A Return to Common Sense

How to Fix America Before We Really Blow It

By: Leigh McGowan

Narrated by: Leigh McGowan

A political book for non-political people from viral TikTok sensation PoliticsGirl.

Something’s gone wrong in the Land of the Free and the Home of the Brave. We can all feel it, but if we’re being honest, most of us don’t understand it. At the end of the day, we don’t have all the facts, and if you don’t know how something works, how do you fix it?

A Return to Common Sense is a concise, no-nonsense, dare we say fun, guide to how America works and a roadmap to reclaiming a government of, by, and for the people.

If we truly want to be a land of freedom and opportunity where everyone has a shot at a good life, we must acknowledge the ideals of America are in danger, but worth saving. We fought a revolutionary war for the idea of self-governance and pursuit of happiness—we can’t just give up on it now.

To address the crisis, Leigh McGowan offers Six American Principles. Six ideals, rooted in history, that we can all agree make America, America.

1. America is a land of freedom.

2. Everyone should have the opportunity to rise.

3. Every citizen should have a vote, and that vote should count.

4. Representatives should represent the people who elected them.

5. The law applies to all of us.

6. Government should be a force for good.

Using the Six Principles as guideposts, this book will lay out suggestions for America, to not only find its way out of the mess it’s currently in, but to set a course for a future of which we can all be truly proud.

It’s time to find the courage to step out of our comfort zones and off our team benches to reboot America. If we start here, we start strong.

We can fix this, but the way forward starts with understanding.

©2024 Leigh McGowan (P)2024 Simon & Schuster Audio

Intricate details and history explained in simple, easy to follow dialogue.

I think this is an excellent book and I wish everyone in the United States would read it, especially those who consider themselves patriot, a.k.a. MAGA, a.k.a. conservatives. Sadly, I don’t think that will happen so these words can’t do all the good they should. Thanks to the author and all those involved. I recommend this book, 100%.

Quick and Enlightening read

100% recommend this book. Great insights from the author and also educational. Kept me so engaged I finished it in a few days.

Easy listening

The information that it contains is easy to understand.. and up to date with current affairs!!!

The warning that faces us today.

I like the sense of optimism mixed with fear that the author left me with. I am concerned though that the efforts that need to be taken will come either too late or will occur too slowly to make any difference in our lifetime, Then again, I'm a pessimist.

A Must Read for Anyone in the USA

This was an excellent, balanced look at the history and current status of the government of the USA.

Very enlightening

I really appreciate the well studied subject, especially the analysis of the period since I took American Government in school (70s). Thank you for the thorough explanation and I think all new voters should be required to take a Civics class before being allowed to vote. We encourage people to register and vote without making sure they understand what and who they are voting for or against.

A Plan to save Democracy with Civics.

Leigh McGowan has a great podcast- PoliticGirls- that is a must listen-to. She have release a great book!!! It tells us how to "Fix America" using 6 principles. The books is interjected with American 101 that provide a Civic/ history lesson. This is a great refresher on American Government and I learned about what my school days didn't teach me. This is must read if you want to learn how to save America using the broken system that we have today.

Leigh should be every person’s civics teacher

McGowan breaks down our most complex government systems, their history, pros, cons, vulnerabilities and possibilities with her gift for crystal clear storytelling. I was riveted and consider myself a devotee of history and quite civics literate and still learned so much!

Politics For Dummies

Leigh explains how government works so simply and clearly. You don't need a PHD to understand. Loved this book.

Perfect for real patriots!

Leigh knows what she is talking about. She’s smart, she researches, and she really wants this country to be the best we can be instead of the sliding down the fascist direction we are currently on. If you aren’t a fan of her Politics Girl posts and videos, you will be!