Ask the Author: David A. Ellison
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David A. Ellison
Writing makes me feel that I am contributing to society and making a difference.
David A. Ellison
For my latest book, I used music. I would listen to Eva of Destruction by Barry McGuire and We Didn't Start the Fire by Billy Joel. Both songs cover historical events that get my blood boiling and remind me why Americans desperately need the messages I share in Repairing Our Divided Nation.
David A. Ellison
Both of my books have been inspired by my anger and frustration with our society. I believe we can create a better America for all Americans.
One of the frustrations I have had is my belief that our educational system has hurt society by not requiring students to obtain a deep understanding of our Founding, the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, racism, and what we Americans should expect, and maybe more importantly what we should not expect, from our federal government. If it had, I don't believe we would have the political and racial divides we have today. I show how this can be fixed.
One of the frustrations I have had is my belief that our educational system has hurt society by not requiring students to obtain a deep understanding of our Founding, the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, racism, and what we Americans should expect, and maybe more importantly what we should not expect, from our federal government. If it had, I don't believe we would have the political and racial divides we have today. I show how this can be fixed.
David A. Ellison
With what is happening in our society, particularly with the racial and political divides our nation is experiencing, I decided to research ways to create a more perfect Union, a subject I am very passionate about. I read 17 books from noted scholars and countless articles, and put together some messages that all Americans need to hear.
Readers might be interested to know that race relations has been a big part of my life since the late '60s because my father's best friend was black, and is a person who has taught me a great deal. My father has passed, but his friend has become like a second father to me.
Readers might be interested to know that race relations has been a big part of my life since the late '60s because my father's best friend was black, and is a person who has taught me a great deal. My father has passed, but his friend has become like a second father to me.
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