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Make Trouble: Standing Up, Speaking Out, and Finding the Courage to Lead--My Life Story
Cecile Richards
4.31 AVERAGE
184 reviews for:
Make Trouble: Standing Up, Speaking Out, and Finding the Courage to Lead--My Life Story
Cecile Richards
4.31 AVERAGE
The world is not talking about this book enough. This was an incredible read and one I’d highly recommend.
I enjoyed this book. The beginning, about Richards growing up and her life as a Union organizer was fascinating. I loved the story of her Mom’s campaign and how deeply personal she was with her relationship with her mom. I loved how she shared her failure about the Nursing Home Union. I liked the behind the scenes look at organizing and especially Planned Parenthood.
I didn’t love how she stuck the parenting chapter in there, it felt a little out of place and forced, and I wish those lessons had come out of the story more organically. I also felt like hindsight was 20/20 when she described some of her experience with the Clinton campaign. She mentioned how she had inklings that the battle might be tougher than they’d hoped, but I wonder if she had been writing the book in that moment, if she would have said the same thing. Maybe so, but I wasn’t sure.
Ultimately, Richards inspired to make trouble, so I think she would be pleased.
I didn’t love how she stuck the parenting chapter in there, it felt a little out of place and forced, and I wish those lessons had come out of the story more organically. I also felt like hindsight was 20/20 when she described some of her experience with the Clinton campaign. She mentioned how she had inklings that the battle might be tougher than they’d hoped, but I wonder if she had been writing the book in that moment, if she would have said the same thing. Maybe so, but I wasn’t sure.
Ultimately, Richards inspired to make trouble, so I think she would be pleased.
I loved this... it was fascinating and engaging and I really enjoyed it. It's Cecile Richards, who has been president of Planned Parenthood for twelve years. It's her memoir, about how she grew up and how she became an activist and how she became such a high-profile figure in American life and politics. If you already think Ms. Richards rocks the house, and I do, this book confirms that. In spades. So inspiring to hear from a strong woman fighting the good fight and advocating for women!
Ms Richards tells her story as an organizer and leader with wit, humor and grace. I enjoyed her story and am grateful for her unflagging grace in the face of the opposition’s attempts to strip workers, women, immigrants and Americans of our cherished rights and privileges.
Cecile Richards gives us everything we'd expect out of her book. She talks about her mom, she writes extensively about her past as a labor organizer, and she acknowledges each scandal that took place during her time at Planned Parenthood. It's comforting to know how scared she was during her PP interviews. She didn't think she was qualified, she thought it was a long shot, and she couldn't believe they were even considering her for the position. I'm interviewing right now for a few big positions that would take me halfway across the country, and knowing that even Richards was intimidated before stepping into a position that would eventually come to define her public persona makes me feel more at ease. The book is full of advice and encouragement for women because it's true, our self-doubt tends to hold us back.
I listened to it on audiobook, which I would recommend. Richards is an excellent speaker. I also wonder if it was just the tone she used to narrate the book, but some parts seemed a little stiff. It reads like the kind of book someone would put out before they prepare to run for office. 👀 Richards hasn't said anything about running yet, but after learning about how deep her organizer roots go, it wouldn't surprise me if we heard a big announcement from her soon.
I listened to it on audiobook, which I would recommend. Richards is an excellent speaker. I also wonder if it was just the tone she used to narrate the book, but some parts seemed a little stiff. It reads like the kind of book someone would put out before they prepare to run for office. 👀 Richards hasn't said anything about running yet, but after learning about how deep her organizer roots go, it wouldn't surprise me if we heard a big announcement from her soon.
I loved this book, and the several mentions of my workplace were the pleasantest surprise ever! Plus so, so much Texas. And Ann Richards. Cecile knows what the people want.
One of the benefits of belonging to a bookclub is being challenged to read books outside of our perceived interest area. This is not a biography that appeared interesting from the initial description, however by the end of the book I was glad to know the history. I’m not sure if I’m too young, or too young to have heard of Ann Richards, but now I have. Cecile Richards’ early career as an organizer was also interesting. As someone who has waited until my kids were grown to begin working, I am fascinated by stories of parents who manage to work in demanding careers while mothering a family.
This book made me sob. From cover to cover I'm reminded why Cecile Richards has inspired me my entire career. It's a reminder that it is never too late to make trouble in service of making the world a better place. This book is timely and I highly recommend for anyone who needs a boost before the election.