Braver Angels Event: "Becoming a Braver Angel Amid the Politics of Contempt"

Event Topic:
"Becoming a Braver Angel Amid the Politics of Contempt"

About this Event:
How do we stay connected despite political differences? Authors Teschner and Malow offer practical ideas on understanding and relationships.
With the midterms behind us and holiday dinners just ahead, how do we be ourselves AND stay connected to family and friends who see politics differently?

Join us for an engaging conversation with Doug Teschner and Beth Malow, two co-authors of Beyond the Politics of Contempt: Practical Steps to Build Positive Relationships in Divided Times (2025).

Drawing on their book and their Braver Angels experience, Doug and Beth will share practical ways to speak honestly about what matters to us, better understand those who see things differently, and keep our relationships from becoming casualties of our political differences.

Whether you're a longtime Braver Angel or simply want to navigate these conversations a little better, you'll come away with ideas you can put to use—not to change anyone's mind, but to make room for understanding, strengthen relationships, and stay connected even when you disagree.

Questions? Contact Scott Schluter, sschluter@braverangels.org; mvoss@braverangels.org

Registering for the Online Debate:
This is a FREE event; however, you will need to register for it. Go to the following Eventbrite link & fill out the registration form:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/becoming-a-braver-angel-amid-the-politics-of-contempt-registration-2003432261826?discount=BRAVER&aff=oddtdtcreator

Registration for this debate will be closed 12 hours prior to the scheduled starting time. Check your email for the confirmation message with the Zoom link - if you don't see it, check your "Junk" folder.

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About the Speakers:
* Doug Teschner is a former Republican state legislator who was elected for six terms as a State Representative, served as a NH Assistant Secretary of State, led USAID democracy projects in the Rwanda and Morocco parliaments, and was Peace Corps country director in Ukraine and several African nations. He volunteers with Braver Angels and serves as New England Regional Leader and facilitates Braver Politics, supporting a bi-partisan caucus in the NH House of Representatives.
* Beth Malow is a neurosurgeon and science communicator who works as a Professor of Neurology and Pediatrics in the Vanderbilt University. She's also a science communicator who uses her website, Beth's Wisdom, to explain science and health concepts and promote critical thinking. She's been an active member of Braver Angels since 2017, working with the Braver Angels Truth and Trust Project which is focused on building trust between citizens and public health officials, and serving as the co-chair for the Braver Angels Action Team within the Citizens' Climate Lobby, a nonpartisan climate advocacy organization.

What is "Braver Angels"?
Formerly known as "Better Angels", Braver Angels is an organization founded in 2016 to depolarize American politics through grassroots organizing. They do this primarily by hosting events for cross-partisan dialogue & civil debate. To learn more, go to https://braverangels.org/