Rossmoor Braver Angels Meetings

Higher Education

September 16, 1:00 PM
***Fairway Room***
*Room Change*

Is Higher Education in America in crisis today? Our higher education is consistently rated #1 in the world, yet there are new challenges today. Some examples: cuts to funding, declining enrollment, challenges to curriculum, diversity issues, as well as costs and student debt. What are the causes and possible solutions?

Democratic Socialists
of America

October 21, 1:00 PM
Fireside Room

The largest socialist organization in the United States is The Democratic Socialists of America. Are they radical and out of touch with mainstream American values? Why are they popular with Gen Z and Millennials? Is there a difference between a Social Democrat and a Democratic Socialist? 

Talking About Values with Nuance Can Help Bridge Divides
November 18, 1:00 PM
Fireside Room

Values are broad concepts that often have many definitions, but people often assume others define them similarly. That creates opportunities for either powerful connections or divisive misunderstanding. But when we learn to talk about values with nuance, we build the capacity for the sorts of tough conversations democracy needs to thrive.