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The Pivot Audiobook by Kurt Campbell

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Kurt Campbell) — Tue, 28 Jun 2016 23:45:38 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Pivot Subtitle: The Future of American Statecraft in Asia Author: Kurt Campbell Narrator: Marc Vietor Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 06-28-16 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 15 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: From former assistant secretary of state Kurt M. Campbell comes the definitive analysis and explanation of the new major shift in American foreign policy, its interests and assets, to Asia. There is a quiet drama playing out in American foreign policy far from the dark contours of upheaval in the Middle East and South Asia and the hovering drone attacks of the War on Terror. The United States is in the midst of a substantial and long-term national project, which is proceeding in fits and starts, to reorient its foreign policy to the East. The central tenet of this policy shift, aka the Pivot, is that the United States will need to do more with and in the Asia-Pacific hemisphere to help revitalize its own economy, to realize the full potential of the region's dramatic innovation, and to keep the peace in the world's most dynamic region, where the lion's share of the history of the 21st century will be written. This book is about a necessary course correction for American diplomacy, commercial engagement, and military innovation during a time of unrelenting and largely unrewarding conflict. While the United States has intensified its focus on the Asia-Pacific arena relative to previous administrations, much more remains to be done. The Pivot is about that future. It explores how the United States should construct a strategy that will position it to maneuver across the East and offers a clarion call for cunning, dexterity, and ingenuity in the period ahead for American statecraft in the Asia-Pacific region. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your Library section along with the audio. Critic Reviews: "This is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the emerging 'Pacific Century' and America's indispensable role in it." (John McCain, US senator) "Kurt Campbell is one of America's foremost diplomats on Asia. He has written a highly provocative account of the history, and future, of America's engagement with the Eastern Hemisphere. Importantly, his voice is bound to be influential in any future Clinton administration." (Kevin Rudd, former prime minister of Australia) "In The Pivot, Dr. Campbell gives a comprehensive description of the evolution of U.S. policy toward Asia, captures the centrality of Asia to America's future, and makes a compelling argument as to the specific ways we can harness the potential of this dynamic region in the twenty-first century. This book should be required reading for policy makers and scholars alike." (Richard Armitage, former deputy secretary of state) Members Reviews: More a sales pitch for TPP than anything else I'd say I'm pretty versed in the dynamic political and economic arena of SE Asia since I do a lot of business in that region. This book gives a broad overview like many previous reviewers mentioned and I even liked the chapter that provides historical overview of conflict between the countries. However, this book is just that... a broad overview. In my opinion, the author used this book as a way to sell the TPP. All in all, it was a good read that talked about the need to shift focus back to that region but it left me wanting more. Excellent Overview of Asia The organization of this book is very well though out, and clearly goes through Asian history, current events, foreign policy, and U.S.

The Great Suppression Audiobook by Zachary Roth

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Zachary Roth) — Tue, 02 Aug 2016 14:38:38 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Great Suppression Subtitle: Voting Rights, Corporate Cash, and the Conservative Assault on Democracy Author: Zachary Roth Narrator: Zach Villa Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 5 mins Language: English Release date: 08-02-16 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 32 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: A deeply reported look inside the new conservative movement working to undermine American democracy. Control of the country is up for grabs - and Republicans have been rigging the game in their favor. Twenty-two states have passed restrictions on voting. Ruthless gerrymandering has given the GOP a long-term grip on Congress. Meanwhile, the Supreme Court has eviscerated campaign finance laws, boosting candidates backed by big money. It would be worrying enough if these were just schemes for partisan advantage. But the reality is even more disturbing. As reporter Zachary Roth reveals, a growing number of Republicans distrust the very idea of democracy - and they're doing everything they can to limit it. In The Great Suppression, Roth unearths the deep historical roots of this antiegalitarian worldview and introduces us to its modern-day proponents: the GOP officials pushing to make it harder to cast a ballot; the lawyers looking to scrap all limits on money in politics; the libertarian scholars reclaiming judicial activism to roll back the New Deal; and the corporate lobbyists working to ban local action on everything from the minimum wage to the environment. And he travels from Rust Belt cities to Southern towns to show us how these efforts are hurting the most vulnerable Americans and preventing progress on pressing issues. A sharp, searing polemic in the tradition of Rachel Maddow and Matt Taibbi, The Great Suppression is an urgent wake-up call about a threat to our most cherished values and a rousing argument for why we need democracy now more than ever. Members Reviews: great read Good information for everyone. Good read if you are a novice or veteran in the arena that is politics Required Reading This book lays out why as a democracy our Nation is in great peril from the GOP. should be required reading/listening its a no holds barred look at the true face of the conservative movement today.

Our Last Hope Audiobook by Michael Maharrey

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Michael Maharrey) — Fri, 02 Aug 2013 12:13:29 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Our Last Hope Subtitle: Rediscovering the Lost Path to Liberty Author: Michael Maharrey Narrator: Jeff Riggenbach Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 08-02-13 Publisher: Listen and Think Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Vote the bums out! Call Congress! Take it to the Supreme Court! These are the calls of political activists nationwide. Yet these methods have completely failed to limit the power of the government in Washington, DC. For over a 100 years, it hasn't matter which political party has been in charge. The consolidation of power in the hands of an unlimited central government continues. In Our Last Hope: Rediscovering the Lost Path to Liberty, Michael Maharrey makes the case for a different path - one that's both old and new. It's called nullification. The message? If a new course isn't taken, and taken now, Liberty... may be lost forever. Members Reviews: ATTN State Elected Officials Please, please, PLEASE read this book and start protecting us from the overreaching Uncle Sam. Don't let history judge you as having been the last hope for regaining and preserving our liberty had you acted when you had the duty to do so but failed. This book clearly lays out the rightful remedy. I applaud the author for his courage and clarity of words. The narrator for the audio version is perfect.

Fearless in Opposition Audiobook by P. Chidambaram

biacuaduc@gmail.com (P. Chidambaram) — Fri, 22 Dec 2017 03:53:24 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Fearless in Opposition Subtitle: Power and Accountability Author: P. Chidambaram Narrator: Rajat Verman Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs Language: English Release date: 12-22-17 Publisher: Audible Studios Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: What is the BJP's definition of nationalism? Why did the UPA government follow a policy of 'strategic restraint'? Why is MGNREGA an important instrument in the larger context of India's transformation? How has the 'surgical strike' on currency resulted in difficulties for millions of people? These contentious questions are just a few of the myriad political, strategic and economic issues that former Union Minister P. Chidambaram analyses in his latest book. Written in inimitable style and characteristic wit by one of India's most influential political commentators, this book brings together a selection of the finest and most incisive essays published as a weekly column in The Indian EXPRESS in 2016. This is as much a showcase of P. Chidambaram's impeccable writing as it is a thought-provoking commentary on the state of the nation. Members Reviews: Shallow This book is very shallow in its treatment of various political controversies. As one could expect, he fires cheap shots against the BJP party (for example, p. 10-12) . At the same time, he leaves out controversial matters and corruption allegations. His controversies have also been cleaned from his wikipedia article. Also google ' Saradha Chit Fund Scam', 'CBI raids on Chidambaram', 'corruption' and 'wikileaks' for some interesting articles. Very poorly written. What Rahul Gandhi talks about in ... Very poorly written. What Rahul Gandhi talks about in his every speech...castism,hindutva, nationalists, Demonitization and GST problems etc...nothing new. This also proves that RG's mind is partially controlled by chindambaram.

Working Congress Audiobook by Robert Mann

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Robert Mann) — Tue, 20 Jun 2017 04:03:14 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Working Congress Subtitle: A Guide for Senators, Representatives, and Citizens Author: Robert Mann Narrator: Jim Seybert Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 06-20-17 Publisher: University Press Audiobooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: In 1964, as the polarizing Civil Rights Act made its way through the House and Senate, and Congress navigated one of the most tumultuous eras in American history, a Harris Poll put the institution's approval rating at 60%. Why then, 50 years later, has the public's approval of Congress eroded to an all-time low of 10%? Working Congress: A Guide for Senators, Representatives, and Citizens seeks to isolate the reasons for Congress's staggering decline in public opinion, and to propose remedies to reverse the grave dysfunction in America's most important political institution. Aided by the input of retired members of Congress from both major parties, editor Robert Mann and his fellow contributors identify paralyzing partisan rancor as perhaps the most significant reason for the American public's declining support of its main representative body. The lack of mutual trust within Congress reflects (and creates) the suspicion and animosity of the great majority of Americans. Working Congress argues that members of Congress must find a path to cooperation if they are to function as the representative institution the founders intended. Trenchant chapters by Mickey Edwards, Ross K. Baker, Frances E. Lee, Brian L. Fife, Susan Herbst, and Mark Kennedy analyze the problems and challenges facing Congress and suggest solutions to counteract partisan gridlock. Though these scholars and former members share a conviction that men and women of good will can and should work together, they do not assume that their solutions will herald a bipartisan utopia. Instead, they recognize that Congress is, and will always be, a work in progress. The book is published by Louisiana State University Press. Members Reviews: Ideas worth hearing Any additional comments? There are numerous reasons why I enjoyed this book and would recommend it to others. First, I appreciate that it was written with contributions from both Republicans and Democrats who offered shared points of view as well as different perspectives. This book represents what I would hope to see in functional government - people with different political perspectives contributing different ideas and identifying common ground between the perspectives. Second, this book identifies a variety of structural and procedural weaknesses in the Congressional system, which help explain hyper-partisanship and the continuation of the status quo (the book was copyrighted in 2014). In other words, there are a variety of factors that contribute to the organizational culture of Congress; a simple fix isn't easy to identify. Third, I was delighted to read about the importance of rhetoric, argumentation, and persuasion. I'm suffering from partisan propaganda fatigue, so whenever I encounter objective or bi-partisan political discourse I feel refreshed and optimistic. Finally, I appreciated the reminder that politics can be as rude and violent as WWE wrestling. I recall one of the early chapters of Shelby Foote's first volume on the civil war, where he describes how a Senator (Sumner?) was brutally attacked with a cane by a fellow politician (Brooks?) on the Senate floor prior to the Civil War.

Show Me a Hero Audiobook by Lisa Belkin

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Lisa Belkin) — Tue, 29 Sep 2015 01:51:31 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Show Me a Hero Subtitle: A Tale of Murder, Suicide, Race, and Redemption Author: Lisa Belkin Narrator: Jay Snyder, Cheryl Smith Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 50 mins Language: English Release date: 09-29-15 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 16 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Now an HBO miniseries Not in my backyard - that's the refrain commonly invoked by property owners who oppose unwanted development. Such words assume a special ferocity when the development in question is public housing. Lisa Belkin penetrates the prejudices, myths, and heated emotions stirred by the most recent trend in public housing as she re-creates a landmark case in riveting detail, showing how a proposal to build scattered-site public housing in middle-class neighborhoods nearly destroyed an entire city and forever changed the lives of many of its citizens. Members Reviews: very sad what happened to the mayor. this story is very eye-opening because it deals with government over step and how people believe that integration should be forced it should not be forced it should be something that comes natural and if you work hard to live somewhere and buy a nice house and live in a nice neighborhood no matter what color you are you should be able to live in that place without being forced to live with others who do not put as much work and who do not put as much money into the system as you do

Making Our Democracy Work Audiobook by Stephen Breyer

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Stephen Breyer) — Fri, 01 Oct 2010 15:60:50 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Making Our Democracy Work Subtitle: A Judges View Author: Stephen Breyer Narrator: Luis Moreno Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 10-01-10 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 51 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer delivers an impassioned argument for the proper role of Americas highest judicial body. Examining historic and contemporary decisions by the Court, Breyer highlights the rulings that have bolstered public confidence as well as the missteps that have triggered distrust. What emerges is a unique approach - certain to be admired for years to come - to interpreting the Constitution. Members Reviews: Timely Easy to follow the narrative. Justice Beyer gives us a very good civics lesson with this book. I want my Grandkids to read this. awesome loved it read well and easy to follow the author brings many examples and Pont of view Excellent presentation of a complex topic Good narration of a complicated subject made it easy to listen to this excellent text.

America's Secret War Audiobook by George Friedman

biacuaduc@gmail.com (George Friedman) — Fri, 10 Dec 2004 20:32:58 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: America's Secret War Subtitle: Inside the Struggle Between the United States and Its Enemies Author: George Friedman Narrator: Brian Emerson Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 51 mins Language: English Release date: 12-10-04 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 634 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Stratfor, one of the world's most respected private global intelligence firms, has an unmatched ability to provide clear perspective on the current geopolitical map. In America's Secret War, George Friedman identifies the United States' most dangerous enemies, delves into presidential strategies of the last quarter century, and reveals the real reasons behind the attack of September 11, and the Bush administration's motivation for the war in Iraq. It describes in eye-opening detail America's covert and overt efforts in the global war against terrorism: Not only are U.S. armies in combat on every continent but also, since September 11, the intelligence services of dozens of nations have been operating in close partnership with the CIA. America's Secret War is an unprecedented look at the new world war being waged behind the scenes today. It is sure to stir debate and capture headlines around the world. Critic Reviews: "Stratfor is changing the way we think about news." (American Spectator) "A clearer, deeper, and subtler understanding of the post-9/11 world than we will ever get from listening to the cacophony of talking heads on television." (Booklist) Members Reviews: The Best Exceptional. I have read (or listened to) most of the other books on this subject, many of them quite good, but "America's Secret War" was by far the best of the bunch in every important way. It is perfectly clear, concise and forthright. It is full of "I didn't realize that!" moments, and even readers who know a lot about this subject matter are likely to find nuggets of truth and perspective that will surprise them (if only because the concepts are so well explained and put into such clear perspective that you find yourself grasping concepts with a depth you might not have otherwise). It takes no political stance, but instead outlines and analyzes events as they happened without partisan spin (something that I appreciate all the more in this age of increasingly whiny, partisan, adversarial screeds by authors with openly political agendas and a total lack of shame flaunting them). Moreover, this book is truly interesting, fast-paced, and novelistic: I found myself compelled to continue listening to it not just by my desire to learn more, but also by the same "can't wait to find out what happens next" story-telling that the best adventure novels benefit from. That is partly due to the writing, of course, but the narrator was also among the best I've heard. He was one of only 2 narrators that were so good that I looked up their other books and purchased titles I would never have bought otherwise (most of which turned out to be excellent as well, so the narrator really can make or break an audiobook listening experience). This is simply one of the best books I have ever listened to. Outstanding book, answers so many questions. I am far from a 9/11 fanatic. I work in NYC and was there the weekend before and the weekend after. Life goes on, and most of those that were taken I'm sure would agree. However, it has been frustrating watching the confusing actions of this administration. This book provided so much clarity, not so much to the correctness of each decision but the context in which things were done. I can't praise it highly enough.

Libertarianism Today Audiobook by Jacob H. Huebert

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jacob H. Huebert) — Tue, 05 Nov 2013 06:58:21 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Libertarianism Today Author: Jacob H. Huebert Narrator: John Pruden Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 11-05-13 Publisher: Laissez Faire Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Americans are becoming ever more disillusioned with the two traditional political parties. Both seem to offer more of the same: more spending, more war, more bailouts for big businesses, more control over people's lives. That's why more people than ever are taking a look at libertarianism. But what does that mean? Attorney and law professor Jacob H. Huebert explains in Libertarianism Today, an engaging introduction to the libertarian movement's ideas and people. The audiobook starts with the basic libertarian idea that people should be free to do whatever they want as long as they don't harm anyone else. Then the audiobook examines what that means for a wide range of contemporary issues, including the economy, health care, guns, drugs, online file-sharing, and more. Libertarianism Today also introduces the people who are advancing these ideas, from maverick Congressman Ron Paul to the Austrian economists who predicted the 2008 financial crisis to the lawyers who are fighting for freedom in the courts. Listen to this audiobook and see how, even as it's getting more mainstream attention than ever, today's libertarian movement has only become more starkly opposed to the Washington DC status quo - and see why more people than ever are considering this genuine alternative. Members Reviews: Surprisingly Excellent I bought this book because I wanted to find out more about the libertarian stance on intellectual property. I wasn't planning on reading the rest of the book, however the intellectual property chapter was so well written I decided to read the peace chapter, then the gun freedom chapter, then the courts chapter, then the education chapter, then the heath freedom chapter, etc., until just a few minutes ago I finished the whole book. I have to say this book exceeded my expectations and is one of the better books on libertarianism I've read. Every chapter except one was surprisingly excellent. This book isn't just another introduction to libertarianism, and you won't be disappointed if you've read a few other introductory books on libertarianism. I believe the author has picked his material so that this book is refreshing to the more knowledgeable libertarians while being an insightful introduction to those curious about the philosophy. The book is extremely well researched, concise and good enough for me to do quite a bit of underlining of. This book actually has a lot of material that is brand new to me - thus the title Libertarianism Today - not 10 years ago. I only have two complaints about the book. The chapter which discusses the economy is the least good chapter in the book. It contains some helpful and interesting information, but I would read that chapter last. My other complaint has more to do with the way most libertarians define themselves, which I don't particularly care for. I suggest this author read Actual Ethics for a great definition of classical liberalism, and then if possible, write a new version of this book that takes into account a modified version of the Actual Ethics version of classical liberal as a better way of defining libertarian. This may not be possible, but I think the definition of libertarianism is not as strong at the definition of classical liberal as defined in Actual Ethics. Thanks for writing such a great book Mr. Huebert. Libertarianism explained Mr. Huebert does a fantasic job of explaining the libertarian position.

The Coup D'éTat against President Donald J. Trump Audiobook by David Meade

biacuaduc@gmail.com (David Meade) — Mon, 13 Nov 2017 06:27:00 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Coup D'éTat against President Donald J. Trump Author: David Meade Narrator: Mark Cayco Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 1 min Language: English Release date: 11-13-17 Publisher: Archieboy Holdings, LLC Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Right now elements of the Unelected Shadow Government are actively attempting to overthrow President Donald J. Trump. This book explores the covert background of the Deep State and the history of who is behind these clandestine operations against the President. It also reveals who funds them and explains what you can do about coming world events to protect yourself. I explore the myriad of secret societies and name the perpetrators as well. This book covers the high-stakes collaboration of fifth columnists, orchestrated by controlled media and globalists such as billionaire George Soros. When all else fails, the deluded New World Order group will attempt to create a global economic crisis. Don't be concerned - this book covers every angle and how you can protect yourself. George Soros is an international billionaire many times over. He doesn't hesitate to use his money to gain influence, and in turn uses that influence to make radical changes in the fabric of American society. In the opinion of many he is subverting the American political system and forcing his dangerous interests into American legislatures. Trump knows everything, and he is in process of taking the New World Order people down. Of course they are highly traumatized. The mainstream media is using distractions to move the public away from the truth. The real hidden hand of the small group of families who run the monetary system of the world includes, among other players, the Committee of 300. This encompasses the Rothschilds, the Rockefellers, and the Council on Foreign Relations. These are some of the main groups who are pulling all of the strings. How they operate and the platforms from which they emanate are all covered in this book. Members Reviews: Rip off! What promises to be interesting Deep State revelations is about 20% repeat conspiracy theories about ancient secret organizations with no application to the present followed by 80% precious metals sales pitch! DO NOT BUY THIS BOOK. worst book I have ever read worst book I have ever read. it should not even be sold as book about pres. trump. very little about the Pres. in it One Star In the garbage by the third page. Don't waste your money. So many uses for this fine book! A wonderful book in two ways. One: it shows that the mentally ill can lead productive lives, and even write books! That's very positive, right? And two: it's REALLY useful as a gauge of common sense, intellect, insight, and awareness in someone you have suspicions about. Keep a few of these books around, and gift them to anyone you are curious about. If they return with thanks and strongly agree with the material, well....you know to avoid that individual in the future. It's sort of like a barometer for how high someone is on the "weirdo" scale. All in all, a very useful text. One Star " Trump knows everything" --- I highly doubt that.

Terror in the Name of God Audiobook by Jessica Stern

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jessica Stern) — Thu, 26 Feb 2004 04:59:46 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Terror in the Name of God Subtitle: Why Religious Militants Kill Author: Jessica Stern Narrator: Jessica Stern Format: Abridged Length: 6 hrs and 16 mins Language: English Release date: 02-26-04 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 54 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Based on her vast research, Stern lucidly explains how terrorist organizations are formed by opportunistic leaders who, using religion as both motivation and justification, recruit the disenfranchised. She depicts how moral fervor is transformed into sophisticated organizations that strive for money, power, or attention and suggests how terrorism might most effectively be countered. Critic Reviews: "A valuable and much-needed perspective to the problem of religious violence." (Publishers Weekly) "Cogent analysis of methodologies and structures....Serious and provocative..." (New York Times Book Review) "[Stern's] up-close portraits allow readers to glimpse the fierce alienation and the festering grudges that drive desperate men (and a few women) to embrace violent theologies." (Booklist) Members Reviews: disappointing treatment of a serious topic Professor Stern's approach to the issue seemed very promising but both her reporting and conclusions turned out to be very disappointing. She had no balance between the types of "terror" she explored, giving little depth of treatment to Christian and Jewish examples. Her analysis was filled with lots of hand-ringing but little insight into solutions. One came away thinking her greastest suggestion was that the West walk away from globalization, at least to the extent it makes religious zealots uncomfortable. If the rise of religious terror is the by-product of McDonalds franchises, she ought to do better for all the work and risk she endured to gather her impressions. Review I generally have praise for this book. It is well written, rich in both academic and empirical research and obviously, relevant to current events. Yet I wish the author would have explored in greater depth both Christian (barely covered in the beginning of the book) and Jewish religious militants. Also, the author herself reads the work in a monotonous, robotic voice void of inflection of emotion. Overall though, a well formed work of religious militancy, especially a fine moral and pragmatic last chapter offering solutions to terrorism. Good Effort Well written book with an excellent, first hand insight into the scary world of religious terrorism, i.e. terrorism in the name of God. Certainly, recommended. Hit the nail on the head Remarkable original research. I Salute Ms. Stern to have accomplished such a journey with courage and having dangers in pursuit of finding the truth like no one else has

Trumpocracy Audiobook by Michael Mathiesen

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Michael Mathiesen) — Tue, 13 Dec 2016 12:48:58 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Trumpocracy Subtitle: Drain the Swamp Author: Michael Mathiesen Narrator: Michael Mathiesen Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 36 mins Language: English Release date: 12-13-16 Publisher: Michael Mathiesen Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Donald Trump is now the president of the United States. During his campaign he promised to "drain the swamp" and make America great again. So it's now up to all Americans to help him do this because there's no way he can do all of that by himself. A Trumpocracy - the rule of the people, by the people, and for the people at all times utilizing the power of the Internet - is our greatest ally. Now that Donald Trump is president of the United States, and given that he has promised to drain the swamp and give the power to the people, we need to do our part to help ensure that these two promises - the most important ones out of the hundreds that he made - come true during his first year in office. No one can affect the kinds of changes that Donald Trump plans for us without becoming dictator unless he uses the democratic process set up for us by the founding fathers of this great nation. If Donald Trump can really make this country great again, he must do it with our advice and consent.

Back Channel to Cuba Audiobook by Peter Kornbluh, William M. LeoGrande

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Peter Kornbluh) — Tue, 20 Jan 2015 06:16:13 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Back Channel to Cuba Subtitle: The Hidden History of Negotiations Between Washington and Havana Author: Peter Kornbluh, William M. LeoGrande Narrator: Robertson Dean Format: Unabridged Length: 20 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 01-20-15 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 17 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Since 1959, conflict and aggression have dominated the story of US-Cuban relations. From John F. Kennedy's offering of an olive branch to Fidel Castro after the missile crisis, to Henry Kissinger's top-secret quest for normalization, to Barack Obama's promise of a "new approach", William M. LeoGrande and Peter Kornbluh reveal a 50-year record of dialogue and negotiations, both open and furtive, indicating a path toward better relations in the future. LeoGrande and Kornbluh have uncovered hundreds of formerly secret US documents and conducted interviews with dozens of negotiators, intermediaries, and policy makers. The authors describe how, despite the political clamor surrounding any hint of better relations with Havana, serious negotiations have been conducted by every presidential administration since Eisenhower's through secret, back-channel diplomacy. Critic Reviews: "Told in clear prose, this richly detailed book underscores how diplomacy makes headlines, but many exchanges happen far from official negotiation tables." (Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: Essential reading B4 your holiday inbCuba Well you have to want to understand history and want the detail. If that is you, you will really value this book. A fascinating read if only because it documents that the US stuffed Castro (and thus Cuba) systematically for 50 years. Castro creates only a man of reason at the side of the CIA and presidential intransigence and capitalistic dogma. Only Obama - although not impressive - showed any understanding of Cuba (or had no historical baggage) and thus facilitated what could have been resolved so much sooner. The 'Bay of Pigs' and the 'Cuban missile crisis become intelligible'. Even Kennedy's assassination seems more plausibly Cuba-related. An essential read for Cuban visitors.

Courting Disaster Audiobook by Marc A. Thiessen

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Marc A. Thiessen) — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 13:34:03 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Courting Disaster Subtitle: How the CIA Kept America Safe and How Barack Obama Is Inviting the Next Attack Author: Marc A. Thiessen Narrator: Bronson Pinchot Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 03-18-10 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 61 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Marc Thiessen knows more than almost anyone outside the CIA about what went on at CIA black sites and at the detention center at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. As chief speechwriter for President Bush, he was given unprecedented access to some of the most sensitive intelligence our government possessed on al Qaeda terrorists. He has since spent countless hours interviewing the men and women involved in the interrogations at every levelfrom Vice President Dick Cheney to the interrogators themselves. In chilling detail, Thiessen reveals how close the terrorists came to striking again, and how intelligence gained from enhanced interrogation repeatedly stymied their plots. He also shows how President Obamas dismantling of this CIA program, as well as his releasing of secret documents that have aided our enemies, is inviting disaster for America. Critic Reviews: If you want to know what really happened behind the scenes at the CIA interrogation sites or at Guantanamo Bay, you simply must read this book. (Dick Cheney) This book is a must read for anyone who wants to confront [reality] with knowledge and facts rather than rhetoric and headlines. (General Michael Hayden, former Director of the Central Intelligence Agency) Members Reviews: America is in trouble Only 3 people were ever waterboarded Very informative. America is in trouble obama will be remembered as what president ever. lifting the veil This was a very well-written and enlightening book about the methods used to keep the United States safe, and also the ridiculous rulings imposed by the Obama ministration to make this task as difficult as possible. If in other attack after 911 did not occur because of something the Obama administration did, it was more out of sheer luck that we have not had a repeat of the 9/11 attack. this book explains to you why I say this. Courting Disaster This is an excellent book depicting how the current government administration has put this country back to the pre-9-11 stupidity. It shows how the arrogance, lack of knowledge of security operations, and the lack of intelligent operations of the Obama presidency have put the America in a dangerous situation. An important message for all Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? I would highly recommend this book as it tackles a very important yet uncomfortable topic for all of us - torture. Or maybe What about Bronson Pinchots performance did you like? The reader did a good job, especially emphasizing points as I'm sure the author would have wanted. It's how it really happened If you can hold a liberal down and perform the reprogramming like you saw in A Clockwork Orange, then you might be able to get the point across to them, otherwise you will have to settle for making them read/listen to this book.

