Jesse Hirsh comments on Transforming Power

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Submitted by Judy Rebick on Mon, 04/27/2009 - 9:03am

Jesse Hirsh ubergeek and internet columnist for CBC wrote a brief review of Transforming Power that he sent me today.  Here's his view, post yours:

Judy Rebick's book Transforming Power provides both a vivid history of the social movements of the last 30 years and a framework for understanding the origins of social media. While the democratizing potential of the Internet is often alluded to, Judy demonstrates how it can manifest, by connecting the values of the online world with the movements active on the ground, all across the globe. The power of dialogue should not be underestimated, and Judy's insights demonstrate how it can be applied to all sorts of contexts, creating processes and outcomes that are both socially just and personally empowering.
 
 

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Submitted by Anna Baggio (not verified) on Mon, 04/27/2009 - 3:52pm.

One of the best parts for me, of Judy's book Transforming Power, is accompanying Judy on her personal journey as an activist and campaigner. The way Judy writes about the truths that shook her are fantastic and wonderful. I especially like the part about not having all the answers (see page 190). As campaigners it is our duty to always have a plan, know our next steps and know our truths but sometimes we don't always know. And sometimes we don't have to have all the answers.

This book is mandatory reading for anyone interested in creating change or taking better care of our planet and our communities.

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