We need you (yes, you!) - Braver Angels

We need you (yes, you!)

Have you heard about our Rise for America Campaign? For the next 100 days, we’re encouraging people from across the country to take action that will bring individuals and communities together in constructive dialogue to depolarize our nation.

There are many actions you can take. One of the most powerful is to attend a Depolarizing Within workshop – and bring someone to join you! Invite whomever you’d like – whether they’re your favorite person to talk politics with, or someone with whom you struggle to find common ground.

You, and the folks who attend with you, will become more aware of your own “inner polarizer,” understand how to be critical without demonizing or stereotyping, and learn how to intervene when conversations veer into contempt. Depolarizing our nation starts with depolarizing ourselves, so we’d love to see you there.

As we said, this work can only be driven by individuals on the ground, so that’s why we’re asking you (yes, you!) to commit to doing one action that will grow our movement.

Ready to take the leap to sign up?

  1. Head to braverangels.org/rise
  2. Commit to Action #2: Attend and Amplify a Braver Angels Depolarizing Within Workshop (or another one of your choice).
  3. Fill out the completion form to let us know this action has been taken.

We hear from people all the time asking, “How can I help?” This is our answer. This movement can only be successful if we, as individuals, decide to take the first step.

So will you join us, a team of volunteers who are working together towards civic renewal for the sake of our great country?

Sign up here.

I can’t wait to see your commitment come in!

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