Let’s Talk America

An invitation to talk with "We the People"
about what is important to us

Welcome!

We need to talk. We believe the time is ripe for a national dialogue on the state of our democracy. One that is inclusive of all political viewpoints. Such a conversation is the idea behind Let's Talk America.

Let’s Talk America is a nationwide movement that will bring Americans from all points on the political spectrum together in cafes, bookstores, churches and living rooms for lively, open-hearted dialogue to consider questions essential to the future of our democracy. Let’s Talk America reconnects with the ‘town hall’ meeting spirit that’s the lifeblood of our democracy. Let’s Talk America is where everyone can talk about America’s promise, about what freedom, democracy, unity and equality mean to us -- to "we the people." Let’s Talk America is a meeting ground where we can come together to listen, speak, ask and learn -- without being forced to agree, change or bite our tongues.

If you'd like to be part of this growing movement to take American politics from diatribe to dialogue, there are many ways to get involved -- from attending a discussion in your neighborhood, to organizing citywide and regional events in your area. In the next few days, we will unveil many new features on this website, including downloadable discussion guides, tools that let you find events in your area or post one of your own, and an online voter registration system. Click here to join our email list now, and we'll keep you posted as things develop.

Why do it?

All great changes begin in conversation. Many forces are fragmenting America right now. One bold patriotic act is to engage "We the people" in a conversation about how to form a "more perfect union". Democracy takes guts. It is a process, not a given. A nationwide activity, not a spectator sport. It requires keeping an open mind and honest, respectful listening and speaking. Like working out for healthy bodies, conversation works our democracy muscles and makes our nation strong. Get back in the game. Start a Let’s Talk America conversation. With one person, a group of friends or your whole town. Today. This week. Sometime this year. Everyone is welcome.

What is a Let’s Talk America conversation?

Any conversation about democracy in America that is:

Inclusive – all people and all perspectives welcome
Non-partisan – bring your views - but no lobbying for your causes, candidates, movements or parties.
Respectful – having a host and "ground rules" will assure that everyone has a chance to be heard.
New – new people, new information, new ideas, new insights, new possibilities

How do I get involved?