Braver Politics heads to Colorado
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There's gold in them there hills! The Adolph Coors Foundation has awarded Braver Politics a grant to fund three years of capacity-building, divide-spanning work in the Rocky Mountain State. Volunteers will expand the reach of our grassroots workshops, hold candidate debates, cultivate strategic partnerships, and help public officials communicate effectively across differences. Congrats, Braver Politics! Watch this space for more details.
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See you at the Exhibit Hall!
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Sign-up for tables at the Exhibit Hall at the 2026 Braver Angels National Convention is now open! This is a great opportunity for BA leaders and partners to showcase their work, network with attendees, and highlight their achievements throughout the entire convention. Tables are first-come, first-served, so click here to reserve your spot as soon as possible.
Who is eligible for a table? Braver Network Organizations, 2026 Convention Partners (Financial & Supporting), BA Alliances, Civic Scholars Council Members, and other BA working groups exhibiting special projects.
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Mental Health Forum open to all
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The monthly Mental Health Forum is usually for professionals only, but all are welcome at tonight's “Restorative Circles” talk. Led by Lou Zweier, blue-leaning Co-Chair of the Sonoma County BA alliance and a partner at the Authentic Leadership Center, this session explores how restorative processes work with conflict by creating connection, increasing mutual understanding, and facilitating problem-solving. Get an overview of the circles process and the dynamics of how and why it works; Q&A follows. Join us April 15, 8pm ET, by clicking here. Questions? pa...@braverangels.org.
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ONLINE EVENT CALENDAR
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Depolarizing Ourselves April 18 from 2-3:30pm ET
An abbreviated-- but useful!-- version of our Depolarizing Within classic.
Click here for details and sign-up.
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When the Going Gets Tough April 23 at 7pm ET
A workshop for experienced BA members looking to enhance their skills in a setting moderated for safety and depth of understanding. Requires some prior BA training.
Click here for details and sign-up.
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Crossing the Continental Divide April 25 from 11am-12:30pm ET
An interactive overview of BA principles, practices, and opportunities.
Click here for details and sign-up.
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Reflections on the Gettysburg Address May 7 from 8-9:15pm ET
On America's National Day of Prayer, join Braver Faith to reflect on Lincoln's speech and pray for healing.
Click here for details and sign-up.
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Tickets are free, donations help. Use promo code BRAVER during registration.
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DEBATE CALENDAR
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May National Debate May 5 from 8-10pm ET
The Red/Blue framework at BA-- still useful? or more trouble than it's worth? Join us to debate Resolved: The Red/Blue dichotomy is the best way to ensure viewpoint diversity at Braver Angels.
Click here for details and sign-up.
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Resolution Poll Help us crowdsource our resolutions for upcoming national debates! It only takes a minute to click here and take the poll.
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Our resolutions never represent Braver Angels' stance on any issue,
and we alternate between speeches for and against the resolution.
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WHAT SHE SAID
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“I’m basically fearless about conversations with anyone, regardless of their views.”
– Elizabeth Doll, Director, Braver Politics
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