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A Return to Common Sense

How to Fix America Before We Really Blow It

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A Return to Common Sense

By: Leigh McGowan
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A political book for non-political people from viral TikTok sensation PoliticsGirl.

Something’s gone wrong in the Land of the Free and the Home of the Brave. We can all feel it, but if we’re being honest, most of us don’t understand it. At the end of the day, we don’t have all the facts, and if you don’t know how something works, how do you fix it?

A Return to Common Sense is a concise, no-nonsense, dare we say fun, guide to how America works and a roadmap to reclaiming a government of, by, and for the people.

If we truly want to be a land of freedom and opportunity where everyone has a shot at a good life, we must acknowledge the ideals of America are in danger, but worth saving. We fought a revolutionary war for the idea of self-governance and pursuit of happiness—we can’t just give up on it now.

To address the crisis, Leigh McGowan offers Six American Principles. Six ideals, rooted in history, that we can all agree make America, America.

1. America is a land of freedom.

2. Everyone should have the opportunity to rise.

3. Every citizen should have a vote, and that vote should count.

4. Representatives should represent the people who elected them.

5. The law applies to all of us.

6. Government should be a force for good.

Using the Six Principles as guideposts, this book will lay out suggestions for America, to not only find its way out of the mess it’s currently in, but to set a course for a future of which we can all be truly proud.

It’s time to find the courage to step out of our comfort zones and off our team benches to reboot America. If we start here, we start strong.

We can fix this, but the way forward starts with understanding.

©2024 Leigh McGowan (P)2024 Simon & Schuster Audio
Civics & Citizenship History & Theory Thought-Provoking
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Intricate details and history explained in simple, easy to follow dialogue.

I think this is an excellent book and I wish everyone in the United States would read it, especially those who consider themselves patriot, a.k.a. MAGA, a.k.a. conservatives. Sadly, I don’t think that will happen so these words can’t do all the good they should. Thanks to the author and all those involved. I recommend this book, 100%.

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Quick and Enlightening read

100% recommend this book. Great insights from the author and also educational. Kept me so engaged I finished it in a few days.

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Easy listening

The information that it contains is easy to understand.. and up to date with current affairs!!!

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The authors truth and intelligence

Everything she talked about was true and it scares me about our future I am a 71 year old woman and pray for my family

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A Politics Girl For Our Times

Leigh’s take on the current political situation in our country is spot on. I wish that EVERYONE would have read this before November 2024.

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Sould be required listening!

Leigh's perspective and clarity, backed up with her plethora of knowledge, is incredibly valuable and deeply appreciated!!❤️ I am honored to share this planet with such a precious Soul!

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Very enlightening

I really appreciate the well studied subject, especially the analysis of the period since I took American Government in school (70s). Thank you for the thorough explanation and I think all new voters should be required to take a Civics class before being allowed to vote. We encourage people to register and vote without making sure they understand what and who they are voting for or against.

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A Must Read for Anyone in the USA

This was an excellent, balanced look at the history and current status of the government of the USA.

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A Plan to save Democracy with Civics.

Leigh McGowan has a great podcast- PoliticGirls- that is a must listen-to. She have release a great book!!! It tells us how to "Fix America" using 6 principles. The books is interjected with American 101 that provide a Civic/ history lesson. This is a great refresher on American Government and I learned about what my school days didn't teach me. This is must read if you want to learn how to save America using the broken system that we have today.

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Politics For Dummies

Leigh explains how government works so simply and clearly. You don't need a PHD to understand. Loved this book.

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