Braver Angels Faith Caucus Monthly Meeting 📅 Date: Wednesday, March 26, 2025 ⏰ Time: 8:00 PM - 9:30 PM ET 📍 Online via Zoom (Link provided upon registration) Uniting Across Divides: Faith, Patriotism, and a Shared American Identity In a time of heightened political and cultural division, how can faith leaders and communities foster deeper […]
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1 event, | 2 events, - Join the Braver Angels Book Club for a discussion of A Time to Build: From Family and Community to Congress and the Campus, How Recommitting to Our Institutions Can Revive the American Dream by Yuval Levin. Amid deep political and cultural divisions, Levin argues that America’s social malaise stems from fragmentation and institutional decline. Instead […] | 3 events,A moderated, lunchtime discussion on current events with Braver Angels members who fall all along the political spectrum. * Local Focus: Columbia County Oregon Start up online meetings for Braverangels in Columbia County Oregon ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org | 2 events,Local Focus: Indiana focus, all are welcome Weekly meeting of the SCIN BA Lunch group. All BA members/subscribers are welcome to join us for discussion on a variety of topics. Participation in previous BA workshops is encouraged! | 3 events, - 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 […] - 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 event is open to the media upon […] | 4 events,* 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 […] | |
2 events, Alliance/Members Meeting – Braver Angels’ Faith Caucus Monthly Fellowship (Other/Braver Faith) - A Panel Discussion featuring two clergy from congregations in the Detroit area, David Joseph, the Blue Co-chair of the Michigan Alliance and Rachel Cannon from Network partner, Vitality Solutions, to discuss approaches to political polarization between and within religious congregations ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org | 4 events,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: Michigan Michigan BA Meeting to discuss current topics and share experiences of BA in Michigan ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org - Local Focus: Georgia Monthly meeting for Georgia members and guests Restricted Attendance: Georgia Braver Angels members and guests | 3 events,A moderated, lunchtime discussion on current events with Braver Angels members who fall all along the political spectrum. Join Idaho Braver Angels for our monthly state-wide meeting to learn about activities, get to know others in Idaho working on depolarization, and practice skills in speaking and listening according to Braver Angels principles. The meeting program lasts an hour with an optional 30 minutes of additional hang out time | 3 events,Local Focus: Indiana focus, all are welcome Weekly meeting of the SCIN BA Lunch group. All BA members/subscribers are welcome to join us for discussion on a variety of topics. Participation in previous BA workshops is encouraged! - Local Focus: Long Island Come join us for this 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 experienced and what you think. Resolved: Our Constitutional System of Separation of Powers and Checks and Balances presently is working to […] | 3 events, - Is the media driving or reflecting our political divide? In a time of growing distrust and partisan tension, the role of the media has come under intense scrutiny. Is the press a mirror/reflecting society's divisions or a magnifier fueling polarization? Join Roger Lowe, a seasoned journalist and communications leader, for a candid conversation exploring how […] - Note: This event is to be attended online via Zoom. Tickets are free. 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 workshop) Watch a video of a Braver […] | ||
1 event, Alliance/Members Meeting – Braver Angels’ Faith Caucus Monthly Fellowship (Other/Braver Faith) | 3 events, Featured - Featured Join Braver Angels to debate. About this event Join Braver Angels for a debate on a topic to be selected. To help us select the resolution for debate, please complete our National Intercollegiate Debate Resolution/Topic Poll: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSew1SII2645JZj1K3gCYeCJ0BcXwPpBurqi7AjvT59Z37Xvgw/viewform. Come join us for this free national debate, in which all participants from across the ideological spectrum will […] * Restricted Attendance: For trained BA Ambassadors. Monthly meeting for BA Ambassadors, with news and guest speakers to keep you informed. | 6 events,A moderated, lunchtime discussion on current events with Braver Angels members who fall all along the political spectrum. - Restricted Attendance: Having read the book in advance will allow you to fully participate in this discussion. Please join us for a discussion of Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents. This non-fiction book by Pulitzer Prize-winning author Isabel Wilkerson "examines the unspoken caste system that has shaped America and shows how our lives today are […] Local Focus: Central /Eastern Washington Alliance of Braver Angels This is a monthly discussion meeting and each month features a new topic and format. All are welcome and you can sign up for our local Mailchimp list