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Fight Like a Mother
304 pages, 2019
economics & politics
987 books
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999 booksIn the hours after a gunman killed 20 young children and six adults at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Connecticut, on December 14, 2012, mothers Shannon Watts and Rebecca Peters began discussing what they could do to change the culture of gun violence in America.
Watts decided she had to educate the public on how easy it is for dangerous people to buy guns. She contacted media outlets, and her story was soon featured in The Washington Post. Her Facebook page calling for a national march against gun violence became a grassroots phenomenon as thousands joined Watts’ cause.
In this riveting memoir, Watts recounts her own story of empowering activism and offers practical steps that everyone can take to help create meaningful change in their own communities.
In Fight Like a Mother, Shannon Watts shows us the power of grassroots movements. She started Moms Demand Action from her kitchen table and it grew into a national force. This book will inspire you to see how ordinary people can make extraordinary changes.
Watts emphasizes the importance of persistence in achieving your goals. Despite facing numerous obstacles and setbacks, she never gave up on her mission to reduce gun violence. This book will encourage you to keep going, even when the odds seem stacked against you.
The book explores the role of social media in mobilizing support and spreading awareness. Watts used Facebook to connect with like-minded people and build a community. It's a great reminder of how we can use technology to drive social change.
Watts challenges the stereotype that mothers are weak or passive. In Fight Like a Mother, she shows that motherhood can be a source of strength and resilience. This book will make you rethink what it means to 'fight like a mother'.
The book provides a deep look into the world of gun control advocacy. Watts shares her experiences and insights, shedding light on the complexities of this issue. If you're interested in gun control or advocacy work, this book is a must-read.
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Shannon Watts has written a powerful book that tells the story of how a grieving mother's raw anger turned into a powerful national movement. Fight Like a Mother is a compelling account of how one woman turned her sorrow into a revolution, and how she is changing the conversation about gun violence in America.
Elizabeth Warren - US Senator, MassachusettsShannon Watts has channeled her anger, sadness, and love for her children into the fight of her life - and ours. Fight Like a Mother is the incredible account how one mother's cry for change became the driving force behind gun safety progress.
Gabby Giffords - Former US RepresentativeFight Like a Mother is a testament to the power of citizen activism and the change that we can all bring about if we just put our minds to it. Shannon's work is a compelling reminder of the power of women to shape our country's destiny.
Cecile Richards - Women's Rights ActivistShannon Watts's Fight Like a Mother is the book we've all been waiting for: a guide for how we can all make a difference in the fight against gun violence. It's a book filled with inspiration and instruction for anyone wanting to make their world a better place.
Julianne Moore - Actress, ActivistFight Like a Mother is a truly inspiring read. Shannon Watts has taken tragedy and turned it into action, building one of the most powerful movements of our time. Her book is a call to action for anyone who wants to make a difference in our world.
Alyssa Milano - Actress, ActivistRecommendations
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