How can we depolarize America?
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Exploring the Issue
What are the dynamics driving division in America, and what will it take to end damaging polarization? Take a look at the basics.
What is a Common Ground Culture?
Anecdotally, we know common ground means finding points of agreement. But what does it mean in politics and culture?
How to End Toxic Polarization
Should we aim for unity? A top expert on conflict resolution says that Americans need to concentrate on this instead.
Our Take on Depolarizing America
In a three-part series, our co-founders Erik Olsen and Bruce Bond explore what it will take to fix America’s polarization problem.
Leading The Way in Congress
Bipartisanship can still be found in Washington. Learn about legislators who are partnering to get Congress back to work for all Americans, and why this work is so important.
Bridge Builders in Congress
In this moment of rising inflation and global conflict, an emerging story offers reason for hope: the movement to heal political polarization in America is gaining fresh momentum.
Watch More: Congressional Bipartisanship In Action
From the Problem Solvers Caucus to the Building Civic Bridges Act, watch our YouTube playlist to see how lawmakers are working across the aisle.
The Crucial Role of Political Centrists
In a world of political extremes, does the future lie with politicians who appeal to the center? Learn why this former congressman says yes.
Finding Hope
From political veterans to college students, a diverse coalition of Americans are pushing back against polarization. Get inspired and explore lessons learned.
We’re Less Divided Than We Think
Every day on social media and in the news, we’re told we live in a red-versus-blue world of rigid divides. Here’s why this thought leader begs to differ.
Why These Leaders Still Have Optimism
These days, extreme feels like the new norm. Here’s why three public figures featured in the Stars and Strife documentary remain optimistic for the future.
Watch More: Stories of Hope & Healing
In this polarized time, people from all walks of life are building the structure of a new, more united America. Watch our YouTube playlist to see how.
Be Part of Change
Each of us play an important role to bring light, not heat, to our nation’s civil discourse. Get tips to lead more productive conversations, then connect with others.
Learn: What Can We All Do to Help Fix Polarization?
Dr. Tania Israel, author of Beyond Your Bubble, shares practical, concrete steps to conduct meaningful conversations that reach across deep divides.
Watch: Ten Ways to Heal the Divide
Same family, different politics? Get ready to lead happier, healthier conversations through this webinar hosted with Living Room Conversations and BridgeUSA.
Download: 10 Attributes of a Common Grounder
Tired of division? Download our guide for conducting useful, nonpartisan conversations among disagreeing parties to help them converse more peacefully and productively.
Take Action
Reflect on ways you can use what you’ve learned to help end toxic polarization and lead the way to common ground.
Facilitate Progress
Choose a topic and host a simple, structured discussion on depolarizing America using resources created by our partner Living Room Conversations.
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