Local Focus: North Carolina Sandhills Region Have you ever changed your mind about something—big or small? Maybe it was about foreign policy, the economy, or even the best route to the grocery store. What happens in our brains when we shift our thinking, and what does that teach us about engaging with others—especially on political […]

Join us at our monthly gathering in Salem – "Coffee Talks". This is a casual event where you will get to meet some of your fellow local Braver Angels. The format changes month to month, but usually involves small group or individual discussions, while supporting our host, Ike Box Café, with your patronage. This event […]

Local Focus: This is an on-site event in Bloomington, Indiana. Do you wonder why the US Government hasn't taken any reasonable action to make healthcare affordable and accessible? Or maybe you are curious about the role of special interest groups and how to discern the "good guys" from the "bad guys" in healthcare today. Dr. […]

Local Focus: Central Ohio Central Ohio Members Meeting - Immigration Discussion

Braver Angels SongFaire is a quarterly open-mic for musicians to share original songs with one another and with a wider audience online, that connect well with the Braver Angels mission. Artists may perform live or present recorded songs. Our next SongFaire will be on Sunday, March 2, at 2-3:15 pm Pacific time (5-6:15 pm Eastern). […]

Come participate in a respectful exchange of ideas with fellow members of your community about US immigration. ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org

Local Focus: Columbia Gorge Alliance March 2025 Meeting of the Columbia Gorge Alliance

In this practical, hands-on workshop we will use resources from AllSides to practice examining the tactics of modern media (i.e. spin, ad hominem, slant, flawed logic, etc.) From the AllSides website: "Journalism is tied to a set of ethical standards and values, including truth and accuracy, fairness and impartiality, and accountability. However, journalism today often […]

Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency(DOGE) has embarked on an ambitious mission to streamline federal operations, aiming to reduce government spending by up to $2 trillion. The initiative has introduced a “hardcore” work culture, with reports of staff working 120-hour weeks. In this alliance meeting, we will have an open discussion and exchange of views, […]

Local Focus: Oregon As part of Braver Angels' effort to reduce political polarization among Oregonians, our Rural/Urban Project Town Hall brings Oregonians together to identify issues dividing rural and urban residents. A series of Town Halls to be conducted throughout the state will be followed by "common ground" moderated discussions where rural and urban folks […]

Local Focus: Rockland County, NY An event modeled on speed dating, only these short conversations will be about a variety of current topics, both serious and frivolous.

Less arguing, more socializing! Come out for complimentary snacks and beverages with your fellow Americans. **Special Founding Father Guest Appearance!!!** Local Resident Keith Schrum, and writer for Patrick Henry Today newsletter ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org

Join us for a Braver Angels "Fishbowl" discussion where we will explore the impact of President Trump's first 90 days in office. The "Fishbowl" format consists of two groups of about 5-6 people that have different perspectives on a particular issue. In this meeting, we will be exploring whether "Trump's Leadership has helped move the […]

Local Focus: Individuals living in Dauphin, Cumberland, Lancaster, Lebanon and York Counties, PA Lower Susquehanna Alliance Debate-Style Discussion on Dept. of Gov't Efficiency  

Local Focus: Minnesota Minnesota’s Legislature reflects the state’s deep political divides, but collaboration is possible. Join two leaders of the Legislature’s Civility Caucus – one Republican and one Democrat – who will discuss and answer questions about how they work to build cross-party relationships that foster effective policymaking and how ordinary citizens can support Civility […]

* Restricted Attendance: Debate Chairs and those who have begun the training process (by completing at least step 1 - the training eCourse). If you are interested in getting started, please visit https://braverangels.org/get-involved/debate-chairs/ to learn more and enroll in the training. Are you a Braver Angels Debate Chair or Chair-in-Training? If so, join us for […]

Where should our government spend more, and where should it spend less? Join us for an open conversation about what matters most when it comes to public spending. Whether it's education, healthcare, defense, or other priorities, you'll have the chance to share your thoughts and hear different perspectives in a respectful and welcoming space. No […]

Local Focus: Georgia Open discussion on the topic of the January 6 pardons. Restricted Attendance: Must be willing to follow Braver Angels protocols for discussions

We are excited to invite you to our upcoming event, "Defining & Measuring the Success of a U.S. President." Join us for a nonpartisan community event where we will explore how we evaluate presidential leadership through a discussion on key success measures such as economic performance, foreign policy, social progress, crisis management, and more. Through […]

