We Hold These "Truths": How to Spot the Myths that are Holding America Back
In this clear-eyed guide, America’s political experts cut through the spin and expose the myths holding our democracy back.

Our political system is bogged down by convenient falsehoods, fueled by those who benefit from the chaos. These myths distort our view of government and prevent us from solving real problems, leaving many Americans feeling frustrated and hopeless.

In We Hold These "Truths", former congressional staffer turned George Washington University grad school professor Casey Burgat leads a diverse team of officials, academics, and experts from both sides of the aisle to expose the lies at the heart of our political dysfunction. They debunk talking points about term limits, lobbyists, money in politics, and more – offering real-world insights into how our government actually works.

Replacing myths with clarity and solutions, We Hold These "Truths" empowers us all to see past the distractions, understand the system, and demand the kind of government that will actually bring about positive change.

With chapters by:

Rep. Steve Israel • Alyssa Farah Griffin • Lindsay Chervinsky • Rep. Derek Kilmer • Cristina Antelo • James Curry and Frances Lee • Adam Jentleson • Liliana Mason • Steve Vladeck • Matt Fuller
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We Hold These "Truths": How to Spot the Myths that are Holding America Back
In this clear-eyed guide, America’s political experts cut through the spin and expose the myths holding our democracy back.

Our political system is bogged down by convenient falsehoods, fueled by those who benefit from the chaos. These myths distort our view of government and prevent us from solving real problems, leaving many Americans feeling frustrated and hopeless.

In We Hold These "Truths", former congressional staffer turned George Washington University grad school professor Casey Burgat leads a diverse team of officials, academics, and experts from both sides of the aisle to expose the lies at the heart of our political dysfunction. They debunk talking points about term limits, lobbyists, money in politics, and more – offering real-world insights into how our government actually works.

Replacing myths with clarity and solutions, We Hold These "Truths" empowers us all to see past the distractions, understand the system, and demand the kind of government that will actually bring about positive change.

With chapters by:

Rep. Steve Israel • Alyssa Farah Griffin • Lindsay Chervinsky • Rep. Derek Kilmer • Cristina Antelo • James Curry and Frances Lee • Adam Jentleson • Liliana Mason • Steve Vladeck • Matt Fuller
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We Hold These

We Hold These "Truths": How to Spot the Myths that are Holding America Back

by Casey Burgat
We Hold These

We Hold These "Truths": How to Spot the Myths that are Holding America Back

by Casey Burgat

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In this clear-eyed guide, America’s political experts cut through the spin and expose the myths holding our democracy back.

Our political system is bogged down by convenient falsehoods, fueled by those who benefit from the chaos. These myths distort our view of government and prevent us from solving real problems, leaving many Americans feeling frustrated and hopeless.

In We Hold These "Truths", former congressional staffer turned George Washington University grad school professor Casey Burgat leads a diverse team of officials, academics, and experts from both sides of the aisle to expose the lies at the heart of our political dysfunction. They debunk talking points about term limits, lobbyists, money in politics, and more – offering real-world insights into how our government actually works.

Replacing myths with clarity and solutions, We Hold These "Truths" empowers us all to see past the distractions, understand the system, and demand the kind of government that will actually bring about positive change.

With chapters by:

Rep. Steve Israel • Alyssa Farah Griffin • Lindsay Chervinsky • Rep. Derek Kilmer • Cristina Antelo • James Curry and Frances Lee • Adam Jentleson • Liliana Mason • Steve Vladeck • Matt Fuller

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9798893310245
Publisher: Authors Equity
Publication date: 02/04/2025
Sold by: SIMON & SCHUSTER
Format: eBook
Pages: 304

About the Author

Casey Burgat is a former congressional staffer turned politics professor at George Washington University’s Graduate School of Political Management. Respected across the aisle, Casey is a political expert, particularly on the workings of Congress. He’s a regular contributor to Barron’s, and frequently provides commentary to outlets such as CNN, The Washington Post, FoxNews, Politico, and The Daily Beast. Casey is also the creator of the Substack, Crash Course with Casey Burgat, which highlights the importance of civics in America, and the host of the popular political podcast Mastering the Room.
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