Moynihan, Daniel Patrick.

Counting Our Blessings: Reflections on the Future of America [Signed -Association Copy] [1970s American Political Landscape]

Boston: Little Brown & Company, 1980. First Edition, First Printing. Hardcover with Dust Jacket.

Signed by Patrick Moynihan, with an inscription to Senator Richard G. Lugar dated Christmas 1978.

The Republican Senator from Indiana was highly regarded for his foreign policy leadership and work in pursuit of nuclear nonproliferation.

Red boards with silver gilt spine titles; 8.5 inches tall; xviii, [1] 348 pages with an index. No Flaws or Blemishes but minimal shelf handling to the dust jacket spine tips; book appears unopened/unread.

This work offers a thoughtful examination of the political and social landscape of the United States during the late 1970s. Drawing on his extensive public service experience, including roles as U.S. Senator, Ambassador to India, and Permanent Representative to the United Nations, the author reflects on the complexities of American governance, societal challenges, and the nation's evolving identity.

A key theme of the book is the tension between ideological purity and pragmatic governance. The author criticizes the lack of meaningful debate within the Democratic Party, arguing that excessive ideological conformity has hindered progress and innovation in policy-making. This perspective aligns with ongoing discussions about the challenges of bipartisan cooperation and the perils of ideological echo chambers.

The author also considers the cultural shifts of the 1970s, particularly changes in family dynamics and societal values. He expresses concern about the potential long-term consequences of these transformations, suggesting they could weaken the social fabric and lead to greater societal fragmentation. [Adapted from Reviews]

Subjects: Political Commentary, Social Critique, American Political Landscape, Social Policy and Welfare, Cultural and Societal Trends.

Item #20659
ISBN: 0316587028

Price: $85.00