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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260216T190000
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DTSTAMP:20260224T132437
CREATED:20260111T220027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T213533Z
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SUMMARY:Meet and Interact with Braver Angels CEO\, Maury Giles
DESCRIPTION:Braver Angels works to build constructive conversations across divides. Maury Giles\, our new CEO of Braver Angels\, is traveling the country to engage directly with community members\, local alliances\, and to hear their stories and learn from their work on the ground. This event is designed to strengthen relationships\, surface local insight\, encourage co-creation within the movement\, and inspire momentum into our next chapter.\n \n** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org
URL:https://braverangels.org/event/meet-and-interact-with-braver-angels-ceo-maury-giles/
LOCATION:Irvine Ranch Water District Community Center\, 15500 Sand Canyon Ave\, Irvine\, CA\, 92618\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="Susan Rico":MAILTO:srico@braverangels.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260216T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260216T200000
DTSTAMP:20260224T132437
CREATED:20260118T193735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260118T193735Z
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SUMMARY:Braver Angels Day at the Capitol
DESCRIPTION:Local Focus: Oregon \nPairs of Braver Angels will meet with state legislators to inform them about who Braver Angels are\, what the Oregon Rural/Urban Project is\, why they should care\, and how they can join the bipartisan caucuses in the House and Senate. We aim to raise name recognition and credibility of the Braver Angels brand in Oregon. This event is sponsored by ORUP (the Oregon Rural/Urban Project)\, but has implications for everyone in the state. After bipartisan relationships are built\, Braver Politics will work with the legislators in workshops designed to help with depolarized communication with each other as well as their constituents. This is cutting edge work; Oregon is leading the way! \n** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org
URL:https://braverangels.org/event/braver-angels-day-at-the-capitol/
LOCATION:Oregon State Capitol\, 900 Court St NE\, Salem\, OR\, 97301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="Elizabeth Christensen":MAILTO:echristensen@braverangels.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260215T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260215T153000
DTSTAMP:20260224T132437
CREATED:20260117T210546Z
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SUMMARY:Skills for Disagreeing Better
DESCRIPTION:Local Focus: South Shore Tampa Bay Area \nNote: This event is to be attended in person. \nIn 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 as principled and the other side as self-interested. \nWhen we try to communicate across this gap\, we often lack the skills for listening carefully\, looking for common ground\, and sharing our perspectives in ways that connect rather than create more misunderstanding. \nWe can learn to disagree better in polarized times\, which means accurately seeing where we differ and where we share common ground. \nGoals \n\nMore understanding of the values and concerns of people who differ from you politically\nBetter skills for listening in a way so that the other person feels heard\nBetter skills for sharing viewpoints in a way the other person might hear — even if they disagree\n\nThis workshop is a free event brought to you by Braver Angels as part of our mission to depolarize America. Braver Angels is a 501(c)(3) non-profit. We invite you to consider a gift to Braver Angels; all donations are tax-deductible.  Your support will allow us to offer more workshops and debates with the ultimate goal of uniting America. Click here to donate. \n** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org
URL:https://braverangels.org/event/skills-for-disagreeing-better-118/
LOCATION:Firehouse Cultural Center Annex\, 305 N US Hwy 41\, Ruskin\, FL\, 33570\, United States
CATEGORIES:Skills for Disagreeing Better
ORGANIZER;CN="Pat Maher":MAILTO:pmaher@braverangels.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260214T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260214T153000
DTSTAMP:20260224T132437
CREATED:20260128T222334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T222334Z
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SUMMARY:Skills for Disagreeing Better
DESCRIPTION:Note: This event is to be attended online. \nIn 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 as principled and the other side as self-interested. \nWhen we try to communicate across this gap\, we often lack the skills for listening carefully\, looking for common ground\, and sharing our perspectives in ways that connect rather than create more misunderstanding. \nWe can learn to disagree better in polarized times\, which means accurately seeing where we differ and where we share common ground. \nGoals \n\nMore understanding of the values and concerns of people who differ from you politically\nBetter skills for listening in a way so that the other person feels heard\nBetter skills for sharing viewpoints in a way the other person might hear — even if they disagree\n\nThis workshop is a free event brought to you by Braver Angels as part of our mission to depolarize America. Braver Angels is a 501(c)(3) non-profit. We invite you to consider a gift to Braver Angels; all donations are tax deductible.  Your support will allow us to offer more workshops and debates with the ultimate goal of uniting America. Click here to donate. \n** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org
URL:https://braverangels.org/event/skills-for-disagreeing-better-123/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Skills for Disagreeing Better
ORGANIZER;CN="Brady Young":MAILTO:byoung@braverangels.org
GEO:35.9530958;-78.9571069
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260214T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260214T113000
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SUMMARY:Discussion topic:  Who’s Accountable for the Economy and to Whom?
