{"title":"Joan Walsh","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our Joan Walsh collection, a captivating exploration of politics and current affairs through the lens of a seasoned writer and commentator. Joan Walsh brings her extensive experience and unique perspective to her thought-provoking works, inviting readers to consider the intricacies of modern society with a critical eye.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of her notable books, \u003cem\u003eIt's Never Our Fault and Other Shameless Excuses\u003c\/em\u003e, delves into the complex tapestry of political discourse and personal responsibility. Walsh's writing resonates with readers who seek to understand the underlying dynamics of political narratives and the excuses that often accompany them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKnown for her insightful commentary and fearless approach, Walsh's works are essential for anyone interested in gaining a deeper understanding of current affairs. Her writing encourages readers to question prevalent assumptions and engage with the challenging issues of our time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse through this collection to experience the thoughtful analysis and engaging storytelling that Joan Walsh is celebrated for, making it a valuable addition to any Politics \u0026amp; Current Affairs collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"its-never-our-fault-and-other-shameless-excuses-by-nick-hanauer-9781620977514","title":"It's Never Our Fault and Other Shameless Excuses","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreedy corporate interests have been lying to us for centuries. Here's an illustrated, entertaining roadmap for navigating through their hypocrisy and deception.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom praising the health benefits of cigarettes to moralising on the character-building qualities of child labour, rich corporate overlords have gone to astonishing, often morally indefensible lengths to defend their profits. Since the dawn of capitalism, they've told the same lies over and over to explain why their bottom line is always more important than the greater good:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eYou say you want to raise the federal minimum wage? Why, you'll only make things worse for the very people you want to help! Should we hold polluters accountable for the toxins they're dumping in our air and water? No, the free market will save us! Can we raise taxes on the rich to pay for universal healthcare? Of course not—that will kill jobs! Affordable childcare? Socialism!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt's always the same tired threats and finger-pointing, in a concentrated campaign to keep wealth and power in the hands of the wealthy and powerful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCorporate Bullsh\u003cem\u003et\u003c\/em\u003e will help you identify this pernicious propaganda for the wealthiest 1 percent and teach you how to fight back. Structured around some of the most egregious statements ever made by the rich and powerful, the book identifies six categories of falsehoods that repeatedly thwart progress on issues including civil rights, wealth inequality, climate change, voting rights, gun responsibility, and more. With amazing illustrations and a sharp sense of humour, \u003cem\u003eCorporate Bullsh\u003c\/em\u003et\u003c\/em\u003e teaches readers how to never get conned, bamboozled, or ripped off ever again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46849344536812,"sku":"9781620977514","price":44.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/3365793482765.jpg?v=1759042677"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/joan-walsh.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}