Reflections inequality (126 risultati)

Hardback. Condizione: Good. Darren Walker has lived the promise of America. Born to a single mother in a Louisiana charity hospital, the pride of Head Start and public schools in rural East Texas, Walker serves today as the tenth President of the Ford Foundation, among the largest private foundations in the United States. Since 2013, he has overseen more than $7 billion in grantmaking, while transforming philanthropy and inspiring conversations about and commitments to democratic values and institutions around the world. As Walker writes, ?I have lived on both sides of American inequality. And I know, all too personally, that the distance between the two has never been greater.? In The Idea of America: Reflections on Inequality, Democracy, and the Values We Share, Walker argues that we can narrow our widening divides by rediscovering our common aspirations and common good. With an original foreword by President William Jefferson Clinton, this prescient, timely compendium introduces us to an essential leader of and for our moment?in his own words?through his most essential reflections, essays, and speeches. Across 97 selected pieces, many published here for the first time, Walker shares from his: Uniquely American story and extraordinary life's journeyBold leadership of the Ford Foundation, whose efforts and assets he marshaled to uproot inequalities of all kindsAudacious vision for a philanthropy that prioritizes justice beyond generosity?and that practices a new Gospel of Wealth for our new gilded ageLifelong passion for arts and culture, wellsprings of empathy and of social changeTrailblazing advocacy for a more democratic capitalism, which ensures that where markets lead, justice followsUrgent reaffirmation of America's enduring promise?that from many, we are one, and that all deserve dignity, fairness, and opportunity Ultimately, Walker calls for courageous, moral leadership from us all?challenging us to step back from the extremes, to lean into nuance and complexity, and to build longer bridges. ?Hope,? Walker affirms, ?is the oxygen of democracy.? The Idea of America gives powerful testimony to all that is possible ?if we renew our fidelity to the values that bind us, both despite and because of our differences..…

Hardback. Condizione: Very Good. Darren Walker has lived the promise of America. Born to a single mother in a Louisiana charity hospital, the pride of Head Start and public schools in rural East Texas, Walker serves today as the tenth President of the Ford Foundation, among the largest private foundations in the United States. Since 2013, he has overseen more than $7 billion in grantmaking, while transforming philanthropy and inspiring conversations about and commitments to democratic values and institutions around the world. As Walker writes, ?I have lived on both sides of American inequality. And I know, all too personally, that the distance between the two has never been greater.? In The Idea of America: Reflections on Inequality, Democracy, and the Values We Share, Walker argues that we can narrow our widening divides by rediscovering our common aspirations and common good. With an original foreword by President William Jefferson Clinton, this prescient, timely compendium introduces us to an essential leader of and for our moment?in his own words?through his most essential reflections, essays, and speeches. Across 97 selected pieces, many published here for the first time, Walker shares from his: Uniquely American story and extraordinary life's journeyBold leadership of the Ford Foundation, whose efforts and assets he marshaled to uproot inequalities of all kindsAudacious vision for a philanthropy that prioritizes justice beyond generosity?and that practices a new Gospel of Wealth for our new gilded ageLifelong passion for arts and culture, wellsprings of empathy and of social changeTrailblazing advocacy for a more democratic capitalism, which ensures that where markets lead, justice followsUrgent reaffirmation of America's enduring promise?that from many, we are one, and that all deserve dignity, fairness, and opportunity Ultimately, Walker calls for courageous, moral leadership from us all?challenging us to step back from the extremes, to lean into nuance and complexity, and to build longer bridges. ?Hope,? Walker affirms, ?is the oxygen of democracy.? The Idea of America gives powerful testimony to all that is possible ?if we renew our fidelity to the values that bind us, both despite and because of our differences..…

Condizione: very_good. Very good condition. Light Wear.

Condizione: good. A copy that has been read, remains in good condition. All pages are intact, and the cover is intact. The spine and cover show signs of wear. Pages can include notes and highlighting and show signs of wear, and the copy can include "From the library of" labels or previous owner inscriptions. 100% GUARANTEE! Shipped with delivery confirmation, if you're not satisfied with purchase please return item! Ships via media mail.…

Condizione: good. All pages and cover are intact including the dust cover, if applicable . Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May include "From the library of" labels. Shrink wrap, dust covers, or boxed set case may be missing. Item may be missing bundled media.…

Hardcover. Condizione: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. 1. Minimal wear to cover. Pages clean and binding tight. shelf wear. bumped edges. Hardcover.

hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. May have light to moderate shelf wear and/or a remainder mark. Complete. Clean pages.

Condizione: New.

Condizione: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Hardback or Cased Book. Condizione: New. The Idea of America: Reflections on Inequality, Democracy, and the Values We Share. Book.

Hardcover. Condizione: Good.

No binding. Condizione: Good. Covers slightly scuffed. Pages slightly tanned otherwise Good. NOT A FORMER LIBRARY BOOK.

Condizione: New.

Condizione: new.

Condizione: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Condizione: good. A copy that has been read, remains in good condition. All pages are intact, and the cover is intact. The spine and cover show signs of wear. Pages can include notes and highlighting and show signs of wear, and the copy can include "From the library of" labels or previous owner inscriptions. 100% GUARANTEE! Shipped with delivery confirmation, if you're not satisfied with purchase please return item! Ships via media mail.…

Paperback. Condizione: New.

Condizione: New.

Condizione: New. pp. 288.

Condizione: New. 2025. 1st Edition. hardcover. . . . . .

Condizione: New.

hardcover. Condizione: New.

Condizione: Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Condizione: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Condizione: New.

Condizione: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Paper Back. Condizione: Very Good. Condizione sovraccoperta: Very Good. The dust jacket has minor wear and has scuffing around the edges. The edges of the book have light tanning and spotting. 159 pages. Books listed here are not stored at the shop. Please contact us if you want to pick up a book from Newtown. Size: Size E: 8"-9" Tall (204-227mm).…

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Hardcover. Condizione: Brand New. 288 pages. 9.00x6.25x1.50 inches. In Stock.