For the Next Generation - A Wake-Up Call to Solving Our Nation's Problems

America is suffering from a dangerous attack of shortsightedness, outspoken Democrat Debbie Wasserman Schultz writes in For the Next Generation. If we want to ensure prosperity for ourselves and an improved way of life for the next generation, we have to change starting now. Not only do we need a long-term energy solution but we are faced with a critical moment in healthcare as well as sustained economic distress. Yet, such important issues have been sidelined by bitter alliances, personal vendettas, gridlock, and a Congress too concerned about the next election to worry about 2025 or 2030—at what cost? The cost comes down to a constituency not yet represented by our legislative body: America’s children. For the Next Generation will be a call-to-action urging America and our typically dysfunctional Congress to engage in dialogue that fosters change so when today's children are adults they won't be burdened with the same problems.

Clear-spoken and poised, Debbie writes a polemic that digs deep to expose the very real threats America faces as a result of our failure to look tough decisions in the eye, such as how American jobs continue to move overseas and how rightwing lobbying groups hold politicians hostage. She advocates shifting our focal point to the ways every American can help implement forward-thinking policies. With stories from her own life as a career mom and one of Congress’ most powerful personalities, Debbie forces us to reevaluate what we hold dear—now and for the future.