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Not on Our Watch: The Mission to End Genocide in Darfur and Beyond | 
 enlarge | Authors: Don Cheadle, Prender John
Publisher: Hyperion
Category: Book
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Sales Rank: 54915
Media: Paperback
Pages: 272
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Dimensions (in): 8.2 x 5.7 x 1.1
ISBN: 1401303358
Dewey Decimal Number: 962.404
EAN: 9781401303358
ASIN: 1401303358
Publication Date: May 1, 2007
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Condition: Retired library copy w/stickers; no marks/highlights in text; some cover wear, dents, bends & binding is worn in a few spots (all pages intact & still a readable/usable copy); paperbk
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An Academy Award-nominated actor and a renowned human rights activist team up to change the tragic course of history in the Sudan -- with readers' help While Don Cheadle was filming Hotel Rwanda, a new crisis had already erupted in Darfur, in nearby Sudan. In September 2004, then-Secretary of State Colin Powell termed the atrocities being committed there "genocide" -- and yet two years later things have only gotten worse. 3.5 million Sudanese are going hungry, 2.5 million have been displaced by violence, and 400,000 have died in Darfur to date. Both shocked and energized by this ongoing tragedy, Cheadle teamed up with leading activist John Prendergast to focus the world's attention. Not on Our Watch, their empowering book, offers six strategies readers themselves can implement: Raise Awareness, Raise Funds, Write a Letter, Call for Divestment, Start an Organization, and Lobby the Government. Each of these small actions can make a huge difference in the fate of a nation, and a people -- not only in Darfur, but in other crisis zones such as Somalia, Congo, and northern Uganda.
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 The essential primer for combating genocide in Darfur and elsewhere May 8, 2007
John Uniack Davis (West Africa)
45 out of 46 found this review helpful
Several good books have already been written on the genocide in Darfur. Generally, they fall into one of two categories - either they provide rich historical, cultural, and political background (e.g., Gerard Prunier's The Ambiguous Genocide) or they provide first-hand accounts of the authors' experiences witnessing the tragedy of Darfur (e.g., Brian Steidle's The Devil Came on Horseback). What makes Cheadle and Prendergast's book particularly rich is that it provides useful background on the Darfur genocide, enriches it with the authors' experiences on the front lines, and also gives concrete tips for how average citizens can make a real contribution to efforts to stop crimes against humanity in Darfur and elsewhere (e.g., northern Uganda and Congo).
The "actor-vist" Cheadle and his activist friend Prendergast strike the perfect tone, not understating the horrors that the Government of Sudan and the Janjaweed allies have unleashed on "African" populations of Darfur, while managing somehow to present their complex message in a user-friendly, occasionally lighthearted, and ultimately optimistic manner. The reader closes the book after the last page feeling empowered to participate in a broad social movement with the potential to effect real change. In short, we are not alone in wanting to help the people of Darfur, and we have a real opportunity to make a difference, through emphasizing the "three Ps for preventing atrocities" (protection, punishment, and peacemaking), and applying the authors' "six strategies for change". The strategies are particularly focused on constituency building and advocacy aimed at the U.S. Government. Consequently, while the authors certainly note the complicity of the Chinese and Russian governments and firms in fueling the all-too-literal fires of the Darfur genocide, much more attention is paid to the role of the War on Terror in providing cover for the Khartoum regime, and the consequent need for citizens to pressure the U.S. Government to push the Government of Sudan to stop its abuses, disarm the janjaweed, and permit United Nations peacekeepers.
One thing that I particularly liked about Not on Our Watch is that Cheadle and Prendergast are eager to accord recognition and visibility to the many people and organizations that are already doing great work on the Darfur issue. This has the effect of buttressing the authors' message of empowerment and optimism while also providing richly deserved acknowledgment for people who are doing good work, often at some personal sacrifice. It also implicitly strengthens Cheadle and Prendergast's credibility - in spite of being a Hollywood actor and a high-profile activist, clearly not self-effacing types, they are more than willing to give credit to others and are eager to promote and further enhance the strong social fabric that has emerged through the "Save Darfur" movement. I enthusiastically recommend this important, multi-faceted book, particularly for those wishing to learn effective ways to make a difference in stopping atrocities in Sudan and elsewhere.
An activist's handbook April 15, 2007
NY lawyer (New York, New York USA)
20 out of 31 found this review helpful
Loved it. A truely inspiring roadmap of how to effect change. Don and John do a great job of conveying their personal journey in tackling the enormous problem of genocide.
An important book May 3, 2007
M. H. Bixby (DC)
15 out of 16 found this review helpful
Not On Our Watch: The Mission to End Genocide in Darfur and Beyond by Don Cheadle and John Prendergast is a book that does two things - it chronicles the work of activists and advocates to start what is now a true citizens movement for Darfur, and it lays out ways that individuals can help end genocide. The book is also peppered with the thoughts and commentary of the authors, which provides an often amusing insight into what makes two of Darfur's greatest champions tick. (For more of my thoughts on the book see here). Also, portions of the proceeds go to the new camapaign ENOUGH [...]
 Let the buyer beware July 10, 2007
truthwillout
12 out of 25 found this review helpful
This is an advertisement for a social cause. A more enlightened use of energy would be to identify the core players in the genocide. What the advertisement wants everyone to do instead is pour their money, time, energy and sympathy blissfully into a cause while ignoring the root of the matter. Do a little research - it is very hard to find even a hint in the media that indicates the core of the issue, which is: exactly who is doing the killing? Why? From what source are they obtaining weapons and funding? What is the motive behind the funding?
Worthy April 29, 2007
Just (NJ)
10 out of 40 found this review helpful
If this is by the John Prendergast whose father worked with my father, Hugh McDermott at NBC-TV, this book will go on to save lives.
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