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Civic Health Project

@civichealthproj

3 years

🇺🇸We asked America Talks participants "What is your shared wish for our country?" From people on both the left and right we heard a wish for a society where we could move beyond our political bubbles and do our duty to heal, listen, and serve. #ListenFirst

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"You can fight on some things but if you fight on everything you don't have a country." - @VanJones68 . @the_reunited demonstrates you can be a partisan with your own political beliefs, and still work towards promoting a country of "we the people." #ReunitedStates

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@civichealthproj

3 years

Do you approach conversations with a political 'other' as a student learning something new? Or are you trying to figure out what say next (I will prove them wrong!)? Check out these tips to transform how you listen. Improve your relationships & conversations today! #ListenFirst

#ListenFirst Project

@ListenFirstProj

3 years

"Just because you feel like you’re listening, it doesn’t always mean you’re actively listening. Active listening calls for receiving information (visually), processing it, and then giving back to the speaker respectfully." #ListenFirst

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Civic Health Project

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America must change from an ‘I’ to a ‘we’ society. "What matters most is what we do locally. How we respond personally. That’s the only place real change will take hold.” How do you think we can move to a we society? #listenfirst

Essential Partners

@essentialprtnrs

3 years

“As a country, we’re only half of ourselves, and we are missing the richness of each other, of our regional diversity, our religious diversity, our ethnic diversity.”

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@civichealthproj

3 years

"If you want to humanize other people, you’ve got to get them into contact with each other." As summer comes to a close, we want to highlight the great work of @travelwithAEP . This year students traveled around the US to find common ground #listenfirst

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@civichealthproj

3 years

"Connect with our past, take action in the present, and shape the future." What's better than that? Join this year's #CivicSeason and find the perfect event for you. Check it out today!

Lincoln Democracy Institute

@LDIDemocracy

3 years

Dreaming of the weekend? Take a look at the Civic Season activities coming up to get involved!

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@civichealthproj

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Can we embrace a patriotism that means seeing the best in our fellow citizens? Maybe true patriots, even as they strongly disagree, try to see the best in each other — because they know that’s how we build a more bright and healthy America. @StartsWithUs

This July 4th, Can We Strive to See the Best In Each Other’s Views of America? - Starts With Us

Conflict makes our views of each other darker and more pessimistic, especially when it comes to patriotism — or the lack of it. To be clear: we can have rational reasons to be concerned about our...

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@civichealthproj

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Did you hear yesterday's @NPR Morning edition with @NPRinskeep on 'Can American democracy survive the pressure it's under?' We especially appreciated this clip from historian Allen Guelzo about an experience where he showed how to #DisagreeBetter with malice toward none.

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@civichealthproj

3 months

Amidst campus protests, @BridgeUSA_ is bringing students together. The goal isn’t centrism or “kumbaya nonsense,” but finding ways for even strong disagreements to be expressed without anyone being demonized, shouted down or violently attacked.

Far From the Protests, Some Students Try to Meet in the Middle

Gen Zers look for dialogue amid the acrimony; ‘a lot of us are scared.

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Civic Health Project

@civichealthproj

4 years

As America grapples with deepening ideological divides, how are we raising and educating younger people to understand, navigate, and ultimately help repair them? Join @AspenCitizen , @BridgeUSA_ , @openmindusa , @aep_travel , and @paulsolman to find out how.

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@civichealthproj

3 years

Wow! The first day of America Talks was exciting, humbling, & hopeful. We can't wait for Day 2. We are honored to sponsor your journey to Conversation Land, among other orgs such as @civicgenius , @AllSidesNow #ListenFirst .

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@civichealthproj

3 years

We are thrilled to learn about this collaboration between @braverangels and The Fund for American Studies, especially since one of our staff members is a @TFASorg alum. Learning how to simultaneously have passion and civility in a debate is critical at any age!

TFAS

@TFASorg

3 years

“I enjoyed the passionate and educated side of things coming together because I’m not used to getting that at my home university." #TFAS student Justin Holloman '21 shares his thoughts on the @braverangels debates this summer at . @goACTA

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2 years

Disagreement doesn't have to make us enemies. We have to set the stage for our children to live alongside each other in the next generation. Check out this great interview of @JohnRWoodJr of @braverangels on @FoxNews #ListenFirst

Americans find ways to signal resistance to culture war | Fox News Video

USA Today columnist John Wood Jr. discuss the nonprofit ‘Braver Angels’ that encourages American to ‘bridge partisan divide’ on ‘Fox News @ Night.’

