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BRATTLEBORO—With the country in a political as well as a health crisis, and with the 2020 election promising to be one of the most divisive periods in our history, several national organizations have been stepping forward, seeking to help in healing the bitterness and rancor.One of these is Braver Angels, ...

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Happy National Volunteer Week!

04/17/2026 No Comments

Braver Angels is powered by volunteers: everyday people who believe they have a role in bringing out the best in our country. And seeing our volunteers in action—giving their time and energy to bring together individuals who never dreamed they’d be in a room together—has buoyed me through all the political uncertainty.