Democracy in Retrograde: How to Make Changes Big and Small in Our Country and in

Description: Democracy in Retrograde by Sami Sage, Emily Amick "In todays political climate, its hard not to get discouraged. Isolated, doom scrolling, lacking a sense of purpose or community...its easy to become overwhelmed by the dire state of American democracy and do nothing, because why try when the odds are never in our favor?"-- FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER A whip-smart combo of self-help and political manifesto that is perfect for anyone who wants to save our democracy but doesnt know where to start. In todays political climate, its hard not to get discouraged. Isolated, doom scrolling, lacking a sense of purpose or community...its easy to become overwhelmed by the dire state of American democracy and do nothing, because why try when the odds are never in our favor? At this fragile moment in history, Emily Amick, lawyer and former counsel to Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, alongside New York Times bestselling author and Betches Media cofounder Sami Sage, want to reframe civic engagement as a form of self-care: an assertion of ones values and self-respect. This book is not just about voting, but about claiming your singular place in your country and community. Including real stories of regular people who have made a difference along with helpful exercises and quizzes, Democracy in Retrograde is a choose-your-own-adventure map to civic engagement that will help you: *Define your values and passions *Understand how the system works, so its easier to know how to change it *Match your personality, skills, resources, and interests, to meaningful actions within your community *Implement changes (big and small) that matter *Build a civic life thats sustainable and authentic to you, whether you have only a few minutes to spare or are ready to make a lifetime commitment Democracy in Retrograde will help you learn about much more than just political action. This book will provide a new lens through which to see yourself: a new and powerful light which bridges the personal and the political. In the words of Joan Baez, action is the antidote to despair, and with this helpful guide, even if Mercury is in retrograde, our democracy doesnt have to be. Author Biography Sami Sage is a cofounder and chief brand officer of Betches Media, and established the brands politics and activism vertical Betches News. She also hosts the award-winning daily news podcast The Morning Announcements. Emily Amick is a lawyer, journalist, and political analyst who served as counsel to Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer. She created @EmilyinYourPhone to give people her insider insight into the political process and help them find ways they can take action. Review "Through their frank and funny prose and optimistic yet accomplishable ideas that are ripe for discussion, Sage and Amick make engaging in politics seem like less of a drag and actually maybe even fun." --Glamour "This upbeat, extremely accessible guide to managing political anxiety offers reassurance and hope." --Booklist"A smart, pop culture-inflected guide to civic engagement... While the tone is geared toward millennial women--theres more than one Real Housewives reference here--the pragmatic advice applies across the board."--Publishers Weekly"A comprehensive guide to regaining ownership of American civic life... An uplifting and useful book of activism."--Kirkus Reviews Details ISBN1668053489 Author Emily Amick Publisher Simon & Schuster Year 2024 ISBN-13 9781668053485 Format Hardcover Imprint Gallery Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States Audience General Subtitle How to Make Changes Big and Small in Our Country and in Our Lives Pages 256 Publication Date 2024-07-09 US Release Date 2024-07-09 DEWEY 320.973 Language English ISBN-10 1668053489 UK Release Date 2024-07-09 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:160591131;

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