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Author Archives: Emily O'Hara Bergeson
Brave Chat — Getting Ready for School
We had a fantastic Brave Chat last week that included a panel of educators (including a home school mom). View the complete Brave Chat on our YouTube Channel!
A Change of Heart
In March, when a lot of us started quarantining and social distancing, I was chatting with a friend about all of the changes, and I happened to mention face masks. Immediately she said, “I would never be caught dead wearing a mask.” I was kind of surprised she already had such firm feelings about it.Continue reading “A Change of Heart”
Virtual Town Hall — TONIGHT!
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Brave Chat – Learning from Utah’s COVID Reponse
There is so much to understand and process with this unprecedented challenge presented by COVID-19. What have we learned so far? What are your thoughts and questions on this serious issue?
Episode 5 – Simplify and Focus
When things are especially overwhelming, remember it’s not our responsibility to fix everything. And while I don’t have to feel responsible for everything, I know I can at least do my part.
Brave Chat Event June 25-26
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Episode 4 – Utah Primary Elections
We have been trained to think that the only way to win in Utah is to be Republican because of the closed primary. A very large number of people stay registered Republican but do not personally align with the party. This year it’s been particularly bad with lots of people saying that you should change your party affiliation temporarily so that you can vote in the “real” but closed election.
Um… Anyone else see a problem here?
Brave Chats
Our mission is to help people get more involved with politics. That’s not always easy. Issues are complex, sensitive, and divisive. People aren’t always so kind and civil when discussing politics. That’s why we’ve decided to host: Brave Chats gives us a chance to practice talking through these issues without fear of attack or judgement.Continue reading “Brave Chats”
New Video — What if…?
Politics… It’s confusing, messy, broken. And besides we’re busy, overwhelmed, powerless. And besides… We’re busy, overwhelmed, powerless. What if… We reached inside and tried… tried to be brave, tried to figure things out, tried to see it from the other side, tried to connect with others. Then maybe…. We could… build something new, see theContinue reading “New Video — What if…?”