A BALANCED AND RESPECTFUL DISCUSSION ON IMMIGRATION

Braver Angels

Equal numbers of Reds and Blues take a deep dive into an issue to find joint agreements. Participants will work hard to find common ground.

Fulton Center

Note: Free registration can be accessed using Promo Code "Braver".Join us for a carefully structured and respectful conversation on immigration policy. The conversation format is designed to support accurate agreement and disagreement on issues, and avoid mischaracterization.This event includes balanced participation, with equal numbers (goal: 4–8 per group) of participants who identify as conservative (“Red”) and liberal (“Blue”), ensuring viewpoint diversity. The process will follow a clearly defined and moderated structure designed to ensure voices are heard, viewpoints are accurately represented, and all participants are respected.By the end of the session, the group will develop clearly articulated “Points of Agreement” that take into account the range of viewpoints expressed. The “Points of Agreement” will be combined with the results of dozens of other Braver Angels immigration workshops across the country to show which immigration issues most Americans across the political spectrum can agree upon.Participants will also be invited to a follow-up moderated conversation with Congressman Greg Stanton on March 28th. This structured constituent conversation with Rep. Stanton will center on the “Points of Agreement” that emerged from the March 14 session and how those shared insights might help shape a more constructive path forward on immigration policy.Goals:<ul><li>To delve into a single issue where citizens differ, and learn how each other sees the problem</li><li>To delineate areas of common ground and points of agreement</li><li>To learn something that might be helpful to others in our community and the nation.</li></ul>Logistics:There are two ways to join a Common Ground Workshop:<ul><li>Participant: A participant will engage in small- and large-group discussions with individuals of both the same and different political persuasions. Participants must identify as “red” (Republican or leaning conservative) or “blue” (Democrat or leaning liberal). We will strive for an equal balance of red and blue participants: 4 to 8 people on each side.</li><li>Observer/Alternate: An observer/alternate will not participate in the discussions directly but will have the opportunity to watch and listen. Observers/Alternates should be ready to step in and participate as their "color" in the event of participant cancellations. In areas that have a geographic "color" imbalance, allowing for up to 15 Observers/Alternates provides an opportunity for more people to experience a Common Ground workshop.</li></ul>Who can come? Anyone interested in developing a deeper understanding of, and connection with, people whose political beliefs differ from their own. You should honestly be able to answer "yes" to the following question:“Are you willing to listen to the other side, and are you willing to speak to the other side with respect?”Everyone who signs up will receive a phone call or email from an organizer. Organizers reserve the right to switch people between Participant and Observer/Alternate status depending on the needs of the workshop.*Tickets are Free, Donations Help Use promo code BRAVER during registration to get a free ticket. Donations beyond the free ticket support Braver Angels, 501(c)3.Questions? Contact Dan Jones - djones@braverangels.org, or Brooks Hilliard - bhilliard@braverangels.org** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org

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