Putin's Russia Audiobook by Jordan Atkins

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jordan Atkins) — Tue, 18 Oct 2016 14:09:26 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Putin's Russia Subtitle: Beyond Media Headlines: Why Knowing the Truth Will Protect Your Family Author: Jordan Atkins Narrator: Mark Rossman Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 10-18-16 Publisher: Jordan Atkins Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 32 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: We are closer to World War III today than most would imagine! The United States and Russia are closer to war right now than we have been at any point in history. According to Vladimir Putin - as well as numerous international experts - a global nuclear showdown is becoming increasingly likely. A lack of cooperation between the US and Russia in safeguarding nuclear materials is also increasing the risk of terrorists like ISIS conducting a dirty bomb attack in Europe. Americans are sleepwalking into disaster with our media and politicians leading the charge. We hear about "deterring Russian aggression" all the time but rarely about what may be causing it. It's all Putin's fault so it doesn't matter, right? Or could US policies be leading us to tragedy? You're about to discover the reality about Russia that goes against popular opinion. You will learn the truth about Vladimir Putin, President Obama, Donald Trump, Hillary Clinton, defense contractors, NATO, Ballistic Missile Defense, the Ukraine crisis, and much more. This book will do something our government-media complex rarely does - analyze and describe Russia's side of the story. So it will provide you with an alternate perspective than what you are used to. Thus, some of the content will be controversial. Too much is at stake for you and your family to continue being told exactly what to think by the people in power as a war with Russia becomes more and more likely. It's time to act like your family's future depends on understanding the truth. Because it does. Members Reviews: Know Putin's truth in this audiobook Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? Yes, I would recommend this book to anyone wanting to know about Russia and about Putin's role in or world. What was one of the most memorable moments of Putin's Russia? The most memorable moment were his initiatives and the real reasons of Putin's interests going forward. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? It took me a couple of days to finish the audiobook but regardless, it's still very good and I learned a ton from this listening. Any additional comments? I would recommend this book to anyone especially now that Trump has become president. Their relationship should be fun to watch in the next 4 years. US & Russia!!!!The truth beyond media headlines!!! This book is definitely written from a pro-Russian/US relationship. Very sound points made and plenty of insightful thought regarding the mainstream media's propaganda. Well worth to listen Our elected officials are more concerned about building their bank accounts than doing what they were elected for.All I can say is that this book should probably be required reading for any university that discusses modern day Russia or an analysis of post-Cold War history... Sad truth about US vs Rusia Any additional comments? We all know the United States and Russia are closer to war right now than we have been at any point in history, as per the headlines and social medias. It's tragic and horrific story but sad truth. I find it informative. It contains the whole thing I require to recognize concerning the US as well as Russia. Good read! I really enjoyed reading it!! This book was amazing.

Class Warfare Audiobook by Steven Brill

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Steven Brill) — Sat, 20 Aug 2011 21:08:29 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Class Warfare Subtitle: Inside the Fight to Fix America's Schools Author: Steven Brill Narrator: L. J. Ganser Format: Unabridged Length: 16 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 08-20-11 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 138 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: In a reporting tour de force, award-winning journalist Steven Brill takes an uncompromising look at the adults who are fighting over Americas failure to educate its children and points the way to reversing that failure. Brills vivid narrative, filled with unexpected twists and turns, takes us from the Oval Office, where President Obama signs off on an unprecedented plan that will infuriate the teachers unions because it offers billions to states that win an education reform contest; to boisterous assemblies, where parents join the fight over their childrens schools; to a Fifth Avenue apartment, where billionaires plan a secret fund to promote school reform; to a Colorado high school, where students who seemed destined to fail are instead propelled to college; to state capitols across the country, where school reformers hoping to win Obamas "contest" push bills that would have been unimaginable a few years ago. Its the story of an unlikely army - fed-up public-school parents, Ivy League idealists, hedge-funders, civil rights activists, conservative Republicans, insurgent Democrats - squaring off against unions that the reformers claim are protecting a system that works for the adults but victimizes the children. Class Warfare is filled with extraordinary people taking extraordinary paths: a young woman who goes into teaching almost by accident, then becomes so talented and driven that fighting burnout becomes her biggest challenge; an antitrust lawyer who almost brought down Bill Gates Microsoft and now forms a partnership with Bill and Melinda Gates to overhaul New Yorks schools; a naive Princeton student who launches an army of school reformers with her senior thesis; a California teachers union lobbyist who becomes the mayor of Los Angeles and then the unions prime antagonist; a stubborn young teacher who, as a child growing up on Park Avenue, had been assumed to be learning disabled but ends up co-founding the nations most successful charter schools; and an anguished national union leader who walks a tightrope between compromising enough to save her union and giving in so much that her members will throw her out. Brill not only takes us inside their roller-coaster battles, he also concludes with a surprising prescription for what it will take from both sides to put the American dream back in Americas schools. Critic Reviews: "Education in America is THE national imperative of the 21st century and Steven Brill has done a brilliant job of taking us through the complexities, trials and triumphs, failures and food fights that define the struggle to get it right. We all have a stake in the outcome and owe it to succeeding generations to get involved. Class Warfare is the road map to what that means." (Tom Brokaw, journalist and author of The Greatest Generation) "Steven Brills Class Warfare is hard-hitting, illuminating, and inspiring. Its also as fast-paced and gripping as a thriller. His vivid accounts of great teachers at work - and his play-by-play of the battle to remove the obstacles put in front of them by their own union - opened my eyes and changed my outlook about the possibilities for American education. A must-read call to action for all thinking Americans, especially parents.

Fascism: A Very Short Introduction Audiobook by Kevin Passmore

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Kevin Passmore) — Tue, 12 Nov 2013 05:54:23 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Fascism: A Very Short Introduction Author: Kevin Passmore Narrator: Jonathan Yen Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 11-12-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 23 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: What is fascism? Is it revolutionary? Or is it reactionary? Can it be both? Fascism is notoriously hard to define. How do we make sense of an ideology that appeals to street fighters and intellectuals alike? That calls for a return to tradition while maintaining a fascination with technology? And that preaches violence in the name of an ordered society? In the new edition of this Very Short Introduction, Kevin Passmore brilliantly unravels the paradoxes of one of the most important phenomena in the modern world - tracing its origins in the intellectual, political, and social crises of the late nineteenth century, the rise of fascism following World War I, including fascist regimes in Italy and Germany, and the fortunes of 'failed' fascist movements in Eastern Europe, Spain, and the Americas. He also considers fascism in culture, the new interest in transnational research, and the progress of the far right since 2002. Members Reviews: Does what it claims Gives a good and reasonably clear history of Fascism. Probably need to listen to it twice to fully absorb, but it's concise enough that a second listening wouldn't be too hard. appropriate and honest look at fascism a concise and well expressed treatise on fascism historically and it's links to conservative dictatorships and national populism of today. I recommend to the students of political science and casual public.

The Age of Acquiescence Audiobook by Steve Fraser

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Steve Fraser) — Tue, 17 Feb 2015 00:03:02 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Age of Acquiescence Subtitle: The Life and Death of American Resistance to Organized Wealth and Power Author: Steve Fraser Narrator: Pete Larkin Format: Unabridged Length: 16 hrs and 30 mins Language: English Release date: 02-17-15 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 75 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: A groundbreaking investigation of how and why, from the 18th century to the present day, American resistance to our ruling elites has vanished. From the American Revolution through the Civil Rights movement, Americans have long mobilized against political, social, and economic privilege. Hierarchies based on inheritance, wealth, and political preferment were treated as obnoxious and a threat to democracy. Mass movements envisioned a new world supplanting dog-eat-dog capitalism. But over the last half-century that political will and cultural imagination have vanished. Why? The Age of Acquiescence seeks to solve that mystery. Steve Fraser's account of national transformation brilliantly examines the rise of American capitalism, the visionary attempts to protect the democratic commonwealth, and the great surrender to today's delusional fables of freedom and the politics of fear. Effervescent and razorsharp, The Age of Acquiescence will be one of the most provocative and talked-about books of the year. Members Reviews: Excellent Excellent book drawing a clear line from America's past to the present age. Shows clearly how social forces and in particular the ascendance of neoliberalism' form of capitalism have changed us. Very good: a little heavy on French adjectives A very informative history and development of modern economics and the effects those developments had on human lives within American society. Very interesting. Interesting history This is a history book about how we came to accept inequality. The whole story, mostly in the 19th and 20th centuries, leading up to now. Very studied and interesting, and not a light read. Good narration, very steady. The middle class is doomed again! excellent and thoughtful book. timely history and important discussion of work, workers from agrarian days, through industrialization and the still to be reckoned with damage of the current age. Stilted Verbiage Obfuscates Salient Leitmotif Is there anything you would change about this book? Seriously, the writing here made listening feel like punishment to absorb an otherwise interesting message -- much harder than need be. The author went well out of his way to avoid cardinal rules of good non-fiction writing, especially the one that says not to use complicated word strings where simpler wording will do. I do have the vocabulary to follow the author but, wow, not a pleasant experience. I also sensed a thread of Marxist thought in the authors logic. While I think Marx had some very valid points, it's hard for even liberals like me to cozy up. What about Pete Larkins performance did you like? Narrator did a fine job. Could you see The Age of Acquiescence being made into a movie or a TV series? Who should the stars be? No. Not ever.

Songs of the Doomed Audiobook by Hunter S. Thompson

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Hunter S. Thompson) — Fri, 22 May 2009 20:20:50 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Songs of the Doomed Subtitle: More Notes on the Death of the American Dream Author: Hunter S. Thompson Narrator: Hunter S. Thompson Format: Abridged Length: 3 hrs and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 05-22-09 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 67 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: With Thompson's trademark insight and passion about the state of American politics and culture, Songs of the Doomed charts the long, strange trip from Kennedy to Quayle in Thompson's freewheeling, inimitable style. Spanning four decades - 1950 to 1990 - Thompson is at the top of his form while fleeing New York for Puerto Rico, riding with the Hell's Angels, investigating Las Vegas sleaze, grappling with the "Dukakis problem," and finally, detailing his infamous lifestyle bust, trial documents, and Fourth Amendment battle with the Law. These tales - often sleazy, brutal, and crude -- are only the tip of what Jack Nicholson called "the most baffling human iceberg of our time." Songs of the Doomed is vintage Thompson - a brilliant, brazen, bawdy compilation of the greatest sound bites of Gonzo journalism from the past 30 years. Members Reviews: Poor Production Sinks Great Material This book wasnt for you, but who do you think might enjoy it more? No one. Any additional comments? Shoddy production (including indecipherable narration by Thompson himself) and shifting narrators (one with a distractingly thick accent) obviously unfamiliar with Thompson's work and style make this production an insult. Save your money. A Travesty Any additional comments? Okay, a bit hyperbolic however this production made me want to kill the people involved in various, nasty ways. I don't know who signed off on this piece of shite. The song they use in the intro's and outro's qualifies as torture. It took me a while to cotton to Scott Sauer's narration, this abomination made me realize how good he really is. Really, that song needs to be ritually wiped from the face of the earth. Gonzo forever Listening to Hunter ramble about his work and spend more time ranting than reading is what makes it worth it. It's the true dr HST gonzo experience! RIP HST

Beyond Democracy Audiobook by Frank Karsten, Karel Beckman

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Frank Karsten) — Fri, 30 Aug 2013 13:18:12 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Beyond Democracy Subtitle: Why Democracy Does Not Lead to Solidarity, Prosperity and Liberty But to Social Conflict, Runaway Spending and a Tyrannical Government Author: Frank Karsten, Karel Beckman Narrator: Jeff Riggenbach Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 53 mins Language: English Release date: 08-30-13 Publisher: Listen and Think Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 38 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Do you wonder why government keeps growing bigger and the public debt keeps getting higher, while your freedom and prosperity look ever more threatened? After reading his book, you won't wonder anymore - you'll know why it is happening and what can be done about it. Beyond Democracy is a groundbreaking and fascinating book for everyone who wants to better understand current social problems and the economic crisis. Widely considered to be the best political system imaginable, most people wrongly assume that the only alternative to democracy is a dictatorship or some type of oligarchy. It is no exaggeration to say that democracy has become a secular religion. It is perhaps the largest political faith on earth. To criticize the democratic ideal is to risk being regarded an enemy of civilized society. Yet that is precisely what Karel Beckman and Frank Karsten propose to do. In this provocative and highly readable book, they tackle the last political taboo: the idea that our salvation lies in democracy. With simple, straightforward arguments they show that democracy, in contrast to popular belief, does not lead to freedom, civilization, prosperity, peace, and the rule of law, but the opposite: to loss of freedom, social conflict, runaway government spending, a lower standard of living and the subversion of individual rights. They debunk 13 great myths with which democracy is usually defended. What is more, they offer an appealing alternative: a society based on individual freedom and voluntary social relations. More information can be found about this thought provoking book at: beyonddemocracy.net Members Reviews: worderfull Amazing book! consize and very well written. works as introduction in a short time for liberal ideas and can chance the way you see tour world. Very interesting! A quite different view of democracy I recommend this book mainly for democracy advocates Gives you a new optic indeed great content, good vocalization. Although quick to consume, its worth the price. The narration is done well enough, if not a bit to neutral in tone. Democracy is back door socialism Fantastic and concise book explaining the myths of democracy and why it is inherently collectivist and immoral. Recommend for anyone who values Liberty, freedom, and the non aggression principle. really good a strong case for liberty. explains perfectly why democracy is not freedom. does not talk as much about what is beyond it more just why it is not what we pretend it is. of course liberty is pretty easy to explain the non libertarians require details of society building which this book does not provide. life after the state is far better in this regard. aside from that i could not recommend this book more. the performance was a joy to listen to.

Hostile Takeover Audiobook by Matt Kibbe

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Matt Kibbe) — Tue, 19 Jun 2012 02:50:34 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Hostile Takeover Subtitle: Resisting Centralized Government's Stranglehold on America Author: Matt Kibbe Narrator: George Newbern Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 06-19-12 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 44 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Hostile Takeover is a rebellious challenge to the "upper management" of government, who are choking American prosperity and liberty. The American enterprise grew exceptional based on the founding principles of individual freedom, decentralized knowledge, and accountable, constitutionally limited government. But our "leaders" from Washington, D.C., have systematically replaced the dispersed genius of America with top-down dictates and expensive schemes designed to expand the power of insiders and protect the privileged positions of politicians, bureaucrats, and their cronies. Freedom, not centralization. "Decentralized freedom" has become the strategy that will return America to its founding values, breaking up centralized government's monopoly on power and returning it to where it belongs: with We the People. Senior management has failed us. It's time to clean house. In Hostile Takeover, best-selling author Matt Kibbe exposes the privileged collusion of Washington insiders - and maps out a proven plan for how to return power from the self-appointed "experts" back to the people. Dubbed "one of the Tea Party's masterminds" by Newsweek, Kibbe reveals how grassroots citizens can and will check the federal behemoth and restore the American enterprise to its founding principles. Members Reviews: An amazing book from an interesting perspective I listen to Rush, Beck, Levin, and Savage most days. I thought I know most facets of conservative thought. I was wrong. This book brings up some great new ideas and foundations. I highly recommend it. A Must Read For Bottom Up Politics An excellent book for all Tea Party followers, but I would also recommend this book to others since the author describes how a small group of people can organize a political movement. Whether the reader agrees with Mr. Kibbe's views, I am sure the reader has the same questions about the costs and sources of money to elect our "representatives".

Common Sense for the Common Good Audiobook by Gary E. Johnson

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Gary E. Johnson) — Tue, 27 Sep 2016 13:39:58 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Common Sense for the Common Good Subtitle: Libertarianism as the End of Two-Party Tyranny Author: Gary E. Johnson Narrator: Gary E. Johnson Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 09-27-16 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 21 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: With the contentious 2016 U.S. presidential election cycle spinning into its final phases, only one thing seems clear: the American people are less than satisfied with the two major political parties candidates. Gary Johnson, Libertarian Party candidate for president and former two-term Republican governor of New Mexico, stakes his claim to the very center of the political spectrum. His newaudiobook offers his approach to how a member of a third party, acting as the Chief Arbiter of the U.S., can restore sanity and functionality to the highest office in the land. Johnson succinctly shares his views on how the two-party system is dysfunctional. How its binary approach to issues doesnt reflect the multiplicity of viewpoints inherent in our contemporary society. How the nasty divisiveness that rules public and private discourse is endemic to this flawed and outdated system. He offers his alternative to the dualistic electoral processand why he believes the on/off, black/white, Im right/youre wrong thinkingcripples our minds and grinds government to a halt. He takes on the challenge of explaining Libertarianism as a philosophy that espouses: This audiobook sets the stage for Johnsons forthcoming book, which is part memoir and part manifesto. Here,Gary Johnson describes his own personal and political evolution. He firmly believes that, if the rigged electoral polling and debate processes were fair, the vast majority of Americans would come to understand that their beliefs and values are best represented by the Libertarian Party. Members Reviews: A Vote for Gary Johnson is a Vote for Gary Johnson This is a great starter book for anyone who is curious about libertarian principles, the Libertarian party, or the life and achievements of Governor Gary Johnson. I feel really good about my vote after listening to it. Give it, and him, a chance. A refreshing voice in politics. Gary Johnson is a voice of reason in an unreasonable political climate. It's great to hear a politician with positive and inclusive ideas. Somebody to vote for and stand with. Unlike our major party, lesser of two evil, vote against the candidate you hate modern politics. I highly recommend this book to anyone who needs a dose of hope for American politics. Gary Johnson is detailed yet concise. I loved this book. It's effectively a 150 minute short essay by Gary Johnson on why Libertarianism is the solution to a myriad number of societal problems and how it can be easily implemented. If anyone's looking for a relatively in depth look at why Gary is the way he is, this is that book. 5 stars. Vote Gary Johnson and the Libertarian Party! Or don't because you can vote your conscience and it's a free country!

Inside the White House Audiobook by Ronald Kessler

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ronald Kessler) — Tue, 31 Oct 2017 15:39:41 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Inside the White House Author: Ronald Kessler Narrator: Jeff Riggenbach Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 36 mins Language: English Release date: 10-31-17 Publisher: Blackstone Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: "If the general public knew what was going on inside the White House, they would scream." So states one Secret Service agent, just a small link in the chain of security that has guarded the public image of the presidency and the men who define it - until now. With unprecedented access to Secret Service agents, domestic servants, Air Force One stewards, and military aides, journalist Ronald Kessler has gone behind the scenes to uncover the inside story of the White House. From the hidden lives of the last seven presidents and first families to the intricate inner workings of this all-powerful institution, Kessler peels away the White House facade to reveal the fascinating and often scandalous reality behind the stately illusion. Exposing presidential misconduct, blunders, and cover-ups, this fascinating examination ensures that Americans will never view their chief executives the same way again. Members Reviews: Fascinating I've read a number of books about the White House, but this one made me feel like I was there with the Fords, Carters, Reagans, etc. Five Stars What a good book. I highly recommend. Real Truth The real truth about our leaders EXCELLENT!! EXCELLENT!!! PACKED WITH VALUABLE INFORMATION ON THE POLITICIANS TO RUN THIS COUNTRY. SOME OF THESE "LEADERS" ARE FAR MOR DESPICABLE IN PRIVATE WHICH EXPLAINS QUITE A BIT ABOUT THEIR CHARACTER. A MUST READ. Very good, very informative Very good, very informative, with many many unknown tidbits of information about various presidents, their families and their private lives.

Rally Point Audiobook by Chris Gibson

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Chris Gibson) — Fri, 20 Oct 2017 18:04:17 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Rally Point Subtitle: Five Tasks to Unite the Country and Revitalize the American Dream Author: Chris Gibson Narrator: Chris Gibson Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 10-20-17 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Written by an admired leader of the Republican party, Rally Point: Five Tasks to Unite the Country and Revitalize the American Dream looks past the 2016 election, past the finger pointing and conventional political thinking, to focus on clear primary principles that conservatives must debate and defend to protect the future of America. Raised in a working-class family in upstate New York, the first in his family to go to college, paid for in part by his service in the National Guard, Chris Gibson rose from private to colonel in the army, including combat command in the storied 82nd Airborne Division. Rally Point is his story: what he's learned from the school of hard knocks and how he's applied those precious life lessons during his service in Iraq and in Congress. Drawn from a deep appreciation of history and American exceptionalism, Gibson provides incisive and frank analysis of the current political environment, including President Trump, and provides a road map based on time-tested founding principles to help unite our country and revitalize the American dream. Rally Point is a thoughtful, compelling, enjoyable listen - a must for serious-minded Americans looking for answers in this challenging political environment. Critic Reviews: "Chris Gibson served our country with honor and distinction, both in uniform and in Congress. While we have a different approach to solving some of our country's challenges, we share the critical principle that service to our country and the well-being of the American people must come before partisan politics...a timely message of unity for a divided nation." [Tulsi Gabbard, US representative (HI)] "Chris Gibson has done a masterful job of laying out the enormous challenges we face as a nation, then showing us a practical way forward. Beautifully written, with powerful examples - from baseball to combat, from family to politics - it's an inspiring roadmap for a better future." (Chris Stewart, New York Times best-selling author) Members Reviews: Good conclusions, more specifics needed Congressman Gibson is an American hero. His policy recommendations are excellent, but more specifics are needed on how we can implement the reforms he calls for. I would also like to know what he plans to do, and what the ordinary citizen can and should do.

The Mighty and the Almighty Audiobook by Madeleine Albright

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Madeleine Albright) — Fri, 05 May 2006 03:37:08 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Mighty and the Almighty Subtitle: Reflections on America, God, and World Affairs Author: Madeleine Albright Narrator: Madeleine Albright Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 05-05-06 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 82 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: In The Mighty and the Almighty, Madeleine Albright examines the profound impact of religion on America's view of itself, the effect on U.S. policy of the rise of the Christian right, the Bush administration's successes and failures in responding to 9/11, the challenges posed by the war in Iraq, and the importance of understanding Islam. She offers a balanced but, when necessary, devastating analysis of U.S. strategy, and condemns those of all faiths who exploit religious fervor to create divisions or enhance their own power. In this illuminating account, Albright argues that, to be effective, U.S. policy makers must understand the power and place of religion in motivating others and in coloring how American actions are perceived. Defying the conventional wisdom, she suggests not only that religion and politics are inseparable, but that their partnership, when properly harnessed, can be a force for justice and peace. Editorial Reviews: After 9/11, former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright decided to examine the role of religion in modern politics. This is the interesting result. Albright's experience as a public speaker and professor is evident in this eminently listenable audiobook. While one wishes that she had audibly smiled when narrating the book's humorous anecdotes, she does everything else right. She makes good use of her modulated, pleasantly raspy voice, varying her tone and rhythm to lighten the dense information and pacing the narration so that listeners have time to digest the material. An informative author interview is an added benefit at the end. This is an excellent production of a timely volume. Critic Reviews: "In a remarkably accessible, even breezy style, she looks at these issues in light of recent history both abroad and at home." (Publishers Weekly) "A thoughtful and absorbing look at religion and world politics for readers of all religious and political persuasions." (Booklist) Members Reviews: The point?? I greatly enjoyed Albright's autobiography, so I was really looking forward to this book. I also enjoy it when author's read their own work, especially in a historical work such as this. I liked the book overall, however, I find it lacking any coherent viewpoint or binding argument about what should be done about a great current political problem. Rather, it just seems to ramble from one point to another with a lot of commentary about how poorly the Bush administration is doing. By the time I got done, I did not think I had any significant now insight into this problem. Use a Professional Narrator This book could have been sooo much better if Sec. Albright had used a professional to narrate her book. I found myself zoning out for all but the most intriquing parts because her voice was so hard to focus on. She drones. Very monotone. Very bad narration. Aside from that, interesting perspective. Interesting Account, But Lacking As one who was raised socially conservative but is moving left I found the book fascinating yet lacking. The author starts down many paths, but leaves the listener wanting more. Over all it is an insightful book, but I wish it was a deeper look at the relation of faith and politics.

We're Right, They're Wrong Audiobook by James Carville

biacuaduc@gmail.com (James Carville) — Wed, 11 May 2011 19:52:02 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: We're Right, They're Wrong Subtitle: A Handbook for Spirited Progressives Author: James Carville Narrator: James Carville Format: Abridged Length: 1 hr and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 05-11-11 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 9 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: "They are wrong and we are right and I'm going to prove it to you!" Harry S. Truman, Democratic National Convention, 1948 One of Washington's most prominent Democratic strategists, and co-author of the New York Times best seller All's Fair, offers a rousing, timely, accessible, and entertaining response to the GOP's Contract with America - just in time for primary season. With the Republican Congress blasting away at the federal government, James Carville, a top advisor to President Clinton, counterattacks. In We're Right, They're Wrong, he uses his trademark mix of pointed argument, homespun wit, and historic lore to deflate GOP claims that nothing is amiss in America that budget-cutting wouldn't cure. Carville staunchly defends a strong government - one capable of teaching, feeding, healing, defending, and sheltering its citizens - and provides Democrats and progressives with a politically astute program for building upon what's best about our nation. Filled with anecdotes and political myths, We're Right, They're Wrong is a succinct, witty, fact-filled trot for judging the long primary season. Members Reviews: Clearly dated, but still filled with gold nuggets This book was published as a piece of pro-Clinton [information] during the 1996 presidential campaign. Consequently, there is a certain datedness to much of what Carville has to say, plus a generous dose of campaign rhetoric extolling the virtues of the Democratic approach to (domestic) government policy. In truth, Bill Clinton is presented as far more of a populist progressive than was actually the case. So why should anyone read this book now, nearly six years later? First, James Carville is a smooth-talker who entertains as he explains. His down-home, aw, shucks approach to the issues would almost have you forget what a shrewd political tactician he has proven to be. If nothing else, he does an excellent job of explaining what the Democratic Party has purported to stand for since the days of Franklin D. Roosevelt, i.e., the notion that government has a proper and constructive role to play in regulating business, providing basic human services, and providing a "safety net" for people who suffer misfortune as a result of economic setbacks, natural disasters, or just plain bad luck. He also provides much useful and carefully laid-out descriptions of some of the more successful government programs that unfortunately, people in this country have either forgotten about or have come to take for granted. The context for Carville's book back in 1996 was the attack on "big government" by Newt Gingritch and the rest of the conservatives who swept into Washington in 1994, purportedly with a mandate to fulfill a "Contract With America." Although it turned out that they had no such mandate at all, for a time it seemed to be almost universally accepted that "government does nothing well" and that "liberal" is a dirty word.

