Healing Politics: A Doctor’s Journey into the Heart of Our Political Epidemic

In "Healing Politics: A Doctor’s Journey into the Heart of Our Political Epidemic," Abdul El-Sayed offers a riveting exploration of the deep-seated issues plaguing American democracy through the lens of his rich experiences as a physician, scholar, and political hopeful. Born to immigrant parents, El-Sayed's early exposure to diverse struggles fueled his ambition to pursue medicine and later public health, culminating in his role as Detroit's youngest health official. However, his journey doesn't stop at medicine. Disheartened by the systemic socio-economic conditions fostering widespread illness, El-Sayed pivots towards politics, inspired by leaders like Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Bernie Sanders. His memoir, published on March 31, 2020, is not only a personal narrative of resilience and transformation but also a scholarly discourse on the intersections of economic justice, health equity, and racial justice. College students will find El-Sayed's story a compelling case for the crucial role of informed, empathetic leadership in crafting a just society. This book challenges readers to consider how deep-rooted inequities can be addressed through collective action and progressive policymaking.