Top 10 Builders and Dividers in Congress

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Can we distinguish between leaders and their voters??

No matter who wins this election, some anger will surely follow. When we’re angry at and fearful of political leaders, it’s easy to extend those feelings to everyone on the “other side.” But to build a healthier future, we must try to separate our feelings about leaders from how we treat the people who voted for them.

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News and views

Young leaders look for a new way to do politics

In the latest 12 Geniuses episode, Layla Zaidane, President of Future Caucus, says young leaders are “looking for ways to connect to one another” and for “ways to be solutions-oriented.”

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Movement updates

• A method to our non-madness? If you’ve seen our politician Power Rankings, you might’ve wondered how we arrive at them. Our CEO Tom Fishman was on KSL At Night giving a peek behind the curtain. Listen now.
• Managing the election aftermath. On November 2nd, Braver Angels will host an online event to discuss how we can resist the pull of triumphalism if “our side” wins or the pull of vengefulness if we lose. Sign up.
• Builders’ tips on navigating politics at gatherings. In Columbia Magazine, we give some tips for improving political talks with family members during the holidays. Read more.

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