Members Meeting – BA Ambassador Monthly Meeting
Members Meeting – BA Ambassador Monthly Meeting
Restricted Attendance: For BA Ambassadors who have completed an Ambassador Orientation Monthly meeting for Braver Angels' Ambassadors
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America’s Public Forum
America’s Public Forum
** This event is open to the media upon approval. Media contact: Ciaran O'Connor, ciaran@braverangels.org From a series of events bridging the worlds of ideas and depolarization, hosted by Braver Angels and friends, "America's Public Forum." Check back often for the subject and registration link for this week's forum. Thank you.
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Depolarizing Within – Standard – IN PERSON
Depolarizing Within – Standard – IN PERSON
Restricted Attendance: those registered through a local channel in LaCrosse Local Focus: LaCrosse, WI 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 […]
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Depolarizing Within PLACEHOLDER do not delete
Depolarizing Within PLACEHOLDER do not delete
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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Organizing BA Community Alliances for Congressional Districts 3 & 6
Organizing BA Community Alliances for Congressional Districts 3 & 6
Local Focus: MN Congressional Districts 3 and 6 Organize Your Community Alliance. Our purpose is to have frank, respectful conversations across the political divide. We focus on what divides us, we always listen to learn and we work to find common ground. ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Media contact: Ciaran […]
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Depolarizing Conversations About Race – NJ Moores/Medford Society of Friends
Depolarizing Conversations About Race – NJ Moores/Medford Society of Friends
Restricted Attendance: Society of Friends 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 a racist!” Many White Americans have trouble sustaining conversations on issues such as affirmative action, police reform, reparations, and removing […]
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Depolarizing Within
Depolarizing Within
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 […]
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Defining the Braver Angels Artist
Defining the Braver Angels Artist
The number one question the Braver Angels Songwriters team is asked: "What makes a Braver Angels Artist?" We want to hear your feedback (if you're interested, you're invited). Come join us for a conversation where we invite you to bring your answers to the questions: What is the key thing to remember when creating art […]
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We the People’s Forum: Would A Higher Minimum Wage Help American Workers?
We the People’s Forum: Would A Higher Minimum Wage Help American Workers?
Wilk Wilkinson grew up in poverty and worked in low-wage jobs before becoming a manager for a welding supplies and gas distributor. The host of the Derate the Hate podcast, Wilk believes that the American Dream is alive and well for those willing to pursue it-- and that raising the federal minimum wage would be […]
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National Debate: Capitalism & Free Markets
National Debate: Capitalism & Free Markets
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. Is capitalism the only economic system humans have yet discovered that creates enough wealth for well-being of an entire society? Or is capitalism fundamentally flawed because […]
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Depolarizing Within – Oregon
Depolarizing Within – Oregon
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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Depolarizing Conversations About Race
Depolarizing Conversations About Race
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 a racist!” Many White Americans have trouble sustaining conversations on issues such as affirmative action, police reform, reparations, and removing statues. Conversations flare up and […]
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Skills for Bridging the Divide
Skills for Bridging the Divide
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 […]
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Skills for Bridging the Divide Workshop – POSTPONED
Skills for Bridging the Divide Workshop – POSTPONED
DUE TO OMICRON - THIS WORKSHOP IS POSTPONED - STAY TUNED FOR RESCHEDULING Local Focus: Sebastopol, CA 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 […]
SongSquare
SongSquare
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.
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Organizing BA Community Alliances for Congressional Districts 4 & 8
Organizing BA Community Alliances for Congressional Districts 4 & 8
Organize Your Community Alliance. The purpose of Community Alliances is to have frank, respectful conversations across the political divide within your community. We focus on what divides us, we always listen to learn and we work to find common ground. Join as a leader, a learner or a member!! Local Focus: Congressional District #4 and […]
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America’s Public Forum: Socialism, Populism, and Nationalism Since the 1990s
America’s Public Forum: Socialism, Populism, and Nationalism Since the 1990s
** This event is open to the media upon approval. Media contact: Ciaran O’Connor, ciaran@braverangels.org From a series of events bridging the worlds of ideas and depolarization, hosted by Braver Angels and friends, "America's Public Forum." Eventbrite link and registration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/americas-public-forum-socialism-populism-nationalism-since-the-1990s-tickets-244775890277?aff=ebdssbonlinesearch Twenty-seven years ago, John B. Judis and Michael Lind published their policy manifesto, “For a New Nationalism,” at […]
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Skills for Bridging the Divide
Skills for Bridging the Divide
Local Focus: ISD 196, Dakota County Libraries 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 […]
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“Red-Blue” Workshop – Sessions 1 and 2
“Red-Blue” Workshop – Sessions 1 and 2
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 In […]
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Depolarizing Within
Depolarizing Within
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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Skills for Bridging the Divide
Skills for Bridging the Divide
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 […]
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Organize Your Community Alliance
Organize Your Community Alliance
Organizing Your Community Alliance!! Ready? Set? Go!! The purpose of Community Alliances is to have frank, respectful conversations across the political divide within your community. We focus on what divides us, we always listen to learn and we work to find common ground. Join as a leader, a learner or a member!! Local Focus: MN […]
Members Meeting – BA Ambassador Monthly Meeting
Members Meeting – BA Ambassador Monthly Meeting
Restricted Attendance: For BA Ambassadors who have completed an Ambassador Orientation Monthly meeting for Braver Angels' Ambassadors
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Orientation for Prospective or New Braver Angels Workshop Organizers
Orientation for Prospective or New Braver Angels Workshop Organizers
New and Prospective Organizer Orientation Meeting This meeting is for new and prospective organizers and takes place on the fourth Wednesday of each month from 7-8pm EST. At the orientations, we explain the responsibilities and rewards of being an organizer, answer questions, and show newcomers how to navigate the website to access helpful resources. ** […]
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Film Discussion – Braver Angels of WV Alliance January Zoom Meeting
Film Discussion – Braver Angels of WV Alliance January Zoom Meeting
Please join us for our next Braver Angels West Virginia Alliance meeting on Wednesday, January 26 from 7-8pm on Zoom. We will watch and discuss the first video in a YouTube channel series by Prof. Ilana Redstone: Beyond Bigots and Snowflakes. The topic of this video is viewpoint diversity.