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Civic Health Project

@civichealthproj

3 years

"Clearly...." "You always...." " Obviously...." Certain words are sure to spike the temperature when you are having a difficult conversation. Want to be more productive when finding common ground? Watch out for these red flags #ListenFirst

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@civichealthproj

3 years

Could students with ideologically divergent views really have a constructive conversation? College clubs such as @BridgeUSA_ are putting their model to the test and finding success. #ListenFirst

What College Students Really Think About Cancel Culture

Despite the common refrain from pundits, a grassroots movement is seeing politically divergent undergraduates come together for uncomfortable discussions.

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Civic Health Project

@civichealthproj

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@IngrahamAngle Laura, strong critiques are vital for democracy, but framing with such negativity (either from the left or right) doesn't lend itself to substantive discussion. Let's focus on constructive discourse, shared values. and policy discussions. What policies would you prioritize to

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Civic Health Project

@civichealthproj

4 years

A team of high school students has designed an election guide to help young people research elections in their state and ways to get involved. Join @icivics tonight for a webinar with these brilliant young people and find out how you can make a difference.

iCivics

@icivics

4 years

Learn about #iCivics ' new Students Power Elections Guide, designed by a team of high school students, on this free @sharemylesson webinar TONIGHT at 7:00pm EST: We will be joined by a student who helped us create the guide!

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@civichealthproj

3 years

This #4thofJuly have a conversation of substance. We are all a part of the shared tapestry that is America, so this weekend have a conversation with your family on what their wish is for America. You may be surprised and even find common ground #ListenFirst

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@civichealthproj

3 years

One Small Step from @StoryCorps believes in helping the country to see that it is our patriotic duty to see the humanity in people with whom we disagree. Learn more in this profile from @60Minutes . #ListenFirst

60 Minutes

@60Minutes

3 years

“There is a flame of good in you, whether you're liberal or whether you're conservative. And our job is to fan that flame until it becomes a roaring fire.” Dave Isay says he hopes to help people see the humanity in others with whom they disagree.

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@civichealthproj

4 years

Cities around the United States are joining in to #MakeAJoyfulNoise in support of health care and frontline workers. This is a beautiful example of #WeavingCommunity and the impact you can have. We truly are #InThisTogether .

Mara Curley

@MaraCurley

4 years

@SeattleArts thanks so much for giving me the opportunity to pick her up from her nursing shift and drive through the streets as people cheered and made noise for her and her coworkers. As you can tell, she was moved. #SeattleTogether #MakeAJoyfulNoise

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@civichealthproj

3 years

Based on 20 years of research, @CivicYouth outlines the importance of civic education to prepare the next generation to face the issues of today and tomorrow

CIRCLE

@CivicYouth

3 years

NEW: What should a strong, equitable civic education that prepares *all* young people for democracy look like? Based on 20 years of CIRCLE research, and on the work of many other scholars and practitioners, we lay out some guiding principles:

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Civic Health Project

@civichealthproj

4 years

“This is about solidarity, not charity ...We’ve always needed each other, but the truth is, a lot of people probably never would have met or talked to each other without this crisis.” Now that is #WeavingCommunity in action!

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@civichealthproj

3 years

Worried about politics at the #Thanksgiving dinner table? @openmindusa has a way to help! #listenfirst

The Village Square

@VillageSquareUS

3 years

Now that it's officially #Thanksgiving week our #1 to-do item is to take @openmindusa 's "Thanksgiving Conversation Simulator," an entertaining and enlightening glimpse of 3 science-backed strategies for those prickly conversations:

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Civic Health Project

@civichealthproj

4 years

Early in-person voting starts in Georgia today! One of our favorite nonpartisan efforts is @PizzaToThePolls , which delivers pizza to polling locations with long lines. Make democracy delicious today🍕

Pizza to the Polls

@PizzaToThePolls

4 years

Hey Georgia! In-person early voting starts today! We’ll be sending out pizzas to polling places all over the state. Report long lines so we can deliver the za!

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Civic Health Project

@civichealthproj

4 years

Too often, we hear people unwilling to have discussions with those who have different perspectives (even before they have met). So why can't we talk to one another anymore? Find out now with this Civic Health Project post hosted on @openmindusa

Constructive Dialogue Institute

@CDI_America

4 years

Why is it we can't seem to talk to one another anymore? Our partners at @civichealthproj explore -- and offer some resources to help you communicate across differences.

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@civichealthproj

3 years

"Talking with someone on the other side of the chasm doesn’t mean you’re going to decide they’re right. That’s not the point. The point is to find ways not to assume the worst about our fellow Americans. That can start with a single conversation." - @DeseretNews #ListenFirst

The Reunited States

@the_reunited

3 years

Column: Bridge the political divide in the valley, nationwide by talking to someone you don't agree with via @mydesert

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@civichealthproj

3 years

"I learned that my fear of those conversations was worse than the conversations themselves. I also found a profound level of fulfilment in identifying deeper common ground with people toward whom I assumed I’d feel enmity."- @ConvergenceCtr #ListenFirst

America Talks: How not to let fear isolate you from people with different opinions

Thousands of Americans this weekend will begin to reverse political sectarianism by speaking directly with people who don't share their viewpoints.