DESCRIPTION:Inflation\, wages\, and the shrinking middle in an age of permanent crisis\nAmericans are often told the economy is “strong\,” yet many households feel increasing strain. Rising prices\, healthcare costs\, housing shortages\, child care expenses\, and labor gaps tied to immigration raise difficult questions about responsibility and accountability. This forum will explore—not debate slogans—how market forces\, public policy\, institutions\, and civic choices interact\, and where shared responsibility lies. \nWhat We’ll Explore\n• Inflation and cost pressures\n• Wages\, productivity\, and the middle class\n• Healthcare affordability\n• Housing and child care\n• SNAP and healthy incentives\n• Immigration and labor shortages\n• Evidence-based\, common-ground solutions\nThis discussion is designed to be civil\, fact-informed\, and participatory\, welcoming a range of perspectives. Our aim is clarity\, not blame and practical insight\, not ideology.\nWe hope you’ll join us\, whether in-person or online.
URL:https://braverangels.org/event/discussion-topic-whos-accountable-for-the-economy-and-to-whom/
LOCATION:Ames Public Library – Board Room\, 515 Douglas Avenue\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="Ron McFarland":MAILTO:rmcfarland@braverangels.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260214T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260214T110000
DTSTAMP:20260224T132437
CREATED:20260109T224305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T135522Z
UID:10007773-1771061400-1771066800@braverangels.org
SUMMARY:Northern Front Range Alliance Members Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Tackling Wicked Problems in our Communities: How to Build Local Capacity through Deliberative Engagement and Courageous Citizenship \nPresented by Martín Carcasson\, Ph.D.\, a professor in the Communication Studies department of Colorado State University and the founder and director of the CSU Center for Public Deliberation (CPD).
URL:https://braverangels.org/event/northern-front-range-alliance-members-meeting/
LOCATION:Lory Student Center at CSU\, 1101 Center Avenue Mall - Room 372\, Fort Collins\, 80521\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information meeting,Members Only
ORGANIZER;CN="Nicole Rivers":MAILTO:nrivers@braverangels.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T203000
DTSTAMP:20260224T132437
CREATED:20260131T185004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260131T185004Z
UID:10007896-1770917400-1770928200@braverangels.org
SUMMARY:Braver Angels DC Alliance Social
DESCRIPTION:Local Focus: Washington\, DC\nJoin us for a social gathering with the DC Braver Angels Alliance.
URL:https://braverangels.org/event/braver-angels-dc-alliance-social/
LOCATION:The Admiral\, 1 Dupont Cir NW #420\, Washington\, DC\, 20036\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="dc-coordinators@braverangels.org":MAILTO:dc-coordinators@braverangels.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T140000
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CREATED:20260105T193051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T193051Z
UID:10007674-1770897600-1770904800@braverangels.org
SUMMARY:SCIN BA Lunch Group (2026)
DESCRIPTION:** Local Focus: Indiana focus. All BA members and subscribers are welcome.\n \nWeekly discussion meeting of the SCIN BA Lunch group. All BA members/subscribers are welcome to join us for a discussion on a variety of topics. Participation in previous BA workshops is encouraged!