Nation on the Take Audiobook by Wendell Potter, Nick Penniman

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Wendell Potter) — Thu, 23 Jun 2016 13:59:44 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Nation on the Take Author: Wendell Potter, Nick Penniman Narrator: Michael Butler Murray Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 06-23-16 Publisher: Audible Studios for Bloomsbury Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 14 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: American democracy has become coin operated. Special interest groups increasingly control every level of government. The necessity of raising huge sums of campaign cash has completely changed the character of politics and policymaking, determining what elected representatives stand for and how they spend their time. The marriage of great wealth and intense political influence has rendered our country unable to address our most pressing problems, from runaway government spending to climate change to the wealth gap. It also defines our daily lives: from the cars we drive to the air we breathe to the debt we owe. In this powerful work of reportage, Wendell Potter and Nick Penniman, two vigilant watchdogs, expose legalised corruption and link it to the kitchen-table issues citizens face every day. Inciting our outrage, the authors then inspire us by introducing us to the army of reformers laying the groundwork for change, ready to be called into action. The battle plan for reform presented is practical, realistic and concrete. No one - except some lobbyists and major political donors - likes business as usual, and this book intends to help forge a new army of reformers who are compelled by a patriotic duty to fight for a better democracy. An impassioned, infuriating yet ultimately hopeful call to arms, Nation on the Take lays bare the reach of moneyed interests and charts a way forward, toward the recovery of America's original promise. Critic Reviews: "There could be no more important or timely book than Nation on the Take. Potter and Penniman make a compelling case that moneyed interests have seized control of the levers of power in ways we haven't seen since the Gilded Age. This is a stirring guide for how we can work together to reclaim our democracy and reunify our country." (Doris Kearns Goodwin) "Whether Republican, Democrat, or Independent, we are, first of all, Americans. This book makes a powerful case that dark money darkens our democracy, and we must rise and join as patriots to reclaim our cherished right to self-government." (Senator Alan Simpson, R-WY, 1979-97) "Nation on the Take is a timely and inspired book about a uniquely American problem. But Penniman and Potter don't merely draw our attention to the ways money dominates politics - they expertly show how the crisis connects with our daily lives and offer a path forward that includes people from all walks of life and all political persuasions." (Arianna Huffington) Members Reviews: Must read on the short list 'How's the world work! This book is essential reading, and fills a hole that existed by providing a Non-Depressing, interesting, fast-reading Overview of the influence of lobbying, and money in our current Political System. The situation is earnest, and being informed in great numbers may be sadly prerequisite to fixing it. READ THIS BOOK. Then read 'The Shock Doctrine'. Another MUST READ for every American citizen The best book I have read that clearly states the current state and its effects

The Communist Manifesto Audiobook by Karl Marx, Friedrich Engels

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Karl Marx) — Mon, 28 Feb 2011 04:52:26 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Communist Manifesto Author: Karl Marx, Friedrich Engels Narrator: Charles Armstrong, Roy McMillan Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 53 mins Language: English Release date: 02-28-11 Publisher: Naxos AudioBooks Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 62 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Without question one of the most significant books in modern history, The Communist Manifesto is a brief, populist pamphlet that distils the core ideas of communism into accessible prose. Published just months before violent uprisings threatened to destabilize much of the European establishment, it outlines a view of history as a constant battle between the classes that will inevitably result in revolution. An angry call for a stateless world where the workers are no longer exploited, its depiction of the remorseless nature modern capitalism is as alarming and striking now as it was in 1848. Members Reviews: Taken in the context of it's time... The performance is solid: whether or not you agree with the observations and claims made is going to depend on your personal Political beliefs. The Communist Manifesto highlights patterns and struggles of working class peoples around the world. I gave the "Story" a 4 because, although I personally hold many beliefs in common with the Communist Party of yore, but I find their willingness to disregard other movements as either problematic : the integrity of ones race, for instance, is viewed as important, despite working class citizens struggling regardless of race or ideology, and issues of gender equality are mostly just dismissed as problems that aren't severe, and will be solved by the inevitable rise of the Proletariat. Taken in the context of it's time, I understand where these policies and beliefs come from and can personally set them aside from the ideology of the contemporary movement. I would give it 5 stars, but not in the modern context. Modern readers or listeners will need to determine for themselves if they believe that the otherwise non-problematic ideas are inherently valuable enough to share or discuss a text that has problematic concepts within it. As always with history, standing on the shoulders of Giants means personally understanding that not all ideas of the past are worth keeping: With any historical philosophical text, it is important to keep that in mind when deciding what value one gains from such works. Good work comrades! A review requires at least fifteen words. Blah blah blah seize the means of production. Good listen I really enjoyed this listen a great deal. Definitely something all should listen to. I only wonder how communism would have made out if in a country that already had wealth to spread such as America. Instead, it always fell in the hands of the wrong people. complete drivel so very hard to finish the manifesto has already become irrelevant in modern society removing freedom from the individual so that we can all be miserable. insightful Absolutely brilliant and insightful. I am definitely going to listen to it again and again till it sinks in.

Religion of Peace?: Why Christianity Is and Islam Isn't Audiobook by Robert Spencer

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Robert Spencer) — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 02:26:03 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Religion of Peace?: Why Christianity Is and Islam Isn't Author: Robert Spencer Narrator: Charles H. Glaize, Jr. Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 36 mins Language: English Release date: 12-16-11 Publisher: Regnery Publishing Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 44 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Christianity or Islam: which is the real religion of peace? Almost any liberal pundit will tell you that there's a religion bent on destroying our Constitution, stripping us of our liberties, and imposing religious rule on the U.S. And that religion is . . .Christianity! About Islam, however, the Left is silent--except to claim a moral equivalence between the two: if Islam has terrorists today, that's nothing compared to the Crusades, inquisitions, and religious wars in Christianity's past. But is this true? Are conservative Christians really more of a threat to free societies than Islamic jihadists? Is the Bible really just as violent as the Qur'an? Is Christianity's history really as bloodstained as Islam's? In Religion of Peace? Why Christianity Is and Islam Isn't, New York Times best-selling author Robert Spencer refutes such charges with hard facts and examples of how Christianity helped build America, and how Islam is bent on destroying it. Members Reviews: THE BOOK EVERY AMERICAN SHOULD READ Where does Religion of Peace?: Why Christianity Is and Islam Isn't rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? THIS EXCELLENT BOOK PROVIDES INFORMATION ABOUT THE ENEMY OF AMERICA AND THE WEST THAT PEOPLE HAVE NO CLUE ABOUT. IT IS A REAL "EYE OPENER." What was the most compelling aspect of this narrative? THE CLEAR INFORMATION PROVIDES. Very relevant everyone should listen to it. The narrator took some getting used to but by the end I really appreciated how he performed the book. I am one who gets sick and tired of hearing how Islam is the "religion of peace" and appreciate how Spencer illustrates how it isn't. Learned how science was aided by Christianity's view of natural law. Well reasoned and clear The points made were clear and not biased. It refused to simply use blind hate and considered many available comments from proponents of each choice offered.

The Year of Voting Dangerously Audiobook by Maureen Dowd

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Maureen Dowd) — Tue, 13 Sep 2016 17:46:08 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Year of Voting Dangerously Subtitle: The Derangement of American Politics Author: Maureen Dowd Narrator: Elisabeth Rodgers Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 5 mins Language: English Release date: 09-13-16 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 75 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Maureen Dowd's incendiary takes and takedowns from 2016 - the most bizarre, disruptive and divisive Presidential race in modern history. Trapped between two candidates with the highest recorded unfavorables, Americans are plunged into The Year of Voting Dangerously. In this perilous and shocking campaign season, The New York Times columnist traces the psychologies and pathologies in one of the nastiest and most significant battles of the sexes ever. Dowd has covered Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton since the '90s. She was with the real estate mogul when he shyly approached his first Presidential rope line in 1999, and she won a Pulitzer Prize that same year for her penetrating columns on the Clinton impeachment follies. Like her best-sellers, Bushworld and Are Men Necessary?, The Year of Voting Dangerously will feature Dowd's trademark cocktail of wry humor and acerbic analysis in dispatches from the political madhouse. If America is on the escalator to hell, then The Year of Voting Dangerously is the perfect guide for this surreal, insane ride. Members Reviews: Creates sense in a race where none exists If you're looking for political muckraking, Clinton and/or Trump hack jobs, or scandalous expose on one or the other participants in the Strangest Election Ever, you won't find them in Maureen Dowd's book, "The Year of Voting Dangerously." What you will find is fair and balanced background into the circumstances that created, and the parties responsible for the two candidates for President that the majority of the country just doesn't like. Disappointing and redundant. What disappointed you about The Year of Voting Dangerously? I was so excited that there was a new book out by Maureen Dowd. I had no idea it was merely a compilation of her columns, which I have already read. Nevertheless, I started to listen - but had to stop after so many key phrases were repeated in several places. It was positively distracting. Has The Year of Voting Dangerously turned you off from other books in this genre? No, I enjoy books on politics. Did the narration match the pace of the story? Yes - though I admit I was listening on 1.25. You didnt love this book... but did it have any redeeming qualities? I cannot recommend the book to anyone. If they have been reading Dowd, there is nothing new here. If they are new to her, the repeated phrases and anecdotes will still stand out. A Major Disappointment Ms. Dowd's book is a forum to display her utter contempt for Hillary Clinton based upon anything but policy, work ethic or competence. Instead she focuses on her insecurity that resulted in her e-mail debacle and the support of her husband during his adulterous trials with congress and a Special Prosecutor. Stating wrongfully that Secretary Clinton never apologized for her extra e-mail server, Ms. Dowd concentrates on her perceptions of Ms. Clinton's social failings and never really addresses her plans for America in contrast to "nice guy" Donald Trump. Ms. Dowd has no sympathy for a woman who was attacked fo r years by Capital Hill Republicans who ultimately (like the FBI with the private server) cleared her of any wrongdoing about the deaths in Bengazi. She writes virtually nothing about his clear lies about his own record, his demeaning attitude towards Ms. Clinton (lock Her Up) and other critics.

Collision 2012 Audiobook by Dan Balz

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Dan Balz) — Wed, 18 Sep 2013 11:35:39 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Collision 2012 Subtitle: Obama vs. Romney and the Future of Elections in America Author: Dan Balz Narrator: Jeffrey Kafer Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 09-18-13 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 42 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Four years ago, a bright young presidential candidate named Barack Obama campaigned on a theme of hope and change, and made history. Today, he finds himself in another bitter, divisive presidential race but without the buzzwords. Instead, an embattled president struggles with a dysfunctionally divided Congress, a controversial healthcare bill, a decade-long war, and a stagnant economy. Obama's Republican challenger, Mitt Romney, former corporate tycoon and former governor of Massachusetts, faces his own controversies in the form of vague policies, fluctuating positions, and questions about his business practices in the private sector. Romney's personal fortune and business background seemed at odds with the Republican base until he named Wisconsin congressman, Tea Party darling, and fiscal conservative Paul Ryan as his running mate.Using sources deep inside both campaigns and on the campaign trail through primary and battleground states, Washington Post correspondent Dan Balz writes with a keen political mind and a seasoned reporter's ear. He traces the highs and lows of the Obama presidency as well as the ruthless Republican primary as both laid the groundwork for one of the most crucial, contentious elections of our time. Collision 2012 puts the race for the White House in context and explores just what the election means for the future of the democratic process and America. Critic Reviews: "A lively, fair-minded and brisk post-mortem." (Kirkus) Members Reviews: Fascinating. Couldn't stop listening. Loved this one. A great peek behind the curtain on the 2012 presidential race. Fact-based, but reads like a novel. I had followed the election closely and therefore was already familiar with a lot of the events, but still found this account fascinating. Definitely recommend this one. Well Written and Well Read I eagerly pursued this book. It was able to shine light into several corners of the campaign that I didn't know about and helped bring a lot of pieces together. I think that if you want to have a solid executive overview of the campaign and how it all went down -- this is what you want to read. However, if you want to read about all the pettiness and the muckraking -- I would recommend you read Game Change, which is what I am going to read next. That covers more about the personal relationships and dynamics of the race. This was a fun read but I am finding Game Change to be more entertaining and fun. Kafer reads well and has a great voice. Balz has written a solid and definitive addition for the campaign war books which belong on any political junkie's bookshelf or, in this case, audio library.

The Tyranny of Silence Audiobook by Flemming Rose

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Flemming Rose) — Mon, 13 Feb 2017 03:55:17 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Tyranny of Silence Author: Flemming Rose Narrator: Scott Feighner Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 27 mins Language: English Release date: 02-13-17 Publisher: Cato Institute Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: When the Danish newspaper Jyllands-Posten published the cartoons of the prophet Mohammed nine years ago, Denmark found itself at the center of a global battle about the freedom of speech. The paper's culture editor, Flemming Rose, defended the decision to print the 12 drawings, and he quickly came to play a central part in the debate about the limitations to freedom of speech in the 21st century. Since then, Rose has visited universities and think tanks and participated in conferences and debates around the globe in order to discuss tolerance and freedom. In The Tyranny of Silence, Flemming Rose writes about the people and experiences that have influenced the way he views the world and his understanding of the crisis, including meetings with dissidents from the former Soviet Union and ex-Muslims living in Europe. He provides a personal account of an event that has shaped the debate about what it means to be a citizen in a democracy and how to coexist in a world that is increasingly multicultural, multi-religious, and multi-ethnic. Members Reviews: A Great book on Freedom Read this book, for times are hard for the ideas of Freedom of speech and Real Democracy. We have to stand up against the Tyranny of Silence.

You Will Be Made to Care Audiobook by Erick Erickson, Bill Blankschaen

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Erick Erickson) — Thu, 07 Jul 2016 17:35:44 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: You Will Be Made to Care Subtitle: The War on Faith, Family, and Your Freedom to Believe Author: Erick Erickson, Bill Blankschaen Narrator: John Pruden Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 57 mins Language: English Release date: 07-07-16 Publisher: Mission Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Religious liberty is under attack in America. Your freedom to believe may not last much longer. To all those who say they don't care about the culture war, Erick Erickson has only one response: "The Left will not let you stay on the sidelines. You will be made to care." Now the former editor in chief of RedState.com joins with Christian author Bill Blankschaen to expose the war in America on Christians and all people of faith who refuse to bow to the worst kind of religion - secularism - one intent on systematically imposing its agenda and frightening doubters into silence. The book features firsthand accounts from Christians who've been punished for their beliefs and the perspectives of concerned thought leaders to make the case that Americans of faith can't afford to ignore what's happening - not anymore. You Will Be Made to Care offers hope for preserving freedom of conscience with practical steps that believers, families, pastors, church leaders, and citizens can take to resist tyranny and experience a resurgence of faith in America. Members Reviews: Great book, worthy to be consumed multiple times. This is a will researched book that flows extremely well. It is both relevant and encouraging.

Ted, White, and Blue Audiobook by Ted Nugent

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ted Nugent) — Thu, 23 Oct 2008 11:11:09 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Ted, White, and Blue Subtitle: The Nugent Manifesto Author: Ted Nugent Narrator: Ted Nugent Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 10-23-08 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 156 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Make way for Ted Nugent. Cocked, locked, and ready to rock, the Motor City Madman, the thinking man's Abraham Lincoln, has unleashed the ultimate high-octane political manifesto for the ages in Ted, White, and Blue - the most important patriotic statement since the Constitution. In Ted, White, and Blue you'll discover: Critic Reviews: "I love Ted's music, his message, and his unapologetic, manly approach to life. If you like words carefully and slowly simmered with a sweet sauce, you'll hate this book. If you like a message that's fresh, rare, and highly seasoned, and pure meat, you're gonna love this! Rock on!" (Mike Huckabee) Members Reviews: Wow! What a great book! I really loved it. I've always been a Ted fan, but now I am even more. He's given me things to think about and challenge others on, like the global warming LIE. I agree with another reviewer here... Ted for President! Wow...the man did his homework Ted does have some tongue and cheek humor to point out the obvious that sadly is missing in today's politics. This is an audio every young adult is given before going off to college so that they are not reduced to sniveling wimps that the universities like to produce. Excellent Would you listen to Ted, White, and Blue again? Why? I like Ted's view of the world and his personal delivery of the book was jus entertainment at it's best. What was one of the most memorable moments of Ted, White, and Blue? All of them Which scene was your favorite? Too many to choose. Whats the most interesting tidbit youve picked up from this book? Sometimes you give your best and life kicks you in the teeth but you give it your best anyway. Sweet i love it ( we need more) If you could sum up Ted, White, and Blue in three words, what would they be? Bring on More TED What did you like best about this story? Sweet bring on more Uncle TED Which character as performed by Ted Nugent was your favorite? Sweet bring on more Uncle TED Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? Sweet bring on more Uncle TED Any additional comments? Sweet bring on more Uncle TED Sweet i love it ( we need more) If you could sum up Ted, White, and Blue in three words, what would they be? Bring on More TED What did you like best about this story? Sweet bring on more Uncle TED Which character ??? as performed by Ted Nugent ??? was your favorite? Sweet bring on more Uncle TED Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? Sweet bring on more Uncle TED Any additional comments? Sweet bring on more Uncle TED

The New Road to Serfdom Audiobook by Daniel Hannan

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Daniel Hannan) — Wed, 04 May 2011 09:34:27 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The New Road to Serfdom Subtitle: A Letter of Warning to America Author: Daniel Hannan Narrator: Gildart Jackson Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 05-04-11 Publisher: Dreamscape Media, LLC Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 78 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: In March 2009 British conservative Daniel Hannan became an overnight celebrity when he assailed Prime Minister Gordon Brown on the floor of the European parliament. The YouTube clip went viral, leading to whirlwind appearances on FOX and other conservative media outlets. A thoughtful and articulate spokesman for conservative ideas, Hannan is better versed in America's traditions and founding documents than many Americans are. In The New Road to Serfdom, Hannan argues forcefully and passionately that Americans must not allow Barack Obama to take us down the road to EU-style social democracy. Instead, he pleads with Americans not to abandon the founding principles that made their country a beacon of liberty for the rest of the world. Critic Reviews: "Hannan's book is essential intellectual equipment for Tea Partiers everywhere." (The Weekly Standard) "Recommended." (Glenn Beck) Members Reviews: An excellent read from a brilliant man... Dan Hannan is a wonderful historian, a bright politician, and an eloquint spokesman for conservative thought. My introduction to Mr. Hannan was like many others here in America, the sharp rant he levelled at Gordon Brown at the European Parliment. As a fan of freedom and democracy myself, and an affection for all things Brittish, I followed his exploits on Youtube. Hannan is by far the most clear thinking, and articulate politician in Europe. This book is well researched, well put together, and well narrated (although, sadly, not by Dan himself). Anyone who sees the United States moving toward the untennable socialism of Europe will enjoy this book immensely, as Hannan brilliantly lays out the reasons "why not". You will love this book, if you are not familiar with his work as a Member of the European Parliment, see his Youtube channel, it will give you some insight into the man. Enjoy... Manditory reading for all Americans Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? This book is an absolute must listen to for all Americans.

The End of America Audiobook by Naomi Wolf

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Naomi Wolf) — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 11:44:12 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The End of America Subtitle: Letter of Warning to a Young Patriot Author: Naomi Wolf Narrator: Karen White Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 12 mins Language: English Release date: 03-03-08 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 127 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Naomi Wolf's latest work, The End of America: A Letter of Warning to a Young Patriot, exposes how the escalation of executive power has eroded these core values and systems, limiting Congress's ability to make laws and our courts' power to interpret them - a scenario that our Founding Fathers foresaw and warned against. Wolf outlines in this citizen call to action - which is reminiscent of Thomas Paine's revered Common Sense - the real threats to our civil liberties that exist and explains how by working together we can stop the growing threat. The End of America: A Letter of Warning to a Young Patriot is the centerpiece to the American Freedom Agenda, a nonpartisan organization of which Naomi Wolf is a founding board member and which asks all Americans to support a "Freedom Pledge" to support only candidates who favor restoring the pillars of American liberty. It combines a wide host of partners, united in their belief that when it comes to the Constitution, we are neither conservative nor liberal; we are all Americans. Critic Reviews: "Compellingly and cogently argued....Highly recommended." (Library Journal) Members Reviews: I wish everyone in Congress would read this This is a well-thought-out, well-written book. After listening to it, I bought the print version. The examples and analogies are well-chosen and not overwrought. Before reading the book, I'd often had discussions where I'd tried to make similar arguments. The problem is that most people seem to automatically cringe at any attempt to draw comparisons between prior fascistic governments and what's currently happening in the United States. The reductio ad Hitlerum argument (term coined by Leo Strauss in 1950) is a "tactic...often used to derail arguments, [and] as such a comparison tends to distract and to result in angry and less reasoned responses." But, as Godwin's Rule of Nazi Analogies (or Godwin's Law), which is sometimes confused with reductio ad Hitlerum, suggests, sometimes such comparisons are appropriate. Or, as George Santayana once said, "Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it." REMEMBERING, though, is not enough. There must be a RECOGNITION that what one remembers has application to the present. Otherwise, you won't know when the mistakes are being, or are about to be, repeated. This book walks through the 10 steps -- and proposes that the model is predictive -- that democracies take on the path to becoming fascist states. This provides the tools for recognition. The arguments are both thought-provoking and compelling. The narrator's voice is nice; almost TOO nice. She sounds almost seductive. Although I enjoyed listening to her, there were a couple of times I found her approach too relaxing: not conducive to attentive driving. I wish I could afford to buy copies of this book to send to every United States Congressperson -- for STARTERS. I seriously considered purchasing a large number of copies to give away to some of my friends who take a laissez-faire approach the current U.S. government. Maybe this book will help revive America before it's truly too late. Inquiry into what is freedom This acts in many ways like a workbook comparing our risks and benefits of our freedoms.

The New Reagan Revolution Audiobook by Newt Gingrich, Michael Reagan, Jim Denney

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Newt Gingrich) — Tue, 18 Jan 2011 22:51:31 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The New Reagan Revolution Subtitle: How Ronald Reagans Principles Can Restore Americas Greatness Author: Newt Gingrich, Michael Reagan, Jim Denney Narrator: Mike Chamberlain Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 22 mins Language: English Release date: 01-18-11 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 47 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: The challenges and threats we as a nation face today are eerily similar to the conditions in the world before the beginning of the Reagan era. In his famous 1976 speech at the Republican National Convention, Ronald Reagan helped define a way forward and strengthened the Republican Party. As we stand at a crossroads once again, we are fortunate to have a blueprint for restoring Americas greatness. Reagan has given us the principles to succeed. This book is not merely a diagnosis of our nations ills but a prescription to heal our nation, rooted in the words and principles of Ronald Reagan. Michael Reagan shares the plan his father developed over years of study, observation, and reflection. It is the plan he announced to the nation, straight from his heart, one summer evening during Americas 200th year. It is the plan he put into action during his eight years in office as one of the most effective presidents of the 20th century, and it is the plan we can use today to help return America to its former greatness, soundness, and prosperity. Critic Reviews: Michael Reagan, the elder son of the greatest president of the 20th century, has written the Reaganite roadmap for restoring Americas greatness. Only Michael Reagan could have written a book which embraces the full range of Ronald Reagans intellect and spirit, from his unyielding toughness at Reykjavík and Berlin to his deep compassion for the oppressed. He shows us how to apply the timeless principles of Reagan conservatism to the fast-changing world in which we live. Must reading for every true conservative. (Newt Gingrich, former Speaker of the House) Members Reviews: Why America is Exceptional If you could sum up The New Reagan Revolution in three words, what would they be? Based on principle Who was your favorite character and why? Ronald Reagan understood deeply why this country was founed and what made the nation exceptional. He believe in the principles that built this nation; that it's people needs to be a moral people. Government, while necessary, must be limited. Its people must realize that if we want to keep this great nation, we must constantly work to ensure these principles are being followed, or we will end up like all other nations across the globe. Which character as performed by Mike Chamberlain was your favorite? Since this book was about Ron Reagon, obviously, he's my favorite, although I learned a lot more about the rest of the family I didn't know. Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? There were many moments that moved me, but I was quite struck to learn how passionate his daughter was about finding a cure for Alzheimers while she essentially lay on her death bed fighting Melanoma. Any additional comments? At the risk of sounding cliche; this is a MUST READ. If you care about our country, what you learn from this can literally help save this nation from absolute ruin!!! Insights, history, facts and many ah ha moments... I will start by stating that I don't agree with Michael and all of his political views but I find the way he presented his topics and family stories insightful. This is a must for everyone - and push through the topics you don't agree with him on, if any.

The Lies They Tell Audiobook by Tuvia Tenenbom

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Tuvia Tenenbom) — Wed, 05 Jul 2017 10:56:60 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Lies They Tell Author: Tuvia Tenenbom Narrator: Shlomo Zacks Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 22 mins Language: English Release date: 07-05-17 Publisher: Gefen Publishing House Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Welcome to the real America, a place you call home but don't yet know! The USA is the world's empire and its actions will influence us all for generations to come. But who are the Americans, the people who make up America? Tuvia Tenenbom travels through America to find out. His wanderings take him across regional frontiers, partisan lines, and socioeconomic boundaries in a fearless quest for the flesh-and-blood American. He visits black ghettos and white gated communities, megachurches and Indian reservations. He schmoozes with robbers who teach him the true meaning of love and meets Jews who dedicate day and night to hatred of their brethren. He finagles his way into a prison where skinheads pray, goes to the Senate - where no senator seems to be working - experiments with drugs on American streets, and ponders the deeper meaning of life with rednecks. He mingles with soldiers who teach him how to invade foreign countries and intellectuals who teach him the beautiful nature of Mother Earth, the goodness of man, and the sadism of the Israeli. The characters he encounters, the adventures he eagerly embraces, and the findings of his journey are always unique and often unexpected. Members Reviews: Good writing but the sound isn't Is there anything you would change about this book? I'm enjoying the book but the audible quality of the reading leaves lots to be desired. It sounds like he's reading it in the bathroom. Any additional comments? Fix the sound recording. It's annoying. Another home run by Tenenbom Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? It reveals all kinds of truths we normally don't know about America. What was the most compelling aspect of this narrative? At the risk of sounding politically incorrect, but in the service of truth, I was most shocked by the description of the neighborhoods that first elevated Obama to political office, and how his ascendency has done nothing to improve the lives of his first supporters. What about Shlomo Zackss performance did you like? It was clear and easy to understand. If you could give The Lies They Tell a new subtitle, what would it be? Everything you didn't realize you needed to know about America. Any additional comments? This is a book for diversity junkies. It celebrates and accentuates the diversity of America. Its not about the greatness of America. In that sense, the book is written from a leftist perspective. On the other hand, he excoriates leftists and shows their stupidity and hypocrisy. It also reveals an extensive anti-Semitic sub-culture everywhere you go. Specifically, he shows a strong correlation between those who believe in climate change and being pro-Palestinian.