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@civichealthproj

6 months

A1: Our Founding Fathers didn’t agree on everything. They passionately fought about the things they disagreed on. However, they worked together to create our founding documents, and there is a lot to be learned about how we can #DisagreeBetter from America’s past #sschat

Civic Learning Week

@NationalCLW

6 months

Q1 (from @NewAmericanHist ): How does knowledge of the American past help us to think about important political and economic debates today? #sschat #CivicLearningWeek

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@civichealthproj

2 years

Follow along with Civic Health Project as we live tweet the Bridging Divides and Strengthening Democracy conference, hosted by @pascl_stanford , @StanfordPACS , @civichealthproj , and @ListenFirstProj , starting in 10 minutes! #listenfirst

Beyond Conflict

@Beyond_Conflict

2 years

Want to learn more about the results and implications of the Strengthening Democracy Challenge? Register now for a free, practitioner-focused convening with @pascl_stanford , @StanfordPACS , @civichealthproj , and @ListenFirstProj . ⏰ 9/29 12pm ET ➡️

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Civic Health Project

@civichealthproj

1 year

We love seeing these campus debates in action! @braverangels is doing fantastic work bringing opportunities to teach students how to disagree and argue better to campuses around the county.

Utah Gov. Spencer J. Cox

@GovCox

1 year

We need to learn how to disagree better. This principle was in action tonight @USUAggies @braverangels debate. The students’ ability to deliver well-thought-out arguments and respectfully debate should be an example to all of us!

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Civic Health Project

@civichealthproj

4 years

iCivics has been leading the conversation on the importance of civic education for a functioning democracy for the last 12 years. Thank you @louise_dube and @icivics for constantly finding innovative ways to guide the conversation around civic education and youth.

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Civic Health Project

@civichealthproj

3 years

One thing all Americans can rally behind: our Olympic athletes 🇺🇸 #StrongerTogether #TeamUSA

CSPAN

@cspan

3 years

. @SenatorRomney on #Tokyo2020 #OlympicGames : "While these games may look a little different this year we stand with #TeamUSA and will be cheering them on as they bring many medals back home."

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3 years

Americans are increasingly worried about toxic partisan polarization. So let's do something about it. Join us for America Talks, where thousands of Americans will have a conversation with someone from a different political background #ListenFirst 🇺🇸

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@civichealthproj

1 year

Having discussions with people you disagree with doesn't mean you have to compromise. In fact, it helps you practice articulating your views even more (and hey, maybe you will realize that that 'other' person is actually a human being too). #ListenFirst

BridgeUSA

@BridgeUSA_

1 year

Discussions give us the opportunity to make better cases for our own views! Really enjoyed this convo between @benshapiro and @AnaKasparian 👏

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Civic Health Project

@civichealthproj

2 years

Start your new year off by committing to having better conversations with others, even those you disagree with. @braverangels and @citizensclimate are partnering on a workshop to advance the depolarization of climate change discussions. Sign up today.

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@civichealthproj

3 years

A powerful call to action this #4thofJuly : "To love our country enough to love one another." Loving each other is hard work, sometimes it can even feel insurmountable, but as Americans we have a duty to work together to create a more perfect union #ListenFirst

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Civic Health Project

@civichealthproj

3 years

A truly bipartisan piece of legislation was introduced by 9 Democrats and 9 Republicans. Building civic bridges are critical for the future, and this step shows that elected officials are listening and taking an important leap. Thank you @RepDerekKilmer #ListenFirst

#ListenFirst Project

@ListenFirstProj

3 years

“Toxic polarization - the way we demonize each other across differences - is a grave threat to our families, communities and country. The resulting personal pain and national fear is increasing by the day.” -Pearce Godwin

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@civichealthproj

4 years

Yesterday’s NYT article from @nytdavidbrooks asks a very important question. How are you situated to serve? Share your acts of caring with #WeavingCommunity and join us in our mission to help Americans weave a stronger community in crisis. Read on at

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@civichealthproj

3 years

If one thing is for certain, it's that you will definitely be hearing more about Forward Party in the coming months. Learn more about the #forwardparty , founded by @AndrewYang , in the latest @braverangels podcast which asks questions from a red and blue perspective.

Braver Angels

@braverangels

3 years

Former presidential candidate @AndrewYang is launching the Forward Party: a third-party effort to depolarize our politics. Can it work? @SilasKulkarni & @JohnRWoodJr ask questions from a red and blue perspective in this episode of the BA Podcast.

