âEngaging and inspiring . . . Reading this book should make you want to vote.ââBarack Obama
In 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 thatâs free of political spin? What You Should Know About Politics . . . But Donât breaks it all down, issue by issue, explaining who stands for what, and whyâwhether itâs the economy, income inequality, Obamacare, foreign policy, education, immigration, or climate change. If youâre a Democrat, a Republican, or somewhere in between, itâs 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 2020 presidential election. But it is also a book that transcends the season. Itâs truly for anyone who wants to know more about the perennial issues that will continue to affect our everyday lives. The fourth edition includes an introduction by Martin Garbus discussing the themes and issues that have come to the fore during the present presidential cycle.