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I bought this shortly after the 2016 elections. The title described my thoughts. Then I put the book on my shelf because I was feeling too raw. Recently I thought, “I‘d better read this before it‘s obsolete.” Well, the good news is, it isn‘t likely to ever be 100% obsolete. If you read politically, try this book. For me, every essay was worth the time.

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#politics #resistlist #readersresist

This book‘s been on my shelf far too long. Even though it was compiled right after the 2016 election, the concerns still exist. Obvi. And I‘m proud to say I got through 90 pages without feeling sick to my stomach. But that‘s all for today ... back to Mary Oliver poems until I feel like I can continue with this book. #resistlist #readersresist #somedaysitsalltoomuchtoabsorb #notmypresident

I love the idea of this book but am less thrilled with the execution. It is contradictory in places and overall not tremendously helpful. Additionally, it hasn‘t aged well.

The book tagged is actually an older edition as this edition appears not to be in the database.

From the recent WHAT WE DO NOW and feeling more timely than ever :( Practice self care but don't forget to contact your reps about DACA! This book is also a great read.

I thought this collection was stunning for the most part. I particularly enjoyed the essays by George Saunders, Dave Eggars, Linda Sarsour, Rabbi Sharon Klienbaum, and M. Dove Kent.

"Will he be able to put in place all the worst ideas... building a wall; IN PROGRESS
banning and deporting Muslims; ✔️
ending Obamacare; IN PROGRESS
reneging on climate change treaty responsibilities;✔️
expanding libel law;
criminalizing abortion; ✔️
jailing his political opponents;
supporting aggressive stop-and-frisk policing; ✔️ reviving mass surveillance and torture?"

He's an efficient bigot. I'll admit.

I keep trying to give Gloria Steinem chances to show me that her feminism is intersectional so I can cape for her. She keeps disappointing me. I'm gonna keep 😒. #CantEven #Skipped

Feeling irritated and ragey this morning, so this is the perfect book, right?

#JuneBookBugs Day 1 - June Most Anticipated

These are some of the books I'm most anticipating reading in June. Actually, it looks like I'm having a bit of a "Social Justice June" theme with my reading this month, including books about immigration, corruption, slavery, political action, and other relevant themes.

Just finished another #ResistanceRead and returned it to the #library. Admittedly it feels a little dated even now but is still an excellent read full of short essays by powerhouses on topics like women's rights, the environment, the economy, LGBTQ rights, and the media. I would encourage anyone to read who feels scared, frustrated, alone, or just pissed off!

Makes you feel like you aren't so alone. Also keeps in mind all the things you can do.

This book, while obviously rushed to print after the election, was an interesting look at how different communties are reacting to a Trump presidency in the immediate aftermath. Some of the essays tend to hinge on the, "oh boy, what do we do? I think we should help each," message, the latter half of the book offers the most hope for the next four years. That alone is worth the price of admission.

Put like that...

#politics #americanpolitics #trump #lovetrumpshate

Surprise #bookmail is the best! My mum sent me Cinnamon & Gunpowder for Valentine's Day and my sis sent What We Do Now because she wants us to read it together. 💕😃

Essential reading. The ACLU piece is particularly telling, given the strength of protest so far

Well, I did a thing I have wanted to do for a while. And it became especially important once Trump was elected. Today I became an investor in a local independent bookstore. This bookstore has done great community work and stocks very diverse authors, foreign literature and poetry. I've seen so many authors speak there and have always found a sense of togetherness there. So I put my money where my values are and invested. I couldn't be happier!

Getting some reading in while waiting for friends, and then we're off to the national days of action against Islamaphobia and white supremacy protest.

Tired of feeling helpless. Getting inspired.

I'm not as impressed with this as I'd hoped to be overall, but this quote from Gloria Steinem feels particularly apt this morning: "We have learned that family violence is the paradigm of all violence-- other than used in direct self-defense -- and in family violence, the most dangerous time is the moment just before or just after escape. A woman, or anyone escaping, is most likely to be beaten or killed then because she is escaping control."