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@civichealthproj

4 years

Life has looked a lot different in 2020, but this mailman is helping brighten a little girl's day by dancing when he brings her family the mail. Bridging divides starts small, but it makes all the difference. #WeavingCommunity

Rex Chapman🏇🏼

@RexChapman

4 years

The Coronavirus pandemic has been tough on us all. This will brighten your week. Humanity.🌎❤️

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@civichealthproj

3 years

"When you see a warm fuzzy story about a "left right" friendship, it's easy to think, "well, of course - anyone could do that if they're both moderate enough." But what about deeply passionate partisans? We love this spotlight on @JohnRWoodJr and @ciaranjoconnor of @braverangels

AllSides

@AllSidesNow

3 years

“They are not enemies but friends,” but boy, do they disagree. Read about how the odd couple of @JohnRWoodJr and @ciaranjoconnor accepted their differences, fostered a friendship and now work to help others do the same through @braverangels :

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@civichealthproj

2 months

Across the country, Americans are strengthening our civic fabric ahead of Election 2024. From grassroots activations to higher ed and beyond, every repairing stitch being sewn into our civic fabric, vastly increases the odds of holding together in the face of yet another highly

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@civichealthproj

4 years

The #WeavingCommunity movement goes international. As a sign of solidarity, the American flag was projected onto the Matterhorn last night. We are #InThisTogether

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@civichealthproj

3 years

🥳 How we feel now that America Talks is tomorrow? Show us how you feel 🎉 #ListenFirst

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@civichealthproj

5 years

We can't solve polarization by retreating into our corners. Engaging with our political and ideological "others" is uncomfortable, and can expose us to criticism from our own "tribes," but is necessary for our fragile democracy to be sustained.

Braver Angels

@braverangels

5 years

Ellen: "Just because I don't agree with someone on everything does not mean I'm not going to be friends with them. When I say be kind to one another, I don't mean only the people that think the same as you do, I mean be kind to everyone."

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@civichealthproj

10 months

Fed up with the state of our politics? @braverangels ' new website makes it easy to figure out how you can help overcome the bitterness of our partisan divide and lift up the country.

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Braver Angels is a citizens’ organization uniting red and blue Americans in a working alliance to depolarize America

braverangels.org

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@civichealthproj

2 years

Have you read this op-ed yet written by our CEO @kristinjhansen , @PearceGodwin of @ListenFirstProj , David Eisner of @ConvergenceCtr , and @BruceABond of @commongroundcom ? If you care about healing the divides of our nation, this is a must-read! #ListenFirst

Bruce Bond

@BruceABond

2 years

It's true! We agree on more than we think and there is hope! I partnered with @PearceGodwin , David Eisner & @kristinjhansen to shed some light on healing divides in our nation. Read our op-ed in @USATODAY here:

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@civichealthproj

1 year

We firming believe that film can be a fantastic vehicle for creating empathy and telling stories that provide an avenue for us to find common ground. @firststepmovie is no exception! Watch the film this week as part of #NationalWeekofConversation #ListenFirst

The First Step

@firststepmovie

1 year

The @FirstStepMovie highlights the power of meaningful connections across cultural and political lines to find common ground. WATCH #TheFirstStep today as part of the @ListenFirstProj #NationalWeekofConversation

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2 years

How does a divided society begin to repair itself during times of intense political polarization? CHP Executive Director @kristinjhansen weighs in, along with other Stanford Graduate School of Business faculty and alumni. #ListenFirst

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@civichealthproj

3 years

“You can find common ground with every human on earth if you take the time to listen, learn and ask questions.” Have you ever found common ground with someone unexpected? Let us know! Thanks @ideosinstitute for hosting the #nationaldayofdialouge .

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@civichealthproj

3 years

"We won't overcome our deepest divides until we can see the world through each other's eyes." We agree, check out this fantastic new op-ed from @NathanBomey to start your weekend off with some hope. We can all be bridge builders. #ListenFirst

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@civichealthproj

5 months

During this year's National Week of Conversation, Apr 15-21, be a hosting venue for the Better Together Film Festival! Learn more about this exciting and free opportunity to host a screening in your area. Let's help America #DisagreeBetter .

Better Together Film Festival brings Americans together April 15-21

/PRNewswire/ -- Throughout the week of April 15-21, 2024, as part of the seventh annual National Week of Conversation - community spaces across the country can...

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Civic Health Project

@civichealthproj

4 years

Have you ever intentionally "flipped your feed" by reading/listening to news sources outside of your comfort zone? @AllSidesNow created a great graphic showing the biases of different news sources across the political spectrum.

