What Unites Us
Dan Rather
A reflective exploration of American patriotism by veteran journalist Dan Rather and Elliot Kirschner. This book delves into the core values that unite the nation, examining freedom, community, responsibility, and character, while also confronting the challenges of division and injustice. It's a call for unity, empathy, and a renewed commitment to the ideals that define America.
Who Rules the World?
Noam Chomsky
An incisive analysis of global power dynamics, exploring the roles of states, economic elites, and intellectuals in shaping world affairs. Chomsky examines historical events and contemporary issues, questioning the responsibility of intellectuals and the impact of U.S. foreign policy.
Why We Get the Wrong Politicians
Isabel Hardman
A compelling exploration into the structure and culture of the British political system, revealing why it often delivers the worst results. Isabel Hardman lifts the lid on the Houses of Parliament, examining how the selection process, party dynamics, and the 'Westminster Bubble' contribute to an unrepresentative and often unhappy bunch of politicians making bad laws.
Why Women Have Better Sex Under Socialism
Kristen R. Ghodsee
A provocative exploration of how unregulated capitalism disproportionately harms women, drawing lessons from the history of state socialism in Eastern Europe to argue for economic independence, better labor conditions, and even better sex. This book challenges readers to rethink the relationship between economic systems and women's lives, offering a fresh perspective on the pursuit of a more equitable future.
World Order
Henry Kissinger
In "World Order," Henry Kissinger reflects on the character of nations and the course of history, exploring the question of world order and the varieties of world order that have existed throughout history. He examines the balance between legitimacy and power and the challenges facing the international community in the 21st century.
Yes We (Still) Can
Daniel Pfeiffer
A behind-the-scenes look at the Obama years and an attempt to understand the current state of politics in the age of Trump and Twitter. Daniel Pfeiffer reflects on his experiences on the Obama campaigns and in the White House, offering a no-holds-barred conversation about the forces that shaped the political landscape and how Democrats can move forward.
You Can Do It!
Rob Schneider
A humorous and insightful exploration of free speech in America by comedian Rob Schneider. From his personal experiences in Hollywood to his family's history, Schneider shares his unique perspective on the importance of speaking your mind and standing up for freedom in an increasingly polarized world.
A Promised Land
Barack Obama
A compelling, intimate, and powerfully inspiring memoir of a president, A Promised Land is the story of Barack Obama's improbable odyssey from a young man searching for his identity to leader of the free world, describing in strikingly personal detail both his political education and the landmark moments of the first term of his historic presidency—a time of dramatic transformation and turmoil.