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You Call This Democracy?: How to Fix Our Government and Deliver Power to the People Hardcover – Illustrated, March 31 2020

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A 2021 YALSA EXCELLENCE IN NONFICTION FINALIST

America is the greatest democracy in the world . . . isn't it? Author Elizabeth Rusch examines some of the more problematic aspects of our government but, more importantly, offers ways for young people to fix them.

The political landscape has never been so tumultuous: issues with the electoral college, gerrymandering, voter suppression, and a lack of representation in the polls and in our leadership have led to Americans of all ages asking, How did we get here?

The power to change lies with the citizens of this great country—especially teens! Rather than pointing fingers at people and political parties, You Call This Democracy? looks at flaws in the system—and offers a real way out of the mess we are in. Each chapter breaks down a different problem plaguing American democracy, exploring how it’s undemocratic, offering possible solutions (with examples of real-life teens who have already started working toward them), and suggesting ways to effect change—starting NOW!

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12 - 15 years
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288 pages
Language

English
Lexile measure

1140L
Dimensions

13.97 x 2.18 x 20.96 cm
Publisher

Greenwillow Books
Publication date

March 31 2020
ISBN-10

0358176921
ISBN-13

978-0358176923
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“You Call This Democracy gives us a clear look at the problems we face in our politics today, from voter suppression to gerrymandering to sorting through the noise of partisanship. Most importantly, it provides a road map for how we can come together and use our power as citizens to fix them. As we enter into an election year where nothing less than the fate of our republic is at stake, this book is an important read for anyone interested in our politics.”—Hillary Rodham Clinton "Fascinating....Like many well-executed books written for smart teenagers, YOU CALL THIS DEMOCRACY? is enlightening for adults as well.”—The New York Times Book Review ★ "Rusch unites a passion for democracy with a belief in the power of young people to help restore it. A riveting must-read."—Kirkus, STARRED review "[A]n elucidating call to action, one chock full of engaging explanations, examples, charts, graphs, quotes, and names of activist groups focused on revising politically charged plots to undermine democratic processes."—Booklist "[A] sprawling, information-rich exploration of the current state of American democracy."—School Library Journal —

About the Author

Elizabeth Rusch lives in Portland, Oregon, with her husband, two terrific kids, and one very funny, quirky dog named Reba. She has written more than 100 magazine articles and more than a dozen acclaimed children’s books, including picture books, middle grade, fiction, nonfiction and even a graphic novel.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Greenwillow Books; Illustrated edition (March 31 2020)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 288 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0358176921
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0358176923
Item weight ‏ : ‎ 612 g
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 13.97 x 2.18 x 20.96 cm

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I am an award-winning book author, magazine writer, editor, writing teacher and speaker. My wide-ranging passions include current events, astronomy, volcanology, art, music, history, nature, waves, jokes, crayons, and mud — anything that catches my fancy. I am inspired by stories of exploration and discovery, stories that have been overlooked by history, and stories that grapple with persistent questions. Whether writing fiction or nonfiction for children or adults or teaching workshops, I hope my work opens doors, opens minds, opens possibilities.

Please visit my website to explore more about my books, my articles, my editing, and my school visits and writing workshops. I also offer reading and activity guides for many of my books. Enjoy!

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Compelling and Important Read

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on April 27, 2020

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Quite honestly, I learned more about the United States government in this book than I did in my senior year government class. Each chapter is clearly defined and explored in depth. While it might be aimed at a slightly younger audience, I have no doubt that many (if not most) adults could gain a lot from giving this book a solid read. Part of what makes You Call This Democracy? so successful is that Rusch very explicitly makes the discussion of democracy in our country (and how we’ve let it down) go beyond party lines. And she’s right to do so, because democracy should be something everyone, regardless of political leanings, is invested in. It also acknowledges and works with the fact that a lot of kids and teens are interested in politics, but might not know where to start. Rusch breaks down every issue discussed, from voting age to gerrymandering to dark money, in a way that younger readers will understand without talking down to them. And while it can be disheartening at times, each chapter has suggestions for direct action that readers can take to change things. Honestly, this should be required reading. Just saying.

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Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on September 4, 2021

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The disclaimer states the book is write from a neutral perspective however it is clearly not the case. There is no alternatives presented to form a clear option of the suggestion being presented.

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Everyone should read this book!

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on September 13, 2020

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I'm 63 years old, lived in the U.S. my whole life, trained as a lawyer, and I should have known what was in this book, but I didn't. It is very clearly and simply written and, remarkably, it is non-partisan. In one evening's reading, you can finally understand the political system that has mystified you all your life.

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Victoria Ramos-Glew

Engaging and Practical learning for ALL AGES!

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on November 2, 2020

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This book is amazing. We were learning and taking action alongside our children--all together as this book illuminates so much that we all should know. It's an amazing read--and it's not just a read, but a DO!! An actionable book that speaks and inspires the truth. A must-read for all students...and Americans

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Crap filth

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on August 31, 2021

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This book sucked

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