The Enduring Optimism of 'Parks and Rec'

Jennifer Keishin Armstrong on her new book about the beloved Amy Poehler sitcom, and why the Obama-era comedy is still timely during Trump 2.0.

Our very own Jennifer Keishin Armstrong has a new book out on Tuesday, April 7, about one of TV’s most beloved sitcoms: Parks and Rec: The Underdog TV Show That Lit'rally Inspired a Vision for a Better America.

Amy Poehler starred as Leslie Knope, the sunny, hard-working city councilwoman who was relentlessly optimistic about the role of local governmen…