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NBA champs the Golden State Warriors say they won’t go to the White House. President Trump says they aren’t invited anyway. Athletes have a long history of political engagement. This is the rousing story of athlete-activists' rise, fall, and resurgence.
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Gay rights have long been a point of contention between governments and their constituents. As part of Pride Month this June, enjoy this highly-readable historical text that explores same-sex relations in 19th century England.
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John McCain’s frank and moving political memoir — written as he confronts cancer — reflects on his past, attacks “spurious nationalism,” and calls with passion for overcoming political polarization.
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The book everyone — including, and especially, the president — is talking about, Comey’s memoir is an in-depth account of the 2016 election and subsequent controversy with 45. A must-read for anyone following the circus of US politics.
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Been second-guessed or gaslit for speaking up? You’re not alone. These stirring essays edited by Roxane Gay are a rallying cry for change. Our pervasive cultural attitude that sexual harassment and violence is “not that bad” is just not good enough.
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