Activism, History, and Hope
Dear Friends,
In a month marked by political assassinations in Minnesota, massive demonstrations across the country, and American bombs falling on a distant land, the urgency of activism feels all too familiar. The headlines echo the upheaval of the 1960s — a time when young people challenged injustice, took to the streets, and dared to believe in change. The Hard Work of Hope is my memoir of that era, a reflection on what it means to hold on to hope and keep organizing when the world feels like it’s coming apart. It’s a story of struggle, mistakes, resilience– and the belief that, even now, we can build something better.
Be among the first to read it. Pre-order now on Bookshop or on Amazon and make sure your copy arrives as soon as the book is released.
Early readers are calling Hard Work of Hope:
“The Hard Work of Hope, provides today’s activists with invaluable lessons in organizing and strategy with a much-needed dose of hope.” Heather Booth, activist and founder of the Midwest Academy
"This book is obviously mandatory reading for anyone interested in the movements of the 1960s. But it's also incredibly helpful for everyone at work in the equally compelling fights of our moment--it's not just a memoir, it's a manual for what to do (and what to avoid!)” Bill McKibben, founder 350.org and Third Act
“The Hard Work of Hope is required reading for people who want to devote themselves to positive political change through solidarity, dynamic listening and nonviolent popular action.“ Congressman Jamie Raskin
“Michael Ansara’s book is a fast paced, fascinating read about the 60s generation, told from the inside – with real and important lessons for our own generation.” David Hogg
The hard work of hope isn’t done—and this book reminds us how to keep on keeping on today.
In solidarity,
Michael Ansara and the whole Hard Work of Hope Team
