Voices for Change: Women's Words to Politicians (Paperback)

by Donna Stringer (Editor), Barbara Grant (Editor), Karen DeNinno (Editor), Shanah Walters (Editor)

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A Timely Discourse From the Most Powerful Subsection of the American Electorate

"I strongly encourage all women to become involved within their communities and to create meaningful political dialogue. Every issue and aspect of politics effects women, and as women's influence in government and politics continue to grow our country stands to gain from that involvement." - U.S. Representative, Eddie Bernice Johnson, Texas.

"With women having voted at higher rates than men in every presidential election since 1980, we are finally recognizing women as the most powerful sub-segment of the US electorate. All of us would be well-advised to listen more to what women have to say about what matters to them when going to the polls and choosing their leaders." - Jeanne Haws, Associate Dean, Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs, Princeton University

"It is critically important to support the engagement of women in the political process and dialogue. Too many important voices and too many important issues are not heard. The contributors to this book are raising issues that are important for all members of our democracy to consider." - Governor Christine Gregoire, Washington State.

Product Details

• Paperback: 156 pages
• Publisher: Outskirts Press (July 2, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1432725564
• ISBN-13: 978-1432725563
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 5.9 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #972,383 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Beyond Sound Bites (but short!), August 11, 2008

By	Bonnie Watkins "Executive Director, Minnesota... (www.mnwomen.org) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Women from every state asked to pick one word and take one page to say something for politicians to hear - what could be more intriguing in this age of pre-scripted, pre-digested (eww) sound bites? The preface itself is illuminating, with the sad story of an attempt to meet with a U.S. Senator, who was even ready and willing to meet - defeated by the deep-seated cultural assumption that once we've elected someone, we are relegated to listening to THEIR sound bites, or having our photos taken with them. This book allows "real people" to do the talking, at a deeper level than you ever see in politics, but briefly enough that those who have ears can digest in a short time. Yes yes yes, we are all so busy busy busy. But taking time to listen will do us all good. In the Company of Women: Voices from the Women's Movement

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A very timely and provocative read, August 7, 2008

By	Wendy Farber ""fun-ol-ogist"" (Vermont) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

What a great idea this book is. Women all over the country have thoughtfully chosen words and the images that go along with them that correspond to the values of the feminine. In these times of change, as we rebalance our priorities as a culture, this book is a must read for policy makers and politicians.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Finding a voice, August 11, 2008

By	Patricia A. Cassiday - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

One word describing your hope for leadership?.. for our future?.. What a challenge! This book is a thoughtful collection of snapshots....highlighting real challenges facing our country.
Look inside and feel what is real.
Political responsibility requires a response of action...not rhetoric. Running for office? Your challenge and responsibility......Keep hope alive!