by clicking the link below. Zoom links are sent out one week before the meeting. | 4 events,Local Focus: Indiana focus, all are welcome Weekly meeting of the SCIN BA Lunch group. All BA members/subscribers are welcome to join us for discussion on a variety of topics. Participation in previous BA workshops is encouraged! - Monthly Alliance Meeting ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org - As a follow-up to last month's conversation "Is Trump Making America Great Again?", we will discuss "What Makes America Great for You?" This is an opportunity not only to address issues of importance to you, but to identify underlying values and share personal stories that highlight what you cherish about being a US citizen or […] | 2 events, - 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. | 2 events, - 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 Immigration. The Braver Angels Common Ground Workshop brings together equal numbers of Conservatives and Liberals - Reds and Blues (4-8 of […] | |
1 event, Alliance/Members Meeting – Braver Angels’ Faith Caucus Monthly Fellowship (Other/Braver Faith) | 3 events, Featured - Featured Join Braver Angels to debate. About this event Join Braver Angels for a debate on the topic – "Resolved: Defend DEI." 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 experienced and […] - * Local Focus: Eugene/Springfield Area, OR Local Alliance Meeting | 3 events,A moderated, lunchtime discussion on current events with Braver Angels members who fall all along the political spectrum. - Our April discussion focuses on the rise of populism: what is it and why is it rising around the world? Please watch all three pieces in advance: 1. The Rise of Populism (7 mins) - to watch it, click here, then scroll down until you see the video “The Rise of Populism.” 2. Why Right-Wing […] | 2 events,Local Focus: Indiana focus, all are welcome Weekly meeting of the SCIN BA Lunch group. All BA members/subscribers are welcome to join us for discussion on a variety of topics. Participation in previous BA workshops is encouraged! | 3 events,* Restricted Attendance: Braver Angels members only Monthly office hours to ask Elizabeth Doll and other Braver Politics volunteers your questions and connect about what work is ongoing. - Local Focus: Wyoming and Montana 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 Immigration. The Braver Angels Common Ground Workshop brings together equal numbers of Conservatives and Liberals - […] - 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 to regard our own side […] | 3 events, - It's Sunday afternoon in the parlor, and time for Braver Games. Braver Games employ gaming techniques to educate and practice Braver Angels skills and core principles, where humor and game structure can be a great help to break through the tension of political conversations. Experience the impact, you'll be wanting to come back for more! […] - Panel discussion featuring experts and audience interaction ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org - Restricted Attendance: Moderated discussion will follow Braver Angels guidelines Discussion of a national political issue | |
1 event, - Tariffs: What's the Story, Good or Bad? ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org | 2 events,* Local Focus: Southeastern Michigan Skill building & event planning. Online or in-person @ St. George, 801 E. Commerce, Milford, MI. ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org - Public Democracy Los Angeles (PDLA) is a coalition dedicated to making LA’s governance more equitable, representative, and responsive. We advocate for civic assemblies—a proven democratic process that brings everyday people together to tackle the city’s most pressing challenges, such as homelessness, fire response strategies, and immigration. Used worldwide in countries like Ireland, Canada, and France, […] | 1 event,A moderated, lunchtime discussion on current events with Braver Angels members who fall all along the political spectrum. | 2 events, Featured - Featured Join Braver Angels to debate. About this event Join Braver Angels for a debate on the topic – "Resolved: President Trump is Making America Great Again." 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 […] Local Focus: Indiana focus, all are welcome Weekly meeting of the SCIN BA Lunch group. All BA members/subscribers are welcome to join us for discussion on a variety of topics. Participation in previous BA workshops is encouraged! | 0 events, | 2 events, - This 90 minute interactive session teaches the Braver Angels Music method of songwriting and co-writing to bridge divides. This session is a combination of creative exercises, discussions, song sharing and educational content. This experience is for participants of all skill levels and songwriting experience. Participation requires taking the Braver Angels "Depolarizing Within" e-course, in-person or […] - Take a deep dive into how colliding worldviews separate us, how our brains trick us into seeing those that disagree with us as enemies, and how these very same brains can create new constructs in which "they" become part of "us." Join us to discuss strategies for gaining emotional control, reframing difficult conversations, and building […] | 0 events, |