Exodus from Hunger: We Are Called to Change the Politics of Hunger

David Beckmann

ISBN 10: 0664236847 / ISBN 13: 9780664236847

Published by Westminster John Knox Press, 2010

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Synopsis:

It is within America's technical and financial power to help end world hunger in our lifetime, if we set our hearts and minds to the task. Contrary to what many people believe, the world has made measurable advancements against hunger and poverty over the last several decades. But too often the binding constraint on further progress is a simple lack of political will. As a result, one of the most powerful ways to affect change is often the most neglected- political activism.

In this powerful and hopeful book, David Beckmann, president of Bread for the World and a leading anti-hunger activist, looks at the causes of hunger, presents case studies of countries that have made great strides against it, and puts a human face on the problem by sharing stories of people who are, quite simply, hungry every day. The problems can seem overwhelming but Beckmann lays out a clear and workable plan for effectively using political channels to make great progress. He not only challenges us to get involved, he shows us how. It is no less than our call to do so.

About the Author: David Beckmann is president of Bread for the World, a collective Christian voice urging our nation's leaders to end hunger in our country and around the world. He is a Lutheran pastor and an economist. The 2010 World Food Prize recognizes his leadership in achieving changes that have helped hundreds of millions of hungry people.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Exodus from Hunger: We Are Called to Change ...
Publisher: Westminster John Knox Press
Publication Date: 2010
Binding: paperback
Condition: Very Good