ISBN:
9781501146091
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9781501146107
Language:
English
Pages:
xxv, 261 Seiten
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Illustrationen, Diagramme, Karten
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22 cm
Edition:
First Enliven Books hardcover edition
Parallel Title:
Erscheint auch als Tickell, Joshua Revolution generation
DDC:
305.20973
Keywords:
Generation Y Social conditions
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Young adults Political activity
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Social action
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Political participation
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POLITICAL SCIENCE ; Civics & Citizenship
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POLITICAL SCIENCE ; Commentary & Opinion
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SOCIAL SCIENCE ; Demography
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Political participation
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Social action
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Young adults ; Political activity
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United States
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Jugendsoziologie
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USA
Abstract:
Introduction -- Meet the real millennials -- How y(ou) came to be -- Smart, educated and jobless -- The politics of y(outh) -- How they hacked your brain -- From the ashes rise -- How to fix America (and the world).
Abstract:
"From the activist and Sundance Award-winning filmmaker of Fuel and Kiss the Ground comes an ambitious book showcasing the captivating stories of Millennial change-makers in order to empower and motivate today's young adults to rise up to their potential for greatness. With eye-opening research and inspiring interviews, The Revolution Generation is the first in-depth exploration of the world-changing activism and potential of people born between 1980 and 2000. Labeled Generation Y or Millennials, theirs is the first digitally fluent generation. From sex and dating, to parental relationships, to jobs and the economy, Millennials live within a dynamic interplay of technological advances and real world setbacks. Their connectivity and global awareness have created astonishing new opportunities, but have also come at a time of peril. According to the United Nations, today's youth face the ten largest global crises in human history (including the sixth major species extinction, a rapidly changing climate, and a worldwide refugee crisis). In no uncertain terms, the future of humanity rests on their shoulders. While these challenges may be daunting, Millennials are part of the largest, most educated, most digitally plugged-in generation to date and The Revolution Generation elucidates their often-overlooked strengths and shows how they can build a brighter, more sustainable and democratic future for themselves--and all of humanity. The Revolution Generation is also soon to be a full-length documentary featuring Bernie Sanders, Shailene Woodley, Rosario Dawson, and more."--Amazon.com
Note:
Includes bibliographical references
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