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Common Ground – COVID Mandates
Common Ground – COVID Mandates
Join us for a Common Ground Workshop on COVID Mandates. The Braver Angels Common Ground Workshop brings together equal numbers of Conservatives and Liberals - Reds and Blues (4-8 of each) - for a deep dive into a problem, such as addressing climate change, electoral reform or abortion. Together participants talk about their connection to […]
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Book Discussion: “The 1619 Project and the 1776 Commission”
Book Discussion: “The 1619 Project and the 1776 Commission”
Local Focus: Nashville Area Two Nashville Area Alliance Steering Committee members, one red and one blue, will co-lead a discussion, offered to all subscribers and members in the Nashville area on the two documents. It is an opportunity for citizens to take a “deeper dive” into these two important documents which dominate much of the […]
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National Debate: Homelessness
National Debate: Homelessness
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. About this Event Resolved: Address homelessness with housing first, without preconditions. The homeless have many different faces: a family with children living in a car, a […]
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Red/Blue Workshop – Session 1
Red/Blue Workshop – Session 1
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 […]
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Depolarizing Conversations About Race
Depolarizing Conversations About Race
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 a racist!” Many White Americans have trouble sustaining conversations on issues such as affirmative action, police reform, reparations, and removing statues. Conversations flare up and […]
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Bridging the Divide on Climate Solutions Workshop
Bridging the Divide on Climate Solutions Workshop
Local Focus: Focus is California but everyone is welcome to attend. Climate change is one of the most contentious issues confronting our nation, and in many ways California represents a flash point for the debate. Many climate advocates claim that wildfires, floods, mudslides, and droughts are the consequence of a warming climate and aggressive intervention […]
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Film Discussion: 12 Angry Men
Film Discussion: 12 Angry Men
We will discuss "12 Angry Men," a 1957 classic starring Henry Fonda. This courtroom drama shows a jury of 12 men as they deliberate whether to convict a defendant on the basis of reasonable doubt, forcing the jurors to question their morals and values. It also shows the power of one man to cause change. Many regard […]
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America’s Public Forum: Virtue, Progress, and American Institutions Today
America’s Public Forum: Virtue, Progress, and American Institutions Today
** This event is open to the media upon approval. Media contact: Ciaran O’Connor, ciaran@braverangels.org From a series of events bridging the worlds of ideas and depolarization, hosted by Braver Angels and friends, “America’s Public Forum.” Eventbrite link and registration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/americas-public-forum-virtue-progress-and-american-institutions-today-tickets-244821075427?aff=ebdssbonlinesearch Steven Pinker has argued in books such as The Better Angels of Our Nature and Enlightenment Now that we are […]
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Community Debate – Missouri Debate – the teaching of race in public schools
Community Debate – Missouri Debate – the teaching of race in public schools
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. About this Event Resolved: Teachers should be prohibited from teaching history and discussing current issues through the lens of systemic racism and white privilege You probably […]
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Being Red in a Blue Environment
Being Red in a Blue Environment
This free workshop is for political conservatives who are surrounded by liberals in key areas of life like work, family, social circle, religion, or community. Learn safe and effective ways to communicate conservative values and beliefs in environments where liberal ideas are assumed to be correct. This workshop is a free event brought to you […]
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“Common Ground” Workshop – Defining and Addressing Anti-Semitism on the Right and the Left
“Common Ground” Workshop – Defining and Addressing Anti-Semitism on the Right and the Left
Join us for a Common Ground Workshop on Defining and Addressing Anti-Semitism on the Right and the Left. A group of us in Braver Angels have met to discuss the issue of the growing anti-Semitism that is emerging out of the continued polarization in our country. Given the long history of Jews as victims of […]
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