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Democracy in Dialogue: A Braver Angels-style intergenerational debate at Virginia Commonwealth University

Public Square Debate: Is Social Media a Threat to Democracy?
This #VA250 Public Square event at Virginia Commonwealth University will bring college students, high school students, faculty, community members, and public officials into a brave space and guided conversation touching all sides of a challenging issue. The Braver Angels format of debate is non-competitive and provides a deep experience of civil discourse. Conducted in a light parliamentary style, and guided by an experienced moderator, it teaches participants to engage with each other respectfully, listen carefully, and allow themselves to be touched and even changed by each other's ideas. Participants emerge with greater empathy and appreciation for diversity of thought.

Co-sponsored by Brightpoint Community College, Reynolds Community College, Institute for Humane Studies, and the Baldacci Institute, this debate is free and brought to you by the College Debates and Discourse Alliance, a partnership of Braver Angels, the American Council of Trustees and Alumni (ACTA), and BridgeUSA, non-profit organizations that amplify the power of free expression and promote respectful exchange of ideas on America's college campuses.

Questions? Contact Amanda Wintersieck -- wintersieal@vcu.edu

Registration Available at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/va250-public-square-debate-is-social-media-a-threat-to-democracy-tickets-1984389237628?aff=oddtdtcreator

Registration for this debate will be open until the scheduled starting time of 5:30 PM on March 25.
Debate location: Rodney's Lounge, 1st floor, Shafer Dining Hall, VCU Campus
Food and refreshments will be provided at 5:15; the debate will start at 5:45 PM.

We'll see you there!