URL:https://braverangels.org/event/scin-ba-lunch-group-2026/2026-02-12/
LOCATION:Online US\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="Vanessa Roberts":MAILTO:vroberts@braverangels.org
GEO:37.09024;-95.712891
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T213000
DTSTAMP:20260224T132437
CREATED:20260121T191318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T173757Z
UID:10007865-1770840000-1770845400@braverangels.org
SUMMARY:National Film Club discussion of Artificial Intelligence (AI)
DESCRIPTION:At this event\, the Braver Angels Film Club invites you to delve into the exciting\, dismaying\, confusing world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) with a broad collection of videos on the topic.  \nFirst is a collection of reports by CBS News’ 60 Minutes\, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KpOcUrPdx-4&t=3s about an hour and 20 minutes.  \nNext is an interview of the “godfather of AI”\, Geoffrey Hinton https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qrvK_KuIeJk about 13 minutes.  \nFinally is a BBC story of a study on how AI might destroy humanity https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1UufaK3pQMg about 8 minutes. Are we seeing the same risks and opportunities or are we too divided to respond to this? \nWatch these videos on your own and join us on February 11 at 8pm ET to discuss this important subject\, made richer by the wide variety of viewpoints that participants hold. \nWe choose videos that address social\, political\, or cultural issues that are relevant to society today. They may highlight liberal-leaning\, conservative-leaning\, or independent themes\, or feature actors or directors from opposite sides of the political spectrum. \nBe sure to watch the videos before we meet on Zoom to discuss them! \n“The discussion(s) of these videos and their inclusion on the Braver Angels website does not imply promotion of the subject matter or personages involved in the creation of said videos.  The opinions expressed are those of the videos’ creators.” \n** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org
URL:https://braverangels.org/event/national-film-club-discussion-of-artificial-intelligence-ai/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Film Discussion
ORGANIZER;CN="Ivan Kaisan":MAILTO:ikaisan@braverangels.org
GEO:35.9530958;-78.9571069
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260211T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260211T203000
DTSTAMP:20260224T132437
CREATED:20250319T214914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T214914Z
UID:10006499-1770836400-1770841800@braverangels.org
SUMMARY:Alliance/Members Meeting - Idaho State Alliance Monthly Meeting (ID - State)
DESCRIPTION: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
URL:https://braverangels.org/event/alliancemembers-2025-04-09/2026-02-11/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Information meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="Rob Hanson":MAILTO:rhanson@braverangels.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260211T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260211T190000
DTSTAMP:20260224T132437
CREATED:20251214T204433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251214T204434Z
UID:10006771-1770829200-1770836400@braverangels.org
SUMMARY:Monthly PDX Depolarization Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Join us at this monthly gathering 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 with your patronage. This event is open to everyone and there is no registration needed\, simply show up! \n** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to media@braverangels.org
URL:https://braverangels.org/event/monthly-pdx-depolarization-gathering-3-2/2026-02-11/
LOCATION:Montavilla Church\, 9204 SE Hawthorne Blvd\, Portland\, OR\, 97216\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="Darren McCormick":MAILTO:dmccormick@braverangels.org
GEO:45.511842;-122.5687539
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260211T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260211T190000
DTSTAMP:20260224T132437
CREATED:20251026T232156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260201T212013Z
UID:10007917-1770829200-1770836400@braverangels.org
SUMMARY:Portland Metro BA Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Local Focus: Portland\, Oregon\n \nMonthly Discussion Meeting for Braver Angels Portland Metro\n\n** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org
URL:https://braverangels.org/event/portland-metro-ba-monthly-meeting/2026-02-11/
LOCATION:Montavilla Church\, 9204 SE Hawthorne Blvd\, Portland\, OR\, 97216\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="Sam Hines":MAILTO:shines@braverangels.org
GEO:45.511842;-122.5687539
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260211T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260211T180000
DTSTAMP:20260224T132437
CREATED:20251121T020652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T202821Z
UID:10007580-1770825600-1770832800@braverangels.org
SUMMARY:Depolarizing Conversations with Braver Angels
DESCRIPTION:Casual\, yet structured\, conversations in which you can bring up your hottest political topics and practice the skills we need to have civil conversations about them. \n** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org
URL:https://braverangels.org/event/depolarizing-conversations-with-braver-angels-3/
LOCATION:Beaverton City Library Cathy Stanton Conf. Room\, 12375 SW Fifth St\, Beaverton\, OR\, 97005\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="Sue Staehli":MAILTO:sstaehli@braverangels.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T213000
DTSTAMP:20260224T132437
CREATED:20251219T001836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T135044Z
UID:10007641-1770753600-1770759000@braverangels.org
SUMMARY:February 2026 Debate Chair Forum
DESCRIPTION:Are you a Braver Angels Debate Chair or Chair-in-Training? If so\, join us for the next Braver Angels Debate Chair Forum. This space will be an opportunity for Debate Chairs and Chairs-in-Training to connect and learn from one another and other BA leaders!
