PRINT Book Club Discusses 'The Art of Saving Democracy' Action Kit
The June 2026 PRINT Book Club featured a discussion of 'The Art of Saving Democracy,' an interactive action kit rather than a traditional book. The kit includes posters, postcards, stickers, and conversation prompts, with original works by artists Carrie Mae Weems, Shepard Fairey, and Tracie Ching. Hosts Debbie Millman and Steven Heller spoke with Svante Myrick, Tracie Ching, and Na Eng, who connected the project to Norman Lear's belief that art and culture shape public attitudes more effectively than policy papers. The panel explored how visual storytelling and shared creative experiences can combat political helplessness and foster civic participation.
Key facts
- PRINT Book Club met in June 2026 to discuss 'The Art of Saving Democracy'.
- The book is packaged as an action kit with posters, postcards, stickers, and conversation prompts.
- Artists contributing original works include Carrie Mae Weems, Shepard Fairey, and Tracie Ching.
- Debbie Millman and Steven Heller hosted the discussion.
- Panelists included Svante Myrick, Tracie Ching, and Na Eng.
- The project is linked to Norman Lear's belief in art's power to shape public attitudes.
- The kit aims to inspire participation in democracy through visual storytelling and conversation.
- The recording of the discussion is available for viewing.
Entities
Artists
- Carrie Mae Weems
- Shepard Fairey
- Tracie Ching
- Norman Lear
Institutions
- PRINT Magazine
- PRINT Book Club