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Look, I’m not going to heap accolades on this little gem for giving me any astounding revelations. I got a copy of this book at the start of a first particular presidential run, and probably scanned the chapter headings and said, yeah, this tracks. Then I set it aside and here I am, presidential run two. I should actually read it this time. This book aligns with my political worldview, so I am not surprised by anything it has to say. In fact, I found myself shaking my head, chastising myself for delaying to read beyond the headlines the first time, as it were. It's not a difficult read. In fact, you could probably get through it in a day if you wanted to, and it's a good reminder of where we are as a nation and its parallels with where we've been.
What I will say is this, now in late 2025, is a perfect time to read it. Or to revisit it. It’s a perfect time to be reminded about where we are and what we can still do to remain consciously active in our democracy. Nothing in this book rings false for me — even after nearly 10 years. It's a quick, easy read that plays out as more of a checklist of things to do more than anything else. But it’s an important checklist. And you'll feel better with every check you make. One thing on that checklist is to distance yourself from the poison on the internet, and maybe pick up a book to read. I get a half check here, thanks to this book.
You can too, because it's good advice. And the more you check off the list, the better you will feel. I guarantee it.
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