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Join us for a fascinating discussion with the directors of the Collaborative Program in Natural Resources (CPNR) at the University of Wyoming Ruckelshaus Institute. Dr. Steve Smutko and Deb Kleinman will talk about how they use Braver Angel principles of civility on complicated natural resource issues.
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 beliefs […]
We the People’s Forum is an online forum featuring everyday American voices working for a more unified America. "How Can We America’s Political System Work for the Working Class?" is the question our two speakers will address in this inaugural forum. Jason Clark, a working-class Black progressive Bernie Sanders supporter, and Lance Nickol, a working-class […]
The Common Sense Party of California was established in 2019 to offer a political home for California voters who are dissatisfied with the polarization of existing political parties and one-party government in California. We are excited to offer a conversation with Tom Campbell, a former California Congressman and the founder of the Common Sense Party […]
How can we reduce the influence of money in politics? "No Ballot, No Buck" is a policy proposal by Bill Fry, a Tea Party leader and small businessman from Blanchester, Ohio, that aims to do exactly that. The idea, proposed as a constitutional amendment, is simple but radical: if you can't vote for a candidate, […]
MN Sample Alliance Experience Local Focus: Minnesota
A special edition of America's Public Forum, co-hosted by American Purpose and Braver Angels. Registration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/apf-the-case-for-truth-knowledge-and-politics-in-modern-america-tickets-158827941649?aff=ebdssbeac Join American Purpose and Braver Angels for a special edition of America's Public Forum, where American Purpose Editorial Board member Craig Kennedy will interview author Jonathan Rauch on his new book, The Constitution of Knowledge: A Defense of Truth. Rauch has been a thoughtful voice in journalism for […]
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 […]
We are seeking 18-30 year olds to participate in a brand new Braver Angels 1:1 conversation experience: Conversation Across Generations. They will be paired with 61+ year olds, and engage in two structured, one-hour conversations at dates and times of their own choosing. Read the 1:1 Conversation Across Generations conversation guide, and sign up to […]
We are seeking 18-30 year olds to participate in a brand new Braver Angels 1:1 conversation experience: Conversation Across Generations. They will be paired with 61+ year olds, and engage in two structured, one-hour conversations at times of their own choosing. Thus, these conversations may not end up taking place on June 20, but rather […]
Local Focus: Tompkins County, NY For our first event we will get to know each other and talk about what life events shaped our political leanings. The instructions and signup link is at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0c45a5a92fa1f4cf8-introductions
Learn how to become an official Braver Angels Ambassador. About this event Being a BA Ambassador involves speaking publicly (socially distanced or virtually) to organizations such as local civic groups, colleges, and communities of faith about Braver Angels and depolarization. Other outreach options such as writing op-eds are available. Learn how to be a truly […]
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 "inner […]
From a series of events bridging the worlds of ideas and depolarization, hosted by Braver Angels and friends, "America's Public Forum." About this event Join Braver Angels for a very special America’s Public Forum event with Matt Taibbi and Isaac Saul, two noted journalists whose SubStack newsletters cover a wide array of political news and […]
This free workshop is for red-leaning attendees (i.e, people who lean conservative philosophically or tend to vote for Republicans) who are interested in having better conversations with people on the other side of the political aisle. You will learn and practice skills for having respectful conversations that clarify differences, search for common ground, and affirm […]
This free workshop is for blue-leaning attendees (i.e, people who lean liberal philosophically or tend to vote for Democrats) who are interested in having better conversations with people on the other side of the political aisle. You will learn and practice skills for having respectful conversations that clarify differences, search for common ground, and affirm […]
Why we need this workshop Conversations between White people about race are nearly as broken as conversations between Whites and Blacks, often descending into “Just listen to me explain racism to you” and “Don’t call me a racist!” Many White Americans have trouble sustaining conversations on issues such as affirmative action, police reform, reparations, and […]
Intellectuals from across the political spectrum have observed for decades that, beneath the intense and polarized vitriol of American politics, a general and metastasizing crisis of trust has steadily eaten away at American institutions and whatever shared legitimacy they once held more confidently. In some ways this has led to the alienation of large segments […]
Restricted Attendance: Braver Angels musicians 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 […]
