College students fighting political division and creating dialogue on campus. Multipartisan. Retweets ≠ Endorsements
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Jun 10
This self-described socialist still believes in talking to people who disagree with her.
We need more young people from across the political spectrum to be willing to engage with different points of view. Kudos to this student. 👏👏
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Jun 4
In case you needed another reason to build bridges...
Employers are starting to weed out prospective employees that are unable to disagree constructively and engage across differences with respect.
When you're interviewing a job candidate, be on the lookout for signs of civility. s.hbr.org/4mMsWun
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Jun 4
Students benefit from gaining these skills before they enter the workplace. A chapter of BridgeUSA is a great place to do that.
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May 27
Did you see this ad?
This is from the 2020 Utah Governor's race, where the Republican and Democratic candidates did something strange:
They filmed a campaign ad together. This is what's possible when we drop the hyperpartisanship and start building bridges. Check it out!
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May 21
Remember this?
This was back when our political discourse included even nominally higher level of respect.
We've always loved this clip. Kudos to @SenJohnMcCain. Rest in peace.
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May 20
(Some) conservatives and liberals in 2026:
We do not have a democracy if the other side wins.
Bridge builders: We do not have a democracy if we cannot talk to each other.
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May 14
I hate you -> You’re just wrong -> I strongly disagree with you -> I’m curious why you believe that. Tell me more.
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May 14
In case you were wondering how to sound more intelligent in political conversations.
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May 14
1968: Lyndon Johnson and Dwight Eisenhower speaking at Walter Reed after Ike's 7th heart attack.
Despite their ideological differences, the two kept in touch regularly and leaned on each other for advice.
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May 12
This video proves that political stereotypes are just that...stereotypes.
They don't always reflect broad reality, but instead a narrow understanding of what few people actually believe and/or look like...
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Apr 20
Friends that agree with me 100% of the time < friends that disagree with me but are open to a civil discussion about why
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Apr 8
Thank you so much @UCBerkeley and @BerkeleyInspire for this incredible honor.
At BridgeUSA, we know that overcoming political polarization is possible because we see it happen every single day, one discussion at a time.
To every bridge builder who made this possible, thank you.
In 2017, first-year pre-med student @ManuMeel_ ’20 was dismayed by a protest on the Berkeley campus that turned violent and disrupted an event with a controversial speaker.
Motivated by a desire to strengthen America by overcoming our divisions, Meel pivoted to study political science and, with his friend Ross Irwin and some fellow undergraduates, created a space where students could engage with each other respectfully.
What began as BridgeBerkeley soon spread to dozens of colleges and became @BridgeUSA_, a multipartisan nationwide organization that combats political division by cultivating dialogue. The organization has empowered more than 60,000 students in its effort to move past political polarization, honor diverse perspectives, and bridge differences using constructive conversation.
Meel is this year's recipient of the Peter E. Haas Public Service Award, which recognizes an alum who has made significant and impactful contributions to society through volunteering. The award will be presented at this year’s Spring Commencement.
#UCBerkeley #PublicService #CalGrad
ALT Headshot of Manu Meel '20 outdoors, with greenery and a skyline visible in the background. The sun is setting and illuminating the left side of his face.
ALT A group photo of Meel (left) and a handful of BrideUSA team members in an indoor environment. The wall behind them is a lime green color, and a tv is mounted on it.
ALT The early days of BridgeUSA. Meel and some of his classmates are standing in front of a podium in a classroom giving a speech. Behind them are a chalkboard with a TinyURL link and a projector screen.
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Apr 1
Prank idea for April fools:
Convince Americans that people who don't think or vote like them are their enemies.
Oh, wait...
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Mar 24
...to do all which may achieve and cherish a just and lasting peace...
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