URL:https://braverangels.org/event/february-2026-debate-chair-forum/
LOCATION:Online US\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="debates@braverangels.org":MAILTO:debates@braverangels.org
GEO:37.09024;-95.712891
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T211500
DTSTAMP:20260224T132437
CREATED:20260128T135228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T135229Z
UID:10007728-1770753600-1770758100@braverangels.org
SUMMARY:Michigan Monthly Virtual Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Restricted Attendance: All Michigan residents welcomed\nLocal Focus: Michigan Residents \nThis is a series of monthly gatherings for Braver Angels members of Michigan\, and the public\, previously known as the Virtual Alliance meeting. We’ll be meeting to connect with one another for conversation and to help each other with our own depolarization efforts. \n** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org
URL:https://braverangels.org/event/michigan-monthly-virtual-gathering-3-2/2026-02-10/
LOCATION:Online US\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Hilary Young":MAILTO:hyoung@braverangels.org
GEO:37.09024;-95.712891
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T210000
DTSTAMP:20260224T132437
CREATED:20260201T214247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260201T214247Z
UID:10007928-1770750000-1770757200@braverangels.org
SUMMARY:What would you convey to your Congressman about Minnesota?
DESCRIPTION:Local Focus: Northern Virginia\, DC\, Montgomery County MD \nThe situation in Minnesota has become a notable crossover issue between progressives\, libertarians\, and mainstream conservatives who are increasingly uncomfortable with the federal government’s tactics. What would you convey to your Congressman about Minnesota? \n** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org
URL:https://braverangels.org/event/what-would-you-convey-to-your-congressman-about-minnesota/
LOCATION:McLean Governmental Center\, 1437 Balls Hill Rd.\, McLean\, VA\, 22101
CATEGORIES:Information meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="Gary Levine":MAILTO:glevine@braverangels.org
GEO:38.9326984;-77.1984865
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T210000
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CREATED:20260125T200928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T184921Z
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SUMMARY:Central Ohio Alliance Meeting - If you had your way\, what would America look like?
DESCRIPTION:Local Focus: Central Ohio\n** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org
URL:https://braverangels.org/event/central-ohio-alliance-meeting-if-you-had-your-way-what-would-america-look-like/
LOCATION:First Community Church\, 3777 Dublin Rd.\, Columbus\, OH\, 43221\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Nancy Miranda":MAILTO:nmiranda@braverangels.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260210T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260210T203000
DTSTAMP:20260224T132437
CREATED:20260211T045724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T050350Z
UID:10003214-1770750000-1770755400@braverangels.org
SUMMARY:Washington State Welcomes Those New To Braver Angels
DESCRIPTION:This welcome social has been rescheduled from Feb 10th to Feb 17th. \nJoin 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 rooms\, discussing a general topic\, or Q and A. Please join us in welcoming new members and invite a friend.
