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Renegade for Peace and Justice: Congresswoman Barbara Lee Speaks for Me

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Barbara Lee's book is very interesting, especially

her life before politics. This gal is a real hero and

really what America is about. By heard work, by not

being involved in the prison of fear, she conquered all.

If all Congresspeople had come up the same fashion I think we

would have a very exciting Congress.

Willliam Forst

Renegade for Peace and Justice: Congresswoman Barbara Lee Speaks for Me is something everyone should read including middle school students.

It was a quick read. I learned some things I didn't know. For one I never knew that Lee was an active member of the Black Panther Party during her days as a college student at Mills College in Oakland. Growing up she was a domestic violence victim, as was her mother before her. That was a surprise. I could never imagine a man even thinking of beating her down.

When I lived in the Bay Area I had a chance to talk one on one with Lee twice. I found her to be honest, straightforward, and eager to listen to her constituents. That is a trait often unheard of these days. Most politicians only seem interested in campaign contributors not the everyday worker.

The first chapter of the book is a bit slow but it takes off after that. It is also unfortunate that the black and white photos are of such poor quality.

I particularly found her decision to vote against the Baby Bush war and the reactions to it captivating. Not many people in history have had the courage she has.

This is a book I have been waiting a long time for. It was well worth the read and I am anxiously looking forward to her next book.

Dwight

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