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With news of the shooting of a synagogue just weeks before the anniversary of Kristallnacht, plus ongoing acts of horrific violence against people of color, white supremacy has once again reared its ugly head. This inspiring portrait of one man who was raised in hatred but learned to overcome it shows a way forward in these dark times.
At the polls…
Georgia's gubernatorial race continues to be one of the most closely-watched elections this year. Stacey Abrams’ inspiring memoir of the path she took to come so close to being America's first black female governor dives into why this election has touched so many across the country.
New release…
An extremely timely new release, Rebecca Traister’s powerful history explores the ways that women’s collective rage has been a transformative force in politics. Between the Kavanaugh protests and the upcoming midterms, this story has never been more relevant.
Midterms…
The 2018 midterms come at one of the most divisive times in American history, as violence against minorities continues to escalate. In this award-winning book, Anderson demonstrates the ways such backlashes against racial progress have shaped our history and politics.
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Politics these days got your blood boiling? Put that anger to work. Chemaly argues that rage is a powerful tool for connecting with others and affecting lasting change. Her stirring manifesto shows you how to harness your anger, rather than bottling it up inside.
Midterms…
Alarming climate research has come out recently, suggesting that dramatic and sweeping policy changes are needed to prevent catastrophe. This controversial book explores what radical reforms are needed to increase the state’s power to protect the planet and its people.
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“Dear America” describes both the often misunderstood complexities of undocumented immigration and Jose Antonio Vargas’ experience as one of the most prominent undocumented immigrants. In its best moments, the book is a poignant story of finding a place to belong, and how you can define your own sense of self without a home to anchor to.
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The Political Books Everyone's Talking About (Or Should Be)
Better understand stories behind the headlines with these top political picks.Guns in America
These books will help you understand the gun control debate for Election Day.Midterm Elections 2018: The Year of the Woman
A record number of women are running for office. Learn about many of them here.The Inside Scoop on the 2016 Presidential Election
Heading into the 2018 midterm elections, read these takes on 2016’s fallout.Navigating the Post-Truth Era
How to distinguish true facts from alternative ones (also known as “fiction”).Inside the Supreme Court
The key cases, feisty justices, and controversial rulings of the highest court.Barack Obama’s 2018 Reading List
Thought-provoking books and articles the former president recommended this year.Eye-opening Histories of the FBI
Revealing histories of the secretive organization help explain recent headlines.The Prevalence of Sexual Harassment
#MeToo and high-profile accusations reveal the enormity of the problem.Editors’ Picks: Politics & Current Affairs
Our editors pick illuminating books on the paradigms of politics and society.