AllSides

@AllSidesNow

4 years

It's here! Version 2 of the AllSides Media Bias Chart features new sources and bias ratings. Easily identify different perspectives so you can avoid manipulation, get the full picture and think for yourself. Learn what's new on our blog: #MediaBiasChart

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@civichealthproj

5 years

Thanks for the shout out, @jonhaidt ... your work inspires and informs our efforts at Civic Health Project every day! We support interventions to depolarize the country & foster healthier civil discourse. Want to create a less polarized future? Step into our clinic!

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@civichealthproj

4 years

An important part of being an active citizen is a balanced media diet and expanding the type of coverage you see. How are you breaking out of your echo chamber and learning from others? #LetsGoThere

AllSides

@AllSidesNow

4 years

What is an online "echo chamber"? Are you caught in one? If so, how can you escape it? Get tips and advice for managing echo chambers in this episode of @ThePurpleConvo , featuring Dr. Patrick Casey (and a mention of AllSides!):

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@civichealthproj

3 years

Do you think young people care about polarization? The answer is yes, they do and they care a lot! 😲 @BridgeUSA_ , an organization created by young people for young people, is the proof of it.

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@civichealthproj

4 years

"We the undersigned will work separately for what each of us believes is right, but we will also work together to protect the land we all love." Have you signed the Letter to America from @braverangels ?

Braver Angels

@braverangels

4 years

"At a moment of danger in this era of divisiveness, We the American People come together to speak for the Union..." This is not a time for violence. This is a time for conviction. Sign our Letter to America. Help us keep the peace come election day.

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This weekend thousands of Americans took flight to heal our nation at America Talks, and the journey continues this week. Let’s get some replies with #ListenFirst to get our hashtag trending

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@civichealthproj

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Looking for something to do tonight? Watch @firststepmovie . Then next Thursday, join @braverangels for a discussion of the film during #NationalWeekofConversation #ListenFirst

Film Discussion - The First Step (BA National)

Watch a movie on your own, then attend a discussion of it made richer by the wide variety of viewpoints that participants hold.

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@civichealthproj

2 years

Can we overcome tribalism and cherish the American experiment together? On Constitution Day, 2 judges - appointed by opposing political parties - offer 4 specific suggestions for all of us.

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@civichealthproj

3 years

"Gen Z doesn't believe they have alternative options to the tribalism they see today. We need to do a better job of presenting bridging as the third option."- @BridgeUSA_

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@civichealthproj

2 years

Can a 3 minute and 26 second video reduce toxic polarization between Republicans and Democrats? A video intervention from @Beyond_Conflict is found to reduce partisan animosity, anti-democratic attitudes, and support for political violence #ListenFirst

Beyond Conflict

@Beyond_Conflict

2 years

Video intervention developed by Beyond Conflict & its research partners significantly reduced #politicalviolence , anti-democratic attitudes, & partisan animosity among Americans on a nationwide basis. Learn more about the intervention & its implications:

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Civic Health Project

@civichealthproj

3 years

Fantastic new post from @JohnRWoodJr of @braverangels . "It is only together that we will be able to bridge the patriotic divide." That's why thousands of Americans are gathering for 1-on-1 conversations across the divide. Will you join them? #ListenFirst

Braver Angels

@braverangels

3 years

"The work of unity is a patriotic endeavor. But it is incumbent upon those of us who would take up this cause to recognize that one source of the division that plagues us is the language of patriotism itself." The latest from @JohnRWoodJr

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Civic Health Project

@civichealthproj

10 months

Are you ready to escape toxic polarization? It starts with us! Learn more and start the challenge today at #ListenFirst

OverOvercoming Toxic Polarization Starts With Us

A 30 day skill-building bootcamp to break the blame cycle and turn constructive conflict into sustainable solutions.

startswith.us

Starts With Us

@StartsWithUs

10 months

Learn how to disagree with decency and responsibility. The fight to end toxic polarization starts with us! Escape toxic polarization —

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Civic Health Project

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3 years

🚨Have you reserved your spot yet? 🚨 Join @AspenCitizen , @BridgeUSA_ , @openmindusa , @aep_travel , and @paulsolman on Thursday for this exciting panel on Inspiring America's Youth.

Civic Health Project

@civichealthproj

4 years

As America grapples with deepening ideological divides, how are we raising and educating younger people to understand, navigate, and ultimately help repair them? Join @AspenCitizen , @BridgeUSA_ , @openmindusa , @aep_travel , and @paulsolman to find out how.

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One teen is #WeavingCommunity through launching the @Bonded_Forever project, where he provides custom wristbands and thank you cards to frontline workers. Thank you for finding a way to bring people together, even when we are socially distanced!

