“When people step forward to make the world a better place, almost anything is possible.”
With these words, lifelong activists Annie Leonard and André Carothers introduce this vibrant, diverse, and inspiring collection of 42 protests and nonviolent movements that helped secure so many of the rights we often take for granted today: weekends off, women’s right to vote, desegregation, same-sex marriage, cleaner air and water, wheelchair-accessible sidewalks, and so much more.
Protest is an invitation to anyone searching for ways to express their opinions in our complex and constantly changing world: a call to learn about the undeniable impact of peaceful protest, to celebrate what people can accomplish together, and to encourage readers to take action in defense of this essential democratic right. Along with powerful images, the book includes reflections from more than a dozen courageous activists—from Jane Fonda, Rebecca Solnit, and Robert Reich to Dolores Huerta, Nemonte Nenquimo, and Justin J. Pearson.
With protest under threat across the world, Leonard and Carothers remind us that there are many ways to safely engage in and support the right to protest—from organizing an action to supporting environmental action groups in your own community. This book offers inspiration for how to answer that call.
Protest: Respect It. Defend It. Use It (hardcover book, published by Patagonia)
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About the Authors
Annie Leonard spent 17 years with Greenpeace US, serving as executive director from 2014 to 2023. She created The Story of Stuff, colaunched the Jane Fonda Climate PAC, and has campaigned widely on a range of environmental and democracy-related issues.
André Carothers spent 13 years with Greenpeace US, including four on the Board of Directors. He cofounded and led the Rockwood Leadership Institute for twelve years, and has served as a board member of the Center for Investigative Reporting, Rainforest Action Network, and other groups. -
From Representative Justin J. Pearson
"The right to protest is not a threat to democracy. It is its very heartbeat, its foundation. We will not be silenced."
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From Yvon Chouinard
"If supporting grassroots activists taught us anything … it is that when enough individuals come together, it is possible to take on a system."
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From Afterword by Robert Reich
"Protesting alone is not enough to drive change on the scale we need, but it is a vital part of broad social movements—and it is needed now more than ever. I hope readers will join me in reading this book—and then marching in the streets!"
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Specifications
Hardcover book with 272 pages; printed in full color with over 120 photos; 8.5 inches by 9.3 inches
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Publisher
Published by Patagonia
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Features
- Over 42 featured protests
- 12 contributor essays
- Dozens of inspiring quotes
- A history of protest
- Descriptions of the threats to the right to protest and a call to action
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Country of Origin
Made in Canada.
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Last Season Color Offered at Full Price
Materials & Care Instructions
Printed on 100% post-consumer recycled paper
