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Note: This event is to be attended online at 7pm Central European Time/ 1pm EST Join us for a lively 2 hour long discussion on Conservatism by Jerry Muller At a time when the label “conservative” is indiscriminately applied to fundamentalists, populists, libertarians, fascists, and the advocates of one or another orthodoxy, this volume offers […]
Local Focus: Massachusetts
Note: This event will be held online. 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 […]
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
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 Common Ground Workshop on Trustworthy Elections. The Braver Angels Common Ground Workshop brings together equal numbers of Conservatives and Liberals - Reds and Blues (4-8 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Book discussion: In Search of Braver Angels: Getting Along Together in Troubled Times, by David Blankenhorn. Join Braver Angels president David Blankenhorn for a live discussion of his recent book. Can our American experiment in ordered liberty survive our current afflictions of vanishing social trust and escalating political rancor? David Blankenhorn writes: “Every page of […]
A welcome social for new and potential Braver Angels in Washington State Join us for an informal meet and greet and an opportunity to ask questions about Braver Angels. We will open with a short intro about Braver Angels and then introductions from attendees, followed by some social time that might include: ice breakers, break-out […]
Local Focus: Washington State A welcome social for new and potential Braver Angels in Washington State. Have you ever told someone about Braver Angels and they seem pretty interested until you suggest a 4-hour workshop on a Saturday? Well, we have just the thing for you… Join us for an informal meet and greet and […]
Local Focus: Colorado de·bate| dəˈbāt | - noun - A highly structured conversation in which a group of people think together, listen to one another, and are open to being changed by ideas. Resolution: Coloradoans’ right to access medical aid in dying should take precedence over healthcare system policies and providers’ personal values. Yes or No, […]
Local Focus: Connecticut Learn about how citizens and elected officials from across the political spectrum are coming together to bridge the partisan divide, and how you can help too. Bring your questions and enthusiasm. Feel free to join us for Part 1 and/or Part 2, based on your interest: 7:00PM ET — Part 1: For […]
Braver Angels Snohomish County Alliance works with Braver Angels National through its Youth-Inspired, Family-centered Approach to Depolarizing America. Although much of our programming is Afrocentric, as our work is rooted in the necessity of unifying and amplifying underrepresented ethnic minorities in both Braver Angels and America, we welcome all to these conversations. Race relations and […]
About this Event Description Join us for a free two-part intensive online workshop that brings together Red (conservative or Republican-leaning) and Blue (liberal or Democratic-leaning) citizens for moderated activities and structured discussions that reduce stereotyped thinking, clarify disagreements, build relationships and find common ground through listening and learning rather than declaring and debating. Schedule Part […]
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.
Local Focus: Central /Eastern Washington Alliance of Braver Angels Monthly alliance discussion meeting
Welcome to the GMA's spring "meet and greet”. This is a wonderful opportunity to meet other Braver Angels in the Greater Minneapolis area and find out about what we'd like to do as an Alliance this year, as well as hear from you and your ideas! There is so much happening in our world right […]
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 […]
Join Braver Angels to debate. About this event Join Braver Angels for a debate on the topic – "Resolved: Die on your own terms." 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 […]
About this Event Description Join us for a free two-part intensive online workshop that brings together Red (conservative or Republican-leaning) and Blue (liberal or Democratic-leaning) citizens for moderated activities and structured discussions that reduce stereotyped thinking, clarify disagreements, build relationships and find common ground through listening and learning rather than declaring and debating. Schedule Part […]
"Is Race an Excuse or Motivator?" Braver Angels’ Alliances for Action invite you to a conversation about a complicated subject. Engage in a 3-pronged confrontation with RACE. Bring your Authenticity, Honesty, and willingness to embrace Discomfort to the conversation! A Panel Presentation Get ready to get uncomfortable — and be sure to bring your authenticity […]
Local Focus: New Hampshire Forum for understanding the diversity of thought among those who favor gun ownership, and for understanding the choices and attitudes of those who oppose gun ownership. The goal is to foster a respectful conversation and to search possible common ground.
Monthly Discussion Meeting, topic will be "America's role in the world: How much support should we provide Ukraine?"
This event is to be attended online at 1pm EST / 7pm Central European Time. Join us for a lively 1.5 hour long discussion on Love Your Enemies: How Decent People Can Save America from Our Culture of Contempt by Arthur C. Brooks. "The New York Times bestselling author says America is being ripped apart […]
Controversies in Education: More frequent disagreements about what should be taught in our children’s schools have popped up during the last few years across our nation. School board meetings have become disorderly over hot-button issues like critical race theory, mask mandates, sexuality and gender. Many more school board members have stepped down early because of […]
We will hear from organizers about the recent BA event in Berkeley Springs, WV, and how BA Ambassadors can promote interest in our organization.
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
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 […]
Local Focus: Georgia Quadra-weekly meeting for all members of Braver Angels - Georgia and interested persons.
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 […]