Foreign Policy Begins at Home Audiobook by Richard Haass

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Richard Haass) — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 02:14:01 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Foreign Policy Begins at Home Author: Richard Haass Narrator: Kevin Stillwell Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 33 mins Language: English Release date: 04-30-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 24 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: The biggest threat to the United States comes not from abroad but from within. This is the provocative, timely, and unexpected message of Council on Foreign Relations President Richard N. Haass Foreign Policy Begins at Home. A rising China, climate change, terrorism, a nuclear Iran, a turbulent Middle East, and a reckless North Korea all present serious challenges. But U.S. national security depends even more on the United States addressing its burgeoning deficit and debt, crumbling infrastructure, second-class schools, and outdated immigration system. Foreign Policy Begins at Home describes a 21st century in which power is widely diffused. Globalization, revolutionary technologies, and the rise and decline of new and old powers have created a "nonpolar" world of American primacy but not domination. So far, it has been a relatively forgiving world, with no great rival threatening America directly. How long this strategic respite lasts, according to Haass, will depend largely on whether the United States puts its own house in order. Haass argues for a new American foreign policy: Restoration. At home, the new doctrine would have the country concentrate on restoring the economic foundations of American power. Overseas, the U.S. would stop trying to remake the Middle East with military force, instead emphasizing maintaining the balance of power in Asia, promoting economic integration and energy self-sufficiency in North America, and working to promote collective responses to global challenges. Haass rejects both isolationism and the notion of American decline. But he argues the United States is underperforming at home and overreaching abroad. Foreign Policy Begins at Home lays out a compelling vision for restoring Americas power, influence, and ability to lead the world. Members Reviews: Last 4 years This book provides context for our present situation. Clearly we have lost sight of the challenges before us. They are lost in morass of personal politics. Fantastic social and political commentary What did you love best about Foreign Policy Begins at Home? While the book started out a bit slowly, Richard Haass does a great job at laying out clearly and succinctly the problems facing our country today. He details our current foreign policy strategy, and where we should take it, before moving into the domestic side of the puzzle. All issues addressed are, when thought about, pretty much common sense common sense. Should be required reading for all our politicians. What did you like best about this story? Haass lays out, in a convincing manner, a straightforward and clear path that the United States can take to ensure retention of its dominance on the world stage. What about Kevin Stillwells performance did you like? The way I see it, a narrator does a great job if you don't take much notice of them - which was the case for this book. Stillwell does a very good job, enough so that I was able to listen to the book at 2x speed with no problem. Whats the most interesting tidbit youve picked up from this book? The structure that Haass laid out for examining foreign policy, based on current potential primary motivations: democracy promotion, human rights, counterterrorism, and integration - all considered, but eventually leading to that of Restoration. Additionally, a convincing argument for the existence of non-polarity in today's global international dynamics.

Muzzled Audiobook by Juan Williams

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Juan Williams) — Tue, 26 Jul 2011 12:17:30 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Muzzled Subtitle: The Assault on Honest Debate Author: Juan Williams Narrator: Juan Williams Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 07-26-11 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 62 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Prize-winning Washington journalist Juan Williams was unceremoniously dismissed by NPR for speaking his mind and saying what many Americans feel: that he gets nervous when boarding airplanes with passengers dressed in Muslim garb. NPR banished the veteran journalist in an act of political correctness that ultimately sparked nationwide outrage and led to calls for Congress to end its public funding of the media organization. In Muzzled, Williams uses his very public firing as a launching pad to discuss the countless ways in which honest debate in America - from the halls of Congress and the health-care town halls to the talk shows and print media - is stifled. In today's partisan world, where media provocateurs rule the airwaves and political correctness dictates what can and cannot be said with impunity, Williams shows how the honest exchange of ideas and the search for solutions and reasonable compromise is deliberately muzzled. Only those toeing the party's line - the screaming voices of the extremist - get airtime and dominate the discussion in politics and the media. Each side, liberal and conservative, preaches to a choir that revels in expressions of anger, ideology, conspiracies, and demonized opponents. The result is an absence of truth-telling and honest debate about the facts. Among the issues denied a full-throated discussion are racial profiling; the increased reliance on religious beliefs in debating American values and legislation; the nuances of an immigration policy gone awry; why abortion is promoted as a hot button wedge issue to incite the party faithful and drive donations; the uneasy balance between individual freedom and our desire for security against terrorism; and much more. A fierce, fresh look at the critical importance of an open airing of controversial issues, Muzzled is a hard-hitting critique of the topics and concerns we can't talk about without suffering retaliation at the hands of the political correctness police. Only by bringing such hot-button issues into the light of day can we hope to grapple with them and exercise our cherished, hard-won right of free speech. Members Reviews: Should Be Required Reading I say without hyperbole that this is the most important book I have read in some time; I hope its message is widely embraced. Williams' book is a reminder that not every news personality is so ideologically blinded that he or she can't see merit in opposing viewpoints. Williams artfully illustrates how dialogue in our culture has become a screaming match where we can't discuss what we need to, and aren't concerned with being right so much as we are with winning the argument. Largely, Williams' views are nuanced and well-crafted. There are a very few times when Williams himself seems to fall unknowingly into the political correctness (used broadly in this work, applied to both the left and right equally) he criticizes. However, this never seems hypocritical, because it's easy to imagine that, if you pointed these moments out to the author, you might very well get him to see your point. Fair and Balanced Mr. Williams does an excellent job presenting his case in a fair and balanced view (pun unavoidable due to true reporting skills presented). Though it is clear he is right of center on many issues, he refrains from building straw man arguments in most cases. There are some glaring short-comings, e.g.

American Political Parties and Elections Audiobook by L. Sandy Maisel

biacuaduc@gmail.com (L. Sandy Maisel) — Tue, 05 Nov 2013 13:09:18 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: American Political Parties and Elections Subtitle: A Very Short Introduction Author: L. Sandy Maisel Narrator: Eric Martin Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 15 mins Language: English Release date: 11-05-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Few Americans and even fewer citizens of other nations understand the electoral process in the United States. Still fewer understand the role played by political parties in the electoral process or the ironies within the system. Participation in elections in the United States is much lower than in the vast majority of mature democracies. Perhaps this is because of the lack of competition in a country where only two parties have a true chance of winning, despite the fact that a large number of citizens claim allegiance to neither and think badly of both. Or perhaps it is because in the U.S. campaign contributions disproportionately favor incumbents in most legislative elections, or that largely unregulated groups such as the now notorious 527s have as much impact on the outcome of a campaign as do the parties or the candidates' campaign organizations. Studying these factors, you begin to get a very clear picture indeed of the problems that underlay our much trumpeted electoral system. This Very Short Introduction introduces the listener to these issues and more, providing an insider's view of how the system actually works while shining a light on some of its flaws. As we enter what is sure to be yet another highly contested election year, it is more important than ever that Americans take the time to learn the system that puts so many in power. Members Reviews: Concise and easy to understand. Easy to read and understand. In a concise format. WOW...lots I didn't know! Very good intro/overview about the workings of our political parties and suggestions for improvements. Electoral College section was interesting and helped me understand this mysterious entity. Five Stars I'm satisfied. Solid, detailed, thorough, readable introduction This book is a great example of what the VSI series should (and often does) achieve. It provides a thorough introduction to the topic that somehow combines incredibly mastery of detail with lively writing. The reader comes away with a solid grasp of the subject. As a professional political scientist who read this as a possible classroom textbook, I can attest that the information is of top quality. I'm enough of an academic that I always worry with well-written books if I'm really getting an accurate grounding in the subject, or if it is instead readable but superficial or misleading. No worries in this case. Maisel does it right. Non-American readers might detect a tinge (or more) of patriotism shining through, and sometimes the book seems pitched too clearly to Americans. I often thought I heard Maisel's voice lecturing his undergraduates when I read the book (not a bad thing in itself, I'm sure his lectures are fantastic). This is really a minor point though and, after all, we academics can never bring ourselves to write ONLY positive things in a review. All in all, this book more than delivers what it promises: an excellent, thorough, information-packed, and readable overview. Sandy Maisel was surely the right person to ask to write the book. Poorly written This book is quite poorly written. My search for a good, short treatment of parties and elections that will be accessible to undergraduates, without encouraging egregious grammatical infelicities, continues.

Screwed Audiobook by Thom Hartmann

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Thom Hartmann) — Wed, 16 Jan 2008 07:00:10 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Screwed Subtitle: The Undeclared War Against the Middle Class - and What We Can Do About It Author: Thom Hartmann Narrator: Anthony Heald Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 01-16-08 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 269 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: The so-called conservatives waging this war are interested only in conserving and increasing their own wealth and power. Under the guise of freeing the market, they have dismantled programs set up to protect the middle class and replaced them with policies that favor only the privileged few. To keep America strong, we must ensure that our public institutions meet people's basic needs for education, health care, and a living wage - before our democracy becomes a "corporatocracy". Critic Reviews: "Hartmann's latest is an intelligent critique of the contemporary plight of the middle class." (Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: A must read I thought this book did a great job at interweaving our history with present day economic and political issues. Be prepared to be angered at our elected leaders after reading this. Its a call to arms, a wake up call. Do not take your freedom and decent living standards for granted. Everyone should listen to this book. One of the most important books written today. This is a must listen for people who care how this world works. Insightful and well structure, it's an easy listen, with extremely important information about what going on in the world. Our plight This book is the best summary of our economic and political plight that I have seen. In fact, I can't believe that no where have I seen such a clear explanation of recent events. Once we understand what has happened over the last 50 years, the problems are easily solved. Medicare, minus the "poisen pill" of Medicare D, which made it illegal for the U.S. Government to negotiate for cheaper prices, stands ready to become a single payer medical insurance (with only 2-4% administrative costs as opposed to the up to 35% adminsitrative and lobbying and CEO pay that privitized medical insurance eats up). Reagan's tax cuts for the wealthy were paid for by a near doubling of the social security payroll deductions. Why didn't I know that? Everyone else but Hartmann tries to say it's a very complicated history. No, it's not complicated, it's simple: we've been conned. And those are just a few examples of mind-boggling revelations and solutions Hartmann has come up with by simple analysis and clear thinking. The middle-class and the only possiblity of democracy is being destroyed, deliberately, by monopolists and those who would rather run the world for their benefit without interference from an educated voting populace. This book is an absolute must read/Listen for both Republicans who still care more about this country than the wealth of oil billionaires and any progressive or democratically oriented, thinking person. The Modern Thomas Paine Thom Hartmann has the clearest, most concise voice of common sense in the 20th and 21st centuries. With brilliantly researched facts, a passion for conveying information, an "easy read" writing style and a huge dose of not so common common sense makes this book a must read for anyone who is discouraged and wondering how things went this far in the U. S. Thom Hartmann is the Thomas Paine of our age. He cuts through the political doublespeak and media catch phrases to give us a masterful portrayal of what has happened to the majority of Americans over the last 30 years.

Demonic Audiobook by Ann Coulter

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ann Coulter) — Tue, 07 Jun 2011 12:15:44 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Demonic Subtitle: How the Liberal Mob Is Endangering America Author: Ann Coulter Narrator: Ann Coulter Format: Abridged Length: 5 hrs and 51 mins Language: English Release date: 06-07-11 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 164 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: The demon is a mob, and the mob is demonic. The Democratic Party activates mobs, depends on mobs, coddles mobs, publicizes and celebrate mobs - it is the mob. Sweeping in its scope and relentless in its argument, Demonic explains the peculiarities of liberals as standard groupthink behavior. To understand mobs is to understand liberals. Members Reviews: Coulter at her best I have read several of Ann Coulter's works and this is among the best. "Demonic" is very funny and hits on many important ideas, from some fresh angles. I only have two criticisms: (1) the term "liberals" should not be used to describe "socialists" but rather the term "liberals" should be taken back by capitalists (2) it is bizarre that Ms. Coulter professes that a large part of society does not have the "capacity of reason" (which is true) but at the same time thinks that these people should not have the right to have abortions when they accidentally get pregnant John Christmas, author of "Democracy Society" Perfect Conservative Rant If you could sum up Demonic in three words, what would they be? Thought provoking. What was the most compelling aspect of this narrative? As a fiscal conservative, social liberal who lives in a political no-man's land, Demonic made me think about order vs. chaos in a country that is moving from entrepreneurs to employees and from employees to complete human obsolescence. Which character as performed by Ann Coulter was your favorite? N/A If you could give Demonic a new subtitle, what would it be? Almost anything but "demonic." She goes off the deep end in places, but pared down to her observations, and the premise, perhaps, "Political Disorder." Any additional comments? I'd love to find a politically neutral book that examines the mechanisms she addresses. Ann Exposes Leftwing Tactics in Epic Fashion I'be been so thrilled with this purchase! Honestly, I don't know which impressed me more about thus title: The fact that Coulter was able to thoroughly analyze and disect the liberal mob mentality in 5 hrs... - or - The fact that she provided such a logical explanation of the left's apparent idiosyncracies. Whatever the case, if you'be ever scratched your head after watching liberals do or say things that make no sense, this book is for you! A unique approach, very thought-provoking. I've read many conservative books. Most have very similar approaches (not bad, just similar). This is the case with books of other perspective, too. This book is different, even from Colter's previous books. Her interpretation of Gustave Le Bon's "The Crowd" in relation to the modus operandi of both the Left and Right is quite unique and eerily accurate. This is not just another conservative book. This is an important book and is as thought-provoking as Mark Levin's "Liberty and Tyranny." Highly recommend. Prophetic... isn't it? Buy the version with Coulter as the narrator. Then buy the book to do the research. Then listen to this a few times when you're in the car ( I listened to it 3 times). Yeah....despite the imperfections of her book (what book is perfect? In what alternate reality do critics live in? ) she's right on target. Don't expect this one to be in the OWS library... I only wish she didn't name it "Demonic".

A Path to Peace Audiobook by George Mitchell, Alon Sachar

biacuaduc@gmail.com (George Mitchell) — Tue, 29 Nov 2016 16:30:29 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Path to Peace Subtitle: A Brief History of Israeli-Palestinian Negotiations and a Way Forward in the Middle East Author: George Mitchell, Alon Sachar Narrator: Mel Foster Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 12 mins Language: English Release date: 11-29-16 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: George Mitchell knows how to bring peace to troubled regions. He was the primary architect of the 1998 Good Friday Agreement for peace in Northern Ireland. But when he served as US special envoy for Middle East peace from 2009 to 2011 - working to end the Israeli-Palestinian conflict - diplomacy did not prevail. Now, for the first time, Mitchell offers his insider account of how the Israelis and the Palestinians have progressed (and regressed) in their negotiations through the years and outlines the specific concessions each side must make to finally achieve lasting peace. This unflinching look at why the peace process has failed and what must happen for it to succeed is an important, essential, and valuable work. Critic Reviews: "With an insider's insight, [George Mitchell] chronicles Israeli-Palestinian negotiations through the years and lays out the concessions he believes both sides must make if peace is ever to be achieved." (Library Journal) Members Reviews: Excellent learning experience of a complex problem Excellent discussion of history and the nuance of the issues that prevents negotiation and peace between Palestinians and Israelis. George Mitchell provides some interesting suggestions for solutions to the security, borders, refugee and settlements in the West Bank issues that form the core of a peace plan. The obstacles seem insurmountable but Mitchell gives us hope that peace is possible.

The Great Destroyer Audiobook by David Limbaugh

biacuaduc@gmail.com (David Limbaugh) — Mon, 04 Jun 2012 00:52:21 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Great Destroyer Subtitle: Barack Obamas War on the Republic Author: David Limbaugh Narrator: Mike Chamberlain Format: Unabridged Length: 16 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 06-04-12 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 114 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: In his number-oneNew York Timesbest sellerCrimes against Liberty, David Limbaugh penned a damning indictment of President Barack Obamas misrule during his first two years in office. In this blockbuster book, Limbaugh sets his sights on the remainder of Obamas presidency, revealing the presidents latest crimes against liberty. Exposing Obamas counterfeit image as a champion of bipartisan compromise, Limbaugh relates, in shocking detail, how the president resorts to class-warfare demagoguery to advance a stunningly ideological agenda. We must drastically change course, Limbaugh argues, or else our country will fall into an abyss that could take generations to escape. Controversial, compelling, and original,The Great Destroyeringeniously picks up whereCrimes against Libertyleft off. It is Limbaughs most powerful book yet. About the author: David Limbaugh is a New York Times best-selling author, a lawyer with the Limbaugh Firm, and a nationally syndicated columnist. In addition to his journalism and law work, he frequently appears on top-tier television and radio programs, including Hannity, Mark Levin, Laura Ingraham, and his brothers show, Rush Limbaugh. He lives with his family in Missouri. Critic Reviews: InThe Great Destroyer, David Limbaugh shows how Barack Obama has plundered our nations finances, dismantled our defenses, trampled on our Constitution, and punctured the American dream. A must-read book on the Obama administrations shameless pillaging of America. (Sean Hannity) My friend David Limbaugh has written the best book about the worst president in American history. If anyone reads this book and still votes for Barack Obama, he should have his head examined. (Mark Levin, nationally syndicated radio talk show host) The Great Destroyerreads like a terrific political thriller about an administration hell-bent on bankrupting its own nation and undermining its national security. The fact that its a true story about our own country should disturb and alarm every reader. (Vince Flynn, number-oneNew York Timesbest-selling author) Members Reviews: A Bit Overwhelmed With The Volume of Information.. I've heard much of what is written but not in such a condensed manner. An onslaught of 'need to know' material. Next listen I will keep pen and pad within reach. Recommend. Great insight Would you listen to The Great Destroyer again? Why? Maybe, this book has a lot of information in it. Lots to absorb. What was the most compelling aspect of this narrative? The jaw dropping exposure of President Obama's actions. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? No. Great points, but gets bogged down What did you love best about The Great Destroyer? The well thought out arguments as to why Obama's policies have ruined this country. If youve listened to books by David Limbaugh before, how does this one compare? N/A What does Mike Chamberlain bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? Even tone voice. With some of the petty remarks made toward Obama you could misinterpret the tone, but Mike present it in a non-emotional way. Whats the most interesting tidbit youve picked up from this book? How much of a joke the Obama administration is Any additional comments? This book could have been better and shorter if it kept to the legitimate arguments and points.

Fortress America Audiobook by Elaine Tyler May

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Elaine Tyler May) — Tue, 02 Jan 2018 07:28:06 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Fortress America Subtitle: How We Embraced Fear and Abandoned Democracy Author: Elaine Tyler May Narrator: Kevin Stillwell Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 47 mins Language: English Release date: 01-02-18 Publisher: Hachette Audio Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: An award-winning historian untangles the roots of America's culture of fear, and argues that it imperils our democracy For the last 60 years, fear has seeped into every area of American life: Americans own more guns than citizens of any other country, sequester themselves in gated communities, and retreat from public spaces. And yet, crime rates have plummeted, making life in America safer than ever. Why, then, are Americans so afraid - and where does this fear lead to? In this remarkable work of social history, Elaine Tyler May demonstrates how our obsession with security has made citizens fear each other and distrust the government, making America less safe and less democratic. Fortress America charts the rise of a muscular national culture, undercutting the common good. Instead of a thriving democracy of engaged citizens, we have become a paranoid, bunkered, militarized, and divided vigilante nation. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your Library section along with the audio. Critic Reviews: "America founded itself on the principles of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness, but for much of the last century, it has been increasingly seized by fear, suspicion, and anxiety. Elaine Tyler May has provided a lucid, accessible, and sweeping account of this national nervous breakdown. With acute intelligence and supple prose, she separates distortion from reality, fever dream from waking truth." (Samuel Freedman, professor, Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism) "In making a solid case for our country's overinvestment in personal and national security, May asks a germane question: are we focusing on the right threats?" (Kirkus Reviews) "Few historians have probed the hidden undercurrents of the Cold War as perceptively and brilliantly as Elaine Tyler May. In Homeward Bound, she explained how containment abroad seeped into America's homes, and now, in her equally penetrating Fortress America, she reveals the fears and insecurities in those homes that emerged to elect our 45th President. A major contribution and a must-read to understand the origins of the Age of Trump." (Martin J. Sherwin, University Professor at George Mason University, Pulitzer Prize [with co-author Kai Bird] winner for American Prometheus) Members Reviews: Timely reflections even if I don't always agree with them "Fortress America - How We Embraced Fear and Abandoned Democracy" (2017 publication; 245 pages) is a non-fiction book by Elaine Tyler May, a professor at the University of Minnesota. In the book's introductory chapter, the author notes that "I argue in this book that in fact a new consensus developed over the last half of the 20th century, rooted in a new definition of 'security' that was grounded in fear and that both major parties adopted and most Americans across the political spectrum accepted." With that, we are off to how security issues developed starting in the post-WW II atomic age. Couple of comments: the author touches upon some deep-rooted issues of US society, namely how more security doesn't equate to feeling more secure, and moreover leads to a sense of isolation and lack of empathy. "For the residents of these [gated] communities, the gates are makers of separation.

Do as I Say (Not As I Do) Audiobook by Peter Schweizer

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Peter Schweizer) — Thu, 27 Oct 2005 21:04:55 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Do as I Say (Not As I Do) Author: Peter Schweizer Narrator: Grover Gardner Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 15 mins Language: English Release date: 10-27-05 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 257 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: But do they actually live by these beliefs? Peter Schweizer decided to investigate in depth the private lives of prominent liberals. What he found was a long list of contradictions. Schweizer's conclusion is simple: liberalism in the end forces its adherents to become hypocrites. They adopt one pose in public, but when it comes to what matters most in their own lives, they jettison their liberal principles and adopt conservative ones. Schweizer's book thus exposes the contradiction at the core of liberalism: If these ideas don't work for the very individuals who promote them, how can they work for the country? Critic Reviews: "An entertaining exposure of the hypocrisy among some prominent liberals....Schweizer reveals that the most vocal liberals do not practice what they preach." (The Weekly Standard) Members Reviews: An Eye Opener This is a very enlightening book. It's very telling in regards to how politics can be such a game and how either side can really be controlled by the people with the most money and power rather than what is right and what is wrong. It also shows you how negative things that are often applicable to one party can be twisted by people in their attempts to apply them to another, which tells me that they are aware of their own guilt because they are so busy trying to direct it elsewhere rather than taking responsibility. I never liked Barbara Streisand, and I now have more reason not to like her and many other Hollywood stars who use their power and money to influence politicians and people rather than letting them decide for themselves what is right and what is wrong. And I suppose it says something about the politicians and people who are persuaded to vote one way or another based on the opinions of any famous person rather than their own study of the facts. Excellent examples of hipocrisy of famous people This books is a must read if you want to know the truth about what many high profile people say versus what they do. For example, one might not know that the environmentally correct Kennedys own oil companies, and put them in tax sheltered trusts, avoiding the taxes they say we don't pay enough of. Michael Moore, Barbara Streisand, a long list of big names and how they don't do what they tell us to do. The information is very good, and shows the hypocrisy of those who would presume to be morally superior. WOW! Really interesting to hear because more than half of the people profiled are not the most well known cases. Kind of horrifying, as well, as these people are held high as role models by many because of what they say (and not because of what they do...). Amazing! This is an amazing read! I was stunned at the exact nature of how this data is put forward. The author lays it out in a plain way, and there you have it...I was stunned on how good this was! It is about time This is a great read. Peter Schweizer does a excellent job in exposing the leftist elite hypocrisy with multiple facts and details. It is about time someone has exposed the truth behind the facade. It would make a great Christmas gift to your conservative and especially liberal friends and family members.

Libertarianism Audiobook by David Boaz

biacuaduc@gmail.com (David Boaz) — Fri, 17 Nov 2000 11:19:43 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Libertarianism Subtitle: A Primer Author: David Boaz Narrator: Jeff Riggenbach Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 31 mins Language: English Release date: 11-17-00 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 256 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Tens of millions of Americans, from Generation X-ers to baby boomers and beyond, are rediscovering libertarianism, a visionary alternative to the tired party orthodoxies of left and right. In 1995, a Gallup poll found that 52 percent of Americans said, "the federal government has become so large and powerful that it poses an immediate threat to the rights and freedoms of ordinary citizens." Later that year, The Wall Street Journal concurred: "Because of their growing disdain for government, more and more Americans appear to be drifting - often unwittingly - toward a libertarian philosophy." Libertarianism is hardly new, but its framework for liberty under law and economic progress makes it especially suited for the dynamic new era we are now entering. In the United States, the bureaucratic leviathan is newly threatened by a resurgence of the libertarian ideas upon which the country was founded. We are witnessing a breakdown of all the cherished beliefs of the welfare-warfare state. David Boaz presents the essential guidebook to the libertarian perspective, detailing its roots, central tenets, solutions to contemporary policy dilemmas, and future in American politics. He confronts head-on the tough questions frequently posed to libertarians: What about inequality? Who protects the environment? What ties people together if they are essentially self-interested? Members Reviews: Clear, in-depth analysis Great book. The author clearly defines Libertarianism and writes about it in such a way as to allow political neophytes like myself to fully understand the subject and its practical applications in today's world. I highly recommend this book for the casual reader and the political junkie alike. Recommended introduction The book is a good libertarianism in a nutshell. It covers a lot of ground in history and principles. The only regret I have is the quality of the sound. Although it is clear enough to understand it, the sudden changes in volume and pitch make the listening a little annoying. Viable Third Option This book is an excellent introduction to the Libertarian philosophy. The first half is dedicated to a concise and informal history of governments and social contracts, and the second half is full of examples of how the Libertarian philosophy would address the problems of the world today. Obviously there will be no magic bullet that will fix all the world's problems, but any thinking man or woman will find this to be the most consistent and liberating course to take. If you enjoy this book, any book covering Rand's Objectivist philosophy should be next on your list. From a libertarian I have said for some time that I am a libertarian, and it turns out that I was right. Libertarianism gave me a much more in depth philosophy on which to rest my assumed label and set of political beliefs. Great read even if you're not a libertarian, clear and concise with excellent, abundant, real world examples of what is and is not (or perhaps what it means to believe in and support) a libertarian way of governance. Best Insight into Modern Political Life As Republicans and Democrats battle it out for votes, money, and power, Mr. Boaz lays out a coherent and compelling framework for evaluating their policies, promises, and rhetoric. Freedom and prosperity are inherently compelling to most Americans, but Mr. Boaz explains why and how they work to make our lives better.

