Citizen Solution: How You Can Make a Difference
Language: English
Published by Minnesota Historical Society Press,U.S., 2008
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Nationally known community organizer and activist Harry C. Boyte incites readers to join today's citizen movement, offering practical tools for how we can change the face of America by focusing on issues close to home.Targeting useful techniques for individuals to raise public consciousness and effectively motivate community-based groups, Boyte grounds his arguments in the country's tradition of populism, demonstrating how mobilized citizens can be far more powerful than our frequently paralyzed politicians. He offers practical tips on identifying potential citizen leaders and working through cultural differences without sacrificing identities.Each point is illustrated by inspiring real-life examples of Minnesotans who have prompted change: An immigrant community that created a cultural wellness center. An organization of multiracial, multifaith congregations that is tackling tough social problems. A cluster of suburban neighborhoods that came together to take back Sundays from overzealous youth-sports organizations. For readers doubting their ability to make a significant difference in our world, this how-to book will show the way.…
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- Title
- Citizen Solution: How You Can Make a Difference
- Author
- Harry C Boyte
- Publisher
- Minnesota Historical Society Press,U.S.
- Publication year
- 2008
- Condition
- Fair
- Binding
- Paperback
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 0873516109
- ISBN 13
- 9780873516105
Targeting useful techniques for individuals to raise public consciousness and effectively motivate community-based groups, Boyte grounds his arguments in the country's tradition of "populism," demonstrating how mobilized citizens can be far more powerful than our frequently paralyzed politicians. He offers practical tips on identifying potential citizen leaders and working through cultural differences without sacrificing identities.
Each point is illustrated by inspiring real-life examples of Minnesotans who have prompted change: An immigrant community that created a cultural wellness center. An organization of multiracial, multifaith congregations that is tackling tough social problems. A cluster of suburban neighborhoods that came together to take back Sundays from overzealous youth-sports organizations. For readers doubting their ability to make a significant difference in our world, this how-to book will show the way.
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From the Publisher
Walter Mondale, former vice president of the United States
"In a time of great political division, The Citizen Solution offers individuals a path to make change on the issues they care about. Only through civic engagement can we build the power to improve our communities."
David Wellstone, co-founder of Wellstone Action!
"The Citizen Solution is a great resource for thoughtful people. Harry Boyte provides hope, principles, and examples to encourage families, peer groups, and neighborhoods to solve problems for the common good."
Al Quie, former governor of Minnesota
"Boyte's practical and inspirational book is essential reading for anyone concerned with the future of American democracy."
Cecilia Marie Orphan, National Coordinator, American Democracy Project
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