Why people recommend it
Persist by Elizabeth Warren is a powerful memoir and manifesto by the prominent American politician detailing her battles for progressive change, the obstacles faced by women in public life, and the necessity of personal policy. On Pod Save America, Tommy Vietor enthusiastically recommended the book to listeners at the conclusion of an interview, describing it as a fantastic read. Elizabeth Warren herself appeared on the podcast to discuss the contents of her book, explaining how personal experiences shape political policy and illustrating what she terms the impossible woman trap that women navigate when running for office. Vietor also referenced this specific trap during their conversation, highlighting the grueling standards female candidates face. Furthermore, Warren mentioned the book while recounting her own early struggles, noting how the prohibitive cost and logistical nightmare of child care nearly derailed her professional path twice by the time she reached thirty years of age, underscoring the urgent need for systemic support for working families and mothers across the country.
Who recommended it
- Elizabeth Warren Discussed
- Tommy Vietor Recommended
Elizabeth Warren — 2 mentions
“and so i think of this and this is what i talk about in persist i try to make the case about how personal policy is”
“as i talk about the book twice by the time i was 30 years old”
Tommy Vietor — 2 mentions
“and you sort of talk about this the impossible woman trap in in the book and how women have to run”
“uh the book is persist everyone go check it out it's a fantastic book”
Other mentions (2: passing, ad reads, own books)
“i'm now joined by the senior senator from my home state of massachusetts a longtime friend of the pod and author of the new book persist elizabeth warren senator”
“i wrote persist to focus on what we need to do while we have this opportunity”