Dirt Road Revival: How to Rebuild Rural Politics and Why Our Future Depends On It [B1844]

2022 HCDJ in excellent condition. The Democratic Party left rural America behind. This urgent rallying cry shows how Democrats can win back and empower overlooked communities that have been pushing politics to the right-and why long-term progressive political power depends on it. Through 2 successful elections in rural red districts that few thought could be won by a Democrat, twentysomethings Maine state senator Chloe Maxmin (D-District 13) and campaign manager Canyon Woodward saw how the Democratic Party has focused for too long on the interests of elite leaders and big donors, forcing the party to abandon the concerns of rural America-jeopardizing climate justice, racial equity, economic justice, and more. Dirt Road Revival looks at how we got here and lays out a road map for progressive campaigns in rural America to build an inclusive, robust, grassroots politics that fights for equity and justice across our country.

From recent Amazon/GoodReads reviews: "This is a great book to inspire grassroots campaign plans."; "Great book! Chloe describes a common sense, grass roots approach to politics that is sadly missing in much of today's Democratic party. The country needs more politicians who take this approach and actually listen to their constituents and act on their needs, not the talking points of the political elites."; "It's definitely inspirational, and I intend to hold on tight to its core message: Listen. To. Everyone. Including. Those. With. Whom. You. Think. You. Disagree."; "Gives a guideline and hope for the return of ethics back in politics."