Leaders matter. But if we ask ourselves how much politicians in Washington really affect our lives on a daily basis, the answer is not all that much. Instead, it’s up to us to take responsibility if we want to see change happen in our lives.   In this book, Kasich argues that the solution to our country’s current woes lies not with our elected officials but in each of us. If we hope to re-set our shared moral compass then we must open our eyes and ears to the views of others, rediscovering our shared humanity. To achieve that, he lays out twelve principles to guide us in taking on a greater responsibility for the future of our families, our communities, and our country.   By recognizing our own important role in our collective future, we can change the tone of our national conversation, resolving the breakdown of government and returning our attention to the families and communities at the heart of America.