CROSSING PARTY LINES
Be Part of Something Bigger
Than Politics

Join the community keeping curiosity alive across America’s divides

Choose Your Level
This Is About More Than Money
 

When you become a CPL member, you’re making a statement:

I believe Americans can still talk to each other.

I believe curiosity is stronger than contempt.

I believe the person who disagrees with me is still a person.

And you’re ensuring those beliefs have a home — open to everyone, built by people like you.

The conversations don’t stop. They grow.

WHY MEMBERSHIP MATTERS
The Conversation Continues With Your Help

At Crossing Party Lines, we turn potential arguments into genuine connections. But keeping these conversations free and open for everyone requires sustainable support.

Membership isn’t a paywall — it’s a foundation that ensures anyone can participate, regardless of their ability to pay.

CHOOSE YOUR LEVEL OF SUPPORT
Every Level Makes a Difference
The Curious
Free
You’re always welcome here
  • Full forum access
  • Member directory
  • Conversation recaps
  • Basic resource library
  • Newsletter archive
Join for Free →
The Contributor
$10/mo • $100/yr
Help shape the work
Everything in Curious, plus:
  • Submit topic ideas
  • Vote on upcoming topics
  • Suggest resources
  • Post on bulletin board
  • Full resource library
Join as a Contributor →
Bridge Builder
$25/mo • $250/yr
Strengthen the foundation
Everything in Contributor, plus:
  • Private Bridge Builder forum
  • Input into CPL programming
  • Design one event per year
  • Annual impact report
  • Recognition (opt-in)
Become a Bridge Builder →
The Champion
$50/mo • $500/yr
Ensure CPL’s future
Everything in Bridge Builder, plus:
  • Named recognition (opt-in)
  • Annual Champion gathering
  • Direct CPL leadership access
  • Physical token of appreciation
Become a Champion →

Membership isn’t a paywall — conversations are always free and open to all.

WHAT YOU GET AT EACH LEVEL
Membership Benefits

✔ = Accessible   — = Upgrade for access   (limited) = Partial access

Benefit Guest Account Curious Contributor Bridge Builder Champion
EVENTS & ACCESS
Register for public events ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔
Skip re-entering info — ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔
Event notifications (opt-in) — — ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔
COMMUNITY & DISCUSSION
View discussion forum — limited ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔
Post in discussions — — ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔
Member directory — — ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔
Submit topic ideas — — — ✔ ✔ ✔
Vote on topics — — — ✔ ✔ ✔
Private Bridge Builder forum — — — — ✔ ✔
RESOURCES & CONTENT
Conversation recaps — limited ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔
Basic resource library — limited ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔
Full resource library — — — ✔ ✔ ✔
CHAMPION EXCLUSIVES
Input into programming decisions — — — — ✔ ✔
Named recognition (opt-in) — — — — — ✔
Annual Champion gathering — — — — — ✔
COMMON QUESTIONS
Questions You Might Have
Will conversations become exclusive to members?

Never. Free, open access to conversations is non-negotiable. Membership supports infrastructure, not exclusivity.

What if I can’t afford membership right now?

You’re still 100% welcome at every conversation. Cost is never a barrier.

Can I cancel anytime?

Yes. No pressure, no judgment. We appreciate any support, for any duration.

Is my membership tax-deductible?

Yes! CPL is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit. You’ll receive documentation for tax purposes.

How do I know my money is well-spent?

We’re committed to transparency. Members receive regular updates showing exactly how support translates to impact.

NO PRESSURE
Not Ready Yet?

That’s completely fine. You can:

  • Explore our upcoming conversations
  • Make a one-time donation
  • Share CPL with someone who’d value it

Every form of support matters.

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