Solid collection of essays related to various concerns with America led by Trump. I appreciated that they not only covered civil rights issues and the environment, some also looked at economic factors that impacted the election as well. I thought the essays were balanced and well-supported, but I would have liked more of them to include action steps along with their analysis and commentary.

A call to action with a dose of group therapy. I, you, we are not alone. Our feelings are very real. Our concerns are valid. Our collective voice is stronger & more powerful than that of a single person, group, community. What do we do now? We come together; we push ourselves outside our comfort zones; we challenge one another; we respect each other. ✌🏼

I didn't like every single piece but I'm glad I read it. It made me feel less alone in my outrage, fear and sadness. I would recommend it to others but it isn't a straight "how to" manual as much as a book showcasing ways to find your voice. Or making you think about what your voice actually is.

Next up in #Diverseathon. Also, just because.

From the piece "What the media can do" by George Lakoff. I can not imagine what being a serious journalist in this country must be like right now.

#allisnotlost. @Liberty

Almost done with this book of essays from a diverse cast of politicians, activists, and writers. I've found it to be both informative and hopeful. Also I loved the quote on the back cover!

#Allisnotlost...but still. 🌈#pantonecolors #pantone #roygbiv #rainbow 🌈

Most collections are a mixed bag and this one was no exception. I enjoyed some of these,essays more than others, but I appreciated the overall sentiment of hope and unity. I attended the Unity in Diversity rally in my community yesterday and it was uplifting. I firmly believe we all need to stand together against racism, sexism, homophobia, xenophobia, and prejudice against other religions. We are stronger together! Let's spread love!

From one readathon to the next. TBR choices for #diverseathon

Uplifting, unsettling, empowering, discouraging, but most of all IMPORTANT. My canine companion stayed loyally at my side through the reading of this, so she deserved to be in the photo! Now I must escape into some fiction for awhile. #24in48

Back on the train home from an insane wonderful day protesting. So many people showed up that it overflowed onto Michigan and State so they had to cancel the march and make it a rally!

Finishing this one up on the ride home. #womensmarch #24in48

Never should the majority of the burden to end oppression fall on the oppressed. #24in48 #riseup #readingbetweenthelakes

Adding a quote from this book as requested by @McShelfington ... This one by Rea Carey about standing together, which seems appropriate for today. Stay safe, fellow marchers!

"A Vote for Trump may merely have been a vote for change.

But your change is our catastrophe. And your ability to ignore catastrophe is evidence of blinding privilege."

- Brittany Packnett

Starting my first book on the train to the Women's March in Chicago! #24in48 #alreadybehind

The entirety of my overly ambitious #tbr for #24in48

I put together a list of new books to help you survive the first six months of Trump's presidency, up today at Chicago Review of Books.

https://chireviewofbooks.com/2017/01/20/10-new-books-to-help-you-survive-the-fir...

More practical reading recommendations for the #antiinauguration weekend: this collection of essays proposes ways to stand up in ways that will count. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N34C67L/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?_encoding=UTF8&btkr=...

Arrived just in time for #24in48! I'm trying hard to stay positive, but tomorrow is going to be a tough day. Glad I can spend time with books and you Littens this weekend. ❤

I started this book last night! 👍

"If you make yourself a sheep, the wolves will eat you." ~ Benjamin Franklin

Excellent, quick, uplifting, practical. Everything I needed this inauguration week. Authors are non-profit leaders, politicians, activists, writers, etc. Loved the Dave Eggers and the two ACLU essays best.
(By the way the only record in litsy goes to a 2004 edition but this one is 2017 and about Trump not W.)

In today's mail from @Melvillehouse and to the top of the reading list.

Critical reading, out today from @Melvillehouse

"Stay vigilant. Stay focused. Stay OUTRAGED." Linda Sarsour

Getting some much-needed info ready to dump into my brain for the battles to come.

Sorry for the crap photo but you need to hear about these two books from Harper's and Melville House just talked about on Publishers Weekly! Read about them here: http://bit.ly/2heULea I'm so excited. These are the books I think we all need right now. Both are out in paperback JANUARY before Inauguration Day! #overthis @BookishFeminist @lemonlime799