Common Ground - by Cal Thomas & Bob Beckel (Paperback)

About the Book

Inspired by their popular "USA Today" column, a conservative and a liberal show politicians of both stripes how to get beyond partisanship, restore civility, and move the country forward.

From the Back Cover

Inspired by their popular USA Today column, conservative Cal Thomas and liberal Bob Beckel unmask the hypocrisy of the issues, organizations, and individuals that have created and deepened the partisan divide at the center of American politics, and make a strategic case for why this bickering must stop. Thomas and Beckel explain how bipartisanship and consensus politics are not only good for the day-to-day democratic process but also essential for our nation's future well-being. Entertaining and informative, funny and healing, Common Ground is a must-read for all concerned citizens.

Review Quotes

"Common Ground is an arresting message from two thoughtful political rivals that all of us should ponder." - George McGovern
"In the 1960s, Common Ground tells us, there was "a real culture war," but the polarization today is different: It's been fabricated by parties using a get-out-the-base strategy. Fortunately, 2008 could be a "hinge" election that slams the door on polarizing tactics. This message is delivered with conviction." - Washington Post Book World