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This March, the Braver Angels Snohomish County Alliance gathers to outline our discussion roadmap for the upcoming months of March, April, May, and June 2024. In a pivotal meeting dedicated to shaping our community's dialogue and activities, we invite all members to join in this collaborative effort. Key on our agenda is the election of […]
Note: This event is to be attended in person. Tickets are free. To prevent spam registrations, use promo code BRAVER. Crossing the Continental Divide provides participants with an introduction to Braver Angels and an overview of its principles. During this presentation participants will: Participate in two brief activities (one taken directly from the Depolarizing Within […]
Local Focus: Central /Eastern Washington Alliance of Braver Angels Monthly alliance discussion meeting
Restricted Attendance: Trainees should register as a trainee Organizer before attending the first session. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe5lVgDgX7RqttcoyufixBmkGos1sQp5BpiiGT-XWq-dzjKeA/viewform Braver Angels Organizers fill an essential volunteer function and are often the glue that holds BA workshops together. This 90 minute, weekly training is led by Organizer trainers, Casey and Yvonne. The four week training schedule starts on the first […]
Local Focus: Indiana Weekly lunch meeting of the BA IN Red/Blue lunch group.
Local Focus: Wilmington Come share a meal with neighbors experiencing poverty. ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org
"How is the war in Ukraine different from other conflicts?" An evening of discussion with Dr. Charles K. Bartles, analyst and Russian linguist and author of The Russian Way of War: Force Structure, Tactics and Modernization of the Russian Ground Forces, on what the current war in Ukraine reveals about the future of modern warfare: […]
Local Focus: Utah Meet other Utah Braver Angels, ask questions, learn about opportunities to participate or volunteer, and receive updates and encouragement. ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org
Watch a movie on your own, then attend a discussion of it made richer by the wide variety of viewpoints that participants hold. 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 […]
* * We are taking the months of June and July off. See you on August 16 when we resume meeting. Have a great summer! Restricted Attendance: This forum is open to mental health professionals, including psychologists, social workers, psychiatrists, marriage and family therapists, psychiatric nurses, life coaches, registered counselors, and school counselors. Join […]
Local Focus: San Diego and Southern California Note: This event is to be attended in person. In this polarized time, we lack basic understanding of why people on the other political side hold their beliefs. We don’t see them as they see themselves–their core values and central concerns–but instead as we choose to see them. […]
* Local Focus: Oregon's Washington and Yamhill Counties Our Fair Booth, #422, located inside, near the concessions, will focus on the issues that underlie the Rural/Urban Divide. We will be there at least 5-midnight each day from 7/19 through 7/28/24, and starting at 10AM on the weekends. Come visit us and inform our Rural/Urban outreach […]
* Local Focus: Columbia County, Oregon Navigating Difficult Conversations (Handling the challenge among family, friends, neighbors, and colleagues) mini-workshop along with some discussion time. Note: This event is to be attended in person. Note: This session serves as both an introduction to Braver Angels, as well as a “mini-experience” of what happens in our longer […]
Restricted Attendance: Attendees should have completed the "Introduction to becoming a BA Organizer" breakout session at Convention 2024 or have attended the first Organizer training session. Register here for Wednesday July 10th at 4.30pm. This is a live, online Organizer training, and part of the requirement to be qualified as a BA Organizer. We will […]
Are you a Braver Angels member interested in getting more involved in and volunteering with the Debates Team? If so, join us to learn about potential opportunties. From special project support, to roles on the National Debate Executive Committee and debate leadership roles such as Debate Chair and Chamberlain, there is something for everyone. Come […]
Inland Empire Alliance Member Social Taco and Pool Party
* Local Focus: Snohomish County, Washington Red and Blue Game Night is a free night of laughter, camaraderie, and friendship! It's the perfect opportunity to connect beyond political labels and forge meaningful relationships. Let's show that despite our differences, we can come together for an evening of unity and fellowship. The Western Washington Alliance aims […]
Discussion of the Federal Government Spending and Debt led by Phil Smith of the bipartisan Concord Coalition
The debate over private enterprise versus government regulation is multifaceted, with various arguments on both sides. Regulations can protect public health, safety, and the environment. Market failures, consumer protections and stability are regulatory goals. On the other hand, excessive regulations, bureaucracy, and unintended consequences can cause higher prices and reduce competition. Finding the right balance […]
Restricted Attendance: Red Members only Braver Angels Red Caucus
Happy Hour with snacks, chats, and beer (or NA beverages) ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org
* Local Focus: Montana A 1-hour workshop called Navigating Difficult Conversations (Handling the challenge among family, friends, neighbors, and colleagues) along with some discussion time. Note: This event is to be attended online. Note: This session serves as both an introduction to Braver Angels, as well as a “mini-experience” of what happens in our longer […]
Southwest Ohio Alliance Meeting - July 2024
Restricted Attendance: Trainees should register as a trainee Organizer before attending the first session. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe5lVgDgX7RqttcoyufixBmkGos1sQp5BpiiGT-XWq-dzjKeA/viewform Braver Angels Organizers fill an essential volunteer function and are often the glue that holds BA workshops together. This 90 minute, weekly training is led by Organizer trainers, Casey and Yvonne. The four week training schedule starts on the first […]
Local Focus: Indiana Weekly lunch meeting of the BA IN Red/Blue lunch group.
Note: This event is to be attended online via Zoom. Tickets are free. To prevent spam registrations, use promo code BRAVER. Crossing the Continental Divide provides participants with an introduction to Braver Angels and an overview of its principles. During this presentation participants will: Participate in two brief activities (one taken directly from the Depolarizing […]
Come hang out with local Braver Angels from across the political spectrum. ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org
* Local Focus: Western North Carolina Conservatives and liberals distrust our electoral system for vastly different reasons—from voter fraud and election security to voter suppression and peaceful transfer of power. Leading up to the 2024 election, Braver Angels worked to rebuild this trust by seeking solutions supported by people across the political spectrum. As a […]
Join Braver Angels to debate. About this event Join Braver Angels for a debate on the topic – "Resolved: Abolish the Electoral College." 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 questions. Tell us what you have […]
Our news sources impact how we see the world. As a result, staying within our own opinion “echo chambers” may limit our understanding of complex issues and may contribute to polarization. Walk a Mile in My News participants trade news sources, take notes of observations, and discuss with each other. ** This event is open […]