Peace First

@PeaceFirstOrg

4 years

🌟Project Spotlight🌟 Anshul, a teen from Massachusetts says, "During the pandemic, everyone has become physically distanced. To enlighten the spirits, we started distributing Thank You cards & custom wristbands for frontline workers." See more of his project: @Bonded_Forever 🤝

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Thank you to everyone who attended this conference hosted by @pascl_stanford , @StanfordPACS , @civichealthproj , @ListenFirstProj , and with support from @FetzerInstitute . There is a lot of momentum, and hope, coming out of this day #ListenFirst

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Conservatives and liberals agree on how to restore trust in our elections, according to a new report from @braverangels ! In a series of workshops with balanced Red and Blue participants, they found 727 unanimous points of agreement. We can #DisagreeBetter and find solutions.

Braver Angels

@braverangels

6 months

Conservatives and liberals distrust our electoral system for vastly different reasons—from voter fraud and election security to voter suppression and peaceful transfer of power. What would it take for people across the political spectrum to trust the integrity of our elections?

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2 years

We love the call to action to #DefeatProblemsNotPeople . Over 1,000 people have already signed up to attend America Talks. Will you be next? Sign up now at #ListenFirst #AmericaTalks

Pedro S. Silva II

@noroof

2 years

People from all walks of life are looking for hope in this nation. These organizations and many more are creating hope and opportunity for us be the America we profess. Take the challenge. #ListenFirst #AmericaTalks #DefeatProblemsNotPeople America Talks…

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@civichealthproj

3 years

"That experience of having to share the kernel of truth – having to admit the “other side” is on to something – it really creates a sense of vulnerability." Check out this piece on @braverangels 'couples therapy,' and what hope it can give for healing toxic polarization.

New Pluralists

@newpluralists

3 years

A 'couples therapy' approach may also work in healing our nation's divide. Workshops hosted by @braverangels "encouraged introspection rather than debate" as a means of understanding opposing political views. Find out what they discovered.

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Only 14% of Americans believe politicians will cross the political line to solve problems over the next decade, but it doesn't have to be that way. Groups like @MActionProject , @ListenFirstProj , and @IssueOneReform give us hope for how we can move forward together.

Gerard Robinson

@gerard_924

3 years

The search for unity: 4 ways Americans can bridge our racial and political divisions via @usatoday @PublicAgenda @KetteringFdn @ckochfoundation @civichealthproj @BriannaNuhfer

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3 years

Now more than ever we need to empower our youth to embrace connection, not division. Recently we were joined by @BridgeUSA_ , @AspenCitizen , @openmindusa and @travelwithAEP to talk about how we can make that happen. Watch our panel via @fulcrum_us today.

The Fulcrum

@fulcrum_us

3 years

How can we inspire America's youth to embrace connection and not division?

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@civichealthproj

3 years

'We the people' is at the heart of it all. Unity doesn’t mean we don’t have differences and that polarization doesn’t exist. It means we navigate our differences with civility. Great video from @AMillionConvos

Millions of Conversations

@AMillionConvos

3 years

Unity doesn’t mean unanimity. Unity means that we have consensus around how we navigate our differences with civility. Let’s commit to a shared future where we work together to be our best selves and lead with a common purpose. 👉 Watch more:

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@civichealthproj

4 years

Join @Weaving_US , @civicdinners , and @WelcomingUSA in celebrating Welcoming Week by joining a conversation on belonging. Both longterm residents and immigrants can feel unwelcome in our communities, and these convos are an important step towards #WeavingCommunity

#ListenFirst Project

@ListenFirstProj

4 years

Want to create a more welcoming community? Sept 12-20 join your neighbors in virtual convo on how to make sure your community is one where everyone feels they belong. Sign up with @WelcomingUSA & @civicdinners for a 1 hour chat & start #WeavingCommunity

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@civichealthproj

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Absolutely @HdxAcademy ! Intellectual humility is the cornerstone of true learning. Mary Kate Cary's approach at UVA highlights that open debate and embracing mistakes are essential for educational growth. It's inspiring to see educators fostering such a valuable environment!

Heterodox Academy

@HdxAcademy

26 days

Why is a culture that encourages intellectual humility crucial for gaining knowledge? 👩‍🏫 Our HxA member Mary Kate Cary is an adjunct professor at UVA who believes her students learn best when they feel free to debate openly and yes...make and own their mistakes!

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@civichealthproj

3 years

Ever wonder what your tweets make other people think about your political views? Check out this tool from @polarizationlab which allows you to see how your Twitter persona's political ideology is ranked, from "very liberal" to "very conservative."

