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Our politics is a mess. Leaders who can’t or shouldn’t be allowed to lead. Governments that lie, and seek to undermine our democratic values. Policies that serve the interests of the privileged few. It’s no surprise that so many of us feel frustrated, let down and drawn to ask, ‘ But what can I do?‘ meh. vb peaks andma kolm tärni, sest oli täiesti loetav raamat ja midagi polnud valesti jne, aga ma ootasin midagi muud ja/või midagi enamat. I wish though, that The biologist didn’t use “primitive” negatively, because they don’t mean the same thing. That question is the inspiration behind this book. It's a question regularly posed to Alastair Campbell, not least in reaction to The Rest is Politics, the chart-topping podcast he presents with Rory Stewart. His answer, typically, is forthright and impassioned. We cannot afford to stand on the sidelines. If we think things need to change, then we need to change them, and that means getting involved. Disappointed. I was excited about this book because I also feel that our political world in the UK has lost its way. So, this book from a straight talking A.C was going to explain a few things.
Although I do appreciate everything this book has to say, I cannot deny how ~boring~ it got after a couple of chapters. Why you might ask? Well....
As Annie Leonard, Executive Director of Greenpeace US and Fonda's partner in developing FDF, has declared, "Change is inevitable; by design, or by disaster." Together, we can commandeer change for the positive--but it will require collective actions taken by social movements on an unprecedented scale. The problems we face now require every one of us to join the fight. The fight for not only our immediate future, but for the future of generations to come. Impassioned plea for better politicians with a practical guide to getting your message across effectively. His analysis of the crisis of competence and morality in the current political class is flawed. Campbell, 65, is well-placed to opine on the subject. A former communications director for Tony Blair, he seemed less Machiavellian than, say, Dominic Cummings, and instead determined – often belligerently – to do the right thing by his country, even if half the country was convinced he was wrong. But then, such is politics. Despite quitting in 2003, he’s never really left the field because he can’t. People, he suggests, are always coming up to him, either to blame him for New Labour’s failings, or else to ask what “we” can do to improve things. His book is, in part, an answer.
The first part of the book was ok but not broad enough in its coverage of issues. I expected a lot more for the first part of the book. It is true that the book is long and very descriptive, but i recognize its intentions not only to deliver the final message and call for action, but also to present these Fire Drill Fridays events - be it the organization part, the teach-ins, debates, and civil desobedience moments, to people that did not know about it or could not be part of it - so that they could feel like being there; and stimulating us to join in - since it is not over. I am currently trying to save Toddler books from the recycle bin that are surplus from the public library after the library book sales. For some, the hardest items to declutter are books. But one of the most common questions I get asked is, “ Where can I donate books?”
Before this reading, I, that really did not follow Jane Fonda’s work, had no idea of her commitment to the climate cause. Urgent. Positive! Digestible. Hopeful. Doable. See table of contents. An answer to What Can I Do? at the end of every chapter. That question is the inspiration behind this book. It's a question regularly posed to Alastair Campbell, not least in reaction to The Rest is Politics, the chart-topping podcast he presents with former Tory Cabinet minister Rory Stewart. His answer, typically, is forthright and impassioned. We cannot afford to stand on the sidelines. If we think things need to change, then we need to change them, and that means getting involved. We offer a personal and professional service, that takes the pain out of clearing out your used books.His exploration of leadership is refreshing, as is his urge to authenticity (don't become a banker, work for a charity on a much lower wage ...). Even his new word 'persevilience' was a valuable addition to his arguments. Another option for selling your used books might be your local used book shop. We are able to turn books in for credit. Then when we shop there, we are able to get money off on our new books. What to do with Unwanted Books in Bad Shape If you have friends and family who love reading, why not ask them if there’s anything they’re interested in reading before you donate? After they’re done with your books, they can then donate using the list above.
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