House of Bush, House of Saud Audiobook by Craig Unger

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Craig Unger) — Fri, 09 Apr 2004 04:56:19 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: House of Bush, House of Saud Subtitle: The Secret Relationship between the World's Two Most Powerful Dynasties Author: Craig Unger Narrator: James Naughton Format: Abridged Length: 6 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 04-09-04 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 131 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Why did the Bush administration approve the secret airlift of 140 Saudis, including two dozen relatives of Osama bin Laden, just after September 11? Did one of the Saudi royals on the planes have any advance knowledge of the attacks? What specifically chosen words did George W. Bush say on national television during the 2000 election campaign to trigger Muslim support? How did Saudi-funded Islamic groups propel Bush to victory in Florida, thus winning him the presidency? The answers to these questions lie in a largely hidden relationship between the House of Bush and the House of Saud that began in the mid-1970s. An amazing weave of money, power, and influence, it takes place all over the globe and involves war, covert operations, and huge deals in oil and defense industries. But, most horrifyingly of all, the secret liasion between these two great families helped trigger the Age of Terror and give rise to the tragedy of 9-11. Members Reviews: Needs To Be Unabridged This would be a great audiobook if it were unabridged. The fact is that this sort of work of nonfiction leaves you wondering about and wishing for what must have been on the cutting room floor. Too bad a book that is getting national attention (cnn, etc) is offered only in abridged format here. abridged???? I've read the unabridged version which offered the detail(s) that this subject deserves. Why oh why do an unabridged version? This is a story that needs to be told in the authors' complete version. If you have the time read the book. Too much was left out. How can this be happening?!?! This is my first audiobook review. I've had good experience so far with other titles, but this title really got me jazzed. I'm definitely going to pick up the book so I can find out the full, unabridged version of the story. Michael Moore's 9/11 covers about 10% of the stuff that's in this book. I still can't believe some of this stuff. If it was the 60's there'd have to be some serious protesting/public outrage at what is going on in the upper echelons of the US government. Review wise, the last two thirds really pick up and the dude's voice is awesome. I'll definitely be listening to this one a few more times. House of Bush House of Saud Incredible account of what happened within the Bush family over many generations. The relationship between Bush and Saud is criminal and it is my hope that someday they will be prosecuted for what they did. BEST BUSH-GATE BOOK This is the best of the books about bush and the wars. The depth of research is impressive. The facts that F 911 is based on. The author was interviewed in the movie. This book explains a lot of facts which are widely known and accepted by both left and right but whose context is missing, like the Saudi escape planes. Much better than bob Woodward?s plodding prose, this is an easy listen. Instead of a litany of bush's stupidity this book explains the history and motivation of the political policies of the bush presidency, complete with personal details. Understand the criminal sale of this countrys presidency to the Saudi slush fund to the detriment of both the us and the Saudis.

A Macat Analysis of Kenneth Waltz's Theory of International Politics Audiobook by Macat. .com

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Macat. .com) — Mon, 06 Jun 2016 09:40:37 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Macat Analysis of Kenneth Waltz's Theory of International Politics Author: Macat. .com Narrator: Macat.com Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 06-06-16 Publisher: Macat International Limited. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Kenneth Waltz's Theory of International Politics created a "scientific revolution" in international relations, starting two major debates. In the 1980s it defined the controversy between the neorealists, who believed that competition between states was inevitable, and the neoliberals, who believed that states could cooperate with each other. As the debate wound down with the end of the Cold War in the 1990s, a second more fundamental debate began: Is it possible to treat international relations as a science? Waltz aimed to answer the question "if changes in international outcomes are linked directly to changes in actors, how can one account for similarities of outcome that persist or recur even as actors vary?" Taking a unique approach, Waltz did not look at any one unit within the system, avoiding discussions of any particular state or political leader. Instead he examined the system itself.

Buying the Vote: A History of Campaign Finance Reform Audiobook by Robert E. Mutch

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Robert E. Mutch) — Mon, 25 Aug 2014 02:16:04 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Buying the Vote: A History of Campaign Finance Reform Author: Robert E. Mutch Narrator: Fleet Cooper Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 08-25-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Are corporations citizens? Is political inequality a necessary aspect of a democracy or something that must be stamped out? These are the questions that have been at the heart of the debate surrounding campaign finance reform for nearly half a century. But as Robert E. Mutch demonstrates in this fascinating book, these were not always controversial matters. The tenets that corporations do not count as citizens, and that self-government functions best by reducing political inequality, were commonly heldup until the early years of the twentieth century, when Congress recognized the strength of these principles by prohibiting corporations from making campaign contributions, passing a disclosure law, and setting limits on campaign expenditures. But conservative opposition began to appear in the 1970s. Well represented on the Supreme Court, opponents of campaign finance reform won decisions granting First Amendment rights to corporations, and declaring the goal of reducing political inequality to be unconstitutional. Buying the Vote analyzes the rise and decline of campaign finance reform by tracking the evolution of both the ways in which presidential campaigns have been funded since the late nineteenth century. Through close examinations of major Supreme Court decisions, Mutch shows how the Court has fashioned a new and profoundly inegalitarian definition of American democracy. Drawing on rarely studied archival materials on presidential campaign finance funds, Buying the Vote is an illuminating look at politics, money, and power in America. Members Reviews: In my opinion, some of the factual background is ... In my opinion, some of the factual background is interesting but a more clear legal examination of this topic can be found in Citizens Divided by Robert Post. Four Stars Wow!! Excellent book by independent scholar An excellent book by an independent scholar. The author presents a fairly comprehensive history and a good summary of where we are now. It is not a naively optimistic book. "We can solve problems by passing laws as long as our political differences occur within a sense of national community, of shared purpose. When our differences grow so wide as to erode that sense of community, our political problems become fundamental to the system itself and beyond legislative solution...If we are going to build a democracy where speech counts for more than money, we will first have to agree on the basics, and build a new sense of national community." This is a book well worth reading and thinking about. There is an excellent 32 page bibliography (as well as 98 pages of notes) which is something every serious nonfiction book should have. Other good books and information on democracy and politics here: mwir-democracyandpolitics.blogspot.com/ Midwest Independent Reseach I disagree with the title of the book "Buying the Vote" - The author should have left it -"A history of campaign finance Reform" I was aware of the attempt to regulate corporate contributions in the early 1900's by congress, but this book gives a much more detailed view of the various attempts to regulate the electoral process. In that sense I liked it.

Fremdes Land Amerika Hörbuch von Ingo Zamperoni

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ingo Zamperoni) — Fri, 04 Nov 2016 11:16:50 GMT

Hören Sie sich dieses volle Hörbuch kostenlos bei https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> Titel: Fremdes Land Amerika Untertitel: Warum wir unser Verhältnis zu den USA neu bewerten müssen Autor:: Ingo Zamperoni Erzähler: Ingo Zamperoni Format: Abridged Spieldauer: 4 hrs and 49 mins Sprache: Deutsch Veröffentlichungsdatum: 11-04-16 Herausgeber: Headroom Bewertung: 5 von 5 von 2 Stimmen Kategorien: Nonfiction, Politics Zusammenfassung des Herausgebers: Ingo Zamperoni war stets fasziniert von den USA. Er ist es heute noch - nun aber mit einem nüchternen Blick auf die Realitäten des Landes. Trotz aller Missklänge und Differenzen, haben die deutsch-amerikanischen Beziehungen nach wie vor zentrale Bedeutung für die Zukunft unseres Landes. Denn die großen Herausforderungen durch Terror, Kriege, Flucht und Finanzkrisen können Deutschland und Amerika nur gemeinsam meistern - egal, ob mit Hillary Clinton oder einem anderen US-Präsidenten. ©2016 Headroom (P)2016 Headroom

Unleashing Demons Audiobook by Craig Oliver

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Craig Oliver) — Thu, 20 Oct 2016 09:20:25 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Unleashing Demons Subtitle: The Inside Story of Brexit Author: Craig Oliver Narrator: Craig Oliver Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 33 mins Language: English Release date: 10-20-16 Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 9 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: As David Cameron's director of politics and communications, Craig Oliver was in the room at every key moment during the EU referendum - the biggest political event in the UK since World War II. Craig Oliver worked with all the players, including David Cameron, George Osbourne, Barack Obama, Angela Merkel, Jeremy Corbyn, Boris Johnson, Michael Gove, Theresa May and Peter Mandelson. Unleashing Demons is based on his extensive notes, detailing everything from the decision to call a referendum to the subsequent civil war in the Conservative Party and the aftermath of the shocking result. This is raw history at its very best, packed with enthralling detail and colourful anecdotes from behind the closed doors of the campaign that changed British history. Critic Reviews: "Utterly fascinating.... I suspect that every historian of the period will regard it as indispensable to appreciating this extraordinary phase in our history." (John Simpson) "The compelling insider's account of the man who was at the centre of the Downing Street web." (Nick Robinson) "This is one of the most vivid, frank and exciting inside accounts to have been written for years." (Anthony Seldon) "A gripping fly-on-the-wall account of the frenzy in Downing Street during the EU campaign." (Robert Peston) Members Reviews: Great Back Story Would you listen to Unleashing Demons again? Why? Probably not but only because the pace on modern political events will out pace the story written by the author. What was one of the most memorable moments of Unleashing Demons? The realization that nothing David Cameron did would likely have saved the membership of the UK in the EU. Which character as performed by Craig Oliver was your favorite? His revelations of the character of (in his opinion) the major players in the campaign for and against leaving the EU Whats the most interesting tidbit youve picked up from this book? That the current prime minister most likely was for leave but hid it well in the run up to the referendum. Honest account for what it does and doesn't say Would you consider the audio edition of Unleashing Demons to be better than the print version? Yes What was the most compelling aspect of this narrative? Oliver was as inside the Remain campaign as was possible to be. To all intents and purposes, he *ran* it as much as Cameron did. What about Craig Olivers performance did you like? An honest, likeable and enthusiastic reader. Oliver makes you feel his pain and frustration as the Remain campaign starts to unravel. Any additional comments? As honest an account of the Remain campaign as this is, it's written very much from a Tory (Conservative) view point. Prime Minister, David Cameron (usually referred to as "DC" or "PM" in the narrative) and Chancellor of the Exchequer, George Osborne (usually just "George") are portrayed as level headed, reasonable and honest politicians. But then who wouldn't be when set against Michael Gove, Boris Johnson and Nigel Farage? For Oliver, the failure of the Remain came down mainly to the Leave campaign switching their focus to immigration, once they's realised (correctly) that their own economic arguments were being seen as the nonsense that they were.

Upside Down Audiobook by Mark Davis

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Mark Davis) — Mon, 15 Aug 2016 20:12:24 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Upside Down Subtitle: How the Left has Made Right Wrong, Truth Lies, and Good Bad Author: Mark Davis Narrator: Mark Davis Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 08-15-16 Publisher: Mission Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 34 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Fossil fuels are bad. Illegal immigration is necessary for the economy. Free markets are arbitrary and cruel. Christians are intolerant. Men and women are exactly the same. The dogma preached by the far left has gone mainstream and the results are frightening: Most of what you hear these days is flat-out wrong. Mark Davis pulls apart the tenets of liberal dogma in Upside Down, a right-side-up correction of everything that's wrong with today's topsy-turvy world. Members Reviews: Common Sense Conservatism Where does Upside Down rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? For those familiar with Mark's radio show(s), this book is an expansion of some of the key ideas he's expressed over the years. If you're not, treat yourself to some fundamental conservative ideas -- with a strong dose of common sense thrown in for good measure. Outstanding book and very well researched. I love listening to Mark Davis and glad he was the Narrator. my 1st audio book and was not let down Great I'm glad I listened to this one during the daily commute. Mark provides excellent logic and reason for conservative viewpoints in a way that isn't dull and boring, but exciting and interesting. There are a few things I wish he would have explained more thoroughly, but this book did seem to highlight and briefly explain a myriad of topics, so turning it into an in depth study would have ruined the feel of the book. Furthermore as a millennial (29) veteran (7+ years as a US Navy Corpsman) I very much was honored by Mark's comments about millennials who choose to serve. Thanks! Excellent presentation of conservative viewpoint This book is a fantastic review of conservative opinions and the reasoning behind those opinions. I learned an amazing amount about why the right thinks what it does. The book was very hard to listen to because of the righteous indignation the author has toward the left. His exaggerated exhaustion with the left is over the top for most of his reading as he believes he is perfectly correct in all his opinions. Furthermore, there are almost no facts or studies that back many of the opinions in the book. I expected the arguments to have at least some academic backing, rather than a regurgitation of emotional arguments that may or may not have any actual data supporting them. Even on opinions that I shared with the author I found it hard to identify with someone who is so polarizing and lacks authority outside of his own words and opinions. I guess that reflects many of us, who have the opinions that we do based on being part of a group but I guess I assumed that someone writing a book would do at least cursory research to support their opinion. Outstanding! Very well read book. Because the author is a talkshow host, his speaking ability makes this audible book both pleasurable and informative. I have listened to Mark Davis for more than 20 years, and he is much like he was at the beginning. He has a great love for this country, is open-minded in every way; and wants every American to take part in the continuation of a dream started a little over 200 years ago. If you read this book, you will better understand the plight that we are in. In the end however, you will come away encouraged: realizing that you can be a part of our country's continued success.

The Palestine-Israeli Conflict: Bolinda Beginner Guides Audiobook

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Dan Cohn-Sherbok) — Thu, 28 Jun 2012 21:55:12 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Palestine-Israeli Conflict: Bolinda Beginner Guides Author: Dan Cohn-Sherbok, Dawoud El-Alami Narrator: Richard Aspel Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 06-28-12 Publisher: Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: The new audiobook edition of this best-selling book gives a thorough and accessible account of the history behind the Palestine-Israeli conflict, its roots, and the possibilities for the future. The audiobook is divided into two parts - the first by an American rabbi and Professor of Judaism, and the second by a Palestinian lecturer on Islam. The result is a real insight into the situation, with each author giving full vent to the emotions behind the two sides of the debate - Cohn-Sherbok and El-Amini come together at the audiobooks conclusion to debate the issues, and offer real solutions to which future peace talks may aspire. Editorial Reviews: This is an essential recording for people living in the 21st century. In this third edition of The Palestine-Israeli Conflict the authors discuss the most recent developments of the conflict, as well as the rich and nuanced history between Palestinians and Jews. The audiobook is divided into two volumes. Author Dan Cohn-Sherbok tackles the first volume, voicing the Jewish perspective; the second volume is authored by Dawoud El-Alami, who tackles the Palestinian perspective. The two scholars come together in the conclusion to argue their points and brainstorm on possible solutions for the future. Richard Aspel's narration is poignant. His voice is energetic and attuned to the severity of the issues he speaks about. Members Reviews: VG Bags and bags and bags of information from the two points of view that count, well worth delving into, it will make your head coin and your heart sink. great account of both sides very well written chronology of the Israel - Palestine conflict, a must read for anyone trying to get a first idea of this conflict

A Macat Analysis of Henry Kissinger's World Order: Reflections on the Character of Nations and

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Bryan R. Gibson) — Thu, 14 Jul 2016 20:27:21 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Macat Analysis of Henry Kissinger's World Order: Reflections on the Character of Nations and the Course of History Author: Bryan R. Gibson Narrator: Macat.com Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 47 mins Language: English Release date: 07-14-16 Publisher: Macat International Limited. Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: One of America's foremost statesmen and diplomats, Henry Kissinger originally trained as an academic with a particular interest in foreign policy. He was interested in how different countries, in different periods, in all parts of the globe have attempted to impose order on a chaotic and often violent world. Kissinger has consistently written about foreign policy for specialist and general readers alike. Published in 2014, World Order draws together his thinking on how we make sense of the world politically. Kissinger identifies four principal competing methods by which order has been and is still sought. Those four conceptions are European, Chinese, Islamic, and American. None of these has been accepted as dominant. Kissinger asks whether a new, universal world order can be developed today. And if so, should it be based on a "realistic" approach, accepting that conflict is frequently unavoidable, or a "liberalist" approach, seeking international cooperation? World Order has been widely praised for its scope and scholarship, even by Kissinger's critics.

Kill the Messengers Audiobook by Mark Bourrie

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Mark Bourrie) — Tue, 14 Apr 2015 15:22:04 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Kill the Messengers Subtitle: Stephen Harper's Assault on Your Right to Know Author: Mark Bourrie Narrator: David Skulski Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 04-14-15 Publisher: Post Hypnotic Press Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Ottawa has become a place where the nation's business is done in secret, and access to information - the lifeblood of democracy in Canada - is under attack. It's being lost to an army of lobbyists and public-relations flacks who help set the political agenda and decide what you get to know. It's losing its struggle against a prime minister and a government that continue to delegitimize the media's role in the political system. The public's right to know has been undermined by a government that effectively killed Statistics Canada, fired hundreds of scientists and statisticians, gutted Library and Archives Canada, and turned freedom of information rules into a joke. Facts, it would seem, are no longer important. In Kill the Messengers: Stephen Harper's Assault on Your Right to Know, Mark Bourrie exposes how trends have conspired to simultaneously silence the Canadian media and elect an anti-intellectual government determined to conduct business in private. Drawing evidence from multiple cases and examples, Bourrie demonstrates how budget cuts have been used to suppress the collection of facts that embarrass the government's position or undermine its ideologically based decision making. Perhaps most importantly, Bourrie gives advice on how to take back your right to be informed and to be heard. Kill the Messengers is not just a collection of evidence bemoaning the current state of the Canadian media; it is a call to arms for informed citizens to become active participants in the democratic process. It is an audiobook all Canadians are entitled to listen to - and now they'll get the chance. Members Reviews: Five Stars Informative to say th least. Hope/wish all votes would read and vote.

Brazils Dance with the Devil Audiobook by Dave Zirin

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Dave Zirin) — Tue, 21 Oct 2014 04:20:28 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Brazils Dance with the Devil Subtitle: The World Cup, the Olympics, and the Fight for Democracy Author: Dave Zirin Narrator: Alex Hyde-White Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 39 mins Language: English Release date: 10-21-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 29 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: The people of Brazil celebrated when it was announced that they were hosting the 20th World Cup (June 12-July 13, 2014), the world's most-viewed sporting tournament, and the 31st Summer Olympics (August 5-21, 2016). Now they are protesting in numbers the country hasn't seen in decades, with Brazilians taking to the streets to try to reclaim the sports they love but see being corrupted by powerful corporate interests, profiteering, and greed. In this compelling new book, relying on original reporting from the most dangerous corners of Rio to the halls of power in Washington, DC, Dave Zirin examines how sports and politics are colliding in remarkable fashion in Brazil, opening up an international conversation on the culture, economics, and politics of sports. One of "50 Visionaries Who Are Changing Our World" (Utne), Dave Zirin is a columnist for The Nation, SLAM, and SI.com. He is host of Sirius XM's popular weekly show Edge of Sports Radio and a regular guest on ESPN's Outside the Lines, Democracy Now!, and on MSNBC. His previous books include The John Carlos Story and What's My Name Fool? He lives near Washington, DC. Critic Reviews: "You have to read David Zirin to believe him, and if you read him, you will believe him." (Jack McCallum, senior writer, Sports Illustrated. "I once said Dave Zirin was the best young sportswriter in the US. I was wrong. He's simply the best." (Robert Lipsyte) "Hyde-White's voice balances the admiration and frustration that is ever present in Zirin's prose.... His prose, well articulated on its own, gains energy and emotion as delivered by Hyde-White." (AudioFile) Members Reviews: Interesting story, but the narration can be a little annoying I have been living for extended periods in Brazil for several years now, so am fascinated by the topic. Very interesting to hear about Brazilian politics, stratification of classes, etc. Unfortunately the narrator tries too much - and mostly unsuccessfully - to affect a Portuguese accent when reading quotes from Brazilians, and when pronouncing Brazilian names and words. It would have been much easier to listen to had he just stuck to his own voice and changed tones. Interesting information . Dreadful Portuguese Great concise history of Brasil and the role of "Futebol" in Brazilian society. The narrator was good, except when it came to pronouncing any Portuguese words or phrases, of which there are many. He pronounced everything as if he were reading Spanish, even changing Portuguese words into Spanish. Considering location of the story,, the narrator should have made some effort to learn at least the basics of Portuguese pronunciation

A Capitalism for the People Audiobook by Luigi Zingales

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Luigi Zingales) — Tue, 14 Aug 2012 21:56:01 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Capitalism for the People Subtitle: Recapturing the Lost Genius of American Prosperity Author: Luigi Zingales Narrator: Jonathan Davis Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 08-14-12 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 49 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Audie Award Nominee, Business and Educational, 2013 Born in Italy, University of Chicago economist Luigi Zingales witnessed firsthand the consequences of high inflation and unemployment - paired with rampant nepotism and cronyism - on a countrys economy. This experience profoundly shaped his professional interests, and in 1988 he arrived in the United States, armed with a political passion and the belief that economists should not merely interpret the world, but should change it for the better. In A Capitalism for the People, Zingales makes a forceful, philosophical, and at times personal argument that the roots of American capitalism are dying, and that the result is a drift toward the more corrupt systems found throughout Europe and much of the rest of the world. American capitalism, according to Zingales, grew in a unique incubator that provided it with a distinct flavor of competitiveness, a meritocratic nature that fostered trust in markets and a faith in mobility. Lately, however, that trust has been eroded by a betrayal of our pro-business elites, whose lobbying has come to dictate the market rather than be subject to it, and this betrayal has taken place with the complicity of our intellectual class. Because of this trend, much of the country is questioning - often with great anger - whether the system that has for so long buoyed their hopes has now betrayed them once and for all. What we are left with is either anti-market pitchfork populism or pro-business technocratic insularity. Neither of these options presents a way to preserve what the author calls the lighthouse of American capitalism. Zingales argues that the way forward is pro-market populism, a fostering of truly free and open competition for the good of the peoplenot for the good of big business. Drawing on the historical record of American populism at the turn of the twentieth century, Zingales illustrates how our current circumstances arent all that different. People in the middle and at the bottom are getting squeezed, while people at the top are only growing richer. The solutions now, as then, are reforms to economic policy that level the playing field. Reforms that may be anti-business (specifically anti-big business), but are squarely pro-market. The question is whether we can once again muster the courage to confront the powers that be. Members Reviews: Enjoyable but a tad predictable. Would you consider the audio edition of A Capitalism for the People to be better than the print version? I found Jonathan Davis's performance distracting and not in keeping with the subject matter. He sounded like a newscaster who, faced with subject matter he doesn't understand, projects extra confidence. Still, it was a minor problem. What other book might you compare A Capitalism for the People to and why? I wanted to like this book, but I found it reiterated many points and arguments which have appeared in other publications. If you follow economics and general news blogs you won't encounter much which is new. Did Jonathan Davis do a good job differentiating all the characters? How? This was non-fiction, so Davis didn't need to distinguish between different characters. Whats the most interesting tidbit youve picked up from this book? I thought Zingales explained his problems with public private partnerships quite well.

Powers and Prospects Audiobook by Noam Chomsky

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Noam Chomsky) — Tue, 28 Jul 2015 13:43:29 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Powers and Prospects Subtitle: Reflections on Human Nature and the Social Order Author: Noam Chomsky Narrator: Brian Jones Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 39 mins Language: English Release date: 07-28-15 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 12 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: From the nature of democracy to our place in the natural world, from intellectual politics to the politics of language, Powers and Prospects provides a scathing critique of orthodox views and government policy and outlines other paths that can lead to better understanding and more constructive action.

The Substance of Hope Audiobook by William Jelani Cobb

biacuaduc@gmail.com (William Jelani Cobb) — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 18:34:11 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Substance of Hope Subtitle: Barack Obama and the Paradox of Progress Author: William Jelani Cobb Narrator: Sean Crisden Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 5 mins Language: English Release date: 03-08-13 Publisher: Audible Studios for Bloomsbury Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: For acclaimed historian William Jelani Cobb, the historic election of Barack Obama to the presidency is not the most remarkable development of the 2008 election; even more so is the fact that Obama won some 90 percent of the black vote in the primaries across America despite the fact that the established black leadership since the civil rights era-men like Jesse Jackson, John Lewis, Andrew Young, who paved the way for his candidacy - all openly supported Hillary Clinton. Clearly a sea change has occurred among black voters, ironically pushing the architects of the civil rights movement toward the periphery at the moment when their political dreams were most fully realized. How this has happened, and the powerful implications it holds for America's politics and social landscape, is the focus of The Substance of Hope, a deeply insightful, paradigm-shifting examination of a new generation of voters that has not been shaped by the raw memory of Jim Crow and has a different range of imperatives. Cobb sees Obama's ascendancy as "a reality that has been taking shape in tiny increments for the past four decades," and examines thorny issues such as the paradox and contradictions embodied in race and patriotism, identity and citizenship; how the civil rights leadership became a political machine; why the term "postracial" is as iniquitous as it is inaccurate; and whether our society has really changed with Obama's election. Elegantly written and powerfully argued, The Substance of Hope challenges conventional wisdom as it offers original insight into America's future. Members Reviews: Five Stars thanks Five Stars Great Great book. Don't let this book fool you, it may be small but its packed with so much history and political commentary that you forget it is less than 200 pages. I hope Cobb writes a sequel to this book after Obama's tenure in the White House. I highly recommend this book. terrific insights but Obama'a ascendancy was Clear, rational, terrific insights but Obama'a ascendancy was, to many millions of Americans THE unmistakable national development in American political, social and historical life Pleasantly Surprised The Substance of Hope is an enlightening book on Barack Obama's campaign and election as it relates to race and politics. Through interviews and his experiences on the Obama campaign trail, William Jelani Cobb offers a candid assessment of, among other things: the events surrounding the Reverend Jeremiah Wright situation, the role of Reverend Jesse Jackson plus various black clergy and civil rights leaders, and the comparisons between Obama and FDR and Lincoln. Cobb deftly tackles the notion that the election of Barack Obama as the first African-American President signifies the end of racism and that we now live in a post-racial society. "He is a president, not an antidote." (p.174). Indeed, it is a paradox of progress.

