next (TX – Houston Area Alliance)

Host Organization: Houston Area Alliance
State/Region: TX
Setting: In-person
Fellowship Hall, St. Stephen's United Methodist Church 2003 W 43rd St, Houston

Local Focus: Greater Houston Area In a time of media overload and political division, one question looms large: *Who can we trust to tell us the truth?* Across the political spectrum, Americans are losing faith in the news. Accusations of bias, misinformation, and agenda-driven coverage have led to deep skepticism—initially among conservatives, but increasingly across […]

Event Series Central/Eastern WA Alliance – monthly Program meeting

Central/Eastern WA Alliance monthly Program meeting

Host Organization: Central / Eastern Washington Alliance
State/Region: WA
Setting: Online

Local Focus: Central /Eastern Washington Alliance of Braver Angels This is a monthly discussion meeting and each month features a new topic and format.  All are welcome and you can sign up for our local Mailchimp list by clicking the link below.  Zoom links are sent out one week before the meeting.

Event Series Alliance/Members Meeting – Braver Angels Indiana 2025 Weekly Lunch Meeting

Alliance/Members Meeting – Braver Angels Indiana 2025 Weekly Lunch Meeting

Host Organization: Braver Angels of South Central Indiana
State/Region: IN
Setting: Online

Local Focus: Indiana focus, all are welcome Weekly meeting of the SCIN BA Lunch group. All BA members/subscribers are welcome to join us for discussion on a variety of topics. Participation in previous BA workshops is encouraged!

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