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25 Books for Young Voters-in-Training

TEENS & YOUNG ADULT

STRONGMAN

by Kenneth C. Davis

A pitch-perfect balance of nuanced reflection and dire warning. Full review >

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TEENS & YOUNG ADULT

REPRESENT

by Michael Eric Dyson & Marc Favreau

A concise, readable account of the struggle for equality, freedom, and democracy in the U.S. Full review >

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TEENS & YOUNG ADULT

CIVIC MINDED

by Jeff Fleischer

Clear and stripped of partisan hyperbole; every American can benefit from this book. Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

VOTE FOR OUR FUTURE!

by Margaret McNamara ; illustrated by Micah Player

Essential—the energetic narrative and uplifting illustrations will inspire and empower young readers to get out the vote. Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

STACEY ABRAMS AND THE FIGHT TO VOTE

by Traci N. Todd ; illustrated by Laura Freeman

A brilliant introduction to a powerful Black female politician and voting rights activist. Full review >

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