political participation

Examines all levels and branches of government plus citizens' participation in and relationship with those institutions.

The author describes his book tour through the United States, as he travels alone across the country driving a Prius he nicknamed "Mule.".

Arianna Huffington's call to arms that challenges the average American to seize the government back from the special interests that now hold it hostage and restore control to the people themselves.

Argues in favor of the new radical middle as a solution to the divisiveness of the two major political parties in the United States. Proposes innovative solutions to the problems of health care, corporate responsibility, and a fair draft policy should it be instituted.

Presents personal stories from fifty members of the liberal political action organization MoveOn about the specific ways in which they have tried to make a difference in their communities, nation, and world, and includes related tips and resources at the end of each essay.

Nubbs's friends learn the value of citizenship when he recruits them to help him turn a vacant lot into a grove.