The Ones We've Been Waiting for

A bright and optimistic outlook on the future of American leadership by Charlotte Alter, a well-known journalist. The Ones We've Been Waiting For explores the rise of millennial leadership, highlighting 26 millennials in Congress and how they are governing cities, running for councils and serving in state legislatures. Alter observes how growing up during 9/11, serving in the military, and participating in various social and political movements have shaped this new generation's outlook. Focusing on millennial leaders like Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Pete Buttiegieg, Alter shows how this generation is governs differently than their predecessors and what America may look like under their leadership.