The Joy of Talking Politics with Strangers: How to Save Democracy, One Conversation at a Time - Softcover

Chur, Elizabeth

Softcover

ISBN 13: 9798990901704

Publisher: Talk with Voters Publishing, 2024

Synopsis

Elections are decided on front porches and phone calls across the country, one voter at a time. The Joy of Talking Politics with Strangers is a comprehensive guidebook that helps volunteers connect one-on-one with voters – our most powerful tool for winning elections. These conversations can also spark unexpected moments of empathy and even kinship with our fellow Americans.

After 2016, volunteer Elizabeth Chur realized it’s up to ordinary citizens to protect our democracy. She started learning Spanish, began phone banking, and canvassed in California’s Central Valley, home to some of the nation’s most contested swing districts. By talking with over 1,000 people, she discovered how to forge meaningful connections with the hardest-to-reach voters, including:

• Young people
• Latinos
• People who say, “I don’t vote.”

Filled with uplifting stories and practical tips, this inspiring book helps you earn people’s trust – and their votes. It demonstrates how taking positive action builds community and creates hope. Whether you’re a first-time volunteer or seasoned activist, The Joy of Talking Politics with Strangers shows you how to engage more effectively with voters and win elections.

Edition details

• Publisher: Talk with Voters Publishing
• Publication date: 2024
• Language: English
• ISBN 13: 9798990901704
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 330
• Editor: Ladd Mary