Use the Power You Have

<p><strong>Washington's progressive champion explains how we can achieve a truly inclusive America that works for all of us<br /><br /></strong>In November 2016 Pramila Jayapal (D-WA) was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives the first Indian American woman to serve in that role. Two years later the fast-rising Democratic star and determined critic of President Donald Trump according to <em>Politico</em>'s Playbook 2017 Power List won reelection with more votes than any other member of the House. Jayapal co-chair of the Congressional Progressive Caucus proved her progressive bonafides when she introduced the most comprehensive Medicare-for-all bill to Congress in February.<br /><br />Behind the story of Jayapal's rise to political prominence lie over two decades of devoted advocacy on behalf of immigrants and progressive causes-and years of learning how to turn activism into public policy that serves <em>all</em> Americans. <em>Use the Power You Have</em> is Jayapal's account of the path from sixteen-year-old Indian immigrant to grassroots activist state senator and now progressive powerhouse in Washington DC.<br /><br />Written with passion and insight <em>Use the Power You Have</em> offers a wealth of ideas and inspiration for a new generation of engaged citizens interested in fighting back and making change whether in Washington or in their own communities.</p>