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Breaking Through Power: It’s Easier Than We Think – Ralph Nader

(Reviewed by JD Jung) “It’s a lot easier than you think to shape a political economy where corporations are our compliant servants, not our masters.” “It is also easier than you think to have elections where voters shape the agenda … Continue reading

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What now?

(by JD Jung) I apologize for the lack of activity on UnderratedReads, but I have been preoccupied with the depressing results of the recent U.S. Presidential election.  Actually, I have been in a daze, feeling powerless to fight what I … Continue reading

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Under This Roof: The White House and the Presidency–21 Presidents, 21 Rooms, 21 Inside Stories – Paul Brandus

(Reviewed by Ishita RC) “I pray to heaven to bestow the best of Blessings on this House and all that shall hereafter inhabit it… May none but honest and wise men ever rule under this room.” These words were carved … Continue reading

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Bernie Sanders, Independent for President: His Life Story, Ideas, and Goals, Plus a History of the Reagan Revolution and the Rise of the Billionaire Class – Matt Dukes Jordan

(Reviewed by JD Jung) “Politics is ultimately about people coming together to improve the lives of all Americans, and not just a handful of wealthy campaign contributors.” Bernie Sanders I’m a political junkie and have been my entire life. My … Continue reading

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