URL:https://braverangels.org/event/washington-state-welcome-social-2023-04-10-2023-12-12-2024-02-13-2-2/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Information meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="Yvonne Boyd":MAILTO:yboyd@braverangels.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260210T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260210T203000
DTSTAMP:20260224T132437
CREATED:20260119T161922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260119T182445Z
UID:10007855-1770750000-1770755400@braverangels.org
SUMMARY:Depolarizing Ourselves with Bill Doherty - In-Person event
DESCRIPTION:** Local Focus: MN\n \nNote: This free* event is to be attended in person in Apple Valley\, MN 55124. \nAbout this event\nPolarization is fueled by how we talk about those on the other side of an issue. Too often\, we ridicule\, dismiss\, or stereotype our fellow citizens. When Braver Angels addresses “polarization\,” we are not referring to healthy disagreements over issues or philosophy. We are addressing how we regard and talk about large groups of people — people who happen to be on the other side of the political aisle. \nGoals\nIn this 1.5 hour session participants will learn: \n\nHow to be more aware of their own “inner polarizer”\nHow to be critical without demonizing\, dismissing or stereotyping large swaths of the population\n\nWho Can Attend?\nAnyone interested in examining their own inner polarization and learning strategies to disagree without condemning or ridiculing others. \n*Tickets are Free\, Donations Help As a spam prevention measure\, you must use promo code BRAVER during registration to secure your spot in the workshop. Donations beyond the free ticket support Braver Angels\, 501(c)3. Braver Angels does not ask for a donation if the participant is making one to their faith organization.
URL:https://braverangels.org/event/depolarizing-ourselves-20/
LOCATION:Falcon Ridge Middle School\, 12900 Johnny Cake Ridge Rd\, Apple Valley\, MN\, 55124\, United States
CATEGORIES:Depolarizing Ourselves
ORGANIZER;CN="Kraig Finwall":MAILTO:kfinwall@braverangels.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260210T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260210T203000
DTSTAMP:20260224T132437
CREATED:20260119T161046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260119T181749Z
UID:10007854-1770750000-1770755400@braverangels.org
SUMMARY:Depolarizing Ourselves with Bill Doherty - Live Stream Event
DESCRIPTION:Note: This event is live-stream of the mini-workshop “Depolarizing Ourselves”.  You will attend this event on Zoom. \nBraver Angels Co-Founder\, Bill Doherty will be presenting this event in person\, and it will be streamed live for those who attend via Zoom. Please note that Zoom attendees will move into breakout groups for the activities\, and Bill will be interacting with the in-person attendees only. \nAbout this event\nPolarization is fueled by how we talk about those on the other side of an issue. Too often\, we ridicule\, dismiss\, or stereotype our fellow citizens. When Braver Angels addresses “polarization\,” we are not referring to healthy disagreements over issues or philosophy. We are addressing how we regard and talk about large groups of people — people who happen to be on the other side of the political aisle. \nGoals\nIn this 1.5-hour session\, participants will learn: \n\nHow to be more aware of their own “inner polarizer”\nHow to be critical without demonizing\, dismissing\, or stereotyping large swaths of the population\n\nWho Can Attend?\nAnyone interested in examining their own inner polarization and learning strategies to disagree without condemning or ridiculing others. \n*Tickets are Free\, Donations Help As a spam prevention measure\, you must use promo code BRAVER during registration to secure your spot in the workshop. Donations beyond the free ticket support Braver Angels\, 501(c)3. Braver Angels does not ask for a donation if the participant is making one to their faith organization.
URL:https://braverangels.org/event/depolarizing-ourselves-19/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Depolarizing Ourselves
ORGANIZER;CN="Kraig Finwall":MAILTO:kfinwall@braverangels.org
GEO:35.9530958;-78.9571069
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T200000
DTSTAMP:20260224T132437
CREATED:20260124T164137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260124T164137Z
UID:10007873-1770746400-1770753600@braverangels.org
SUMMARY:Respectful Exchange of Ideas - "Where should Government fit in our Education System?"
