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Standing up to the madness : ordinary heroes in extraordinary times

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    Voix de: Jacqui Bishop
    Publisher:
    BC Libraries Cooperative, 2018
    Note: This book was recorded thanks to support from the Government of Canada's Social Development Partnerships Program - Disability Component.

Details:

  • Author: Goodman, Amy
    Contributor: Goodman, David
    Edition: First edition
    Date:
    Created
    2008
    Summary:

    A timely, inspiring, and even revolutionary look at who wields the greatest power in America--everyday people who take a chance and stand up for what they believe in--but also offers advice on what you can do to help. The sister-brother team of Amy and David Goodman traveled the country to detail the ways in which grassroots activists have taken politics out of the hands of politicians. As the Bush administration has waged war abroad and at home, it has catalyzed a vast groundswell of political action. This book tells the stories of everyday citizens who have challenged the government and prevailed. From African-American residents of deluged New Orleans who are fighting to regain their homes, to four librarians who refused to spy on their patrons, challenged the PATRIOT Act, and won, citizens are rising to extraordinary challenges--and changing the way that politics is done.--From publisher description.

    Contents:
    • Introduction : we will not be silent
    • Standing up to the madness
    • Science under siege
    • Students standing up
    • Soldiers of conscience
    • Conclusion : "we are the leaders we have been waiting for."
    Original Publisher: New York, Hyperion
    Language(s): English
    ISBN: 9781401322885, 1401322883