This one-hour session serves as both an introduction to Braver Angels, as well as provides a “mini-experience” of what happens in one of our longer experiences. During the session, the audience is presented with the problem of polarization and learns how Braver Angels workshops are structured to address this problem. They then get to practice […]

Monthly local alliance members meeting - everyone welcome Local Focus: Oregon's Washington and Yamhill counties ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org

Local Focus: Grand Rapids, Michigan About this event Join us for a Common Ground Workshop on Immigration. 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. […]

Local Focus: Oregon As part of Braver Angels' effort to reduce political polarization among Oregonians, our Rural/Urban Project Town Hall brings Oregonians together to identify issues dividing rural and urban residents. A series of Town Halls to be conducted throughout the state will be followed by "common ground" moderated discussions where rural and urban folks […]

Come meet other Braver Angels in Orange County, CA, and our new OC Alliance leadership! We're going to keep the great momentum going from the wonderful Red/Blue Workshop we had on 2/22! We'll give an overview of Braver Angels, talk about plans for the year, and get to know each other through discussion of the […]

Public discussion with breakout rooms ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org

Local Focus: Eugene/Springfield/Lane County, OR We are planning to get to know one another a bit and share some thoughts about how we think the Trump Administration is doing so far.

The debate over birthright citizenship is back in the national conversation, raising fundamental questions about the Constitution, immigration, and what it means to be an American. Some argue that the 14th Amendment guarantees citizenship to anyone born on U.S. soil, while others push for changes, citing concerns over immigration policies and national identity. At our […]

Do you want to bring a Braver Angels Debate to your Alliance? It's not as hard as it seems -- but there's one thing you'll want to put extra time into, and that's your resolution. In this online workshop, the Braver Angels Debate Team will help you ensure your resolution is about a question that […]

Join us at the NH Braver Angels Alliance Zoom meeting on March 27, 2025 @ 7:30 pm for a Braver Angels discussion that seeks to share viewpoints and bridge the divide regarding this timely topic: Is Trump Making America Great Again? President Trump has made sweeping changes since his first days in office. Do you […]

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. 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 us at our monthly gathering in Salem – "Coffee Talks". This is a casual event where you will get to meet some of your fellow local Braver Angels. The format changes month to month, but usually involves small group or individual discussions, while supporting our host, Ike Box Café, with your patronage. This event […]

This fishbowl-style event will provide a structured space for two groups of red leaning Braver Angels to reflect on the Trump Administration following the State of the Union address held earlier in the week. Each fishbowl will consist of approximately 6-8 red leaning participants. Observers of any color leaning are welcome to listen.

Local Focus: Chicago Note: This *FREE* event is to be attended in person (Promo code: BRAVER). You will not need physical or virtual tickets in order to attend this event. Are you vexed by the unproductive vitriol in politics today or dismayed at the results of the election? Braver Angels is the nation's largest grassroots […]

Local Focus: New York City This fishbowl-style event will provide a structured space for two groups of blue and red leaning Braver Angels to reflect on the Trump Administration following the first 100 days of the administration! Each fishbowl will consist of approximately 6-8 participants. Observers of any color leaning are welcome to listen.

Local Focus: San Diego/Southern California How do your spiritual values shape your political views? Join Braver Angels and AND Campaign for an interfaith dialogue on "What Role Should Faith Play in Politics?" We'll explore questions about applying faith to society and navigating differing beliefs. ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send […]

There has been a flurry of executive orders and actions taken by the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) in President Trump’s first months in office. To half the country, the President is using his legitimate authority to make needed changes to how the government operates. To the other half of the country, the President’s actions […]

The South-Central Indiana Alliance is hosting a free presentation on Federal Government Waste. Our guest speaker, Pamela S. Roberts, with a career spanning more than 35 years in the political arena, will share her perspectives on the Department of Government Efficiency, flaws in our political system that lead to inefficiency, how to find the truth, […]

* Local Focus: Tennessee A monthly statewide meeting for members and friends of the Memphis Area Alliance, Nashville Braver Angels , and the East Tennessee Alliance in order to meet one another, share ideas and suggestions for impact and move our mission of depolarizing forward.

Fireside Chat with Braver Angels President David Blankenhorn ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org

Do you want to bring a Braver Angels Debate to your Alliance? It's not as hard as it seems -- but there's one thing you'll want to put extra time into, and that's your resolution. In this online workshop, the Braver Angels Debate Team will help you ensure your resolution is about a question that […]