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Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. When an eleven-year-old and a rescue dog take on city hall, democracy gets a whole lot furrier-and a whole lot more real.In the quiet suburb of Avon, Ohio, The Ruff Patch Dog Rescue is more than just a haven for abandoned animals-it's a community where broken spirits learn to trust again. But when corporate developer Slade Creller sets his sights on the property for a luxury shopping complex, he underestimates the opposition: Mikey Cook, an eleven-year-old volunteer with a smartphone and an unshakeable sense of justice, and Franklin, a 115-pound Rottweiler who's about to redefine political activism.What begins as a simple fight to save a dog rescue evolves into a masterclass in grassroots democracy. As Mikey digs deeper into municipal records, he uncovers a web of corruption stretching from city hall to corporate boardrooms. But this isn't your typical David-and-Goliath story-because David has four legs, a talent for strategic sitting, and the moral authority that only comes from unconditional love and second chances.Through the lens of animal welfare, The Ruff Patch exposes the fault lines in American democracy: How do communities resist when money talks louder than votes? What happens when corporate influence collides with authentic grassroots organizing? And can a rescue dog with PTSD and a beagle with anxiety really teach us more about courage and integrity than most elected officials?This is democracy in action-messy, hilarious, and surprisingly effective when guided by the simple principle that kindness isn't naive, it's revolutionary. As Franklin demonstrates through his legendary "sit-in" that brings down a corrupt mayor, sometimes the most powerful political statement is refusing to move when you're standing for what's right.The Ruff Patch is a celebration of community organizing, a sharp critique of corporate influence on local politics, and a reminder that the values we claim to cherish-loyalty, protection of the vulnerable, and putting community welfare over profit-are most clearly embodied by the rescue animals we often overlook. It's a story about healing trauma, building coalitions, and discovering that democracy works best when it includes voices that can't be bought, intimidated, or convinced to compromise their principles.In a world where political cynicism runs deep and authentic change feels impossible, this novel offers something rare: hope backed by strategy, humor grounded in truth, and the revolutionary idea that saving democracy might just require learning from those we've rescued-and who have rescued us in return.Because sometimes the most important battles are fought not in Washington, but in your own backyard-with treats, belly rubs, and the unwavering conviction that every life has value This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. Codice articolo 9798231990047
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Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - When an eleven-year-old and a rescue dog take on city hall, democracy gets a whole lot furrier-and a whole lot more real.In the quiet suburb of Avon, Ohio, The Ruff Patch Dog Rescue is more than just a haven for abandoned animals-it's a community where broken spirits learn to trust again. But when corporate developer Slade Creller sets his sights on the property for a luxury shopping complex, he underestimates the opposition: Mikey Cook, an eleven-year-old volunteer with a smartphone and an unshakeable sense of justice, and Franklin, a 115-pound Rottweiler who's about to redefine political activism.What begins as a simple fight to save a dog rescue evolves into a masterclass in grassroots democracy. As Mikey digs deeper into municipal records, he uncovers a web of corruption stretching from city hall to corporate boardrooms. But this isn't your typical David-and-Goliath story-because David has four legs, a talent for strategic sitting, and the moral authority that only comes from unconditional love and second chances.Through the lens of animal welfare, The Ruff Patch exposes the fault lines in American democracy: How do communities resist when money talks louder than votes What happens when corporate influence collides with authentic grassroots organizing And can a rescue dog with PTSD and a beagle with anxiety really teach us more about courage and integrity than most elected officials This is democracy in action-messy, hilarious, and surprisingly effective when guided by the simple principle that kindness isn't naive, it's revolutionary. As Franklin demonstrates through his legendary 'sit-in' that brings down a corrupt mayor, sometimes the most powerful political statement is refusing to move when you're standing for what's right.The Ruff Patch is a celebration of community organizing, a sharp critique of corporate influence on local politics, and a reminder that the values we claim to cherish-loyalty, protection of the vulnerable, and putting community welfare over profit-are most clearly embodied by the rescue animals we often overlook. It's a story about healing trauma, building coalitions, and discovering that democracy works best when it includes voices that can't be bought, intimidated, or convinced to compromise their principles.In a world where political cynicism runs deep and authentic change feels impossible, this novel offers something rare: hope backed by strategy, humor grounded in truth, and the revolutionary idea that saving democracy might just require learning from those we've rescued-and who have rescued us in return.Because sometimes the most important battles are fought not in Washington, but in your own backyard-with treats, belly rubs, and the unwavering conviction that every life has value. Codice articolo 9798231990047
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