Tweet-e-ology | Polarization Lab

www.polarizationlab.com

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@civichealthproj

4 years

“Partisan polarization leads to short-term thinking and policy-making, which means we’re not having a future-looking political discussion or trying to find common ground.” @StevenOlikara and @MActionProject are leaders in bringing young people into planning a transpartisan future

UW-Madison L&S

@UWMadisonLS

4 years

Bridging the divide: @uwmadison alum @StevenOlikara founded the @MActionProject to try to promote bipartisan democracy. "Investing in democracy is the challenge of our time." #WeAreLS @WisAlumni @uwpolisci

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@civichealthproj

4 years

Check this great conversation between @IrshadManji and @Yascha_Mounk on how to have better political conversations [And ultimately pursued someone to agree with you]. Full of great tips which help us build a stronger democracy.

Irshad

@IrshadManji

4 years

Scorched earth politics is awful for democracy — and for life. If you’re fighting with a buddy, a family member, a co-worker, a neighbor, try these tips that @Yascha_Mounk & I discuss: . #RBG , great friend of Antonin Scalia, would approve. @JoinPersuasion

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4 months

We love this letter from @StartsWithUs and the highlight on how to transcend the construct of “us vs. them” and side with humanity instead.

A Letter To College Students: 10 Ways To Side With Humanity - Starts With Us

This letter was cowritten by Starts With Us Founding Partner Daniel Lubetzky and our Honorary Board Member Lonnie Ali, Co-Founder of the Muhammad Ali Center. Over the past two months, people of all...

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@civichealthproj

3 years

How do we build trust across the political divide? Step One: Ignore Kumbaya. You heard us, ignore the tendency to create a happy kumbaya moment that doesn't go deep. Learn more in this essay from @AprilALawson of @braverangels #ListenFirst

Foundation Against Intolerance & Racism (FAIR)

@fairforall_org

3 years

"When we can again see the dignity in those whose views we oppose, and love them for the strength of their convictions, not in spite of them, then negative and affective polarization don’t stand a chance." - @braverangels ' @AprilALawson .

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@civichealthproj

1 year

We love seeing this critical study from @StartsWithUs getting national attention on @TheView ! Hyper-partisan politicians get 4x the coverage of their bipartisan colleagues. So let's #changethecoverage

The View

@TheView

1 year

'HYPER-PARTISAN' POLITICIANS GET FOUR TIMES MORE NEWS COVERAGE: A new study found that the most 'hyper-partisan' lawmakers like Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene and Rep. Rashida Tlaib get more coverage than their bipartisan colleagues— #TheView co-hosts react.

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@civichealthproj

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Happy #CivicLearningWeek teachers, we are roooting for you! #sschat We are recruiting schools for our Better Together Film Festival, which showcases hopeful stories of bridging divides! Learn more about this free film festival and the feature films here:

Better Together Film Festival - Conversation.us

Better Together Film Festival Shifting Our Culture Toward Cohesion Throughout the week of April 15-21, 2024, community spaces across the country participated in the Better Together Film Festival....

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Civic Learning Week

@NationalCLW

6 months

Q6: After our great conversations about how you teach civic learning in the classroom, what are you excited to learn or do during #CivicLearningWeek ? #sschat

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@civichealthproj

1 year

According to @StartsWithUs , hyper-partisan politicians get more than 4x the news coverage of bipartisan problem solvers. If media rewards that behavior, that is what politicians will portray, and that filters down to their supporters. Let's #ChangetheCoverage #ListenFirst

Rep. Jeff Jackson

@JeffJacksonNC

1 year

I’ve been in Congress for 100 days. Most of the really angry voices here are faking it.

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It is possible to firmly disagree on politics, but respect each other as humans. Great seeing this moment between @charliekirk11 and a volunteer for the DNC! We hope interactions like this can be at the forefront of the 2024 election.

Charlie Kirk

@charliekirk11

20 days

A volunteer for the DNC kept waiting around outside of where we're filming our show here in front of the United Center. I thought he wanted to argue with me about politics or something. Instead, all he wanted was a selfie. His name is Colton. Building bridges here in Chicago.

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Congratulations to @futurecaucus on their rebrand! This movement needs people of every generation who are committed to transcending polarization for effective governance.

Future Caucus (formerly Millennial Action Project)

@futurecaucus

10 months

Millennial Action Project is now Future Caucus. Our mission is bigger than one generation. Future Caucus is for Gen Z, millennial, and future generations of lawmakers who aim to transcend polarization and govern effectively. Explore our new brand:

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“It’s empowering to be able to have your voice spoken and heard without being judged, and it gives inclusion to anybody who is willing to stand up for what they believe in — whether they’re on the right or the left." Recent insights from a @braverangels debate at @Baylor

Braver Angels

@braverangels

3 years

Braver college students. Catch up on a debate Braver Angels hosted for students at @Baylor in Texas all about defunding the police.

