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Senator Edward Kennedy reveals his inspired plan to revive the lapsed ideals of our nation.
With a Senate career that has spanned more than four decades, Edward M. Kennedy has become one of the strongest voices in American politics. In America Back on Track, he argues that America is at a crossroads, having reached a point where it has departed more deeply from its fundamental ideals than at any time in its modern history. In response to the erosion of the nations basic values, he presents a sweeping agenda for reform and renewal, speaking to the countrys most significant needs at home and abroad. National security, the war in Iraq, terrorism, and key domestic challenges such as jobs, health care, education, civil rights, energy, and the environment all receive major attention in his proposals to counter the harmful policies of the current administration, restore Americas respect in the world, and create a better America here at home where democracy, individual opportunity, equal justice, and innovation can flourish. With his first major policy book in more than twenty years, Senator Kennedy takes an in- depth look at our modern political landscape and offers innovative policies that he genuinely believes will guide the country effectively to the future.
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"Whether Kennedy fans or not, readers will appreciate his heartfelt concerns about the nation's direction and the ideals we all share." Booklist
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"Among the challenges Kennedy identifies are restoring constitutional democracy and national security through a more balanced, bipartisan dialog between the executive and legislative branches....He often supports his proposed solutions with examples of programs that have shown results or promise." Library Journal
Synopsis
With his first major policy book in more than 40 years, Senator Edward Kennedy reveals a critical plan to revive the lapsed values of the nation.
Synopsis
From one of America's most respected progressive voices comes an inspiring vision of reform and renewal In a Senate career spanning more than four decades, Edward M. Kennedy has become one of the most authoritative voices in American politics. His first major book in more than twenty years, America Back on Track argues that our nation has departed more deeply from its fundamental ideals than at any time in modern history. From a dangerous foreign policy to the threats against constitutional checks and balances, Kennedy tackles the country's gravest concerns and charts a course toward a stronger, freer, and fairer America. A provocative call to action, this will be read by everyone seeking political clarity in these tumultuous times.
About the Author
Senator Edward M. Kennedy has represented Massachusetts in the U.S. Senate since he was first elected in 1962. He is currently the senior Democrat on the Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee and is a member of the Armed Services Committee and the Judiciary Committee.