Want to join the work of remaking America? This is the inspiring, practical guide for you.

The 2008 presidential election was historic, reflecting Americans’ overwhelming call for change in the United States. Now, the millions of people who worked hard to elect Barack Obama are asking themselves, “What’s next? How do we keep the momentum going?” 50 Ways You Can Help Obama Change America answers those questions.

From using public transportation, planting a garden, and making a YouTube video, to joining the Peace Corps, testifying at a public hearing, and even running for local office, authors Michael Huttner and Jason Salzman offer concrete actions to inspire readers to get involved. 50 Ways You Can Help Obama Change America also contains tips about how to use cell phones, text messaging, blogging, and social networking for change.

In his inauguration speech, President Obama said, “Starting today, we must pick ourselves up, dust ourselves off, and begin again the work of remaking America.” Americans who want to do what it takes to see a progressive agenda succeed will find an invaluable resource guide in 50 Ways You Can Help Obama Change America.

Praise for 50 Ways You Can Help Obama Change America

“In 50 Ways You Can Help Obama Change America, Michael Huttner and Jason Salzman have given us a practical handbook on how every American can do something for our country. This book should be required reading for anyone interested in making a difference and helping President Obama get our nation back on track.”
—Senator Edward M. Kennedy

“Paul Simon gave us 50 ways to leave your lover. Huttner and Salzman give us 50 ways to leave your country a better place. A remarkably useful resource.”
—Arianna Huffington, founder and editor in chief of the Huffington Post

“The historic election of President Obama marks a new chapter in American history, but it’s only the beginning. This book offers every American straightforward ways to help bring real, lasting change.”
—Congresswoman Donna F. Edwards

“This up-to-date guide for the hands-on activist is a must-have blueprint for every supporter who answered Barack Obama’s phrase, ‘Fired up,’ with ‘Ready to go!’ ”
—Markos Moulitsas Zúniga, founder of Daily Kos

“Obama is an opportunity, not our solution. He’ll succeed in Washington only if we the people get organized, hit the streets, and demand change. This book explains how you can do your part.”
—Ben Cohen, cofounder of Ben and Jerry’s

“The last election was merely a first step. We must now bring that same enthusiasm and determination to bear in order to get our country back on the right track. This book is a road map for anyone looking to make a difference.”
—Senator Russ Feingold

“Electing Barack Obama to the presidency is the beginning of the journey, not the end. The real agenda is not to have a Democrat in the White House but to give ordinary Americans some say again. Huttner and Salzman show how we can do that.”
—Governor Howard Dean

Michael Huttner, coauthor of 50 Ways You Can Help Obama Change America, is the founder and CEO of ProgressNow, a network of state-based online organizations that reaches more than 1.5 million people. Before starting ProgressNow, he worked as a policy advisor to Governor Roy Romer and he clerked at the White House for the Office of the Counsel to President Clinton.  

Jason Salzman, coauthor of 50 Ways You Can Help Obama Change America, is president of Effect Communications and board chairman of Rocky Mountain Media Watch. He is the former media critic for the Rocky Mountain News and has written for the Christian Science Monitor, Harvard Journal on Press and Politics, Newsweek, Sierra, Utne Reader, and more. He is also the author of Making the News: A Guide for Activists and Nonprofits and coauthor of 50 Ways You Can Show George Bush the Door.