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Public trust in government is hovering near all-time lows and vicious political partisanship is tearing civil society apart. These truths seem as self-evident as any. Where do we go from here? And what is our role as citizens?
Let's get together for a potluck dinner and an honest discussion on the question: "Should we help our homeless neighbors, without exceptions?" We will begin with brief demonstration statements covering five response positions: Strongly Disagree; Disagree; Neutral; Agree; Strongly Agree. After that we will fill our plates and sit down to dinner and discussion, using […]
Restricted Attendance: Red Members only Braver Angels Red Caucus
Restricted Attendance: People interested in Braver Angels and ways to decrease political polarization Local Focus: Wilmington, NC and surrounding areas Braver Angels Social at Kickback Jack's ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Media contact: Ciaran O'Connor, ciaran@braverangels.org
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. We are tempted to regard our own […]
* Local Focus: Minnesota At each online meeting, the group discusses one of the self-study training modules to become a BA Ambassador. Learn about BA for your own navigation and plan to make an Ambassador presentation to a group in your area.
Topic: Should TikTok Be Banned in the United States? We'll start the meeting with a brief overview of the proposed TikTok ban, break into small groups to discuss the measure, and then share key points with the entire group. Please join us, and share your ideas! ** This event is open to the media upon […]
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: State of Idaho Note: This event is to be attended online. 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. We are tempted […]
* Local Focus: Houston TX and neighboring areas Potluck, Movie, and Discussion - Considering Christian Nationalism: An evening of fellowship and sharing of views on a controversial subject. Join Braver Angels and the local Quaker Meeting to watch a recent documentary on “Christian Nationalism” entitled "God & Country". What does the label mean? How does […]
Are you a military member or veteran and interested in how your fellow vets and service members are working to reduce political polarization in the United States? Come to our Welcome Event and you will learn about Braver Angels and where you can continue your mission of defending the Constitution of the United States against […]
BAACNC Monthly Discussion: Topic: Should the Electoral College Be Abolished?
Local Focus: South Denver, Colorado and Douglas County Area Braver Angels Southern Front Range Alliance is hosting small group events at local community locations to encourage diverse dialogue among community members willing to engage in respectful and honest discussions with disparate views. These events will be in a casual space for community members to participate […]
A discussion centered on the BA Trustworthy Elections report and campaign. ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Media contact: Ciaran O'Connor, ciaran@braverangels.org
What is the value of each type of education to students and society and what is the loss to us if we don't have each type of higher education? What is the cost and how do we pay for it when it is paid for differently in other countries? ** This event is open to […]
Braver Angels WV: Exploring BA Debates
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: New Indiana Alliance for those in Central Indiana (Boone, Clinton, Montgomery, Tipton, Hamilton, Hendricks, Hancock, Putnam, Marion, Johnson, and Shelby counties). Americans on opposite sides of the political spectrum don’t only disagree on issues — they increasingly dislike one another. This growing partisan animosity is the crisis of our time and threatens our […]
Join us for a 1-hr orientation to learn about the Braver Network State Rep Volunteer Role. After this training you will be completely trained and ready to start working in the role.
Note: This event is to be attended in person. Restricted Attendance: Members of Fort Collins Rotary Noon and Evening Club and their families and invited guests 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 […]
Join Braver Angels to debate. About this event Join Braver Angels for a debate on the topic – "Resolved: We can trust the U.S. elections." 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 […]
Local Focus: Southern Willamette Valley, Oregon We will create some expectations for interacting with one another, take some time to select issues to talk about, and break into small groups to discuss topics with others who may or may not share your perspective.
Monthly meeting for Angels of Color Caucus members and the greater Braver Angels Community. ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Media contact: Ciaran O'Connor, ciaran@braverangels.org
Local Focus: Milwaukee and surrounding area 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. We […]
How do you respond when someone asks, “What is Braver Angels all about?” or “Why do you belong to Braver Angels?” Every organization and its members need an Elevator Speech, a clear, concise, and memorable response. In this interactive workshop, Lorraine Howell, author of Give Your Elevator Speech a Lift! will take you through her […]
* Local Focus: This is a meeting of the South Central Indiana Alliance but all are welcome. In our life time, as a country we have never been more polarized. We will listen to a panel discussion and then discuss our perspectives on how we got as polarized as we are today.
Please join our June in-person Chicagoland Braver Angels Alliance Meeting! After an update on local/national events, a polarization spotlight, and a warmup in pairs, we will engage in conversation about the American Dream.
A free workshop to help you become more aware of your "inner polarizer" and learn methods for disagreeing without contempt and ridicule About this event 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 […]
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 […]
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