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Summary: Smells Like Yesterday
Review: If this is the future then I'm selling my stocks. The writing was almost unreadable, and somehow the material already seems dated (how often have you heard Generation X spoken of as a block lately-- like some roped off herd). If the book itself is a standout for our generation, we really will settle for less.
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Summary: Very talented writer
Review: Im an Investment Banker in NYC/ training for the marathon and get absolutely no time to read. But I saw Michelle on a TV program and was struck by her savvy and was intrigued so I decided to buy her book. Basically it was a great choice. BTW she is extremely attractive too.
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Summary: The Politics of the Future
Review: In this book, Michelle Mitchell clears up one of the biggest misconceptions about the 18-35 year old crowd. Too often they are written off as self-indulgent, tuned out brats. Mitchell makes the compelling case that what is often perceived as cynicism is really just healthy skepticism. After all, this is a generation that has been marketed to and spun for their entire lives. No wonder they want to know the facts and judge for themselves. She also makes a stong case that what this generation needs more than anything else from their political leaders is authenticity. They want someone who will tell them the truth, even if it is unpleasant and then lay out a compelling vision as to how to approach the problem, an approach that includes a role for them. Until such a person comes along, this generation will be perfectly content to satisfy their political urges in local direct action and forego much activity on the national political scene. If what you do isn't going to make a difference, then why bother playing that game? Why not play a game that show immediate results, seems to be the attitude. All in all, this is an enjoyable read that is filled with insight for anyone who hopes to reach this increasingly important demographic block of voters.
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Summary: The Politics of the Future
Review: In this book, Michelle Mitchell clears up one of the biggest misconceptions about the 18-35 year old crowd. Too often they are written off as self-indulgent, tuned out brats. Mitchell makes the compelling case that what is often perceived as cynicism is really just healthy skepticism. After all, this is a generation that has been marketed to and spun for their entire lives. No wonder they want to know the facts and judge for themselves. She also makes a stong case that what this generation needs more than anything else from their political leaders is authenticity. They want someone who will tell them the truth, even if it is unpleasant and then lay out a compelling vision as to how to approach the problem, an approach that includes a role for them. Until such a person comes along, this generation will be perfectly content to satisfy their political urges in local direct action and forego much activity on the national political scene. If what you do isn't going to make a difference, then why bother playing that game? Why not play a game that show immediate results, seems to be the attitude. All in all, this is an enjoyable read that is filled with insight for anyone who hopes to reach this increasingly important demographic block of voters.
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Summary: The work deserves neither the credit nor the harsh criticism
Review: Mitchell does deserve credit for being one of the few authors willing to rebut some of the stereotypes that surround "generation X." However, the work is clearly not as comprehensive as some proclaim it to be. The specific "case studies" Mitchell uses are not fully explored and in many cases it seems as if significant detail has been left out. By virtue of her experience in D.C. Mitchell's contacts and experiences are not that of the typical member of this generation. This book is certainly an easy to read and innovative work. Hopefully it will encourage other authors to follow her lead and dispel the gen X stereotypes with more conclusive evidence.
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Summary: An eye-popping genre of an American Political future
Review: Ms. Mitchell walks you effortlessly through the seemingly endless tide of statistics and baby "booming" attitudes. She takes you out of the endless "spin" cycle by putting you inside the people running politics. She pummels assumed realities of the changing nature of generation-politics; bouncing from Capital Hill to the political evolution and involvement of young Americans; Mitchell convincingly shows the congruence of political thinking of 18-35ers. Her insiders view provides what could be the critical link to ending the political misunderstanding between the US and THEM of now separated political generations. This is a must for an early Xmas gift for your favorite politician.
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Summary: Unfairly reviewed
Review: Since I see no obvious place to review the review I will do it here -- The sole review posted here (on 6/9/98) is written by someone who is either immature or a spurned acquaintence of the author. How can a putatively respected company like Amazon allow such reviews? No review process? You can't tell if the reviewer actually read it or has any idea what's in it. I've heard much better things about the book and the implications for the future of American politics -- but the reviewer doesn't even mention his own thoughts on the topic. The Web has too much unmonitored garbage for you to be adding to it. The "10" rating reflects my irritation at Amazon and not my reading of the book -- I have not gotten a copy yet.
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Summary: This book has proven to be a joke
Review: This author wrote a book full of superficial anecdotes that are supposed to pass for analysis. Anyone really interested in politics should disregard this foolishness. There is no methodological rigor here and a lot of hot air. This one is destined for the discount bins in book stores, if not the trash cans.
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Summary: wild, wacky, wishing it could be more gonzo!
Review: This book is not bad. It gives hope to those of us who know that this country can become great again. Ms. Mitchel has a sassy style, and you can tell she moves with comfort in the inner circles. As a personal note, she is one good looking dame, nice jacket photo.
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Summary: simply terrible
Review: This book is shallow, poorly written, and lacks logical thinking. Don't waste your money or time on this.
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