Forgetting to Be Afraid A Memoir
Forgetting to Be Afraid A Memoir by Wendy Davis is a reprint edition published by Penguin on August 18, 2015. This 320-page memoir chronicles the life of Wendy Davis, who gained national attention in June 2013 for her filibuster against an anti-abortion bill in Texas. The narrative explores her journey from a challenging upbringing as the daughter of a single mother to her achievements in politics, including her election to the Texas Senate and her candidacy for governor.
Readers will find a personal account that highlights the struggles and triumphs of Davis’s life, emphasizing themes of resilience and determination. The memoir provides insight into her experiences as a woman in politics and her advocacy for women’s rights. Through her story, Davis illustrates the complexities of pursuing the American Dream while navigating personal and professional challenges. This edition offers a reflective look at her journey and the broader implications of her political activism.
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An inspiring memoir by Wendy Davis, one of America’s brightest political stars and hero to women’s rights supporters everywhere.
In June of 2013, Texas state senator Wendy Davis became an overnight political sensation when she singlehandedly filibustered Governor Rick Perry’s sweeping anti-abortion bill. Her personal story is just as remarkable. The daughter of a single mother, Davis, at age 19, was on her way to becoming a single mother herself. She was living with her own young daughter in a trailer park while working two jobs and struggling to make ends meet. Still, she managed to attend and graduate from Texas Christian University and Harvard Law School, be elected to the Fort Worth City Council and the Texas Senate, and, in 2014, became the most serious Democrat in two decades to make a run for governor. Refreshing and forthright, Forgetting to Be Afraid is a deeply moving testament to the enduring power of the American Dream.
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