There’s no shortage of political opinions in Greenwich Village as New Yorkers debate if America needs radical change.

There’s also no shortage of respect.

This is a debate with Braver Angels, a nonprofit organization aiming to bring civility back to our country’s political discourse after the hostile tenor of the 2016 presidential election.

"If you care about our country, if you want a stronger nation, I just think you got to talk to people you disagree with," Gabbi Timmis said.

Timmis is a Manhattan Democrat and the blue co-chair of Braver Angels' NYC Alliance. Brent Morden, a Republican from Queens, is the city's red co-chair.

"Everybody has their reasons for believing what they believe politically,” Morden said. “And I think it's way more interesting and valuable to open yourself up to that and maybe learn something from that."

The two co-founded the city alliance last year. They host film screenings, debates and more. The pair has engaged hundreds of New Yorkers.

"It's bringing liberals and conservatives, people across the political spectrum together to talk about difficult political issues," Timmis said.

"A lot of people don't have the, the tools, or mindsets that allow them to just have a conversation or find a common humanity with people whose politics are different," Morden said.

Despite their differences, the two friends maintain they have a lot in common.

"We like performances. We like going out, enjoying the city life,” Morden said.

Voters across the country are deciding who will lead us for the next four years. Timmis and Morden say no matter who gets your vote, it is important to focus on the bigger picture.

"As big as this election feels to all of us, you still have to get along with your family,” Morden said. “You still have to get along with your friends."

"How we respond, regardless of who wins, that is actually in our control," Timmis said.

For helping to bridge the political divide, Brent Morden and Gabbi Timmis are our New Yorkers of the Week.