Somebody's Gotta Do It: Why Cursing at the News Won't Save the Nation — A Local-Politics Memoir

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Somebody's Gotta Do It: Why Cursing at the News Won't Save the Nation — A Local-Politics Memoir

Author(s): Adrienne Martini
Publisher: Henry Holt and Company
Binding: Hardcover
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Somebody's Gotta Do It blends personal story and practical advice as a progressive woman runs for a tiny county seat and discovers how much everyday life is shaped by local officials. The tone mixes humor with clear, grounded observations about civic responsibility.

The book follows a campaign and subsequent service on a county board that handles budgeting, road maintenance, conservation, child safety, public services and even appointments like a coroner. Those concrete duties reveal why local elections have outsized impact on community life.

Readable and pragmatic, the narrative offers campaigning tips, examples of small‑town governance, and a case for getting involved at the community level. Ideal for anyone curious about grassroots politics, civic leadership, or practical steps to run for local office.

  • Topics: local government, budgeting, community leadership
  • Includes: campaigning advice, everyday county issues, civic participation

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