DESCRIPTION:Come participate in a respectful exchange of ideas with fellow members of your community \n** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org
URL:https://braverangels.org/event/respectful-exchange-of-ideas-where-should-government-fit-in-our-education-system/
LOCATION:Nir Family YMCA\, 2710 Market St\, Wilmington\, NC\, 28405\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="Alex Crowley":MAILTO:alex.crowley14@gmail.com
GEO:34.2378196;-77.9111543
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Nir Family YMCA 2710 Market St Wilmington NC 28405 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2710 Market St:geo:-77.9111543,34.2378196
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260210T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260210T193000
DTSTAMP:20260224T132437
CREATED:20260113T235328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T235328Z
UID:10007788-1770746400-1770751800@braverangels.org
SUMMARY:Moderated Discussion: Military Involvement in Law Enforcement
DESCRIPTION:How we are policed—how and by whom our laws are enforced—should be of interest to every citizen. You are invited to attend an in-person discussion about the involvement of the military (regular and National Guard) in law enforcement\, and the militarization of local law enforcement. Panelists with experience in law enforcement\, the military\, and military law will help guide the discussion and provide expertise in understanding the often complex legal\, policy\, and practical issues that arise when military strength is deployed to ensure that civilians obey the law. \nThis free event will be held on Tuesday\, February 10\, from 6:00 – 7:30 pm in the Cottonwood Room\, Laramie County Library. Cookies and water will be provided.  \nPlease register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/moderated-discussion-military-involvement-in-law-enforcement-registration-1980301457969?aff=oddtdtcreator&discount=BRAVER. Use code BRAVER to get your free ticket. \n** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org
URL:https://braverangels.org/event/moderated-discussion-military-involvement-in-law-enforcement/
LOCATION:Laramie County Library\, Cottonwood Room\, Pioneer Avenue 2200\, Cheyenne\, WY\, 82001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="tbrantley@braverangels.org":MAILTO:tbrantley@braverangels.org
GEO:41.1374046;-104.8218075
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Laramie County Library Cottonwood Room Pioneer Avenue 2200 Cheyenne WY 82001 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Pioneer Avenue 2200:geo:-104.8218075,41.1374046
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T134500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T144500
DTSTAMP:20260224T132437
CREATED:20260127T204036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T204036Z
UID:10007884-1770731100-1770734700@braverangels.org
SUMMARY:Skills for Challenging Conversations – LAPP Skills for Teens (Part 2)
DESCRIPTION:Restricted Attendance: Riverdale Country School Selected Participants\n \nThis Braver Angels workshop gives participants an opportunity to learn and practice effective listening and speaking skills when facing controversial issues in their lives—with teachers\, principals\, peers\, roommates\, employers\, and relatives. These are especially helpful during these polarized times. \nParticipants will learn and practice: \n\nHow to disagree with others without demonizing\, dismissing\, or stereotyping large segments of our nation’s population or members of your community\nListen to understand\nSpeak in ways others will want to hear and be heard\nAffirm the importance of building relationships\nFeel safe to practice those skills\nLearn to take a “LAPP” = Listen\, Acknowledge\, Pivot\, and (give your) Perspective\n\nFor a brief overview of the LAPP Skills\, watch the following 5-minute video: \nSharing my perspective in a way others can hear – ‘Braver Angels’ LAPP \nThis workshop is a free event brought to you by Braver Angels as part of our mission to depolarize America. Braver Angels is a 501(c)(3) non-profit. We invite you to consider a gift to Braver Angels; all donations are tax-deductible.  Your support will allow us to offer more workshops and debates with the ultimate goal of uniting America. Click here to donate.
