
Bernie Sanders adapts his platform into a practical manual for systemic change, specifically targeting the economic and social disparities within the United States. He details specific policy proposals regarding a living wage, universal healthcare, and the elimination of student debt. The text analyzes the influence of corporate money on the democratic process and examines the widening wealth gap. Sanders outlines a framework for grassroots organizing, focusing on how local activism can counter the lobbying efforts of large financial institutions and the fossil fuel industry to influence national legislation.
This book serves younger citizens and first-time activists looking for a tactical entry point into progressive politics. Individuals read it to understand the mechanics of income inequality and the logistical steps required for civic engagement. The reader walks away with a concrete understanding of specific legislative goals and a set of tools for organizing community-led campaigns. It provides the statistical data and ideological foundation needed to participate in debates over climate change, criminal justice reform, and labor rights.
- Published
- 2017
- Language
- EN
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