Stacey Abrams, a prominent political leader and author, discusses her thrilling new novel, which dives into political and judicial power dynamics. Joined by acclaimed novelist Tayari Jones, they explore the intersection of ambition and responsibility, drawing parallels between chess strategy and life choices. The duo also reflects on the role of imagination in nurturing future generations and addresses the complexities of the U.S. Constitution. With a nod to the impact of conspiracy theories on governance, they emphasize the importance of lifelong learning.
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Book's Origin
Stacey Abrams's thriller, While Justice Sleeps, originated from a conversation with a law partner.
The partner, Teresa Wynn Roseborough, pointed out the lack of constitutional provisions for incapacitated federal judges.
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Law's Pervasiveness
Law governs every aspect of our lives, whether we realize it or not.
Lawyers act as navigators, guiding us through complex stories and exploring the human condition.
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Power vs. Responsibility
Though Avery holds authority and responsibility, she initially lacks real power.
She represents those called upon to perform tasks without the necessary resources, a common tension.
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While Justice Sleeps is a riveting legal thriller that follows Avery Keene, a law clerk who becomes the Power of Attorney for an incapacitated Supreme Court justice. As Avery delves deeper into the justice's affairs, she uncovers a complex web of intrigue involving high-stakes politics and corporate conspiracies. The novel explores themes of power, justice, and the inner workings of the U.S. legal system.
Lead from the Outside
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In "Lead from the Outside," Stacey Abrams provides a unique perspective on leadership, drawing from her experiences as a political leader and activist. The book emphasizes the importance of finding one's voice and using it to effect change, even when facing opposition. Abrams's insights on building coalitions, navigating power dynamics, and inspiring others are invaluable for anyone seeking to make a difference in their communities. The book is a powerful call to action, encouraging readers to embrace their leadership potential and work towards a more just and equitable world. It offers practical strategies for effective leadership and inspires readers to challenge the status quo.
Stacey Abrams is widely considered one of the most prominent political power broker in the United States. She was the first African-American woman to become the House Minority leader in her home state of Georgia and the first African-American woman to be nominated by a major party for State Governor. Her fight against voter suppression helped win Georgia for the Democrats and helped Joe Biden secure the presidency. As Biden himself has said, ‘Nobody, nobody in America has done more for the right to vote than Stacey’. And as if that weren’t enough for this remarkable 47-year-old woman, she has also written two political books and eight romantic novels.
In June 2021 she came to Intelligence Squared to mark the publication of her new thriller 'While Justice Sleeps', a page-turner set in the corridors of political and judicial power, which has already been a No 1 New York Times bestseller. Abrams will be in conversation with the internationally bestselling novelist Tayari Jones, whose book, 'An American Marriage', about the effects of a wrongful conviction on a young African-American couple, won the Women’s Prize for Fiction 2019, dominated the top ten fiction list on both sides of the Atlantic for many months and has been praised by Barack Obama and Oprah Winfrey.
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