URL:https://braverangels.org/event/skills-for-challenging-conversations-lapp-skills-for-teens-part-2/
LOCATION:Riverdale Country School\, 5250 Fieldston Rd\, Bronx\, NY\, 10471\, United States
CATEGORIES:Members Only,Skills for Bridging the Divide Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Robert Weintraub":MAILTO:rsweintraub@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260209T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260209T203000
DTSTAMP:20260224T132437
CREATED:20260124T234949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260124T235033Z
UID:10007878-1770663600-1770669000@braverangels.org
SUMMARY:Greater Cincinnati Alliance Meeting - February 2026
DESCRIPTION:WALK A MILE IN MY NEWS\nThe media is not incentivized to reflect reality. It’s designed for attention\, not accuracy. It targets specific audiences and creates affirming echo chambers.\nAt our next Braver Angels Alliance gathering we’ll understand how media and social media actively contribute to today’s polarization. We’ll explore the potential bias in our own news sources and how our media choices impact us. \nWHY ATTEND?\n– Hear different perspectives without pressure to change your mind\n– Understand someone else’s information landscape\n– Sharpen your own arguments and deepen your understanding\n– Learn to identify the bias of your news source \nWhether you’re passionate\, skeptical\, or simply curious\, your voice matters. Be part of the solution.
URL:https://braverangels.org/event/greater-cincinnati-alliance-meeting-february-2026/
LOCATION:Hyde Park Community United Methodist Church\, 1345 Grace Avenue\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45208\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="Robyn Brands":MAILTO:rbrands@braverangels.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260209T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260209T200000
DTSTAMP:20260224T132437
CREATED:20260127T215651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T215651Z
UID:10007886-1770663600-1770667200@braverangels.org
SUMMARY:Tips for Success: Day at the Capitol!
DESCRIPTION:This meeting\, hosted by Braver Politics Director Elizabeth Doll\, is all about how to make the most of the 15 minutes you have with your legislator when participating in a Braver Angels’ Day at the Capitol.
URL:https://braverangels.org/event/tips-for-success-day-at-the-capitol/
LOCATION:Online US\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information meeting,Members Only
ORGANIZER;CN="Elizabeth Christensen":MAILTO:echristensen@braverangels.org
GEO:37.09024;-95.712891
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260209T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260209T200000
DTSTAMP:20260224T132437
CREATED:20260109T222831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T222831Z
UID:10007772-1770661800-1770667200@braverangels.org
SUMMARY:Braver Angels Documentary Showing
DESCRIPTION:** Local Focus: Glens Falls\, NY area\n \nJoin us to view and discuss the Braver Angels documentary\, “Reuniting America.” \n 
URL:https://braverangels.org/event/film-discussion-3/
LOCATION:Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Glens Falls\, 21 Weeks Road\, Queensbury\, NY\, 12804\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film Discussion
ORGANIZER;CN="Bruce France":MAILTO:bfrance@braverangels.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260209T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260209T200000
DTSTAMP:20260224T132437
CREATED:20260114T224339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T224339Z
UID:10007830-1770660000-1770667200@braverangels.org
SUMMARY:What Did We Learn from the Parties?
DESCRIPTION:* Local Focus: Minnesota\n \nLet’s talk about what we learned from Minnesota Republican Chair Alex Pleschash and DFL Executive Director Jim Heighington\, who explained their respective party’s positions. Braver Angels members at the January 5 meeting obtained answers from these two political competitors. Part of our discussion will include whether any of us altered our viewpoints on the discussed topics. \nTime will be scheduled to write our legislators on these topics or any other pressing issue that we individually have strong opinions on. \nIf you didn’t attend the January 5 meeting\, we’d still love you to come as you’ll hear various viewpoints and takeaways. \nRegistration is appreciated but not required.
