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In his latest eye-opening exploration, political maverick Ralph Nader dissects the astonishing twists and turns of the 2020 presidential election, a race that left the nation on the edge of its seat. Although Joe Biden clinched victory with a substantial popular vote lead, Nader unveils the precarious nature of the outcome, where a mere 100,000 votes in key swing states could have catapulted Donald Trump back to the presidency. In Let's Start the RevolutionNader asks: How did the Democrats, despite winning the 2020 election, find themselves teetering on the edge of defeat? The answers, he finds, lie in the Democratic Party's gradual decline into decrepitude-a self-isolation from blue-collar America, an unhealthy fixation on corporate funding, and an alarming aversion to introspection. Nader argues that the Democrats' abandonment of their base and failure to address critical issues allowed the Republicans to solidify their hold on key states. Let's Start the Revolutionexposes the insular nature of the Democratic Party apparatus, adept at fundraising but detached from the grassroots movements that truly define the political landscape. Nader argues that the focus on dollars over principles has eroded the authenticity of the Democratic Party's rhetoric on workers, consumers, and children. Drawing on historical parallels and real-life examples, Nader unearths the pitfalls of relying on political and media consultants who prioritize corporate interests over the needs of the people,isolating candidates from progressive citizen organizations and obstructing crucial, campaign-winning agendas. As Nader dissects the Democratic Party's stagnation, he offers a compelling narrative on its post-2010 decline, exploring the devastating impact of gerrymandering and the loss of over 1000 state legislative seats. The book highlights the party's inability to connect with voters, missing opportunities for meaningful engagement, and perpetuating a cycle of defeat. The Democrats have written off competing in half the country and have ceased tobe a true national party. Let's Startthe Revolution is not just a critique but a call to action. Nader advocates for a genuine relationship between the Democratic Party and the everyday lives of the people it seeks to represent. Based on his deep understanding of the necessities, anxieties, and dreams of millions of families, Nader charts a path forward-a path that prioritizes authenticity, community engagement, and a relentless pursuit of the common good. In a political landscape marred by a ""divide and rule"" polarization emanating from thepower struggle between the major parties, this bookserves as a vital roadmap for revitalizing democracy, empowering all citizens, and steering the Democratic Party away fromcronyism and complacency. Ralph Nader's latest work is a rallying cry for those who believe in the power of the people to arousethe heart of American democracy.

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"Praise for Ralph Nader: ""Nader is one of America’s most effective social critics.""―Forbes ""The U.S.'s toughest customer.""--Time  ""America’s most tenacious corporate-dragon slayer.”―Washington Independent Review of Books ""Ralph Nader is without a doubt the most dedicated, fearless, and intelligent citizen crusader America has ever been fortunate enough to have in our midst.""―Nomi Prins, author, All the Presidents' Bankers ""I read Ralph Nader for the same reasons that I read Tom Paine. He knows what he thinks, says what he means, and his courage is a lesson for us all.”―Lewis Lapham, author of Gag Rule and Age of Folly “For a half century Ralph Nader has said what he thinks, written what he believes, and told it like it is—even to presidents.”--Robert B. Reich, chancellor’s professor of public policy, University of California at Berkeley, and former US secretary of labor “Since the Progressive era, Ralph Nader has done more than anyone else to protect American consumers. With this utopian fantasy, he shows us how good he thinks things could be.”--Warren Beatty “Ralph Nader is our indispensable voice of outrage against corporate corruption, greed, invasion of privacy, and abuse of power.”--James Galbraith, author of Created Unequal: The Crisis in American Pay “When I was a kid I had three heroes: Batman, Spiderman, and Ralph Nader. He’s a people’s superhero.”--Winona Duke, co-chair of the Indigenous Women’s Network  "

"Praise for Ralph Nader: ""Nader is one of America’s most effective social critics.""―Forbes ""The U.S.'s toughest customer.""--Time  ""America’s most tenacious corporate-dragon slayer.”―Washington Independent Review of Books ""Ralph Nader is without a doubt the most dedicated, fearless, and intelligent citizen crusader America has ever been fortunate enough to have in our midst.""―Nomi Prins, author, All the Presidents' Bankers ""I read Ralph Nader for the same reasons that I read Tom Paine. He knows what he thinks, says what he means, and his courage is a lesson for us all.”―Lewis Lapham “For a half century Ralph Nader has said what he thinks, written what he believes, and told it like it is—even to presidents.”--Robert B. Reich, chancellor’s professor of public policy, University of California at Berkeley, and former US secretary of labor “Since the Progressive era, Ralph Nader has done more than anyone else to protect American consumers. With this utopian fantasy, he shows us how good he thinks things could be.”--Warren Beatty “Ralph Nader is our indispensable voice of outrage against corporate corruption, greed, invasion of privacy, and abuse of power.”--James Galbraith, author of Created Unequal: The Crisis in American Pay “When I was a kid I had three heroes: Batman, Spiderman, and Ralph Nader. He’s a people’s superhero.”--Winona Duke, co-chair of the Indigenous Women’s Network  "

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Ralph Nader is an author, a lecturer, an attorney, and an American political activist in areas of consumer and worker protection, humanitarianism, environmentalism, and democratic government. He is the bestselling author of many books, includingUnsafe at Any Speed, a critique of the safety record of American automobile manufacturers. The book led to congressional hearings and automobile safety laws passed in 1966, including the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. He was instrumental in the creation of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CSPC), and the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA). Many lives have been saved by Nader's involvement in the recall of millions of unsafe consumer products, including defective motor vehicles, and in the protection of laborers and the environment. By starting dozens of citizen groups, Ralph Nader has created an atmosphere of corporate and governmental accountability.Nader is a four-time candidate for president of the United States, having run as the Green Party nominee in 1996 and 2000 and as an independent candidate in 2004 and 2008.

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