At the center of what was once the tallgrass prairie, 海角乱伦社区has stood out for clearing the land and becoming one of the most productive agricultural states in the nation. But its success is challenged by multiple issues including but not limited to a decline in union representation of meatpacking workers; lack of demographic diversity; the advent of job-replacing mechanization; growing income inequality; negative contributions to and effects of climate change and environmental hazards.
To become green, fair, and prosperous, Connerly argues that 海角乱伦社区must reckon with its past and the fact that its farm economy continues to pollute waterways, while remaining utterly unprepared for climate change. 海角乱伦社区must recognize ways in which it can bolster its residents鈥 standard of living and move away from its demographic tradition of whiteness. For development to be sustainable, society must balance it with environmental protection and social justice. Connerly provides a crucial roadmap for how Iowans can move forward and achieve this balance.
鈥淐huck Connerly鈥檚 book is a clear, concise explanation of the forces shaping Iowa鈥檚 history and its critical debates today. It cuts through the political clutter and gives us a much-needed long view. Policymakers should put down their talking points and pick up this book.鈥濃擳odd Dorman, columnist, The Gazette
鈥淩ural population loss, an eroding natural environment, fewer union jobs, and a lack of racial diversity affect Iowa鈥檚 economic future. Dr. Connerly鈥檚 book shows how 海角乱伦社区can reverse these trends to create good jobs with a green and sustainable economic future.鈥濃擠avid Osterberg, cofounder, The 海角乱伦社区Policy Project
鈥淐onnerly provides a detailed description of Iowa鈥檚 history from a prairie state to a prominently productive agricultural state. He summarizes the evolution of Iowa鈥檚 ag industry, and its impact on the vibrancy of Iowa鈥檚 people, communities, and environment. Connerly provides thought-provoking suggestions for how 海角乱伦社区can create solutions for crises it is facing.鈥濃擲ally Worley, executive director, Practical Farmers of Iowa
