285: Democracy In Retrograde with Sami Sage
Books That Build Book Club
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Last month we had the inaugural meeting of the Books That Build Book Club featuring
, co-author of Democracy In Retrograde. We live streamed to Riverside and YouTube and had such an engaging conversation. It wasn’t all just about politics though…we talked White Lotus too! See…democracy can be fun!I read Democracy In Retrograde last summer and took copious amounts of notes. I shared my entries for each section throughout February and the results of the quiz. Go figure I’m a leader and a creator and some of my goals included creating a book club (succeeded!), reaching out to more of my local elected officials and being not only more vocal but a resource for others.
What We're Talking About
Sami Sage is a co-founder of Betches Media, focusing on millennial and Gen Z audiences.
Betches News aims to make news consumption accessible and relatable.
Politics and culture are intertwined, influencing public perception and engagement.
Civic engagement is a form of self-care, fostering community connections.
Local involvement in politics can have a significant impact on daily lives.
Resistance can take many forms, and small actions can lead to meaningful change.
The old political systems are being rejected, necessitating new approaches.
Conversations across political divides require patience and understanding.
Building community connections enhances personal well-being and social fabric.
Living in accordance with one's values leads to a richer life. Racism and other biases are learned behaviors from parents.
It's crucial to teach kids about complex issues at an age-appropriate level.
Encouraging kids to ask questions helps them form their own opinions.
Parents should instill values that counteract negative societal messages.
The experiences of millennials and Gen Z shape their perspectives in unique ways.
Not all children raised in a certain environment are hopeless causes.
It's beneficial for children to know more about the world around them.
Collaboration in writing can be challenging but rewarding.
Pop culture can reflect and influence societal values and behaviors.
Engaging with media critically can enhance understanding of social dynamics.