If Democrats Had Any Brains, They'd Be Republicans Audiobook by Ann Coulter

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ann Coulter) — Tue, 02 Oct 2007 12:06:25 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: If Democrats Had Any Brains, They'd Be Republicans Author: Ann Coulter Narrator: Ann Coulter Format: Abridged Length: 3 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 10-02-07 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 235 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: So begins If Democrats Had Any Brains, They'd Be Republicans, Ann Coulter's funniest, most devastating, and, yes, most outrageous audiobook to date. Coulter has become the brightest star in the conservative firmament, thanks to her razor-sharp reasoning and biting wit. Of course, practically any time she opens her mouth, liberal elites denounce Ann, insisting that "She's gone too far!" and hopefully predicting that this time it will bring a crashing end to her career. Now you can listen to all the quotes that have so outraged her enemies and so delighted her legions of fans. More than just the definitive collection of Coulterisms, If Democrats Had Any Brains, They'd Be Republicans includes dozens of brand-new commentaries written by Coulter as well as hundreds of never-before-published quotations. This is Ann at her best, covering every topic from A to Z. If Democrats Had Any Brains, They'd Be Republicans is a must-have for anyone who loves (or loves to hate) Ann Coulter. Members Reviews: A Rerun As a faithful reader of her column online and purchaser of her previous books, I have to say I did not find really anything new in this book. I love her comments and appreciate her wit; I was just hoping for some new stuff. For those that are 'new' to Ann Coulter, this is a quick synopsis of what she is about and makes an excellent primer. Its the ABRIDGED version... That's my only beef. I happen to love Ann and her political views and look forward to each book. I was just stunned when I noticed that this was only 3 hours long, my mistake! I guess I just have to wait for the unabridged version to get the full-flavor of Ann's latest opinions. Skip this one if you've read the last 3 books This book was more of a review of Ann's last 3 books. It didn't have much new material. I got bored with it and never finished the last hour or so, as I had already heard everything in the last 3 books. The 'dings' and random quotes were annoying and difficult to follow out of context. I like Ann, don't get me wrong, but I could have used my credit for something more interesting and new. Great book Great book!! Just one thing Mitt Romney is a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Ladder Day Saints. A very good Christian. Whenever I'm Down and Need a Good Laugh . . . I am probably one of the few people who will admit that they adore Ann Coulter. She's what I call, one helluva ballsy woman. I love her sarcastic and biting wit, her intelligence and her insight to what makes the left tick or at least, what ticks the left off! Whenever I'm Down and Need a Good Laugh, this is the book I listen too. She has definitely "gone too far" with this one but then again, I just can't wait for her to go to far in the next one. She is one of the very few female, political pundits that I will take the time to listen to. This book is NOT recommended for Democrats, Communists, Leftists or left over hippies - it may hurt your feelings. But for the rest of us, it's funnier than hell! Highly recommended.

Deliver Us From Evil Audiobook by Sean Hannity

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Sean Hannity) — Fri, 30 Apr 2004 02:57:37 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Deliver Us From Evil Subtitle: Defeating Terrorism, Despotism, and Liberalism Author: Sean Hannity Narrator: Sean Hannity Format: Abridged Length: 4 hrs and 33 mins Language: English Release date: 04-30-04 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 295 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: "Evil exists," Hannity believes. "It is real, and it means to harm us." Tracing a direct line from Adolf Hitler and Joseph Stalin through Saddam Hussein and Osama bin Laden, he reminds us of the courage and moral clarity of our great leaders. And he reveals how the disgraceful history of appeasement has reached forward from the days of Neville Chamberlain and Jimmy Carter to corrupt the unrepentant leftists of the modern Democratic Party, from Howard Dean and John Kerry to Bill and Hillary Clinton. Hannity's first blockbuster book, the New York Times best seller Let Freedom Ring, cemented his place as the freshest and most compelling conservative voice in the country. As host of the phenomenally successful Hannity & Colmes and The Sean Hannity Show, Hannity has won a wildly devoted fan base. Now he brings his plainspoken, take-no-prisoners style to the continuing War on Terror abroad, and liberalism at home, in Deliver Us from Evil. Members Reviews: Fair and Balanced Just the facts. Sean just lays out the facts in this book. There is suprisingly (for Sean Hannity) very little editorializing in this book. Sean builds a foundation of indesputable facts to show the connection between the religious left and certain leaders in the Democratic Party. It is obvious from many of the other review that they have never even scanned the book, let alone read it. Deliver Us From Evil is loaded with historical fact with a smattering of Sean's opinion. Deliver Us From Evil This is a fine book and the only thing that would make it better would be to listen to it unabridged. Hannity has his finger on the pulse of what is happening in our world today. Very entertaining. Change of mind I have always been an open minded liberal in both fiscal and political areas. Sean has opened my eyes. As a liberal, I always felt there was something dishonest about liberal causes but knew they were the best approach for the underdog. Sean opened my eyes to the fact that liberalism creates the underdog with evil deeds done in the name of charity and peace. Well done Sean! One's Political slant is obvious from the reviews. In this book, Mr. Hannity makes a good case for many of the root causes for many of the problems facing both our Nation and our Society. Those who are willingly blind to them, or are participants in them will hate and villify this book. The book is cogent and carefully footnoted. From some of the reviews I can only conclude that the truth apparently does hurt. Just released criticisms Maybe the book has been out for a while but Audible just adds it to it's roster and there are already 50 reviews for this book? The average rating is 2.5 stars which probably means an even split between the extremists. This kind of soap boxing really makes (for political books anyway) the review section totally worthless.

Slander Audiobook by Ann Coulter

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ann Coulter) — Fri, 06 Sep 2002 15:37:29 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Slander Subtitle: Liberal Lies About the American Right Author: Ann Coulter Narrator: Ann Coulter Format: Abridged Length: 6 hrs Language: English Release date: 09-06-02 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 409 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: At the risk of giving away the ending: It's all liberals' fault. Cultlike in their behavior, vicious in their attacks on Republicans, and in almost complete control of mainstream national media, the left has been merciless in portraying all conservatives as dumb, racist, power hungry, homophobic, and downright scary. This despite the many Republican accomplishments of the last few decades, as well as the Bush administration's expert handling of the country's affairs in the wake of the worst attacks on American soil and of the war that followed. With incisive reasoning and meticulous research, Ann Coulter examines the events and personalities that have shaped modern political discourse. She demonstrates how the media, especially, are biased - and usually wrongheaded - and have done all in their power to obfuscate the issues and the people behind them, bending over backward to villainize and belittle the right, while rarely missing an opportunity to praise the left. Refreshingly honest and unerringly timely, Slander continues where Bernard Goldberg's number one best selling Bias left off. Listen to Critic Reviews: "Ann Coulter is a pundit extraordinaire." (Rush Limbaugh) "The conservative movement has found its diva." (Bill Maher) Members Reviews: Incredible how lefties just won't accept the truth I am actually aghast at the fact that those who have negatively reviewed this tome have failed to see what she is talking about. The author provides clear, concise examples of overt bias in the media from the enablers, cheerleaders, and mouthpieces of the left, and backs up every claim she makes with some hard, verifiable evidence. Perhaps a well-reasoned response to these books, Treason and Slander, would be beneficial if someone feels that they could respond with a defensible position. However, I think that would be extremely difficult (read: impossible) because it extremely difficult to refute the evidence in this book. Most damning is the Alger Hiss information, in my opinion. Incredible the lengths that some would go to in order to protect their poster-child. One response to a negative review that I had read before purchasing these books (Slander & Treason; bought them together) about the author's use of Lexus-Nexus searches as evidence. It is necessary to use that when the topic you are researching is the media. Since one of the points of these books is that a blatant, left-leaning bias exists in the media and that it enables the Democrat party, she had to use examples from the media. One cannot write with research from Harvard and Yale regarding the media in this case because no supporting viewpoint could be published from such a place. My review stands as a stellar performance in both books. I recommend them together; what a pair! Liberals Should Listen to the Book Being in the camp that voted for Gore in 2000, listening to Slander is difficult. I have listened to the media and allowed them to shape if not invent my opinions about Gore and Bush, as well as, to a larger degree, Democrats and Republicans. I really didn't have any other view of Gore or Bush prior to listening to Slander. I am not a NY liberal, a group that Ann Coulter repeatedly attacks in this book, along with anything having to do with the NY Times.

Die Herrschaftsformel Hörbuch von Kai Schlieter

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Kai Schlieter) — Thu, 01 Oct 2015 04:16:39 GMT

Hören Sie sich dieses volle Hörbuch kostenlos bei https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> Titel: Die Herrschaftsformel Untertitel: Wie Künstliche Intelligenzen uns berechnen, steuern und unser Leben verändern Autor:: Kai Schlieter Erzähler: Markus Böker Format: Unabridged Spieldauer: 9 hrs and 3 mins Sprache: Deutsch Veröffentlichungsdatum: 10-01-15 Herausgeber: ABOD Verlag Bewertung: 4 von 5 von 1 Stimmen Kategorien: Nonfiction, Politics Zusammenfassung des Herausgebers: "Künstliche Intelligenz ist die größte Gefahr für die Menschheit." - Stephen Hawking. Mit der gegenwärtigen technologischen Revolution ist der Traum einer umfassenden Möglichkeit der Steuerung der Gesellschaft wahr geworden. Kai Schlieter zeigt, wie Politik und Wirtschaft "Big Data" für ihre Zwecke einsetzt, wie wir alle manipuliert werden und warum sich dem niemand entziehen kann. Überall hinterlassen Menschen Datenspuren und werden von immer mehr Playern dazu angehalten, immer mehr Daten preiszugeben. Immer neuere Sensoren messen nahezu jede Lebensäußerung in Echtzeit. Intelligente Algorithmen machen aus Datenuniversen das unbewusste Handeln der Menschen für die Inhaber der Algorithmen sichtbar. Ihnen erwächst damit eine ungekannte Macht. Das Menschenbild wird zunehmend durch Statistik und Vorhersage bestimmt. Und das verändert die Politik. Längst nutzen Politiker die Erkenntnisse für neue Formen des Regierens: Die Steuerung der Bevölkerung könnte künftig weniger über Gesetze und politische Überzeugungsarbeit ablaufen, als über "algorithmische Regulation". ©2015 Westend Verlag (P)2015 ABOD Verlag

Unwarranted Audiobook by Barry Friedman

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Barry Friedman) — Tue, 21 Feb 2017 00:28:57 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Unwarranted Subtitle: Policing Without Permission Author: Barry Friedman Narrator: Sean Pratt Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 57 mins Language: English Release date: 02-21-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 11 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: In June 2013, documents leaked by Edward Snowden sparked widespread debate about secret government surveillance of Americans. Just over a year later, the shooting of Michael Brown, a black teenager in Ferguson, Missouri, set off protests and triggered concern about militarization and discriminatory policing. In Unwarranted, Barry Friedman argues that these two seemingly disparate events are connected - and that the problem is not so much the policing agencies as it is the rest of us. We allow these agencies to operate in secret and to decide how to police us rather than calling the shots ourselves. The courts have let us down entirely. Unwarranted is filled with stories of ordinary people whose lives were sundered by policing gone awry. Driven by technology, policing has changed dramatically from cops seeking out bad guys to mass surveillance of all of society - backed by an increasingly militarized capability. Friedman captures this new eerie environment in which CCTV, location tracking, and predictive policing has made us all suspects while proliferating SWAT teams and increased use of force puts everyone at risk. Members Reviews: Insightful book Very good book articulating the argument police should be brought under greater political control. Open my eyes to the failure of courts to protect me from the police. I only wish the book was connected with program I could get involved in to strive for the reform the author advocates.

How America Was Lost Audiobook by Paul Craig Roberts

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Paul Craig Roberts) — Mon, 05 Dec 2016 06:00:28 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: How America Was Lost Subtitle: From 9/11 to the Police/Warfare State Author: Paul Craig Roberts Narrator: Bob Brown Format: Unabridged Length: 17 hrs and 54 mins Language: English Release date: 12-05-16 Publisher: ListenUp Audiobooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Even as the view of America as a rogue state consolidates abroad, Americans appear largely bystanders at the spectacle of their government running amok. People forget the myriad instances of their government's flouting of the Constitution and international legal norms - if ever they were aware of them in the first place - accepting to live in the increasingly pernicious "new normal" with little protest. This remarkable anthology of columns documents and reminds us of the extraordinary developments that, in their accumulation, have led to the destruction of accountable and moral government in the US. Few American commentators have cut more clearly through the deepening deceit, hypocrisy and outright criminality that has infested official Washington since 9/11 than Paul Craig Roberts. His scathing critique sheds much-needed light on the country's impending nightmare: economic collapse, internal repression, ongoing wars, and rising rejection by friends and foes alike. America's fate was sealed when the public and the anti-war movement bought the government's 9/11 conspiracy theory. This defining event of our time, which has launched the US on interminable wars of aggression and a domestic police state, is a taboo topic for investigation in the media. Trillion dollar wars have created financing problems for Washington's deficits, threatening the dollar's role as world reserve currency, and putting Social Security and Medicare on the chopping block. These protections are called "entitlements" as if they are some sort of welfare that people have not paid for in payroll taxes all their working lives. With over 21 per cent unemployment, with American jobs, GDP, and technology having been given to China and India, with war being Washington's greatest commitment, with the dollar over-burdened with debt, with civil liberty sacrificed to the bogus war on terror, the liberty and prosperity of the American people have been thrown into the trash bin of history. Members Reviews: How America lost its soul âToday no American is safe from his own governmentâ, writes Paul Craig Roberts in his introduction to his new book on âHow America was Lostâ. To anticipate the essence of the book: The greatest threat to the freedom of the American people comes from their own government and not from an imaginary terrorist threat. This alarmist rhetoric serves as a pretext for Americaâs wars of aggression. In his anthology, Roberts provides convincing arguments that the U. S. has become a rogue state. According to him, âAmericaâs fate was sealed when the public and the anti-war movement bought the governmentâs 9/11 conspiracy theory. The governmentâs account of 9/11 is contradicted by much evidence. Nevertheless, this defining event of our time, which has launched the US on interminable wars of aggression and a domestic police state, is a taboo topic for investigation in the media.â Without the willful collaboration not only of the U. S. media but also by its international outlets the fabricated 9/11 narrative could have never become so widely believed, despite its obvious flaws and innumerable contradictions.

Power to the People Audiobook by Laura Ingraham

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Laura Ingraham) — Wed, 17 Oct 2007 23:46:09 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Power to the People Author: Laura Ingraham Narrator: Laura Ingraham Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 10-17-07 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 147 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Top-rated radio personality Laura Ingraham is fed up with cultural elites on both coasts telling us how to run our lives. The American people are fed up with moral relativism, politicized education, open borders, fiscal excess, and a feckless foreign policy - to name a few issues. In this new audiobook, Ingraham calls on her millions of fans from red-state America to send a loud and clear message to the liberal elites: "You're fired! It's our turn to run our lives again." ©2007 Laura Ingraham; (P)2007 Recorded Books LLC Critic Reviews: "Ingraham's commentary on the lack of education in our schools and the 'pornification' of the culture contain her most sound, articulate arguments (bolstered by a wealth of statistics)....fans of her strident radio show should be pleased to find more of the same here." (Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: POWER This book is very well written and read. Laura Ingraham puts fourth many very good ideas that each of us can participate in to make this country a better place for all. I highly recommend this book to anyone who cares about the ever-quickening degradation of our society. Well Said Ms. Ingram has said what many of us conservatives feel. In particular I enjoyed the last part of the book wherein she speaks on having faith and openly displaying that faith. As meaningful today as it was when written Laura does a masterful job combining fact, logic and history with compelling stories with actual events as evidence of where we were and how to regain the power of the people. The last chapter was emotional for anyone who is really listening with a goal of obtaining knowledge and spiritual strength. Thank you to the author for narrating the book so we could hear her writing in the spirit it was written. She articulates the struggle of U.S. Christians This is a great book that gives an alternative view from a genuine American citizen standing up to what has become a bureaucratic monster through political and various other institutions including the media. She has the heart of David facing Goliath. Her talk of her own faith is moving, rich and inspiring. Power to the People - Via the Grace of God What did you love best about Power to the People? An enjoyable, informative perspective about America and how it is changing within our lifetime. Laura Ingraham is a Conservative Christian who views the changes as red flags in the areas of family and faith. Power to the People also warns her audience about the loss of people's power that trends toward a loss of liberty, the quality that defines America. Laura's strong Christian faith is evident as she tells about its emergence during trying times in her life, the death of her mother and Laura's bout with cancer.

The Terrorist Next Door Audiobook by Erick Stakelbeck

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Erick Stakelbeck) — Fri, 06 May 2011 03:20:03 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Terrorist Next Door Subtitle: How the Government Is Deceiving You about the Islamist Threat Author: Erick Stakelbeck Narrator: Tom Weiner Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 05-06-11 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 50 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Al-Qaeda doesnt care about Hope and Change. The threat of terrorism in America, the Obama administration assures us, is contained and controlled. Attempted attacks like the Times Square bombing, the underwear bombing on a flight over Detroit, and the attack on a Christmas-tree lighting ceremony in Oregon were all isolated plots that failed. In the words of Homeland Security secretary Janet Napolitano, The system worked. Dont believe it. In The Terrorist Next Door, investigative reporter Erick Stakelbeck exposes the staggering truth about our national security: the Obama administration is concealing and whitewashing the enormous terrorist threat growing right here within Americas borders. If you believe terrorism is only a problem for other countries, Stakelbecks on-the-ground reporting will open your eyes. He has been inside Americas radical mosques, visited US-based Islamic enclaves, and learned about our enemies by going straight to the sourceinterviewing al-Qaeda-linked terrorists themselves. In this shocking book, Stakelbeck reveals: How Islamic radicals have established separatist compounds and even jihadist training camps throughout rural America; that an overt disciple of Irans Ayatollah Khomeini now leads one of the largest mosques in America; how mega-mosques arent just planned for Ground Zerotheyre being built in the heart of the Bible Belt as part of a plan for Islamic domination; what a former US covert agent inside the Iranian regime says about Irans program to recruit Americans into terror groups; and how the Obama administrations beguiling counter-terrorism policies are increasing the threat of another 9/11. The Terrorist Next Door sounds the alarm on a growing threat to every Americanone that the US government refuses to face honestly or even to name. As we struggle against a relentless and adaptable Islamist enemy that is committed to destroying our nation, we cant say we werent warned. Critic Reviews: A very important book for every American at a critical time in our history. (Lieutenant General William G. Jerry Boykin [Ret.], former deputy undersecretary of defense for intelligence) Members Reviews: The Terrorist Next Door: How the Government Is Dec After spending many years in the middle east, I find this book to be extremely accurate. Relative to the actions of our government, the information in this book was also very accurate as far as I could tell. Fantastic book, a good wake up call for Americans i would give this book 5 stars if it had a bit less of the religious zealotry, but being as how the author works for CBN I expected such. Otherwise, definitely a great read for anyone interested in the topic of Intelligence in the Middle East. Worth listening to. Like other books in this genre (Robert Spencer, Brigitte Gabriel, etc.), this one is packed full of useful and solid information by a politically conservative journalist; one who travels widely. The narrator, Tom Weiner, is superb. For me, this book breaks some new ground. Stakelbeck, to his credit, is an unapologetic Christian Zionist, as was his father. I wish Audible would offer more books on this topic (the Middle East, Islam, national security, Israel, etc.) by authors who are not apologists for Islam, though I do read (listen to) some of these as well.

America the Strong Audiobook by William J. Bennett, John T. E. Cribb

biacuaduc@gmail.com (William J. Bennett) — Tue, 29 Sep 2015 21:25:13 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: America the Strong Subtitle: Conservative Ideas to Spark the Next Generation Author: William J. Bennett, John T. E. Cribb Narrator: John McLain Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 21 mins Language: English Release date: 09-29-15 Publisher: Oasis Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 17 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: What is FLINT? It's what makes America strong. We live in a culture that often dismisses and ridicules conservative values. By the time liberal professors, the news media, and Hollywood get through with them, many young Americans are convinced "conservative" means extremist and intolerant. It's a distortion that endangers America's future. Bill Bennett and coauthor John Cribb explain what conservatism really means using five fundamental principles summarized by the word FLINT: America the Strong shows the next generation how these principles have made the United States a great nation and why they are worth preserving. It answers more than 100 questions, from "Do conservatives hate the government?" to "What's wrong with having an open border?" to "Why can't rich people pay all the taxes?" Members Reviews: Very Good I liked this book. It serves as a good basis on conservatism and conservative thinking. Recommend. Well Written and to the Point I thoroughly enjoyed this straight forward approach to modern conservatism. This book is a good read for anyone who intends to understand the main points of what conservatism means and that's it's not an old persons approach to politics but rather a carefully crafted and deliberate approach to issues of the current age and beyond.

The War on Drugs Is a War on Freedom Audiobook by Laurence M. Vance

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Laurence M. Vance) — Thu, 14 Nov 2013 06:00:31 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The War on Drugs Is a War on Freedom Author: Laurence M. Vance Narrator: Clifton Hall Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 11-14-13 Publisher: Listen and Think Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: A collection of 19 essays on the constitutional, moral, philosophical, and practical aspects of the U.S. government's failed War on Drugs. For Vance, the fundamental issue in drug regulation is individual rights. He does not at all deny that these drugs can cause great harm; but the issue of regulation is not to be settled by balancing the benefits and harms of open access to drugs against the benefits and harms of their regulation or prohibition. Vance, it is apparent, has launched a remarkable war of his own, conducted with superb generalship, against the drug war; and one of the arguments in his campaign strikes me as an especially effective one. The harms of tobacco and alcohol vastly exceed the ill effects of dangerous drugs, yet there is no call to ban them. Prohibition is recognized by nearly everyone as a failure, not to be repeated. If this is so, how can one justify banning less dangerous substances? Vance writes from a viewpoint that will surprise many readers. Members Reviews: very thought provoking Dr. Vance material is always in depth and thought provoking. I enjoy all of his written material.

Cuckservative: How "Conservatives" Betrayed America Audiobook by Vox Day, John Red Eagle

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Vox Day) — Wed, 30 Dec 2015 19:02:45 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Cuckservative: How "Conservatives" Betrayed America Author: Vox Day, John Red Eagle Narrator: Thomas Landon Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 44 mins Language: English Release date: 12-30-15 Publisher: Castalia House Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 126 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Fifty years ago, America was lied to and betrayed by its leaders. With virtually no debate, Congress passed the most radical change to immigration law in American history. Since 1965, America has endured the biggest mass migration of people in human history, twice the size of the great wave of immigration into the USA between 1870 and 1930. As a result, Americans are being displaced in their own land by an ongoing invasion that dwarfs Operation Barbarossa, is two orders of magnitude larger than the Mongol hordes, and is 1,000 times larger than the First Crusade. America's so-called conservative leaders and the conservative media have joined forces with liberal internationalists in openly celebrating this massive invasion, relying on bad theology, outdated economics, and historical myths to falsely claim that immigration is a moral imperative, an economic necessity, and in the national interest. Cuckservative: How "Conservatives" Betrayed America is a powerful defense of America's right to exist as a nation by two Native American authors, as well as a damning indictment of a conservatism that has failed to conserve America's culture and traditions. This powerful and remorseless audiobook addresses the myth of the Melting Pot, proves that mass immigration is a net negative for the US economy, and exposes the anti-Christian ideology behind the Christian establishment's support for multiculturalism and open borders. It even shows how 50 years of immigration have lowered America's average IQ. The authors pull no punches in conclusively demonstrating that it is not right, it is not moral, it is not economically beneficial, and it is not constitutional to betray America's posterity. In Cuckservative, John Red Eagle and Vox Day warn Americans that if they do not defend their culture, their posterity, and their nation, they will eventually find themselves on their own Trail of Tears. Members Reviews: Even if they are half right, the news is bad. This book has the same effect as a crisp wind in early fall that chills you to your bones. It reminds you of the truth of winter, and winter is coming for America. A vulgar name, and a dark message. This book gives a well researched and strong argument detailing why immigration is the issue that could destroy the western world and how many conservatives let it happen. Compelling argument, well supported by hard facts Before reading, I thought "cuckservative" a crude neologism, now I accept it as legitimate usage. America the Melting Pot? What made the experience of listening to Cuckservative: How "Conservatives" Betrayed America the most enjoyable? I enjoy books that challenge my thoughts and expand my knowledge. This book has challenged my long held assumptions of diversity and multiculturalism in the United States. What made this book completely relevant was that I was listening to it just as National Review came out against Donald Trump. An enlightening coincidence. What was one of the most memorable moments of Cuckservative: How "Conservatives" Betrayed America? The history of the United States is a 'melting pot' idea.

Six Amendments Audiobook by John Paul Stevens

biacuaduc@gmail.com (John Paul Stevens) — Tue, 22 Apr 2014 10:45:51 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Six Amendments Subtitle: How and Why We Should Change the Constitution Author: John Paul Stevens Narrator: Daniel Hagen Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 04-22-14 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 89 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: For the first time ever, a retired Supreme Court Justice offers a manifesto on how the Constitution needs to change. By the time of his retirement in June 2010, John Paul Stevens had become the second-longest-serving Justice in the history of the Supreme Court. Now he draws upon his more than three decades on the Court, during which he was involved with many of the defining decisions of the modern era, to offer a book like none other. Six Amendments is an absolutely unprecedented call to arms, detailing six specific ways in which the Constitution should be amended in order to protect our democracy and the safety and wellbeing of American citizens. Written with the same precision and elegance that made Stevens's own Court opinions legendary for their clarity as well as logic, Six Amendments is a remarkable work, both because of its unprecedented nature and, in an age of partisan ferocity, its inarguable common sense. Members Reviews: For lawyers, law students and historians only. What did you love best about Six Amendments? Cut, dried, and to the point. Who was your favorite character and why? The author, J. Stevens. Have you listened to any of Daniel Hagens other performances before? How does this one compare? This is my first one. His narration was fine. Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? No. Any additional comments? For lawyers, law students and historians only. Anyone else will be bored to tears even though the book is relatively brief. Makes a Strong Case I enjoyed the book, but believe that I might have been able to follow it better in written rather than audio format. I found the book to be well reasoned and well researched. I benefitted from having some understanding of Constitutional Law. Perhaps I am prejudiced since I usually agreed with Judge Stevens when he was on the bench.

