Why I Am a Democrat

by Theodore C. Sorensen

Book Overview

For those Americans who have questioned or forgotten the aims and strengths of the Democratic Party, a well known Democrat from the Kennedy era has written a thoughtful reminder. This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0805044140
• ISBN13: 9780805044140
• Release Date: January 1996
• Publisher: Henry Holt & Company
• Length: 246 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 5.8" x 8.5"

Customer Reviews

Worth the Look

It would be obtuse of me to deny that this book could be construed as biased to an extent. However, Sorenson points out blatant differences between America's two primary political parties, and this is much needed in an era where people apathetically resign to the false belief that they are nearly identical. There are books that do a better job at explaining the differences between the two parties. Being an overall good book in the genre, and Sorenson's ability of putting the ideas in an easily comprehendible format, I give it 4 stars. I would highly recommend this book to anyone who has been left with a sour taste in their mouth, concerning the current political power in America(2006), and the tedious mantra of the ideologues behind it. I would also recommend this book for people in the middle of the political spectrum. Be forewarned, Republicans will only give this book a bad review.

Inspiring.

This is a great book to remind us young Democrats what our party has stood for and stands for. We can be proud of our heritage.Of course this book is going to get nasty reviews from Republicans, but hey, that's why it's a good book!...

A prominent place on my shelf

Like "We're Right, They're Wrong," Sorensen's book is pure pleasure for us unapologetic liberal Democrats (and there are far more of us than is generally acknowledged), reminding us why we are that. Sorensen is an eloquent writer, both principled and pragmatic, who is more respectful to his/our opposition than you would expect (but not without explaining *why* they're his opposition!) His historical background as a witness to the Kennedy years enhances his credibility. While it is short on specific facts (for that, I would recommend American Prospect Magazine, or an E. J. Dionne book), Sorensen's book is inspirational and moving, and will always have a prominent place on my shelf. What a pity that it's out of print.

Sorensen is the poet of the Democratic Party!

Sorensen reminds each Citizen of America that we still have both the abilities and the obligations to serve our families, communities, and country. He asserts that we can do better, and we will do better. Each of us should create hope in places where there is none. We should give of ourselves, in order to grow as a nation. If there is no hope, create some! With every good wish...God Bless America Jeremy Gabriel Bourret (DEMOCRAT)