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Author: Robert D. Putnam

Narrator: Ryan

Format: MP3

IBSN: 9781476769899

Language: English

Publish Date: 01/03/2015

Audiobook length: 31 min

Contents

Chapter 1Overview
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Chapter 2Why is it difficult for poor kids to move upward nowadays?
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Chapter 3What are the differences in the growth of rich and poor kids?
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Chapter 4The problem of opportunity inequality and how to address it
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Chapter 5Summary & Review
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Why listen to Our Kids

Listening to the summary audiobook of "Our Kids" by Robert D. Putnam is essential for understanding the widening opportunity gap facing children in America today. Putnam draws on extensive research to highlight how different socio-economic backgrounds impact children's prospects, emphasizing the importance of community, family, and education in shaping their future. By engaging with this summary, listeners gain valuable insights into the factors that contribute to inequality, empowering them to take informed actions towards fostering a more equitable society for the next generation.

Author : Robert D. Putnam

This book was written by Robert D. Putnam, an American political scientist, and professor at Harvard University. He was awarded the Johan Skytte Prize in Political Science in 2006 and the National Humanities Medal by President Barack Obama in 2013. He has made extraordinary contributions in the fields of international relations and comparative politics. He is also the author of Making Democracy Work: Civic Traditions in Modern Italy and Bowling Alone: The Collapse and Revival of American Community. This book, Our Kids: The American Dream in Crisis, is his most recent work, published in 2015. It uncovers the hard truth of unequal opportunity in America, where class stratification is severe.

Key Insights from Our Kids

  • Putnam emphasizes the growing class divide in America, highlighting how socioeconomic status affects children's opportunities and life chances. This gap not only impacts economic mobility but also threatens social cohesion and inclusivity within communities.
  • The book reveals that children from lower-income families are increasingly isolated from opportunities for social interaction and educational enrichment, which are more accessible to their wealthier peers. This trend leads to a cycle of disadvantage that is difficult to break and exacerbates inequality across generations.
  • Putnam advocates for community engagement and investment in programs that support families and children, regardless of their background. By fostering connections and resources, society can combat the effects of inequality and create a more equitable environment for all children.
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