The Communist Audiobook by Paul Kengor

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Paul Kengor) — Mon, 20 Aug 2012 08:51:30 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Communist Subtitle: Frank Marshall Davis: The Untold Story of Barack Obama's Mentor Author: Paul Kengor Narrator: Pete Larkin Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 08-20-12 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 32 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: In his memoir, Barack Obama omits the full name of his mentor, simply calling him "Frank." Now, the truth is out: Never has a figure as deeply troubling and controversial as Frank Marshall Davis had such an impact on the development of an American president. Although other radical influences on Obama - from Jeremiah Wright to Bill Ayers-have been scrutinized, the public knows little about Davis, a card-carrying member of the Communist Party USA, cited by the Associated Press as an "important influence" on Obama, one whom he "looked to" not merely for "advice on living" but as a "father" figure. While the Left has willingly dismissed Davis (with good reason), here are the indisputable, eye-opening facts: Frank Marshall Davis was a pro-Soviet, proRed China communist. His Communist Party USA card number, revealed in FBI files, was CP number 47544. He was a prototype of the loyal Soviet patriot, so radical that the FBI placed him on the federal government's Security Index. In the early 1950s, Davis opposed U.S. attempts to slow Stalin and Mao. He favored Red Army takeovers of Central and Eastern Europe, and communist control in Korea and Vietnam. Dutifully serving the cause, he edited and wrote for communist newspapers in both Chicago and Honolulu, courting contributors who were Soviet agents. In the 1970s, amid this dangerous political theater, Frank Marshall Davis came into Barack Obama's life.Aided by access to explosive declassified FBI files, Soviet archives, and Davis's original newspaper columns, Paul Kengor explores how Obama sought out Davis and how Davis found in Obama an impressionable young man, one susceptible to Davis's worldview that opposed American policy and traditional values while praising communist regimes. Kengor sees remnants of this worldview in Obama's early life and even, ultimately, his presidency. Kengor charts with definitive accuracy the progression of Davis's communist ideas from Chicago to Hawaii. He explores how certain elements of the Obama administration's agenda reflect Davis's columns advocating wealth redistribution, government stimulus for "public works projects," taxpayer-funding of universal health care, and nationalizing General Motors. Davis's writings excoriated the "tentacles of big business," blasted Wall Street and "greedy" millionaires, lambasted GOP tax cuts that "spare the rich," attacked "excess profits" and oil companies, and perceived the Catholic Church as an obstacle to his vision for the state-all the while echoing Davis's often repeated mantra for transformational and fundamental "change."And yet, The Communist is not unsympathetic to Davis, revealing him as something of a victim, an African American who suffered devastating racial persecution in the Jim Crow era, steering this justly angered young man on a misguided political track. That Davis supported violent and heartless communist regimes over his own country is impossible to defend. That he was a source of inspiration to President Barack Obama is impossible to ignore. Is Obama working to fulfill the dreams of Frank Marshall Davis? That question has been impossible to answer, since Davis's writings and relationship with Obama have either been deliberately obscured or dismissed as irrelevant.

The REAL Benghazi Story Audiobook by Aaron Klein

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Aaron Klein) — Tue, 09 Sep 2014 23:26:14 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The REAL Benghazi Story Subtitle: What the White House and Hillary Don't Want You to Know Author: Aaron Klein Narrator: Sean Runnette Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 5 mins Language: English Release date: 09-09-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 45 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Bigger than Watergate! Bigger than Iran-Contra! Ten times bigger than both, said one representative. The Bengahzi scandal may have been covered up by the White House, but the truth is about to come out. The Real Benghazi Story is a groundbreaking investigative work that finally exposes some of the most significant issues related to the murderous September 11, 2012, attack - information with current national security implications. Investigative journalist and New York Times best-selling author Aaron Klein provides the answers many have longed for from the secretive activities transpiring inside the doomed facility to shocking new details about the withholding of critical protection at the U.S. special mission. Learn about what really happened to Ambassador Chris Stevens that fated night, the central role Hillary Clinton actually played in the scandal, and more! Also answered for the first time is why the State Department hired armed members of the al-Qaeda-linked February 17 Martyrs Brigade to protect the facility. New reasons are revealed for not sending air support or Special Forces during the assault, while extensively probing not only jihadist groups but also possible state actors behind the attack. These are just some of the new details to be revealed in this game-changing book. Members Reviews: Four Stars Perhaps the truth about what happened. Sounds more real world than the govt's positions. xxxxxxxxxxxx Five Stars Great book! The book "13 Hours" is a better read on this issue While I do agree with the basic premise of the book, namely Clinton left the Americans to fend for themselves and lied afterwards to cover up her failure, the author seems to have another agenda and beats things to death. The book "13 Hours" is a better read on this issue, since it is non-political and an account of what happened by the contractors that survived the Benghazi attacks. Five Stars Informative. Five Stars Outstanding

Rise of ISIS Audiobook by Jay Sekulow

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jay Sekulow) — Tue, 30 Sep 2014 17:21:47 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Rise of ISIS Subtitle: A Threat We Can't Ignore Author: Jay Sekulow Narrator: Jay Sekulow Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 16 mins Language: English Release date: 09-30-14 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 106 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Jay Sekulow, one of Americas most influential attorneys, closely examines the rise of the terrorist groups ISIS and Hamas, explains their objectives and capabilities and how, if left undefeated, their existence could unleash a genocide of historic proportions. Recently, the world has been shaken by gruesome photos and videos that have introduced us to the now infamous terrorist group known as ISIS. The worlds wealthiest and most powerful jihadists, ISIS originated within Al Qaeda with the goal of creating an Islamic state across Iraq and Syria and unrelenting jihad on Christians. Separate from ISIS, the terrorist group Hamas has waged an equally brutal war against Israel. Both groups, if left undefeated, have the potential to unleash a catastrophic genocide. Rise of ISIS gives a better understanding of the modern face of terror, and provides an overview of the laws of war and war crimes. These laws differentiate between the guilty and innocent, and explain why the US military and the Israeli Defense Forces are often limited in their defensive measures. The authors firsthand experience, including multiple appearances before the Office of the Prosecutor, International Criminal Court at The Hague, along with direct contact battling jihadists during operation Iraqi Freedom lends insight into this important geopolitical issue. A must-have for anyone who wants to better understand the conflict that exists in the middle east, this well-researched and fully annotated volume is invaluable in revealing how this new brand of terrorism poses a very real threat to Americans and the world at large. It also serves as a guide to what we as individuals - and as a nation - can do to stop this escalating violence, prevent jihad, and protect Israel and America from this imminent threat. Includes an exclusive track from the Jay Sekulow Band, "Where I Stand," a moving tribute to the persecuted Christians in Iraq. Members Reviews: Great read. The author talked more about Hamas than ISIS, but it was a great read nonetheless. Good view on ISIS and Hamas This book is highly.educational on areas terrorism and Islam: the rise of ISIS and the terrorist activities of Hamas. Good book to listen to on the road. Only about half about ISIS While this book was ok, it was at least 50 to 60% about Israel's struggle against Hamas and Palestine and a scornful diatribe against the United States' failure to intervene more for Israel, instead of being solely about history and future of ISIS as the title implies. This is a Polemic, not scholarship and not journalsm What would have made Rise of ISIS better? If the material related to the title. What could Jay Sekulow have done to make this a more enjoyable book for you? Be up-front that he is writing a pro-Isreal, anti-UN, right-of-center polemic about the evils of militant fundamentalist Islam in Iraq and the Levant. I'm sure there are people who would buy. Don't sucker me in with a title like "The Rise of Isis," steal my money with such false-advertising, and then subject me to a 3 hour rant of which 2 hours deals EXCLUSIVELY with the evils of HAMAS and the injustice inflicted on Isreal by the leftist global conspiracy. What didnt you like about Jay Sekulows performance? The fact is, my political inclinations are not fundamentally divergent from Jay and his institute.

Exceptional Audiobook by Dick Cheney, Liz Cheney

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Dick Cheney) — Tue, 01 Sep 2015 16:49:28 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Exceptional Subtitle: Why the World Needs A Powerful America Author: Dick Cheney, Liz Cheney Narrator: Liz Cheney, Dick Cheney Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 54 mins Language: English Release date: 09-01-15 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 204 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: A new book by former vice president and number-one New York Times best-selling author Dick Cheney and Liz Cheney. Members Reviews: A history from WW II until the present I was very impressed by this book. It first talks about the courage people had to stand up to the tyrants of WW II. It talked about why we could not be isolationist and had too help England because it was not being short sighted. Then it explained was each of the Presidents did during the Cold War and why it was significant. Then it talked about post Cold War and the new threat we had to face with the various terroir eat group. Next it went into all the things Obama is doing to destroy America. By the end of this book you think that he should be prosecuted for treason. At least that is what I thought. The last part is about what the next president has to do to fix it and u can tell you it is a lot. I really thought it was an enjoyable and would highly recommend it to find out was is really going ion in this country. Every American should read this book. What did you love best about Exceptional? It is a clear eyed and sober assessment of current national security and foreign relations policy. What other book might you compare Exceptional to and why? Thomas Sowell's Practical Economics. it has the same fact based, logical and consistent approach to the issues it addresses. What about Liz Cheney and Dick Cheney s performance did you like? It was low key, which helped to minimize what could otherwise have been a partisan tone. Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? The summary by Vice President Cheney. A BOOK OF COMMON SENSE Another home run by the Vice President, aptly aided by his daughter. Let's hope the next President follows the recommendations. Honest, Concise Narrative That Justifies Exception Loved it. Almost all content I had heard at one time or another, but what a great summary that reveals the timeline, the context. Great Historical book with facts and great ideas! Strongly recommend this book for a family history source with great recommendations for America 's future actions un our complex ever changing world. Thanks

When We Were the Kennedys Audiobook by Monica Wood

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Monica Wood) — Wed, 13 Nov 2013 05:39:08 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: When We Were the Kennedys Subtitle: A Memoir from Mexico, Maine Author: Monica Wood Narrator: Monica Wood Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 21 mins Language: English Release date: 11-13-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 73 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: 1963, Mexico, Maine. The Wood family is much like its close, Catholic, immigrant neighbors, all dependent on a father's wages from the Oxford Paper Company. Until the sudden death of Dad, when Mum and the four closely connected Wood girls are set adrift. Funny and to-the-bone moving, When We Were the Kennedys is the story of how this family saves itself, at first by depending on Father Bob, Mum's youngest brother, a charismatic Catholic priest who feels his new responsibilities deeply. And then, as the nation is shocked by the loss of its handsome Catholic president, the televised grace of Jackie Kennedy - she too a Catholic widow with young children - galvanizes Mum to set off on an unprecedented family road trip to Washington, D.C., to do some rescuing of her own. An indelible story of how family and nation, each shocked by the unimaginable, exchange one identity for another. Critic Reviews: "The immediacy of Wood's storytelling is reflected in her open and candid narration.... Her narration is warm with these remembrances, and she occasionally slips into an appropriately Maine accent when quoting family members." (AudioFile) Members Reviews: Cried and laughed. Beautiful, beautiful book!!! Monica reads her own memoir in a way that evokes empathy in her listeners. "Memory Lane", at least for some of us I definitely liked this book and it is definitely worth reading. Its topic is the death of a loved one, seen particularly through the eyes of a young child. Monica, the author, speaks of her father's death when she was nine years old in 1963, the same year Kennedy was assassinated. How did that death impact her own life, her siblings', her mother's and her uncles? You follow first the days, then the seven months and finally the two years without Dad the "Dad-less days". This is touching, but never maudlin. The author also makes you laugh. I liked very much following this good, religious family of Catholics. Few books talk about GOOD, upright families with high morals. Definitely refreshing. That is not to say they were faultless. Some of the adults certainly pulled whoppers, but these were good if ordinary people. This book will also take you back to "Memory Lane" - the 1960s, the death of Kennedy and life in a small, American town, in this case Mexico. Yes, this IS a small town in Maine near the border to Canada. I didn't realize how many in the area spoke and breathed French. This is the town of Oxford Paper, that shiny, smooth, glossy paper we all recognize from National Geographics. Do you remember the song Big Girls Don't Cry, the TV show Mr. Ed, the Talking Horse, the school game Red Rover, pedal-pushers and tootsie rolls and....it will all come back when you read this book. To at least some of us. The author narrates her own book. She does it well. She delightfully sings the lyrics of those songs, the oldies we remember so well. This book is true to life and serious and fun too. Pick it up. Read it. Mexico, Maine My mom lived all but a few years of her life in Mexico. And, I as a Mexico girl for the great part of my life, I was delighted to hear familiar sir names, the Oxford (and all its aliases), street named that I could to this day geographly pinpoint. Stores that have disappeared and those that still hang in there, and my favorite swimming spot...Roxbury Pond.

Blasphemy Audiobook by Alan Dershowitz

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Alan Dershowitz) — Tue, 22 Dec 2009 15:29:54 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Blasphemy Subtitle: How the Religious Right is Hijacking the Declaration of Independence Author: Alan Dershowitz Narrator: Knighton Bliss Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 12-22-09 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 16 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: In Blasphemy: How the Religious Right is Hijacking the Declaration of Independence, author Alan Dershowitz proves that no relation exists between the Declaration of Independences Creator and Natures God, on the one hand, and the Judeo-Christian God of the Old and New Testaments, on the other hand. Learn about the religious rights goal to Christianize America by using the Declaration of Independence and arguing that this document proves that the United States was founded on Biblical law. Understand everything from the argument to the documentation that Dershowitz uses to disprove this historical distortion. ©2007 Alan Dershowitz; (P)2009 Audible, Inc. Members Reviews: Facing the Facts This book was like candy for the ears (and the brain). I was curious, because I have only a rudamentary understanding of the Declaration itself, to hear the history and background of both the document and the men who wrote it. Upon being presented with this information it became painfully clear that the religious argument claiming the Declaration as proof of religious intent could not be substantiated. I particularly enjoyed the author's discussion of the perspectives off Jefferson and his contemporaries regarding religion. Such information is incredibly helpful in understanding their intentions when it came to founding a nation. Most Christians should take the time to read this book before thoughtlessly echoing the lines pervaded by those who intentionally misinform for the purposes of pushing a religious agenda. What I particularly enjoy about this book is that it does NOT go so far as to suggest that America is a non-religious nation. Indeed we ARE a nation of religious people. However, it rightly points out that we are a nation of many religions, and a nation founded on the idea that each of those religions should be free from interference by not only government, but by other religions. The modern Christian power-grab of the Religious Right should not only be an affront to Non-Religious Americans, but also Non-Christian Americans, who stand to lose their rights as well should the government secumb to Christian rule. Recommended reading for anyone who enjoys reading about the views of the founders, as well as those who are looking for a defense against the misinformation surounding the "Christan Nation" myth. Listen and be informed. Actually not a bad book I still don't know what this guy thinks law is founded upon. He says natural law doesn't exist so law is determined by arbitrary concepts of right and wrong? The Pious Revisionists' Quest for Dominionism. Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? Yes, but only if they are unable to read in print. Who was your favorite character and why? Thomas Jefferson: Often touted by the political right as an authority with respect to the evils of Big Government and routinely ignored by the same for his heretical writings and warnings on the commingling of religion and (American) government. What didnt you like about Knighton Blisss performance? Is Knighton Bliss a person or machine? Without solid evidence of the former it'd be easy, based on his reading of this book, to conclude the latter. Bliss's mechanical text-to-speech reading is often difficult to follow without multiple replays or, even worse, references to the print version.

Fault Lines Audiobook by Don Liebich

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Don Liebich) — Tue, 25 Aug 2015 12:22:07 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Fault Lines Subtitle: The Layman's Guide to Understanding America's Role in the Ever-Changing Middle East Author: Don Liebich Narrator: Jack Chekijian Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 42 mins Language: English Release date: 08-25-15 Publisher: Elevate Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 14 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Fault Lines is by a non-academic former businessman and consultant, widely traveled in the Middle East, for those interested in understanding the often convoluted history of American Middle East policy. The audiobook explains the fault lines that have often plagued US efforts to protect its national interests in the region and how these ongoing faults have led to a precipitous decline in American influence. It also includes some recommendations as to how this decline can be reversed. Members Reviews: Past and current history presented concisely The author begins with a history of the area from early 20th century, moves along in time and then provides a witness testimony to more recent events. It becomes flagrantly clear that nations other than those within the region have consistently abused the governments and peoples of these nations for their own profit and/or aggrandizement. This background is essential to know if understanding of current politics is to be attained. The perceived aim of the book is not to lay blame, but to provide an understanding essential to moving forward. Narrator Jack provides an excellent way to learn from what can be a rather dry teaching tool. I received this book as a gift. Fault Lines This was an interesting read.Narrated by Jack Chekijian,a great narrator,we go thru events and how they shaped our responses and future plans in the middle east.It was very up to date.I was given this book free for an honest review. Comprehensive! I really learned a lot from listening to this book. It's an extensive history of the Middle East, with well stated timelines, huge amounts of historical data, interspersed with anecdotes from real people. The book was spawned when a businessman decided to try and figure out why middle easterners hate Americans so much. Basically, America has been unable to keep its nose out of foreign countries where oil is a major concern. Our passive atrocities have kept compounding since the First World War. It makes me sick that our loyalties keep changing to back the winning team. I received this book as a gift, in exchange for an honest review. Based on the description, I didn't think I was going to like it, but I ended up listening to it all day. I feel qualified to actually have an in depth conversation about these issues. Excellent! An Incredible Timeline of Events in the Mideast I was really wowed by the incredibly detailed timeline and story/history of events leading up to and explaining America's relationship with the Middle East including Syria, Arabia, Libya, Pakistan, Egypt, Jordan, and ALL the countries. It was well documented and detailed which filled many holes for me regarding things I didn't know. As things change ever so fast, it's good to know the entire history. I think anyone interested in this subject (and everyone should be) should listen to this audiobook. Great job by Don Liebich. Jack Chekijian is a fantastic narrator. He has a smooth, easy on the ears tone. He speaks clearly with perfect timing. His professionalism shows and he's easily one of my favorite readers. An absolutely terrific job. Audiobook received in exchange for an honest review. Educational and insightful analysis of Mid-East I enjoyed Fault Lines.

Organic Marxism: An Alternative to Capitalism and Ecological Catastrophe Audiobook

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Philip Clayton) — Mon, 30 Nov 2015 10:23:28 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Organic Marxism: An Alternative to Capitalism and Ecological Catastrophe Subtitle: Toward Ecological Civilization, Volume 3 Author: Philip Clayton, Justin Heinzekehr Narrator: Seth Clayton Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 16 mins Language: English Release date: 11-30-15 Publisher: Process Century Press Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: This revolutionary book fuses the enduring legacy of socialism - government for the common good - with the best of the environmental movement and the newest insights from sustainability studies. The result is a manifesto in the tradition of Bill McKibben's Eaarth - a road map forward in the face of the growing environmental catastrophe, which is the most complex crisis humanity has ever faced. American conservatives like to say that Marxism was destroyed by its opponents and by the mistakes of Marxist governments. Organic Marxism provides the definitive answer to this charge. New economic evidence reveals that Marx's predictions are coming true in ways once thought impossible. Today the wealthiest class, the richest 1 percent, possesses more wealth and power than ever before, whereas the 99 percent are slipping economically, and the majority of humans live in increasing poverty. Above all else, the global environmental crisis changes everything. Clayton and Heinzekehr show how, over the last decades, rich individuals and multinational corporations have acted selfishly to increase their own wealth - with devastating ecological consequences. The data make it clear that the planet has reached the limits of its capacity. The authors trace the unimaginable environmental and social consequences that (scientists tell us) global warming will bring: mass extinctions, food and water shortages, violent weather, rising oceans. Why, then, do our governments continue to favor the wealthy? Why do they take no action...or actually worsen the situation? Organic Marxism shows why the situation is not hopeless, however. The vast majority of humans favor sustainable systems and lifestyles. Members Reviews: Marx sans Revolution It's basically a revision of Marxism where you have to wait for environmental disaster and devastation before you can take any steps towards change. For this reason the book delves into abstract utopianism throughout when it comes to providing actual solutions for overthrowing capitalist anarchy. It also uses the word "reform" a lot when referring to what Marx wanted when he was clearly a revolutionary if you care to read the Communist Manifesto. The book criticizes Marx, Lenin and Mao for being overly deterministic and "certain" of a socialist order without touching on the concrete socioeconomic realities that were interlocked with their time. It focuses solely on and criticizes their "ideas" as leaders in an idealist way by doing this. Suggesting that "if only their ideas were correct socialism would've worked!". This is true in an abstract sense, but you can't promote this "organic" view of dialectics (which isn't even really new) but then criticize previous socialist governments solely by looking at their ideas without looking at their concrete histories and contexts. The critique needs to be concrete and real. It's intellectually dishonest and hypocritical to do this. On another note the book attempts to turn Marx into an eco-socialist and thus treats class struggle (a central factor in Marx and Engels work) as a peripheral or unnecessary aspect of Marx when it was in fact driving his entire theory and worldview. To reduce class struggle to "modernism" is ridiculous.

A Contest for Supremacy Audiobook by Aaron L. Friedberg

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Aaron L. Friedberg) — Thu, 27 Jun 2013 23:05:05 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Contest for Supremacy Subtitle: China, America, and the Struggle for Mastery in Asia Author: Aaron L. Friedberg Narrator: Michael Scherer Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 48 mins Language: English Release date: 06-27-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 15 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Despite its impressive size and population, economic vitality, and drive to upgrade its military, China remains a vulnerable nation surrounded by powerful rivals and potential foes. Understanding China's foreign policy means fully appreciating these geostrategic challenges, which persist even as the country gains increasing influence over its neighbors. Andrew J. Nathan and Andrew Scobell analyze China's security concerns on four fronts: at home, with its immediate neighbors, in surrounding regional systems, and in the world beyond Asia. By illuminating the issues driving Chinese policy, they offer a new perspective on the country's rise and a strategy for balancing Chinese and American interests in Asia. Though rooted in the present, Nathan and Scobell's study makes ample use of the past, reaching back into history to illuminate the people and institutions shaping Chinese strategy today. They also examine Chinese views of the United States; explain why China is so concerned about Japan; and uncover China's interests in such problematic countries as North Korea, Iran, and the Sudan. The authors probe recent troubles in Tibet and Xinjiang and explore their links to forces beyond China's borders. They consider the tactics deployed by mainland China and Taiwan, as Taiwan seeks to maintain autonomy in the face of Chinese advances toward unification. They evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of China's three main power resources - economic power, military power, and soft power. The authors conclude with recommendations for the United States as it seeks to manage China's rise. Chinese policymakers understand that their nation's prosperity, stability, and security depend on cooperation with the United States. If handled wisely, the authors believe, relations between the two countries can produce mutually beneficial outcomes for both Asia and the world. Members Reviews: Recites superficial observations. What did you like best about A Contest for Supremacy? What did you like least? It is readable, but the author attempted no insight, off no new prescription, and large built a narrative by cherry picked quotes. In the end he exhorted the US to do what is has done, which he admits to be a born of shorted sighted narrowly self interested born of compromise, but do it better. Do you think A Contest for Supremacy needs a follow-up book? Why or why not? No. Chinese music! Great book. It does hit most of the major points. However, I was a bit surprised it didn't talk more about how China ended up acquiring its first aircraft carrier, the Liaoning, from Ukraine. Also a funny detail that needs to be corrected. In Chapter 11 at 14:48 minutes in the narrator says "Since the end of the gulf war, PLA planners have been paying close attention to the ways in which the United States has used its precision guided musicians". I'm pretty sure he meant to say munitions hahaha.

13 Hours - The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi Hörbuch von Mitchell Zuckoff

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Mitchell Zuckoff) — Fri, 02 Jun 2017 07:01:28 GMT

Hören Sie sich dieses volle Hörbuch kostenlos bei https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> Titel: 13 Hours - The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi Autor:: Mitchell Zuckoff Erzähler: Matthias Lühn Format: Unabridged Spieldauer: 9 hrs and 55 mins Sprache: Deutsch Veröffentlichungsdatum: 06-02-17 Herausgeber: ABOD Verlag Bewertung: 1 von 5 von 1 Stimmen Kategorien: Nonfiction, Politics Zusammenfassung des Herausgebers: "13 Hours" zeichnet die Attacke islamistischer Milizen auf das US-Konsulat sowie den CIA-Stützpunkt in Bengasi, Libyen, in der Nacht vom 11. auf den 12. September 2012 nach auf den Tag genau elf Jahre nach 9/11. 13 Stunden dauerte der Angriff. Sechs von der CIA angeheuerte Sicherheitsleute Ex-Marines, SEALs und Army-Ranger versuchen eine Tragödie abzuwenden. Doch der amerikanische Botschafter J. Christopher Stevens und drei weitere Männer sterben bei dem Angriff. Umgehend wird heftige Kritik an US-Präsident Barack Obama und der damaligen Außenministerin Hillary Clinton laut das Thema wird im Präsidentschaftswahlkampf 2016 eine Rolle spielen. Das Buch entstand unter Mitarbeit der Männer des Security Teams. Es wurde von "Transformers"-Regisseur Michael Bay verfilmt. Der Film stürmte ab Februar 2016 in die deutschen Kinos. ©2017 ABOD Verlag (P)2017 Plassen Verlag Mitglieder Bewertungen: This book arrived in German, not English. I didn't get to review the book. You came in a language I'm not fluent in German. Every other book I've ever purchased from Audible comes in English; why this book came in German is beyond me. I returned it and received a credit back, but I would still like to have the book in English.

Memo to the President Elect Audiobook by Madeleine Albright

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Madeleine Albright) — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 16:43:45 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Memo to the President Elect Subtitle: How We Can Restore America's Reputation and Leadership Author: Madeleine Albright Narrator: Madeleine Albright Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 1 min Language: English Release date: 01-04-08 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 60 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Much more than a set of policy prescriptions, Secretary Albright's writing blends lessons from the past with forward-looking suggestions about how to assemble a first-rate foreign policy team, anticipate the actions of other key countries, make full use of presidential power without repeating the excesses of the Bush administration, and revive America's commitment to its founding ideals. Albright's advice is candid, as if conveyed in a confidential memo, and seasoned with humor and stories from her years in office. Drawing on her extensive experience as an advisor to two presidents and a key figure in four presidential transitions, she provides an insider's analysis of U.S. options in addressing the decisive issues of our era: terrorism, wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, rivalries in the Middle East, the potential for nuclear war, and headaches created by such troublesome leaders as Iran's Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, Russia's Vladimir Putin, Venezuela's Hugo Chavez, and North Korea's Kim Jong-il. The 2008 election promises to be one of the most dramatic in our nation's history. Memo to the President Elect offers indispensable guidance for the next occupant of the White House - and a wealth of insights for voters to think about before deciding who that person will be. Members Reviews: Disappointing The first half of this book is like a Political Science 101 lecture, if that. The advice being given is often embarrassingly simple--"a president must find time to exercise every day." The second half of the book is more what I was expecting, with overviews of our relations with most of the world's important nations. But by the time she got around to it, I was already pretty disgusted. A comprehensive review This is a good follow up to the Bob Woodward books on the Bush presidency (Plan of Action; State of Denial). While Woodward employs a painstakingly detailed micro-perspective of one U.S.administration, Albright's approach gives us a whirlwind tour of current world politics from the macro-perspective of her long experience. Read this one as soon as you can. It will be dated by January 2009. Timely, again I got this to read for the last presidential election cycle, but never got around to it. At least I made it for this cycle. I am sure Albright would agree her advice is still good for the upcoming President Elect. I was real excited about the introductory material that Albright came from getting out of meetings between her former foreign minister colleagues: "Madeleine's Exes". I'd like to know more about individually where the different pieces of advice came from. Still, I am sure Albright could provide all the cogent and considered advice on her own, from my recollection of a particularly insightful talk she gave at Oakland Universty. Basically, her advice and humble and flexible. She's not afraid of military action but sees many options in foreign policy before that - and the spots in the world that need the attention. Great narration by Albright herself. Political Hit Job This book is nothing more than left-leaning propaganda. The opening chapter talks about the high position of the US, and peace around the world when Clinton left office. I guess she has forgotten that we had recently had the USS Cole attack, and were heavily involved in Kosovo.

