For the Next Generation

America is suffering from a dangerous attack of short-sightedness, outspoken Democrat Debbie Wasserman Schultz writes in For the Next Generation. If they want to ensure prosperity for themselves and an improved way of life for the next generation, they have to change, starting now. Not only do they need a long-term energy solution but they are faced with a critical moment in healthcare as well as sustained economic distress. Yet, such important issues have been sidelined by bitter alliances, personal vendettas, gridlock, and a Congress too concerned about the next election to worry about 2025 or 2030 - at what cost? The cost comes down to a constituency not yet represented by their legislative body: America's children. For the Next Generation will be a call-to-action urging America and their typically dysfunctional Congress to engage in dialogue that fosters change so when today's children are adults they won't be burdened with the same problems.

About the Author :
DEBBIE WASSERMAN SCHULTZ was the youngest woman elected to the Florida state legislature and the first Jewish Congresswoman elected from Florida. Wife, mother of three, and breast cancer survivor, she is currently the Chair of the Democratic National Committee. JULIE M. FENSTER is the author of FDR's Shadow, The Case of Abraham Lincoln, and Ether Day, and co-author of the New York Times bestseller Parish Priest.

Review :
"An interesting perspective on parenting and lawmaking." --Booklist "A forceful statement that cross-party cooperation is necessary to improve political discourse for future generations." --Kirkus Reviews "In For the Next Generation, Debbie Wasserman Schultz sets forth why the progressive agenda is the best solution for America's challenges more persuasively than any I have ever seen. The book is a must read for anyone interested in our nation's future." --former Governor Ed Rendell (D-PA) "Having served with Debbie in Congress, I saw her play many roles: mom, talented legislator, party leader. This excellent book is written by Debbie the mom, and recommends strategies for meaningful reform in our schools and to improve the quality of life and well-being of America's children, like having towns and cities across the country create a Community Report Card for Children. Both parties should embrace this thoughtful proposal." --Jane Harman, former member of Congress (D-CA), Director, President, and CEO of the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars "Debbie Wasserman Schultz's personal stories in For the Next Generation reveal a woman with the grit of a fighter, the courage of a leader, and the heart of a mom. If you want to ensure a better world for your children and grandchildren, you cannot help but be inspired by this book." --Carole King, singer, songwriter, environmental activist "Despite today's rancorous partisanship, Debbie and I are friends. She brings passion and commitment to everything she does, whether it's being in Congress, fighting cancer, leading her daughter's Girl Scout troop or being captain of the Congressional Women's Softball Team. We disagree on policy issues, including many of the ones she writes about here. Debbie Wasserman Schultz will have a leading role on the political stage for a long, long time. It's useful to know how the other side thinks. That's why Republicans and Democrats should read this book." --Ana Navarro, Republican Strategist, CNN Political Commentator An interesting perspective on parenting and lawmaking. "Booklist" A forceful statement that cross-party cooperation is necessary to improve political discourse for future generations. "Kirkus Reviews" In "For the Next Generation, " Debbie Wasserman Schultz sets forth why the progressive agenda is the best solution for America's challenges more persuasively than any I have ever seen. The book is a must read for anyone interested in our nation's future. "former Governor Ed Rendell (D-PA)" Having served with Debbie in Congress, I saw her play many roles: mom, talented legislator, party leader. This excellent book is written by Debbie the mom, and recommends strategies for meaningful reform in our schools and to improve the quality of life and well-being of America's children, like having towns and cities across the country create a Community Report Card for Children. Both parties should embrace this thoughtful proposal. "Jane Harman, former member of Congress (D-CA), Director, President, and CEO of the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars" Debbie Wasserman Schultz's personal stories in "For the Next Generation "reveal a woman with the grit of a fighter, the courage of a leader, and the heart of a mom. If you want to ensure a better world for your children and grandchildren, you cannot help but be inspired by this book. "Carole King, singer, songwriter, environmental activist" Despite today's rancorous partisanship, Debbie and I are friends. She brings passion and commitment to everything she does, whether it's being in Congress, fighting cancer, leading her daughter's Girl Scout troop or being captain of the Congressional Women's Softball Team. We disagree on policy issues, including many of the ones she writes about here. Debbie Wasserman Schultz will have a leading role on the political stage for a long, long time. It's useful to know how the other side thinks. That's why Republicans and Democrats should read this book. "Ana Navarro, Republican Strategist, CNN Political Commentator"" "An interesting perspective on parenting and lawmaking." --"Booklist" "A forceful statement that cross-party cooperation is necessary to improve political discourse for future generations." --"Kirkus Reviews" "In "For the Next Generation, " Debbie Wasserman Schultz sets forth why the progressive agenda is the best solution for America's challenges more persuasively than any I have ever seen. The book is a must read for anyone interested in our nation's future." --former Governor Ed Rendell (D-PA) "Having served with Debbie in Congress, I saw her play many roles: mom, talented legislator, party leader. This excellent book is written by Debbie the mom, and recommends strategies for meaningful reform in our schools and to improve the quality of life and well-being of America's children, like having towns and cities across the country create a Community Report Card for Children. Both parties should embrace this thoughtful proposal." --Jane Harman, former member of Congress (D-CA), Director, President, and CEO of the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars "Debbie Wasserman Schultz's personal stories in "For the Next Generation "reveal a woman with the grit of a fighter, the courage of a leader, and the heart of a mom. If you want to ensure a better world for your children and grandchildren, you cannot help but be inspired by this book." --Carole King, singer, songwriter, environmental activist "Despite today's rancorous partisanship, Debbie and I are friends. She brings passion and commitment to everything she does, whether it's being in Congress, fighting cancer, leading her daughter's Girl Scout troop or being captain of the Congressional Women's Softball Team. We disagree on policy issues, including many of the ones she writes about here. Debbie Wasserman Schultz will have a leading role on the political stage for a long, long time. It's useful to know how the other side thinks. That's why Republicans and Democrats should read this book." --Ana Navarro, Republican Strategist, CNN Political Commentator "Elected to the Florida legislature at 26, Schultz was determined to be a children's advocate even before she'd started her own family. At the end of her eight-year career in state office, Schultz went on to Congress and has continued her child-centric perspective in legislation on improved public education and affordable health care, gun control and reproductive rights, immigration policy and foreign policy. She recalls her experiences with the legislative process of partisanship and gridlock that threatens any efforts at constructive legislation, ultimately at the cost of American children. Noting how few women with young children are members of Congress, Schultz appeals for resolution of political discord and issues a challenge to adopt a parent's perspective on how lawmaking or the lack of it will affect future generations. Throughout, she offers remembrances of her three children growing up--constant reminders of the significance of her job to the future of her children and other children. An interesting perspective on parenting and lawmaking." --"Booklist"Review "Democratic National Committee chair Schultz assembles a party platform and memoir organized around improving the lives of America's children, in a debut co-authored by Fenster ("FDR's Shadow: Louis Howe, the Force that Shaped Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt," 2009, etc.). A frankly partisan political treatment anticipating the upcoming midterm elections, the author's detailed discussion of the issues chronicles the effects of legislative obstructionism and should help fill in the record for all voters. At age 26, Schultz was the youngest woman ever elected to Florida's state legislature, and she was elected to Congress in 2005, where she has specifically championed the rights of women and children. She is an advocate for bipartisanship and policies based, above all, on fairness. She reviews the major planks in the Democratic Party's platform, from reform of the financial system to glo "Throughout, she offers remembrances of her three children growing up--constant reminders of the significance of her job to the future of her children and other children. An interesting perspective on parenting and lawmaking." --"Booklist"Review "A frankly partisan political treatment anticipating the upcoming midterm elections, the author's detailed discussion of the issues chronicles the effects of legislative obstructionism and should help fill in the record for all voters...she delivers a forceful statement that cross-party cooperation is necessary to improve political discourse for future generations." --"Kirkus"Review "In "For the Next Generation, " Debbie Wasserman Schultz sets forth why the progressive agenda is the best solution for America's challenges more persuasively than any I have ever seen. The book is a must read for anyone interested in our nation's future." --former Governor Ed Rendell (D-PA) "Having served with Debbie in Congress, I saw her play many roles: mom, talented legislator, party leader. This excellent book is written by Debbie the mom, and recommends strategies for meaningful reform in our schools and to improve the quality of life and well-being of America's children, like having towns and cities across the country create a Community Report Card for Children. Both parties should embrace this thoughtful proposal." --Jane Harman, former member of Congress (D-CA), Director, President, and CEO of the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars "Debbie Wasserman Schultz's personal stories in "For the Next Generation "reveal a woman with the grit of a fighter, the courage of a leader, and the heart of a mom. If you want to ensure a better world for your children and grandchildren, you cannot help but be inspired by this book." --Carole King, singer, songwriter, environmental activist "Despite today's rancorous partisanship, Debbie and I are friends. She brings passion and commitment to every "Debbie Wasserman Schultz's personal stories in "For the Next Generation "reveal a woman with the grit of a fighter, the courage of a leader, and the heart of a mom. If you want to ensure a better world for your children and grandchildren, you cannot help but be inspired by this book." --Carole King, singer, songwriter, environmental activist "Having served with Debbie in Congress, I saw her play many roles: mom, talented legislator, party leader. This excellent book is written by Debbie the mom, and recommends strategies for meaningful reform in our schools and to improve the quality of life and well-being of America's children, like having towns and cities across the country create a Community Report Card for Children. Both parties should embrace this thoughtful proposal." --Jane Harman, former Congresswoman (D-CA) "In "For the Next Generation, " Debbie Wasserman Schultz sets forth why the progressive agenda is the best solution for America's challenges more persuasively than any I have ever seen. The book is a must read for anyone interested in our nation's future." --former Governor Ed Rendell (D-PA) "An interesting perspective on parenting and lawmaking." --"Booklist" Review "In "For the Next Generation, " Debbie Wasserman Schultz sets forth why the progressive agenda is the best solution for America's challenges more persuasively than any I have ever seen. The book is a must read for anyone interested in our nation's future." --former Governor Ed Rendell (D-PA)