The Hope for Audacity: From Cynicism to Hope in Educational Leadership and Policy is authored
by educators who feel compelled to make their voices heard - fueled by their passion for
authentic learning their vision for the future of education and their deep concern with the
nurturing of our democracy which they believe is being endangered by market-logic decisions in
educational policy. This book is a thoughtful affirmation of the very tenets of President
Obama's hopeful vision for this nation not mere empty or cynical critique of his policies.
However the book also challenges him to examine the contradictions in his stated philosophy
and policies. The book is a plea to translate his beliefs into political action and to thus
transform hope into reality. Ultimately the authors express their genuine commitment and
eagerness to work hand in hand with President Obama in educational reform and to attain his
vision of «Yes we can.»
