What You Should Know About Politics . . . But Don't, Fifth Edition: A Nonpartisan Guide to the Issues That Matter

ISBN: 1648210074

Author: Conrad, Jessamyn

Condition: New

Engaging and inspiring . . . Reading this book should make you want to vote.-Barack ObamaIn a world of sound bites, deliberate misinformation, and a political scene colored by the blue versus red partisan divide, how does the average educated American find a reliable source thats free of political spin? What You Should Know About Politics . . . But Dont breaks it all down, issue by issue, explaining who stands for what, and why-whether its the economy, income inequality, Obamacare, foreign policy, education, immigration, or climate change. If youre a Democrat, a Republican, or somewhere in between, its the perfect book to brush up on a single topic or read through to get a deeper understanding of the often murky world of American politics.This is an essential volume for understanding the background to the 2024 presidential election. But it is also a book that transcends the season. Its truly for anyone who wants to know more about the perennial issues that will continue to affect our everyday lives. The fifth edition includes an introduction by Martin Garbus discussing the themes and issues that have come to the fore during the present presidential cycle.