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The Power of Progress: How America's Progressives Can (Once Again) Save Our Economy, Our Climate, and Our Country
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Average Rating:  out of 6 Reviews
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Price: $23.95
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Sale: $8.99
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Manufacturer: Crown
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EAN (European Article Number): 9780307382559
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Number of Items: 1
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Binding: Hardcover
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Author: John Podesta
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Publisher: Crown
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Edition: 1
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Dewey Decimal Number: 324.2736
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Publication Date: 2008-08-19
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Reading Level: 256
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Description: AMERICA IS FACING UNPRECEDENTED CHAL LENGES—new threats to our economic well-being, our environment, and our security. The American people are looking for real answers; the next president must mobilize our government and our citizens in ways that no president has done since FDR. America needs the power of progress . . . once again.
At the turn of the twentieth century, the American Dream was beginning to dim in a nation riven by growing inequalities in wealth and run by a powerful network of privileged industrialists and their political allies. But that era also gave birth to a renaissance in American political thought that forever changed our nation.
At a time when conservative ideology served as an excuse for the accumulation of wealth and privilege, the original Progressive movement created a new political order built on America’s basic principles—justice and equality for all, economic opportunity, and a commitment to the common good.
The lives of all Americans have been profoundly improved by the achievements of progressive reformers, from the eight-hour workday and voting rights to our victory in the Cold War and the economic gains middle-class Americans enjoyed under our most recent progressive president, Bill Clinton. Today’s challenges demand a second great Progressive era. America needs an economy in which workers at every income level share in our riches; a climate policy that stops global warming and ends our addiction to fossil fuels; and American leadership in the global fight against terrorism, nuclear proliferation, and poverty.
In The Power of Progress, John Podesta—former Clinton chief of staff—along with his colleague, John Halpin, explains how progressive values changed America in the wake of the Gilded Age and how these values will reshape America after the Bush presidency. Tapping the spirit of great progressive leaders from Theodore and Franklin Roosevelt to Martin Luther King Jr., The Power of Progress provides the road map toward a government responsive to the needs of its citizens; one that is focused on our generation’s greatest challenges: combating global warming, growing our economy and expanding the middle class, and meeting America’s twenty-first-century security challenges.
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Customer Reviews
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Review Summary: The most comprehensive book on Progressivism |
Date: 2008-10-24 |
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Details: John Podesta gives a unique perspective of the real meaning of The Progressive Movement. His explanations are clear and have a pragmatic approach: PROGRESSIVENESS = SOCIAL JUSTICE. The historical background of the work done by Theodore Roosevelt, Franklin D. Roosevelt, and most recently the Clinton Administration illustrates not only with words, but most importantly with action what needs to be changed to live in a better world. John Podesta is one of the symbols and leaders of this modern era of Progressivism, and his wise concepts will help change USA and the rest of the world.
An excellent book. |
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Review Summary: this book removes the stigma of the label 'progressive.' |
Date: 2008-09-12 |
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Details: i'm sure that some people out there consider the term 'progressive' to be a dirty word of sorts. Podesta makes the case in this book not only that the progressive movement is the key to ensuring a prosperous, sustainable future but also frames progressives in such a way that everyone would want to aspire to their ideals. to say that you don't stand for universal human rights, equality, and a government that helps its citizens is condemnable; to say you do stand for these things means you are a progressive. Podesta offers a clear vision and most importantly practical suggestions for the national agenda from this perspective. it is ambitious, maverick, and refreshing that someone who worked on the inside of the highest levels of government has such a vision; we would all do well to listen. |
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Review Summary: Practical and Inspirational Advice on How to Bring Out the Best in Americans |
Date: 2008-09-05 |
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Details: In a time when the country is divided over labels to the extent that not enough positive action takes place, John Podesta's book moves past the name-calling among self-decribed conservatives and liberals and gets down to the brass tacks of how to fix things. After a compelling narative of his own background (that disallows the painting of this self-made hard-working man as some elite intellectual), he provides specific public policy solutions which, regardless of party affiliation, deserve to make their way into the public debate. An informative and enjoyable read. |
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Review Summary: Remarkable Blueprint on how to Save America |
Date: 2008-09-03 |
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Details: This book by John Podesta is truely a remarkable blueprint for vital public policy solutions to what ails the U.S. The book is in 2 parts. Part one starts with a very interesting personal history of Mr. Podesta's immigrant roots and the history of the various Progressive movements in the U.S. Part 2 details very specific and vitally important federal programs that WILL solve the pressing issues we face; education, energy, security, global warming, economic strength, health care. The solutions are specific and the results attainable. (note their are 2 interesting chapters that compare the Bush and Clinton administartions). This book should be required reading for ANYONE who is invloved in governmental policy and EVERYONE who cares about the future of our country. |
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Review Summary: John Podesta's The Power of Progress |
Date: 2008-09-03 |
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Details: Anyone looking for a compelling narrative to promote and defend the progressive movement could do no better than John Podesta's historical track of our achievements. As a self described 'progressive' I have a 'know it when I see it' definition of what it means to be one. Mr. Podesta's book was not only informative and interesting read but excellent fodder for my over the back fence debates with my neighbors about what it means to be a modern day progressive.
Gary Nichols |
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