“Ben Manski has intriguing and provocative ideas, which will arouse spirited discussion in any audience.”
~ Howard Zinn, Historian
“Ben inspires me! His clear-headed analysis, his strong grasp of history, his compelling vision and on-the-ground strategy for bringing democracy to life: Who wouldn’t be insipired? I encourage you to invite Ben Manski to shake up your world.”
~ Frances Moore Lappé, author, Diet for a Small Planet, author, Getting a Grip
“Ben Manski carries on where Tom Paine left off. No one today is thinking harder - and working harder - to realize the promise of the American revolution.”
~ John Nichols, The Nation, author: The Genius of Impeachment
“When Ben Manski gets up to speak, you know it’s going to be exciting!”
~ Ralph Nader
“Manski is one of the visionaries of his generation. His analysis of the dynamics of American politics and how it fits within the larger landscape of world events is both well researched and insightful."
~ Anita Rios, President, Board of Directors, Green Institute
“Ben is a born-again witness for the rebirth of democracy - in its truest and broadest sense - and has the rare capacity to bridge the gap between theory and pragmatic action to deliver the good news with passion and insight.”
~ Austin King, President, Madison Common Council
“Ben Manski is a brilliant and original analyst of how corporations have undermined America, and how we the people can organize and take it from them.”
~ John Stauber, co-author, Toxic Sludge Is Good For You
“A seasoned activist with extensive experience regarding issues relating to education and democracy . . . . Behind his amusing experiential narratives lies an extensive store of knowledge and a deep understanding of the systems which underlie our universities. Manski truly serves as an inspiration to committed student activists.”
~ UConn Free Press
“One of the more thoughtful and devoted organizers the fledgling movement for democracy has. If we had just 100 Manskis, the corporate elite would be quaking and foaming at the mouth in fear.”
~ Charlie Cray, Director, Center for Corporate Policy
“I could listen to him for hours; I wanted to hear more.”
~ Bernardo Alvarez, Ambassador of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela
“Ben Manski is a terrific speaker and one of the most visionary emerging young public figures in America today. Everyone should hear his powerful and provocative message about the state of democracy and what can and should be done about it.”
~ Robert W. McChesney, founder, FreePress
