- Paperback: 216 pages
- Publisher: Basic Books (Jun 1 2004)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0813342821
- ISBN-13: 978-0813342825
- Product Dimensions: 20.6 x 14 x 1.5 cm
- Shipping Weight: 272 g
- Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
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From Publishers Weekly
It’s time for the handbooks on political involvement leading up to the election, and here’s one from Cohen, the amiable co-founder of Ben and Jerry’s ice cream and president of online activist group TrueMajorityACTION.org, and co-author Salzman, a nonprorfit communications consultant. Many of the tips are familiar (write an op-ed piece, help with voter registration), some are more creative (Dress in a duck costume and carry a sign "Bush Is Ducking the Debates"), and some are just corny ("Pets for Regime Change"), as is the humor at times. Elsewhere, it can be downright ad hominem ("You may ask yourself, ‘Will my pet want to help?’..a few pets may be swayed by Dubya’s monkey-like looks…"). But for those who want to take action, there are many useful tips here, complete with step-by-step instructions and information on resources. And the authors run through the numbers from 2000 to convince independents and Greens not to vote for Nader this time around.
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Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.
Book Description
The election year is upon us, and the time is now. We've talked enough about the last four years. It is time for action, and 50 Ways YOU Can Show George the Door in 2004 is the handbook you need to get started. With the creativity and insight of well-known activists Ben Cohen, co-founder of Ben & Jerry's and president of the online activist organization TrueMajorityACTION.org, and Jason Salzman, former campaign director for Greenpeace and president of Cause communications, this practical guidebook explains what YOU can actually do to show George the door. Use it to translate your anger at Bush into productive action to help defeat him in the November election. Cohen and Salzman explain:-Beating Bush in Swing States, Even if You Don't Live in One-Taking Advantage of Talk Radio, Letters-to-the-Editor, and Blogs-Spreading the Word in Cafes, Bars, and Bathrooms-Using Your House, Car, Pet, Business, and Your Body-Registering People to Vote (via the Internet and Elsewhere)-Raising Money, and Having Fun Doing it!So if you have a few minutes, days, or even months to spare, or if you're an everyday citizen, a savvy political organizer, or an Anybody-But-Bush guerilla activist, Ben Cohen and Jason Salzman have a punch list of suggestions to help you make a difference this election year. Just select one or more of the user-friendly actions in this book, get off your couch, and do something. Or, do something from your couch if you must! But, DO SOMETHING! 50 Ways YOU Can Show George the Door in 2004 shows you how. If we're going to send Bush back to Texas in November, you need to pitch in. This book is the place to start.
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The Time Has Come To Make Dubbya Phish Food!,
By Kendra Nychel (Chicago, IL, USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: 50 Ways You Can Show George the Door in 2004 (Paperback)
This book does for activism what Cherry Garcia did for the ice cream industry. It's taken everything hardcore, traditional activists know, combined it with updated and creative strategies, and added the fun-loving, humorous attitude that could only come from someone crazy enough to develop Chunky Monkey. The book is well written and contains excellent research, such as an expanded appendix with voting regulations for each state, that will be useful long after George W. Bush is defeated. The ideas range in both commitment and orginality, from writing a letter to the editor to singing anti-Bush Karaoke songs that anyone from the "practical, concerned and busy person" to the "anybody-but-Bush guerilla" will enjoy. One thing is for certain: Cohen and Salzman are passionate about showing George the door and they need our help to do it!
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Get active and have fun doing it,
By Duane Peterson (Pasadena, California) - See all my reviews
This review is from: 50 Ways You Can Show George the Door in 2004 (Paperback)
Most current affairs tomes are dense and daunting. This one's hilarious and helpful at the same time. While exposing the president's record, it offers specific how-to's on what people can actually do to dump Bush. Not just the standard struff like voter registration, but innovative activities like organizing a "Pub Crawl" or chalk stamping the sidewalk. Fun and useful, from the guy who brought us Cherry Garcia.
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Put your hobby to work against Bush!,
By JMaster (Washington, DC United States) - See all my reviews
This review is from: 50 Ways You Can Show George the Door in 2004 (Paperback)
This is a great book for people who want to help throw Bush out of office, but don't know where to start. I loved the chapter about using activities you already enjoy to raise money and get others involved (Run Against Bush, Pub Crawls Against Bush, etc.). Not everyone can be a big donor, but we all can donate some time and creative energy!
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