Senator Elizabeth Warren’s Book ‘Persist’ To Come Out In April Next Year

Elizabeth Warren, a senior United States senator from Massachusetts and longtime member of the Democratic Party, has authored a book titled Persist that is scheduled to be out on April 20, 2021. According to publishers Henry Holt and Company, Persist is "a deeply personal book and a powerful call to action," and will trace Warren's bid for the Democratic Presidential nomination alongside now President-Elect Joe Biden. This will not be Warren's first book since the 71-year-old has previously authored several titles, including A Fighting Chance and This Fight is Our Fight. 

"I wrote Persist because I remain as committed as ever to fighting for an America that works for everyone. I’ve written a dozen books, but this one is especially personal: I bring the pieces of who I am to the fight for real change, and I passionately believe that we are in a moment when extraordinary changes are possible," Warren was quoted saying in a statement.

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Significance of the word 'Persist'

The single-word title of Warren's next release apparently holds great significance in her life and career. In 2017, there was a confrontation between Warren and Kentucky senator Mitch McConnell. The former was reportedly barred from a debate after an objection by McConnell. However, Warren completed her speech during an online live session.

In countering her, McConnell had infamously said, "Sen. Warren was giving a lengthy speech. She had appeared to violate the rule. She was warned. She was given an explanation. Nevertheless, she persisted." Warren and her colleagues soon adopted the word "persist" as a slogan for their future campaigns and identity.

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More about Elizabeth Warren

Elizabeth Ann Warren, 71, is the first female senator from Massachusetts and has served in this role since 2013. Warren, as one of the seniormost members of the Democratic Party, has long been noted as an influential politician in the United States. In 2019, she emerged as a key player during the US Presidential nominations and was identified as the forerunning face of the Democratic Party. She conceded in March 2020 and was ultimately overtaken by Joe Biden.

Prior to her political stint, Warren was renowned as an important figure in academic and law circles, by virtue of being a professor of bankruptcy law. Her most significant reforms have been in the areas of economics, including consumer protection and other progressive policies. She was known for taking some strong stances during the global financial crisis of 2007 and 2008.