Resolutionaries

Are you part of a faith community seeking helpful resources this election season? Our friends at Interfaith America and Protect Democracy developed the Faith in Elections Playbook, which provides faith communities with practical, actionable steps to engage in elections and foster unity while ensuring compliance with 501(c)(3) legal standards. And despite their political differences, Republican Governor Spencer Cox and Democratic Governor Wes Moore both strongly support the Faith in Elections Playbook and agree on the essential role religious communities play in safeguarding democracy. The playbook includes information on recruiting poll workers, offering polling sites, combating disinformation, collaborating with election officials, and encouraging meaningful dialogue across political divides to build trust in the election process. Free and fair elections are one subject that can surely unite all of us. So Resolutionary! #BCBA #DisagreeBetter #BuildingCivicBridgesAct Find the resource here: https://lnkd.in/gX_uZ23D https://lnkd.in/gepDGhfe

Reminder! Tomorrow at 3pm ET / 6pm PT, The American Academy of Arts & Sciences is hosting a "Political Polarization and Political Violence" Zoom webinar. If you agree that, "to commit ourselves to constitutional democracy, we must first commit ourselves to – and have faith in – our fellow citizens," we hope you'll register for the webinar. Together we'll learn how to put words into action and contribute to the reinvention of democratic citizenship. To register: https://lnkd.in/gqvBSgS4

Let’s stop interrupting the discussion. Write your Congresspeople in support of the Building Civic Bridges Act today, and let them know you prefer to talk, share ideas, and discuss-- not argue. • Find our helpful advocacy tool at resolutionaries.org. Let's make the BCBA a reality! • #DisagreeBetter  #BCBA  #BuildingCivicBridgesAct 

Just a friendly reminder that you won’t want to miss this incredible upcoming Zoom Videoconference hosted by American Academy of Arts & Sciences!  • For more info and to register, please visit https://lnkd.in/gxRZKzwT #DisagreeBetter  #BCBA  #BuildingCivicBridgesAct

Former Michigan Representatives Andy Levin (D-MI) and Peter Meijer (R-MI) explored the bipartisan challenge of restoring faith in our democratic system with Amb (ret) Susan D. Page, Michigan Law and Ford School professor, at an event held in January ’23. • Early into this fabulous discussion, hosted at the University of Michigan as a partnership between The Carter Center and the Gerald R. Ford Foundation, Rep. Andy Levin spoke of the importance of bipartisanship. •  We know we cannot have a democracy if we don’t work together — and nothing will get done if we don’t have a democracy. • Let your Congressperson know that you support the BCBA through our free letter-writing tool at resolutionaries.org. #DisagreeBetter  #BCBA  #BuildingCivicBridgesAct 

We all share the responsibility to foster a stronger sense of common purpose in American civic life. On September 4, 2024, the American Academy of Arts & Sciences is hosting a Zoom webinar on political violence and polarization. Speakers will provide information on activities underway to lower the risk of violence or conflict. We hope to see you there! For more info and to register, please visit https://lnkd.in/gxRZKzwT

We are so happy and honored to highlight Listen First Project as an official sponsor of the Building Civic Bridges Act! In their own words: "Listen First Project elevates the impact of the movement to bridge divides in America. We connect the efforts of 500 Listen First Coalition partners bringing people together across divides. We manage national campaigns and strategies for social cohesion. Listen First Project is the backbone organization for collective impact to save our country from breaking apart.” Thank you for your powerful work, Listen First Project! Be the resolution. Be Resolutionary! #DisagreeBetter  #BCBA  #BuildingCivicBridgesAct 

Register today for a super exciting Zoom Videoconference: “Political Polarization and Political Violence” (hosted by the American Academy of Arts and Sciences) "Speakers will place recent events in the broader context of our understanding of political violence, and provide information on activities underway to lower the risk of violence or conflict." https://lnkd.in/gxRZKzwT Be the resolution. Be Resolutionary! #DisagreeBetter  #BCBA  #BuildingCivicBridgesAct 

A special shoutout to Mormon Women for Ethical Government and our friends at Momtivist (you can find them on FB/IG) for helping spread the word about the BCBA. Moms across the country understand the need for this crucial legislation. As our own Executive Director and resident mom, Kara, likes to say, "It is our job, as mothers, to create a better world for our children - one in which respect, civility, and kindness are valued."   We hope this inspires you to spread the word to your friends, family, and peers. The Building Civic Bridges Act is vital and attainable. Join us in taking action to achieve its passing.