Maryland Gov. Wes Moore to release book ‘Repair’ on healing a divided nation
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore is releasing Repair: Healing a Divided Nation, due March 9, an assessment of national division with a path forward that aims to include everyone and rekindle shared purpose. The book, published by Henry Holt & Company, reflects Moore’s experiences in Maryland as context for broader dialogue and questions how to repair societal rifts. Moore, Maryland’s first Black governor, emphasizes a collaborative approach and invites reader participation in rebuilding common humanity. Although he has said he won’t seek the 2028 presidency, the work aligns with the trajectory of White House contenders who publish to shape national conversations. The publication follows his reelection in a landslide and positions his perspectives within the wider discourse of national reconciliation.
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The book is titled Repair: Healing a Divided Nation and is scheduled for release on March 9, published by Henry Holt & Company.
Moore frames the work as an honest assessment that proposes a forward path designed to include all Americans and to spark widespread dialogue.
In the accompanying statement, Moore links the book to his experiences in Maryland and his belief that difficult actions by good people can occur even under daunting odds.
He describes the project as an inquiry into how to rediscover shared humanity and common purpose, inviting readers to contribute their own perspectives.
Moore has publicly stated he will not run in 2028, while noting that book releases are common among potential presidential contenders; the piece places him among other figures who have published to influence national discourse.
Moore is an established author prior to his political career, with memoirs including The Work and The Other Wes Moore, which recount his personal connections and life experiences.