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@civichealthproj

4 years

We loved seeing this shoutout for realistic optimists: people who are optimistic about the future and working to make the world better. In this time of division, these groups are the real deal. Thank you @AspenInstitute , @ListenFirstProj , and @Weaving_US ! #WeavingCommunity

Leslie Boney

@lboney

4 years

A special callout this month to a few of the "realistic optimists" who are inspiring me during this time: @ListenFirstProj @TabariWallace @AspenInstitute @PrevetteLb @ladygwb62 @walkwest @cyrusrad99 @PearceGodwin . Thank you for shining light!

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Reducing political polarization isn't just a lofty goal – it's an urgent necessity. We can't afford to be a divided society when so many challenges demand our collective attention. What organizations and groups should we be aware of working to address these challenges? 🧠

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4 years

We couldn't agree more! We can rise up together and create a better future. How do you want to engage in #WeavingCommunity for the rest of 2020?

BridgeUSA

@BridgeUSA_

4 years

As July approaches, we are almost into the second half of 2020. This year has brought unprecedented challenges, with certainly more to come. Let us all rise to the occasion and work together on charting a positive course for our country and people.

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"There is room in America for many different views, but there isn’t room for violence and the division that inspires it. " @JohnRWoodJr 's op-ed is a must-read on the work of @braverangels and a call to action for Americans to join a countermovement against political violence.

John Wood Jr.

@JohnRWoodJr

4 years

"We need a countermovement of Americans who are willing to publicly say no, violence isn't the cure to what ails our politics. My organization, @braverangels , hopes to create this community..." My Op Ed in @RealClearNews

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"If you feel uncomfortable, good. We all should. Things rarely change when people are content." Thank you @Forbes for calling us into discomfort. Having an open and honest look at our own limiting beliefs and personal experiences is critical for #WeavingCommunity #LetsGoThere

Common Ground Committee

@commongroundcom

4 years

Being comfortable isn’t enough. We can start to #findcommonground when we embrace uncomfortable conversations surrounding race and the nationwide protests. Read more with @Forbes .

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@civichealthproj

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Want to take the first step in listening to perspectives different from your own? Pledge to #ListenFirst with the National Conversation Project and the Listen First Coalition! You'll be updated on opportunities to join national conversations on key issues.

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@civichealthproj

2 years

Sick and tired of all the political division in our country? Us too! Join the 87% of Americans who are tired of political division at this event where you can help chart a way forward, hosted by @StartsWithUs and @braverangels

BridgeUSA

@BridgeUSA_

2 years

Join the 87% of Americans who are tired of political division! We're partnering w/ @StartsWithUs & @braverangels on Nov 15 for "Hold America Together", a virtual event to meet others who are eager to chart a new path forward. 🔗Register for the event:

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@civichealthproj

3 years

The loss of local newspapers is increasing political polarization. Split-ticket voting decreases by almost 2 percent in places that lose a local paper. Without trustworthy political information, we fall back on party labels and our partisan identities.

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@civichealthproj

4 years

The Reunited States documentary is available today! @the_reunited provides an honest look at our political divisions and an invitation to a new future. Join us live for a 'Red and Blue Carpet' premiere event with special guests on 2/11! Register:

UNITE

@TheCallToUnite

4 years

“Our country is very divided right now… we need bridge builders.” It's time for a new chapter. UNITE is proud to join @the_reunited to promote depolarization and communications across the political divide. Available today!

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@civichealthproj

4 years

72% of Americans believe traditional news sources report fake news, falsehoods, or content that is purposely misleading. From mudslinging to spin, @AllSidesNow provides a guide on 11 types of #MediaBias and how to spot them.

AllSides

@AllSidesNow

4 years

Media bias takes many different forms — spin, slant, omission and sensationalism, to name a few. Get familiar with our guide on the 11 types of #MediaBias , and how to spot them:

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@civichealthproj

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🇺🇸Polarization, partisanship, and division. We are over it! That’s why at Civic Health Project we are proud to sponsor America Talks as a way to help decrease toxic polarization. 🚨 #ListenFirst

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3 years

"Wahl found that the evangelical students she talked with understood openness to learning from others as an expression of their faith, not a contradiction of it." Fascinating piece from @HdxAcademy on the role that faith can play in dialogue across different #ListenFirst

Heterodox Academy

@HdxAcademy

3 years

"Wahl found that the evangelical students displayed a greater ability to listen to and learn from their peers across the political (and religious) divide than did their secular peers." @TheLogologist

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@civichealthproj

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"The arch-villain of curiosity is certainty. If you think you know, you won’t think to ask." @moniguzman talks about her new book, obstacles to connection, and how you can have more "I never thought of it that way" moments.

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3 years

Countdown to liftoff at America Talks! We are T-minus 2 hours until Americans from around the country will gather online for 1-on-1 conversations across the political divide. Different backgrounds, all 50 states, one America 🇺🇸 Are you one of them? #ListenFirst

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