URL:https://braverangels.org/event/what-did-we-learn-from-the-parties/
LOCATION:Ridgedale Library Room 174\, 12601 Ridgedale Dr\, Minnetonka\, MN\, 55305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="Bruce Pomerantz":MAILTO:bpomerantz@braverangels.org
GEO:44.9645042;-93.4402564
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Ridgedale Library Room 174 12601 Ridgedale Dr Minnetonka MN 55305 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=12601 Ridgedale Dr:geo:-93.4402564,44.9645042
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260208T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260208T174500
DTSTAMP:20260224T132437
CREATED:20260131T183722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260131T183722Z
UID:10007895-1770566400-1770572700@braverangels.org
SUMMARY:Braver Angels Movie Viewing
DESCRIPTION:Local Focus: Montgomery County \nMovie Viewing with Q&A – How to Heal America\, the Braver Angels Movie \n\n** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org \n 
URL:https://braverangels.org/event/braver-angels-movie-viewing/
LOCATION:Olney Library\, 3500 Olney Laytonsville Rd\, Olney\, MD\, 20832\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film Discussion
ORGANIZER;CN="Susan Milner":MAILTO:susanmilner1969@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260207T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260207T180000
DTSTAMP:20260224T132437
CREATED:20260127T212547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T212547Z
UID:10007885-1770480000-1770487200@braverangels.org
SUMMARY:Challenging Red–Blue Stereotypes: From Problems to Solutions
DESCRIPTION:* Local Focus: Orange County\, CA \nIn a time of deep political polarization\, it’s easy to fall into the trap of assuming the worst about “the other side.” This event invites people from across the political spectrum to come together for an honest\, respectful conversation that aims to challenge common stereotypes\, uncover shared values\, and promote understanding—not conversion. \nHosted in the spirit of curiosity over combat\, the discussion will explore the myths we carry about people with opposing political views and offer space for participants to listen\, reflect\, and speak openly without fear of judgment. \nWhether you lean red\, blue\, or somewhere in between\, you’re welcome.\n \nCome with curiosity. Leave with perspective. \nLocation:\nIf you are new to this location please use this map link or you will get lost. We are not at the main IRWD office but the adjacent Community Room Building attached to the Clinic. Google maps gets you close but does not help you find the front doors. \nThe IRWD Community Meeting Room* Addr is 15500 Sand Canyon Ave.\, Irvine. Here is the map link. \nIRWD Community Meeting Room* Map https://bit.ly/ocddirwd1 \nFeel free to bring your dinner or snacks. Come early to grab a table spot. Full kitchen with frig and microwave available if needed. \nQuestions? PM me on Meetup or find me on LinkedIn \n*“Irvine Ranch Water District makes its facilities available for use by residents and nonprofit organizations merely as a public service\, but does not\, by allowing this use\, endorse or support the purpose of the event or its sponsor.” \n** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org
URL:https://braverangels.org/event/challenging-red-blue-stereotypes-from-problems-to-solutions/
LOCATION:Irvine Ranch Water District – Community Meeting Room\, 15500 Sand Canyon Ave\, Irvine\, CA\, 92618\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Rhett Kuseski":MAILTO:rkuseski@braverangels.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T170000
DTSTAMP:20260224T132437
CREATED:20251116T011010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251116T011010Z
UID:10007549-1770472800-1770483600@braverangels.org
SUMMARY:Depolarizing Within
DESCRIPTION:Much of today’s polarization is driven by how we talk with like-minded people about those on the other side. Too often\, we stereotype\, dismiss\, or ridicule our fellow citizens who support the other political party\, its leaders\, and its policies. \nThis free\, three-hour workshop teaches participants: \n\nHow to be more aware of their own “inner polarizer”\nHow to be critical without demonizing\, dismissing or stereotyping large swaths of the population\nStrategies for intervening constructively in social conversations with like-minded peers when these conversations veer into contempt and ridicule for people who hold other political views.\n\nWorkshop Format: The 3-hour workshop is offered online over Zoom. \nWho can come? Anyone interested in examining their own inner polarization and learning strategies to disagree without condemning or ridiculing others. \nSee you there! \nThis workshop is a free event brought to you by Braver Angels as part of our mission to depolarize America. Braver Angels is a 501(c)(3) non-profit. We invite you to consider a gift to Braver Angels; all donations are tax deductible.  Your support will allow us to offer more workshops and debates with the ultimate goal of uniting America. Click here to donate. \n** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org
URL:https://braverangels.org/event/depolarizing-within-82/
LOCATION:Online US\, United States
CATEGORIES:Depolarizing Within Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Abe Dana":MAILTO:adana@braverangels.org
GEO:37.09024;-95.712891
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