A Dedicated Life: Journalism, Justice and a Chance for Every Child

by David Lawrence, Jeb Bush (Foreword)

Readers of Just Mercy by Bryan Stevenson will love Dave Lawrence's A Dedicated Life What are you going to do for the rest of your life? For Dave Lawrence, a brilliant newspaper editor and publisher with a distinguished, three-decade-long journalism career who retired in 1999 at the age of 56, the answer in his words was to dedicate his life to a “newly energized that every child have a real chance to succeed.” The Children’s Movement of Dave Lawrence, a life-long champion of children, became a leading national advocate for children and was instrumental in founding The Children’s Movement of Florida. Dave Lawrence's Movement is focused on making Florida’s children, especially in their early years, the No. 1 priority for state investment. Jeb Bush, Florida’s 43rd governor from 1999 to 2007 and 2016 presidential “This special book is the story of a good man who has lived an impressive, fascinating, full life dedicated to his family, his profession, his faith and his service to others, especially the youngest and most vulnerable among us. How he describes the passion, persistence and skills of civic engagement to accomplish these building blocks to success is worth the price of the book.” Bob Graham, Florida’s 38th governor from 1979 to 1987, U.S. senator from Florida from 1987 to 2005, and presidential candidate in 2003: "For more than 40 years, Dave was a journalist, rising from co-editor of his high school newspaper to editor or publisher of several of America’s most distinguished newspapers. At each, he inspired the highest standards of journalism built upon a deep immersion into the communities these newspapers served. But the most lasting impression you’ll have will be of a highly principled man applying his talents and values in a transitioning America."

Genres: Biography

236 pages, Hardcover

Published August 31, 2018

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Reviews

[Kristen]

Knowing that David Lawrence Jr. exists in the world fills me with hope for humanity. I'd like to thank him for all he's done for our newspaper, our community, and our children. And I appreciate him for speaking about us (Cuban-Americans) with the upmost respect and understanding. Thank you for seeing us.

[La-Shanda]

Author David Lawrence Jr. is a champion for early childhood education. Throughout his life's experience, he reached religious and political dignitaries regardless of their ideology. His book, "A Dedicated Life" illustrates his mission to serve the public as a journalist, fighter for justice and opportunities for all children. I recommend this book for anyone interest in his life's work.

[Kenisha E. Anthony]

Mr. David Lawerence is a true example of being the change one hopes to see in the world. Never judge a book by itself cover. Mr. Lawerence was very relatable. He brought his vision for all children just as he wanted for his own. He never gave up and kept on the good fight. He continues to live by his morals and principles. A true champion.

[Mark McGuire]

Instructions on how to make a difference

Quite the career and life that David has. It took a while to get to the core messages I hoped to gain by reading this book. Dave parted his wisdom in a well-crafted story that ultimately made me want to re-read it again in the same vein as another classic, How to win friends and influence people, does.

[Jerry Goodwin]

I really respect this man and what he has done for our South Florida community. That said, I have never really liked autobiography. Most are too one sided and present an individual without the flaws that make them human.