Whether you're spending this summer on the beach, on the picket line, or enjoying the outdoors, we've got some great progressive ideas for books, podcasts, news subscriptions, and even comedy to fill your time!
Click on these links to order any of these books:
I Can Change Everything by PCCC co-founder Stephanie Taylor, illustrations by Laura Brenlla: Our very own Stephanie Taylor teaches kids the power of their imaginations -- from changing their socks and shoes to changing the world. This is a great gift for kids in your life! | |
The Sum Of Us by Heather McGhee: Heather McGhee, one of the sharpest progressive voices in politics, makes clear that bold economic populism and racial equity go hand in hand and lift all boats in this trailblazing book. | |
Unthinkable by Jamie Raskin: Rep. Jamie Raskin recounts the forty-five days that changed his life as he confronted the painful loss of his son to suicide, experienced the violent insurrection at the Capitol, and led the impeachment of President Trump. | |
Franchise: The Golden Arches in Black America by Marcia Chatelain: Dr. Marcia Chatelain won a Pulitzer Prize for this nuanced analysis of how fast food franchises became a source of Black wealth and empowerment -- and at what cost. | |
Art Works: How Organizers and Artists Are Creating a Better World Together by Ken Grossinger: Noted movement leader Ken Grossinger chronicles the organizers and artists on the front lines of political mobilization and social change, distilling lessons and insights from grassroots leaders and luminaries such as Ai Weiwei, Courtland Cox, Jackson Browne, Shepard Fairey, Jane Fonda, Elizabeth Alexander, Bill McKibben, JR, Jose Antonio Vargas, and more. | |
I Swear: Politics Is Messier Than My Minivan by Katie Porter: In her trademark style, Rep.Katie Porter uses her personal experiences and humor to shed light on the complexities of politics and the need for bold, transformative change. | |
Electable by Ali Vitali: After closely covering Elizabeth Warren's 2020 presidential campaign, NBC journalist Ali Vitali delves into the well-worn stereotypes to understand why America has never elected a woman president. | |
The Color of Money by Mehrsa Baradaran: Banking law expert Mehrsa Baradaran takes a hammer to the "self-help" myth that perpetuates the racial wealth gap. | |
The Lie That Binds by Ilyse Hogue: Former NARAL president Ilyse Hogue forcefully argues that the anti-abortion movement’s recent victories foreshadow a larger rollback of democratic rights and social progress. | |
We've Got People by Ryan Grim: Intercept editor Ryan Grim tells never-before-told stories as documents the influence of progressive populists from the late 1980s to the present, including shout outs to PCCC's behind-the-scenes influence! | |
Lady Justice by Dahlia Lithwick: Lawyer and legal commentator Dahlia Lithwick chronicles the unsung bravery of women who used the rule of law to exact accountability during the Trump administration. | |
They Knew by Sarah Kendzior: Called "the Joan Didion of Missouri," Sarah Kendzior turns a critical eye toward the real-world conspiracies and conspiracy theories that threaten democracy. | |
The Scheme: How the Right Wing Used Dark Money to Capture the Supreme Court by Sheldon Whitehouse: Senator Sheldon Whitehouse chronicles a hidden-money campaign involving an armada of front groups, the Federalist Society, and right-wing billionaires to confirm wildly inappropriate nominees who would advance the anti-government agenda of a small number of corporate oligarchs. | |
Win Every Argument: The Art of Debating, Persuading, and Public Speaking by Mehdi Hassan: As a journalist, anchor, and interviewer who has clashed with politicians, generals, spy chiefs, and celebrities from across the world, MSNBC's Mehdi Hasan reveals his tricks of the trade for the first time. | |
Choice Words: Writers on Abortion edited by Annie Finch: With reproductive freedom under unprecedented attack, Choice Words, edited by poet Annie Finch, takes back the cultural conversation on abortion. |
Comedy
Our friend comedian David Cross -- whose video with us about Secretary of State races got over 2 million views in 2022 -- is on tour in your area. Catch a show!
Here are some free progressive podcasts you can download for yourself or share with others:
The Countdown with Keith Olbermann: Keith Olbermann's landmark news show returns -- as a podcast! Tune in with this progressive stalwart for incisive analysis of the daily news.
The Young Turks: While we encourage folks to subscribe and support their work, you can get a taste of their programming with short versions of their episodes for free!
The Majority Report: The first 40 minutes of the Majority Report are available for all to stream or listen to as a podcast, but once you get hooked you'll want to subscribe to access the "fun half" of every episode.
Rachel Maddow Presents: Ultra January 6 wasn't the first time sitting members of Congress aided and abetted a plot to overthrow the government, and it wasn't the first time insurrectionists were criminally charged with plotting to end American democracy for good. This was. Our country should never have forgotten.
Click on these links to subscribe to progressive media -- for you or someone else:
The Young Turks: "You gave me a platform," said Rep. Cori Bush on TYT after her historic victory against an establishment Democrat. TYT was the first online news show to reach 1 billion views, and their viewership is now in the billions! TYT digests the daily news and gives a progressive lens that is much different than corporate media. PCCC members can subscribe for as low as $4.99 per month.
The American Prospect: A magazine built on ideas, politics, and power, TAP's reliable analysis and inquisitive reporting connects progressive policy with viable majority politics. Executive editor David Dayen has lifted TAP to a new level, and raised the bar on investigative journalism into government and corporate power. For a limited time, PCCC members can subscribe to an IDEAS level membership, which includes a print subscription if desired, for just $45 a year.
The Lever: The Lever is a reader-supported investigative news outlet run by David Sirota – a former Bernie Sanders speechwriter and writer for Oscar-nominated Don't Look Up. We were proud to host David Sirota and Elizabeth Warren on a national Zoom event on climate change with PCCC members this year! The Lever holds accountable the people and corporations manipulating the levers of power. PCCC members can subscribe for as low as $8 per month.
The Majority Report: Founded and hosted by Sam Seder, The Majority Report is an award-winning online political talk show that offers some of the best progressive news commentary and longform conversations available today. With co-host Emma Vigeland, The Majority Report's daily show is packed full of news, insightful commentary, and intelligent interviews with some of the most respected minds in politics and world affairs. PCCC members can subscribe for as low as $10 per month, with one month free.
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