Vote Your Conscience : The Last Campaign of George McGovern

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Summary: Marano Sets the Record Straight
Review: Richard Marano provides an in-depth analysis of one of history's most honest, forthright and moral political figures. Marano points out the historical inaccuracies and political misconceptions of George McGovern that plagued him in his last campaign of 1984. Marano also illustrates the pitfalls of the horse-race mentality of American politics, that which overemphasizes the importance of winning verses losing. This mentality adversely affects otherwise highly qualified candidates such as George McGovern as well as the mindset of the voters themselves. Vote Your Conscience makes the reader aware that, despite his shortcomings in the win-loss column, George McGovern's efforts did have a positive impact on society and politics. Marano provides thorough research and rare insight into the life and the ideals of this extraordinary man and well-qualified candidate. He also takes the reader deep inside the political process itself. Richard Marano reminds us to look beyond the hype and headlines, and to look within ourselves and to the raw truth behind the political spotlight, when we cast our votes.

I highly recommend this book.