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The Gardens of Democracy: A New American Story

The Gardens of Democracy: A New American Story

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The provided text consists of excerpts and descriptive information about the book, "The Gardens of Democracy: A New American Story of Citizenship, the Economy, and the Role of Government," authored by Eric Liu and Nick Hanauer. This political science work, published in 2011, calls for citizens to actively participate in revitalizing American democracy by moving power away from large governmental structures and embracing cross-aisle cooperation. The book advocates for updating basic democratic assumptions for the 21st century to address pressing issues like the income gap, climate change, and social justice. Furthermore, it seeks to redefine prosperity, urging a shift from an individualistic, top-percentile focus to a communal philosophy where everyone benefits from shared progress. The source also includes biographical details about the authors, noting their backgrounds in entrepreneurship, activism, and government service, highlighting their previous collaborative work.

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