The Character of American Democracy - by Jill Long Thompson (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br><p>-A bipartisan call for the return to ethics within both the US government, and the citizenry.</p><p>Argues that fairness in participation, and integrity in elections are only methods to improve trust in Government</p><p>-Written by former US Congresswoman representing Indiana.</p><p>-Has been endorsed by numerous high-profile Politicians, included John Lewis and Leon Panetta.</p></p><p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p>"We live in an age that demonstrates the powerful need for ethics in government. Democracy is a privilege that carries with it important responsibilities for the people and their representatives. As we look back on this era and determine the future of this nation, Dr. Long Thompson's book will be a resource for Americans who are seeking ways to secure our democracy and our future as a nation." Congressman John Lewis, Georgia's 5th District.</p><p>Ethical leadership, steeped in integrity and fairness, matters. The future of our nation and our world depends upon the quality of America's character. In this uncompromising, absorbing look at our government and society today, Jill Long Thompson persuasively argues that we all have a meaningful role to play in shaping America's character and future. The citizenry, as well as their elected officials, are responsible for protecting fairness of participation and integrity in elections, as well as in the adoption and execution of laws. In this troubling time when the public is losing trust and confidence in our government, Jill Long Thompson shows us a bipartisan way forward.</p><p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br><p><i>The Character of American Democracy</i> is a timely and essential overview of what ordinary citizens and elected officials alike are called upon to do in a democracy that is fueled by a capitalist economy.</p>-- "Nuvo"<br><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br><p>A former Congresswoman from Indiana, Jill Long Thompson taught ethics as a Visiting Clinical Associate Professor at the Kelley School of Business and the School of Public and Environmental Affairs at Indiana University Bloomington and is now Visiting Scholar with the Ostrom Workshop. Until 2015 she was board chair and CEO of the Farm Credit Administration, a position to which she was appointed by President Barack Obama.</p>
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