Courage in The People's House: Nine Trailblazing Representatives Who Shaped Amer

Description: Courage in The People's House by Joe Neguse Featuring the remarkable stories of nine US Representatives who helped shape America, Courage in the Peoples House is a "reminder of how courage can make a difference, and how, especially in the darkest of times, the lessons of history are most needed" (Booklist).In this "well-written addition to the history of Congress" (Kirkus Reviews), Courage in the Peoples House tells the "accessible and well-researched" (Booklist) stories of nine individuals who served in the US House of Representatives—the "Peoples House"—during a span of over one hundred years, from the 1870s to the 1990s. From the first African American to serve in the House to immigrants elected at the dawn of the 20th century, all were trailblazers who made significant contributions to the country. The book provides an inspiring story of America through profiles of each of them, representatives of all political stripes who overcame the odds and demonstrated the courage to challenge powerful interests, and at times, their own political allies. The nine members of Congress are: -Joseph Rainey, South Carolina -Josiah Walls, Florida -William B. Wilson, Pennsylvania -Adolph Sabath, Illinois -Oscar Stanton De Priest, Illinois -Margaret Chase Smith, Maine -Henry B. Gonzalez, Texas -Shirley Chisholm, New York -Barbara Jordan, Texas In this "brisk and spirited debut" (Publishers Weekly), Representative Joe Neguse, the first African American elected to Congress from Colorado, shares how these nine ordinary Americans served nobly despite the barriers before them and did extraordinary things in service to their constituents, the Constitution, and the country. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Author Biography Congressman Joe Neguse represents Colorados 2nd District in the US House of Representatives. A lawyer and former state cabinet official, he was elected to his first term in November 2018. He serves as a member of the House Judiciary Committee, Natural Resources Committee, and Rules Committee, and in February 2021 served as a House impeachment manager. Review "A collection of stories about members of the House of Representatives who exhibited political and moral bravery. . . . Neguses profiles are admirably crafted, accessible, and well researched. This is a fine first effort. . . . A well-written addition to the history of Congress." * Kirkus Reviews *"Colorado congressman Neguse profiles nine of his predecessors in the House of Representatives in his brisk and spirited debut. . . . Neguse optimistically concludes that the potential for political courage in the House remains robust in 2023. His judicious selection of subjects will give some readers hope." * Publishers Weekly * Details ISBN1982191678 Author Joe Neguse Short Title Courage in the Peoples House Publisher Simon & Schuster Language English Year 2023 ISBN-10 1982191678 ISBN-13 9781982191672 Format Hardcover Subtitle Nine Trailblazing Representatives Who Shaped America Pages 288 Imprint Simon & Schuster Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States Illustrations b-w chapter openers t-o; NZ Release Date 2023-08-08 UK Release Date 2023-08-08 Publication Date 2023-08-01 Alternative 9781982191689 Audience General US Release Date 2023-08-01 AU Release Date 2023-09-19 DEWEY B We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:143058439;

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