Become a Braver Citizen

Citizenship bridges partisan division and strengthens our democratic republic

The United States Citizenship & Immigration Services states that citizenship is the common thread that binds all Americans, grounded in the shared principles of freedom, liberty, and equality. When you practice your rights and responsibilities, you become a Braver Citizen. Every person who joins Braver Angels makes a difference by inspiring others to become Braver Citizens themselves. 

We envision an America with respectful embrace of political disagreements, where civic friendship flourishes and competing perspectives strengthen our nation. Embracing values of respect, humility, honesty, and responsible citizenship, our goal is not to change people’s views of issues, but to change their views of each other.

What Brings You?

I want to mend a relationship

The partisan divide has resulted in many broken relationships. As a Braver Citizen, you can enable better conversations and build trust among friends, family, and coworkers who you disagree with politically.

I want to share my perspective

This point emphasizes your right to free speech. By becoming a Braver Citizen, you can inspire others to confidently express their opinions.

I want to understand other perspectives

This point emphasizes your responsibility to be informed. By becoming familiar with the other side of the issue, you’ll build trust when listening to and understanding other perspectives.

I want to build bridges

By engaging in your community, you demonstrate how to build trust and work together with your fellow Braver Citizens.

I want to promote participation

As a Braver Citizen, you will inspire others to participate in civic engagement, be part of bridging the partisan divide, and building trust.

I'm skeptical!

If you're feeling skeptical, that's completely understandable. In a time when divisions run deep, it's natural to question whether you can truly make a difference. What sets Braver Angels apart is our commitment to fostering honest, respectful conversations between people who disagree—without asking anyone to change their core beliefs. Read more about concerns expressed by other skeptics and responses by Braver Angels.

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Focus on Understanding

Members of the Braver Angels Club will focus on understanding their fellow Americans.  This understanding occurs in discussions about topics chosen by the members.  Braver Angels has a library of discussion topics and related reference material.  For a new club, Braver Angels encourages an emphasis on these topic groups: