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Film Screening and Discussion of “The Abortion Talks”

Host Organization: Braver Angels
State/Region: - National
Online US

This documentary tells the story of six protagonists in the abortion debate in Boston who met in secret dialogues for over 150 hours after the 1994 clinic murders there. Despite […]

New England (MA, ME, VT, NH, CT, RI) Newcomer Session

Host Organization: Braver Angels - New England - Region (MA, ME, VT, NH, CT, RI)
Partner Org(s): MA, ME, VT, NH, CT, RI
State/Region: VT

** This event is open to the media upon approval. Media contact: Ciaran O'Connor, ciaran@braverangels.org

Members Meeting – Elections: How can we trust the process?

Host Organization: Braver Angels Greater Minneapolis Alliance
State/Region: MN

Local Focus: Minneapolis and suburbs of Congressional District 5 Our democratic republic hinges on a reliance on elections to represent the will of the people. Without legitimate elections, American democracy […]

Depolarizing Conversations About Race and Public Policy

Host Organization: BA National - Workshops
State/Region: - National

Why we need this workshop Conversations between White people about race are often dysfunctional and judgmental, descending into “Just listen to me explain racism to you” and “Don’t call me […]

Depolarizing Within

Host Organization: Braver Angels
State/Region: MN

Restricted Attendance: UNW Local Focus: UNW St Paul MN Much of today’s polarization is driven by how we talk with like-minded people about those on the other side. Too often, […]

Members Meeting – Braver Angels Lancaster County Alliance

Host Organization: Lancaster County Alliance
State/Region: PA
Online US

Restricted Attendance: Residents of Lancaster County and nearby areas Local Focus: Lancaster County (PA) residents Lancaster Alliance Member Meeting (1 hour) to Discuss the US Senate Race in PA  

Common Ground – Ensuring Trustworthy Elections

Host Organization: Braver Angels - Workshops
State/Region: - National

Equal numbers of Conservatives and Liberals take a deep dive into a chosen issue to find joint and unanimously held Points of Agreements. About this event Join us for a […]

Equality: A Core American Value

Host Organization: Braver Angels OC/South Bay Alliance
State/Region: CA
Online US

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 […]

Depolarizing Within

Host Organization: Braver Angels
State/Region: - National

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 […]

Walk A Mile In My News – Kickoff Event

Host Organization: Braver Angels: Texas, Washington State
State/Region: WA

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 […]

Forum to discuss the midterm elections

Host Organization: Braver Angels Silicon Valley
State/Region: CA

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 […]

Family & Politics

Host Organization: Europe - Braver Angels Alliance - Europe

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. […]

Post-Midterms Hold America Together Zoom Event

Host Organization: BA National - Debates
Partner Org(s): BridgeUSA and Starts with Us
State/Region: - National
Online US

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 […]

Families and Politics

Host Organization: Oregon Statewide Alliance
State/Region: OR
Online US

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. […]

Film Discussion – Shouting Fire: Stories from the Edge of Free Speech

Host Organization: Braver Angels
State/Region: - National

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 […]

National Debate: Family and Politics

Host Organization: Braver Angels Debates
State/Region: - National

"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 […]

Families & Politics

State/Region: MN
Online US

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. […]

Families and Politics

Host Organization: Braver Angels
State/Region: TN

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. […]

Skills for Bridging the Divide

Host Organization: Braver Angels Workshops
State/Region: - National

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 […]

Election Integrity

Host Organization: Building Bridges Alliance
State/Region: ME
Online US

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 […]

Postponed Red/Blue Workshop – Session 1

Host Organization: Braver Angels - Multi-state
State/Region: - National

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 […]

Families and Politics

Host Organization: Braver Angels
State/Region: OH
Online US

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 […]

Book Discussion – I Never Thought Of It That Way

Host Organization: BA National - Library
State/Region: - National
Online US

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."

Skills for Bridging the Divide

Host Organization: Oregon Statewide Alliance
State/Region: OR

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 […]

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