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America is a nation founded on shared values. But do all Americans mean the same thing when referring to these values? The Orange County/South Bay Alliance of Braver Angels is hosting a 3-part series exploring the American values of Freedom, Justice, and Equality, and how different definitions of these values may contribute to American polarization. […]
Much of today’s polarization is 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, its leaders, and its policies. This free three hour workshop teaches participants: How to be more aware of their own […]
Summary: An opportunity for Red/Blue pairs to explore how their respective news sources differ in covering topics of their choice. This exciting experience pairs Blue-leaning and Red-leaning individuals for a three-week journey to share news sources and information about mutually agreed-upon subjects. The goal for participants is to: Explore subjects with a red/blue partner by […]
Local Focus: Fairfax County, Virginia Get beyond the stories we tell about each other to discover the truth, and create a forum to discuss our viewpoints without judgment. About this event Please join us for an intensive in person workshop, in two sessions, that will bring together Republican-leaning and Democratic-leaning citizens for structured conversations, with […]
Local Focus: Georgia We have moved November's members meeting to avoid conflicting with Election Day.
There is significant attention on the Nov 8 midterm elections, with control of both the House of Representatives and the Senate at stake, as well as many other heated state and local races. Partisan rhetoric is typically most heated around election time, and post-election pundit analysis tends to be broad sweeping, claiming clear “winners” and […]
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 […]
Braver Angels, BridgeUSA, and Starts With Us, three fast-growing organizations in the bridge-building movement, are partnering to host “Hold America Together,” a special event for the 87% of Americans who are tired of political division. Join the event to meet fellow citizens who are eager to make a change, especially after a divisive midterm election […]
Restricted Attendance: For new and prospective Organizers who have attended an Organizer Orientation Organizer training part 3 - Information about the Organizer Toolkit and an opportunity to ask questions.
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 […]
Shouting Fire is a 74-minute, 2009 HBO documentary that delves into the history and current state of the First Amendment to the United States Constitution. Detailing how the protection and exercise of free speech has changed and how global politics influences these trends, the film studies a number of free speech cases and presents a fascinating […]
"Resolved: Call out your problematic Uncle". Join Braver Angels to debate. About this event Join Braver Angels for a debate on the topic – "Resolved: Call out your problematic Uncle" Come join us for this free national debate, in which all participants from across the ideological spectrum will have an opportunity to speak and ask their […]
Family relationships can be casualties of a toxic political environment. Preserve important family bonds while staying true to your values. About this event Family relationships can become casualties of a toxic political environment. Family members are having bitter political arguments, avoiding each other, or even cutting off lifetime relationships. If you want to preserve important […]
Local Focus: Fayette County, TX Family relationships can be casualties of a toxic political environment. Preserve important family bonds while staying true to your values. About this event Family relationships can become casualties of a toxic political environment. Family members are having bitter political arguments, avoiding each other, or even cutting off lifetime relationships. If […]
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 […]
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 […]
Local Focus: Eugene and Lane County area Family relationships can be casualties of a toxic political environment. Preserve important family bonds while staying true to your values. About this event Family relationships can become casualties of a toxic political environment. Family members are having bitter political arguments, avoiding each other, or even cutting off lifetime […]
Members of the Braver Angels Songwriting Community are invited to share their latest song for the month and participate in discussion about healing division through art.
A laid back zoom song swap with a Braver Angels spin! We'll invite each songwriter to share what they're working on musically (it doesn't have to be BA themed), followed by a short forum on a BA related songwriter topic. If you just want to listen and not share, that's ok too!
Westminster Town Hall Forum with Eric Holder ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Media contact: Ciaran O'Connor, ciaran@braverangels.org
Local Focus: MN
There's a lot of stress these days among family members and friends who are divided politically, and the current polarized public conversation doesn't help. Please join us for a Braver Angels Skills for Bridging the Divide Workshop and learn skills for having respectful conversations that clarify differences, search for common ground, and affirm the importance […]
Local Focus: This is a discussion about Maine's system but anyone is welcome to join There's a lot of talk about protecting the election process and making sure every vote is counted correctly. Plan to join us as our speakers review Maine's process of access, verification, and challenges. How exactly are our votes counted and […]
** This event is open to the media upon approval. Media contact: Ciaran O'Connor, ciaran@braverangels.org
Local Focus: Spokane, WA Communication Skills for Bridging the Political Divide Workshop About this event There can be a lot of stress among family members and friends who are divided politically, and polarizing public conversation doesn't help. In this workshop you will learn and practice skills for having respectful conversations that clarify differences, search […]
POSTPONED Please join us for an intensive online workshop, in two sessions, that will bring together Republican-leaning and Democratic-leaning citizens for structured conversations, with a focus on listening and reflecting rather than debating and persuading. We will use technology to facilitate collaborative discussions and the sharing of ideas. Goals: To better understand the experiences and […]
Family relationships can be casualties of a toxic political environment. Preserve important family bonds while staying true to your values. About this event Family relationships can become casualties of a toxic political environment. Family members are having bitter political arguments, avoiding each other, or even cutting off lifetime relationships. If you want to preserve important […]
Local Focus: Ohio 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 […]
We will watch and discuss a lecture on WV election integrity and processes by WVU political science professor Erik Herron.
Hear from and talk with Mónica Guzmán about her book, "I Never Thought of It That Way: How to have Fearlessly Curious Conversations in Dangerously Divided Times."
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