From the Roots Up

"From the Roots Up" seeks to inform, motivate, challenge, and inspire you to look past conventional wisdom regarding life, faith, and politics. This collection of columns and stories offers thought-provoking story vignettes about everyday people and the issues they face today. Arizona native Randy Camacho has his finger on the pulse of what makes his state tick-its people. He was raised with a strong work ethic, and he knows what it means to pursue freedom and the American Dream.

In this collection of past columns and personal stories from the "Arizona Republic," Camacho has included columns that cover political topics and others that profile different personal experiences, including "The Courage of Compromise," "Patriotism Trumps Dogma," "Stop and Gain Perspective," and "Freedom's Promise Shines in Many Ways." A great number of today's challenges can be overcome by gaining a new perspective from the heartfelt experiences of others, as is so poignantly illustrated in this collection.

"From the Roots Up" warms the soul, touches the human spirit, and provides insight into how Camacho views life, politics, and the world around us. More importantly, it demonstrates that we have more in common than we think.