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Bridging the Divide Conference: Changing the Narrative at the Grassroots - From Divide to Solidarity

Hear from people doing the hard work of talking across differences and building understanding and shared purpose, even as they advance a particular political or social objective. How can the ethic of bridge-building remain present in activist and political organizing spaces? Featuring Whitley Yates, Indiana Republican Party; Manu Meel, BridgeUSA; Benji Backer, American Conservation Coalition. Moderated by Michael Strautmanis, Obama Foundation.

  • Whitley Yates Director of Diversity, Indiana Republican Party
  • Manu Meel CEO, BridgeUSA
  • Benji Backer Author, The Conservative Environmentalist; Founder and Executive Chairman of the American Conservation Coalition (ACC)
  • Michael Strautmanis Executive Vice President for External Affairs, Obama Foundation

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