Change They Can't Believe In Audiobook by Christopher S. Parker, Matt A. Barreto

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Christopher S. Parker) — Sun, 26 May 2013 19:08:47 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Change They Can't Believe In Subtitle: The Tea Party and Reactionary Politics in America Author: Christopher S. Parker, Matt A. Barreto Narrator: Ax Norman Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 32 mins Language: English Release date: 05-26-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Are Tea Party supporters merely a group of conservative citizens concerned about government spending? Or are they racists who refuse to accept Barack Obama as their president because he's not white? Change They Can't Believe In offers an alternative argument--that the Tea Party is driven by the reemergence of a reactionary movement in American politics that is fueled by a fear that America has changed for the worse. Providing a range of original evidence and rich portraits of party sympathizers as well as activists, Christopher Parker and Matt Barreto show that what actually pushes Tea Party supporters is not simple ideology or racism, but fear that the country is being stolen from "real Americans"--a belief triggered by Obama's election. From civil liberties and policy issues, to participation in the political process, the perception that America is in danger directly informs how Tea Party supporters think and act. The authors argue that this isn't the first time a segment of American society has perceived the American way of life as under siege. In fact, movements of this kind often appear when some individuals believe that "American" values are under threat by rapid social changes. Drawing connections between the Tea Party and right-wing reactionary movements of the past, including the Know Nothing Party, the Ku Klux Klan of the 1920s, and the John Birch Society, Parker and Barreto develop a framework that transcends the Tea Party to shed light on its current and future consequences. Linking past and present reactionary movements, Change They Can't Believe In rigorously examines the motivations and political implications associated with today's Tea Party. Members Reviews: best book to understand the tea party & trump this provides the best reasoned researched explanation of the highly partisin nature of politics today. Helpful but slow Would you recommend this book to a friend? Why or why not? Maybe -- there are interesting ideas in it but they're framed within bigger sociological studies, and it seems like the authors needed to define their terms very explicitly in each study. That can get repetitive and dull to listen to; if I were reading it I would skim these. Seems most useful for academics. Intriguing research, but not much of a book I very much appreciate the research upon which this book is based, and I find that the authors make a very credible case for their thesis that the Tea Party is just the latest manifestation of America's long history of reactionary, right-wing movements. But in the end, for readers, it would have been better as a substantial, 30-40 page article. Simply put, the authors are researchers, not writers and it shows in constant summing up and "Here's what we're going to tell you ... now we're telling you ... now here's what we told you" academic approach. The prose is fairly dry and lifeless and the entire book feels inflated far beyond its interesting premises. Also, it seems that there are some graphics, charts and so on in the printed version that obviously don't come through in an audiobook. Perhaps they make it more engaging. Pretty Painful Read Would you try another book from Christopher S. Parker and Matt A.

A Country for All Audiobook by Jorge Ramos

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jorge Ramos) — Tue, 29 Jun 2010 06:32:44 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Country for All Subtitle: An Immigrant Manifesto Author: Jorge Ramos Narrator: Ozzie Rodriguez Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 54 mins Language: English Release date: 06-29-10 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: For decades, fixing the United States' broken immigration system has been one of the most urgent challenges facing our country, and time and time again, politicians have passed the buck. With anti-immigrant sentiment rising around the country, as evidenced by the passage of a controversial new law in Arizona, it is now more important than ever to remember the role immigrants play in enriching our economy and culture, and to find a way to incorporate the millions of productive, law-abiding workers who have been drawn to the United States by the inexorable pull of freedom and economic opportunity. No longer should they be forced to work in the shadows, with no hope for equal rights as American citizens. In this timely book, award-winning journalist Jorge Ramos makes the case for a practical and politically achievable solution to this emotional issue. Ramos argues that we have a simple choice: to take a pragmatic approach that deals with the reality of immigration, or to continue a cruel and capricious system that doesn't work, wastes billions of dollars, and which stands in direct opposition to our national principles. Members Reviews: Well worth reading Really important book, especially at this time. A must read for those concerned about immigration reform in the U.S. Factual accounts of the status of immigrants in the U.S. with special attention to living realities and discrimination against Latinos and other Immigrants. Four Stars great book Five Stars One of my favorite authors. Thanks for the fast shipping! Great Book Excellent book. Jorge Ramos is clear, concise, and very knowledgeable. Highly recommended.

Secret Victory Audiobook by Dr William Matchett

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Dr William Matchett) — Wed, 19 Apr 2017 03:51:12 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Secret Victory Subtitle: The Intelligence War That Beat the IRA Author: Dr William Matchett Narrator: Nick Cracknell Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 04-19-17 Publisher: WRM Consultancy Limited Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Terrorist leaders are not benevolent men inclined to make peace but vicious bullies. The IRA was the Islamic State of its day. Northern Ireland, Iraq, and Afghanistan are similar wars. In these, an insurgency like the IRA/Sinn Féin mix is the main problem. A proven solution is the rule of law, where police intelligence dominates because investigative practices fail. The approach - widely misrepresented and commonly misunderstood - devastated the IRA. Some terrorists were killed, most were in prison, many were on the run, and the rest feared the same fate. The IRA was forced into a ceasefire. Had this been disclosed in promoting the peace, nations would have benefited and lives saved. But the political endgame was botched. Unrepentant insurgents in government tainted security to sanitise their past. IRA leaders became peacemakers. Others contemplating conflict watched. Al-Qaeda was encouraged. New York's twin towers stood tall. Peace had a price. Critic Reviews: "William Matchett's Secret Victory provides a vital case study in counterterrorism at a time the West needs every lesson it can get. It may deal with Ireland, but it provides vital insights into both the value of human intelligence and the limits of force." (Anthony H. Cordesman, Burke Chair in Strategy, Center for Strategic and International Studies, Washington D.C.) Members Reviews: Flawed history I have been privileged to know a number of people who played senior roles in the intelligence and military community in "The Troubles", including one at the very centre of its most controversial incident. As a consequence, I have always had an inherent respect for the hard-won success of the security services in "The Troubles". So I listened to this book hoping for an analysis of the approach that was taken and how it led to the undeniable military victory over the IRA and on to the Good Friday Agreement. I was disappointed. A minor point, but this is drawn from the author's PhD thesis and there is no harm in that, but it bears the traces of such and as a result lacks some readability. Other reviewers have criticised the lists of murders. which do go on for 10 minutes or more. I have a mixed view. They add little to the narrative, but deserve remembrance. Where I take exception to this book is at its core purpose; to provide an academic-standard analysis of what, by any standards, was a complex and multi-faceted conflict. He also attempts to draw parallels with Iraq in the post 2003 period. The analysis is weak and scant, but the author shows his hand pretty early on with references to "bleeding heart liberals". His bottom line is that the Special Branch-led approach was effective and everything else failed; it felt like he was saying: "Trust me, I have interviewed SB members and they have told me so". Having had similar conversations, I know this to be correct, but I am not purporting to write a book on it. But the real issue is the lack of balance and analysis. Anything outside of his core thesis is belittled out-of-hand. The world was much more complicated than that. Further, the peace settlement is portrayed as a cynical betrayal of all that had been achieved.

Too Dumb to Fail Audiobook by Matt K. Lewis

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Matt K. Lewis) — Tue, 26 Jan 2016 20:53:06 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Too Dumb to Fail Subtitle: How the GOP Betrayed the Reagan Revolution to Win Elections (and How It Can Reclaim Its Conservative Roots) Author: Matt K. Lewis Narrator: Matt K. Lewis Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 01-26-16 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 65 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: From a leading voice among young conservatives, an impassioned argument that to stay relevant, the Republican Party must look beyond short-term electoral gains and recommit to historic conservative values. In 1963 Richard Hofstadter published his landmark book, Anti-Intellectualism in American Life. Today, Matt Lewis argues, America's inclination toward simplicity and stupidity is stronger than ever, and its greatest victim is the Republican Party. Lewis, a respected conservative columnist and frequent guest on MSNBC's Morning Joe, eviscerates the phenomenon of candidates with a "no experience required" mentality and Tea Party "patriots" who possess bluster but few core beliefs. Lewis traces the conservative movement's roots from Edmund Burke to William F. Buckley and from Goldwater's loss to Reagan's landslide victory. He highlights visionary thinkers who understood nuance and deep ideology and changed the course of the nation. As we approach the 2016 presidential election, Lewis has an urgent message for fellow conservatives: Embrace wisdom, humility, qualifications, and inclusion - or face extinction. Members Reviews: A great book for the conservative Would you consider the audio edition of Too Dumb to Fail to be better than the print version? I would. What did you like best about this story? The information about certain events I never knew before. What about Matt K. Lewiss performance did you like? Everything The man's an excellent narrator. Whats the most interesting tidbit youve picked up from this book? How the Time For Choosing speech that made Ronald Reagan's political career came to be. Any additional comments? A must-have for any political fans, and conservatives in general. Opposing viewpoint So as a liberal atheist Democrat, I occasionally like to expose myself to the opposition viewpoint in order to broaden my appreciation of my conservative friends and their opinions. Matt Lewis does an excellent job articulating the conservative worldview (particularly from an evangelical perspective). He also displays keen insight into the challenges facing the Republican Party in particular, and the conservative movement in general, in an era of social media, constant news headlines, partisan news outlets, and the plethora of talking heads on both sides of the aisle. While I certainly don't agree with Mr. Lewis on much, I do appreciate his candor, and expect that the Republican establishment would benefit from a hard look in the mirror. This book is that mirror. Informative...wish he hadnt read it himself A good wat to get a better perspective on conservative views, history and future. loved this book Even a casual political observer or pop culture lover will tear through this book. Read it. E.J. Dionne wrote a similar book; buy that one. Would you try another book from Matt K. Lewis and/or Matt K. Lewis? I would not likely buy another book from Matt K. Lewis. I feel as though he cherry picked a few sources and was keen to omitfacts on a variety of topics; Southern Strategy, Climate Gate, Right Wing Media Influence, etc.

President Trump and Our Post-Secular Future Audiobook by Dr. Steve Turley

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Dr. Steve Turley) — Wed, 10 Jan 2018 08:09:58 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: President Trump and Our Post-Secular Future Subtitle: How the 2016 Election Signals the Dawning of a Conservative Nationalist Age Author: Dr. Steve Turley Narrator: Dr. Steve Turley Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 9 mins Language: English Release date: 01-10-18 Publisher: Turley Talks Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Can an election mean the end of secularism? Of all our presidential elections, few were as stunning as the election of Donald Trump. The mass surge of nationalist populism that swept him into the oval office shocked both pollsters and pundits alike. But what if this nationalist populism has implications far exceeding 2016? In this thought-provoking audiobook, Dr. Steve Turley explains how the election of Donald Trump signals the demise of secularism as our dominant political paradigm and the dawning of a nationalist conservative future, not just in the US but throughout the world. Here's a preview of what you'll learn.... You will discover why it is that President Trump is poised to set our nation in a bold new direction, one in which the secularism so dominant over the past several decades is eclipsed by a renewed commitment toward nation, culture, and tradition. Find out why the days of secularism are over and a new conservative age has begun! Members Reviews: As the Pendulum Swings The author argues that the political swing to the left for the past several decades, fueled by globalism in concert with corporatists and opportunistic politicians has reached its peak and is starting to swing back to the right, fueled by nationalists and Christians. This has happened before when the Age of Enlightenment was followed by the Age of Romanticism. The book is well written, clear and short, not encumbered with pages and pages of noisy fill, he gets right to the point. Very Timely, Well-Written, and Informative Very timely, well-written, and informative, Dr. Turley analyzes the Trump presidency and how the 2016 US Presidential Election is only a sign of things to come both for the US and the whole world. As Turley notes, a new kind of conservative age has begun. Thought provoking! In a world filled with negative and deceptive ânews,â this concise analysis of Trump and world trends fleeing from the bankruptcy of secularism is a welcome relief. Very encouraging! Easy read, short and shedding some light on the trump effect I read this book in 2 sittings, it gave me an understanding of why president Trump got elected in spite of the negative media. It was refreshing to note that the media has lost some of its power to influence. Very Good Dr. Turley's insights are very interesting and always backed up by facts. He brings a Christian worldview to his topics and insights that are fresh and bold.

Deutschland schafft sich ab Hörbuch von Thilo Sarrazin

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Thilo Sarrazin) — Mon, 21 May 2012 15:56:02 GMT

Hören Sie sich dieses volle Hörbuch kostenlos bei https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> Titel: Deutschland schafft sich ab Untertitel: Wie wir unser Land aufs Spiel setzen Autor:: Thilo Sarrazin Erzähler: Michael Schwarzmaier Format: Unabridged Spieldauer: 16 hrs and 28 mins Sprache: Deutsch Veröffentlichungsdatum: 05-21-12 Herausgeber: audio media verlag Bewertung: 4 von 5 von 3 Stimmen Kategorien: Nonfiction, Politics Zusammenfassung des Herausgebers: Zu diesem Titel erhalten Sie eine PDF-Datei, die nach dem Kauf automatisch Ihrer Bibliothek hinzugefügt wird. Mitglieder Bewertungen: This should be compulsory reading for every politician The author addresses uncomfortable truths and presents workable solutions to address the gradual disappearance of a great nation as a consequence of well meaning but utopian social policy.

Mr. Churchill's Profession Audiobook by Peter Clarke

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Peter Clarke) — Sat, 09 Mar 2013 08:05:37 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Mr. Churchill's Profession Subtitle: The Statesman as Author and the Book That Defined the 'Special Relationship' Author: Peter Clarke Narrator: Gildart Jackson Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 43 mins Language: English Release date: 03-09-13 Publisher: Audible Studios for Bloomsbury Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: In 1953, Winston Churchill received the Nobel Prize - for Literature. In fact, Churchill was a professional writer before he was a politician, and published a stream of books and articles over the course of two intertwined careers. Now historian Peter Clarke traces the writing of the magisterial work that occupied Churchill for a quarter century, his four-volume History of the English-Speaking Peoples. As an author, Churchill faced woes familiar to many others - chronically short of funds, late on deadlines, scrambling to sell new projects or cajoling his publishers for more advance money. He signed a contract for the English-speaking project in 1932, a time when his political career seemed over. The magnum opus was to be delivered in 1939 - but in that year, history overtook history-writing. When the Nazis swept across Europe, Churchill was summoned from political exile to become Prime Minister. The English- Speaking Peoples would have to wait. The book would indeed be written and become a best seller, after Churchill left public life. But even before he took office, the massive project was shaping his worldview, his speeches, and his leadership. In this audiobook, Peter Clarke follows Churchill's monumental quest to chronicle the English-speaking peoples - a quest that helped to define the enduring "special relationship" between Britain and America. In the process, Clarke gives us not just an untold chapter in literary history, but a fresh perspective on this iconic figure: a life of Churchill the author. Members Reviews: Statesmanship isn't free This is an interesting book that evaluates Churchill's career as a writer and a historian. It probably will be no surprise that Churchill was pleased in his early 20s to discover that people would pay him to write and eventually to write almost anything (summaries of classic novels for the News of the World, for example was not his finest hour). This set the pattern of his life, he would maintain a highly expensive life style courtesy of his writing efforts. Peter Clarke, himself a historian and (important in this case) an expert in economic matters brings considerable expertise to this work. I think that it has some shortcomings, but is nonetheless interesting. The book's greatest strength is the effort that Clarke puts into understanding Churchill's finances. It probably would not be an understatement to say that Clarke probably pays more attention to Churchill's bank balance than Churchill or his mother or his children ever did. This is an important consideration since Churchill was not aiming to change the world with his writing as to keep himself in brandy, cigars, painting supplies and groceries from Fortnum and Mason's. Clarke is really good in calculating relative value in previous times and I think I may continue to consult him when trying to make sense historical economic issues of the period. I would concur with Clarke that perhaps the two best books are Great Contemporaries and My Early Life (a book I enjoyed when I read it as a teenager). Both are really the most accessible and interesting things he ever wrote and they stand up remarkably well. That said, I would take issue with some of the characterizations in this book.

Taking a Stand Audiobook by Rand Paul

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Rand Paul) — Tue, 26 May 2015 17:45:42 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Taking a Stand Subtitle: Moving Beyond Partisan Politics to Unite America Author: Rand Paul Narrator: Brian Troxell Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 05-26-15 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 158 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Senator Rand Paul, leading national politician and likely contender for the 2016 presidential bid, presents his vision for America. In his four years since joining the Senate, Rand Paul has risen to the forefront of the national discussion. He's being called "the most interesting man in politics" by TIME magazine. When Senator Paul believes in an issue, he reaches across the aisle to collaborate with his colleagues. He's worked with Senator Kirsten Gillibrand on an antiwar bill, a financial assistance for childcare bill, and a protection for women in the military bill. He's also working with Senator Cory Booker to reform the nation's criminal justice system. He's received standing ovations from conservatives when he spoke at CPAC (Conservative Political Action Conference) and standing ovations from students when he spoke at University of California at Berkley, known to be a liberal institution. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your My Library section along with the audio. Members Reviews: Absolutely AWESOME & Inspiring!!! I challenge EVERYONE (whether you're; a Liberal or a Conservative, for or against, him as a Presidential candidate) to listen-to/read "Taking A Stand: Moving Beyond Partisan Politics to Unite America" by Dr. Rand Paul M.D., because it will blow your mind how much sense it all makes. And this will ring true for anyone with common sense, good will toward humanity, basic Americana ideals and/or any hope for our future. ***NOTE*** Try to, if at all possible; to objectively review/analyze the points made, while limiting your preconceived notions about Rand Paul, or his father Ron. Likely based on fear-mongering propaganda you've "heard" from; D.C. Establishment Politicians (who are either; scared of losing their 'Good Ole Boys' unrestricted & unchecked reign of absolute power, or are 110% compromised & controlled), and/or their MSM mouthpieces (I.e., CNN, FoxNews, MSNBC, etc..). To genuinely get inspired about Liberty, Freedom & the United States of America!!! #RandPaul #RandPaul2016 #StandWithRand Wow, Rand Paul leaves no stone unturned, fearless What's the biggest problem with candidates or politicians today, ok that's a loaded question but I can pick one thing, fear. They fear truth and fear crossing the line with their party. Not Rand Paul. He will not disappoint in this book. He is open and lays out his ideas and philosophy. Rand stands up to the establishment and tells you the new party he sees and projects to be coming alive today in the U.S. Highly recommend for voter ages and anyone not looking for status quo I hope he is our next President!!! Very well reasoned arguments for why we need to end the era of big government and return to principles of economic and personal freedoms. I hope he is our next president!! Take This Hillary! I am a South African and live in South Africa. I read earlier this year Hard Choices by Hillary Clinton. What a contrast.

Against All Enemies Audiobook by Richard A. Clarke

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Richard A. Clarke) — Mon, 05 Apr 2004 16:24:59 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Against All Enemies Subtitle: Inside America's War on Terror Author: Richard A. Clarke Narrator: Richard A. Clarke Format: Abridged Length: 6 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 04-05-04 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 588 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Clarke knows the secret stories of Bill Clinton's great victories (shutting down anti-U.S. terrorism sponsored by Iran and Iraq) and his great frustrations (failing to kill Osama Bin Laden despite many attempts). When President Bush took office, Clarke was ready to present him with a master plan to roll back and destroy al Qaeda, yet the president did not grant a briefing for months. His aides had little interest in Osama Bin Laden, preferring to talk about Saddam Hussein at every turn. Clarke knows why we failed to shut down terrorist financing within our borders prior to 2001. After ignoring existing plans to attack al Qaeda when he first took office, George Bush made disastrous decisions when he finally did pay attention. Thanks to the determined, even conspiratorial views of Wolfowitz, Rumsfeld, and Bush, we went after the wrong enemy. The charges Clarke levels against the current administration must be taken seriously by every American, Democrat or Republican. Our security depends upon it. Critic Reviews: "The explosive details about President Bush's obsession with Iraq in the immediate aftermath of the Sept. 11 attacks captured the headlines in the days after the book's release, but Against All Enemies offers more. It is a rarity among Washington-insider memoirs: it's a thumping good read." (The New York Times Book Review) "The level of detail Clarke includes is impressive....Clarke delivers it like a pro. With his deep tenor and weighty pauses, Clarke never lets listeners forget the gravity of the situation....Compelling." (Publishers Weekly) "Clarke tells an insider's story of our government's awakening to a threat we had never faced before. Because the written words are his own, every pause and emphasized phrase serve to hone his intended meaning as no contracted narrator could do. Although this is an abridgement, none of the meat or spice in this hot dish seems left out." (AudioFile) Members Reviews: Your Government At Work This book should not be dismissed as a left leaning political rant. Clarke is critical of the current administration, but that is not the theme. You can not find a more informative look at the inner workings of the White House. The play by play of the entire day of 9/11, the crisis room in full operation, and a visit to the presidential vault in the West Wing, are all real eye openers. The White House in Crisis Mode is very impressive and is essentially universal for all recent administrations. Do not pass on this because you think it is another Bush Bash - its real value is how well our government works regardless of the administration. Clarke has acclaims from the last 5 changes in the Oval Office. Good background information I expected the book to get a lot of backlash about partisanship based on Clarke's testimony but not from the people who actually read the book. I found it to be helpful in figuring out how we got here, in this mess with al-Quaeda. Richard Clarke's career started in the Reagan Administration and he told about the unintended consequences (that no one could forsee) of the Cold War and Reagan's efforts to bring down the Soviet Union. Clarke himself acknowledges that it is likely that no one could have prevented 9/11.

More Damned Lies and Statistics Audiobook by Joel Best

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Joel Best) — Wed, 20 Aug 2014 09:45:55 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: More Damned Lies and Statistics Subtitle: How Numbers Confuse Public Issues Author: Joel Best Narrator: Kaleo Griffith Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 08-20-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 17 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: In this sequel to the acclaimed Damned Lies and Statistics, which the Boston Globe said "deserves a place next to the dictionary on every school, media, and home-office desk," Joel Best continues his straightforward, lively, and humorous account of how statistics are produced, used, and misused by everyone from researchers to journalists. Underlining the importance of critical thinking in all matters numerical, Best illustrates his points with examples of good and bad statistics about such contemporary concerns as school shootings, fatal hospital errors, bullying, teen suicides, deaths at the World Trade Center, college ratings, the risks of divorce, racial profiling, and fatalities caused by falling coconuts. More Damned Lies and Statistics encourages all of us to think in a more sophisticated and skeptical manner about how statistics are used to promote causes, create fear, and advance particular points of view. Best identifies different sorts of numbers that shape how we think about public issues: missing numbers are relevant but overlooked; confusing numbers bewilder when they should inform; scary numbers play to our fears about the present and the future; authoritative numbers demand respect they don't deserve; magical numbers promise unrealistic, simple solutions to complex problems; and contentious numbers become the focus of data duels and stat wars. The author's use of pertinent, socially important examples documents the life-altering consequences of understanding or misunderstanding statistical information. He demystifies statistical measures by explaining in straightforward prose how decisions are made about what to count and what not to count, what assumptions get made, and which figures are brought to our attention. Best identifies different sorts of numbers that shape how we think about public issues. Entertaining, enlightening, and very timely, this audiobook offers a basis for critical thinking about the numbers we encounter and a reminder that when it comes to the news, people count - in more ways than one. Members Reviews: Well done It was well done. It makes a great argument that high schools and universities should definitely listen to and apply. Very basic; disappointing Based on the reviews on the cover of this book, and the reviews of others, I bought it expecting something new and original. Boy was I disappointed. Indeed, in the preface the author owns up: "I should confess that, in writing this book, I have done little original research. I have borrowed most of my examples from works by other analysts, mostly social scientists and journalists." Boy howdy, did he ever "borrow" them. So don't look here for anything new. I suspect this was just a quickly dashed together "sequel" to his first book, which I haven't read. So my advice is to skip this one. An Eye-Opening Look at a Subject Often Taken for Granted I didn't read the first Damned Lies, but the author says that he is making the same points but organizing the information differently for this follow-up. This is one of those books that has the potential to radically alter how we look at numbers. Best shows the reader how a data set can be manipulated to give a desired result. Best is careful not to single out one side of the political spectrum when making his points.

This Is Your Moment Audiobook by Phoenix Books

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Phoenix Books) — Thu, 11 Aug 2016 18:52:21 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: This Is Your Moment Subtitle: Inspirational Commencement Speeches Author: Phoenix Books Narrator: Barack Obama, Hillary Clinton, Tony Blair, Dan Gioia, Robert Gates, Mitt Romney, John Kerry, Barbara Bush Format: Original Recording Length: 2 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 08-11-16 Publisher: Phoenix Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: This compilation of commencement speeches, a perfect gift for students and parents alike, will generate an optimistic outlook and fuel excitement for the future. Listen closely as each orator mines his or her past for gems of advice. From funny to sentimental, imbued with important social and cultural commentary, these timeless speeches by successful public figures will motivate alumni to move forward with zest as they enter the real world. Speeches include Barack Obama at Notre Dame, Hilary Clinton at NYU, Tony Blair at Yale, Dana Gioia at Stanford, Robert Gates at West Point, Mitt Romney at Regent University, John Kerry at Dartmouth, Barbara Bush at Wellesley, John F. Kennedy at American University, and George C. Marshall at Harvard.

Summary, Analysis & Review of Christopher H. Achen's & Larry M. Bartels's

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Instaread) — Wed, 21 Dec 2016 00:23:47 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Summary, Analysis & Review of Christopher H. Achen's & Larry M. Bartels's Democracy for Realists by Instaread Author: Instaread Narrator: Dwight Equitz Format: Unabridged Length: 28 mins Language: English Release date: 12-21-16 Publisher: Instaread Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Democracy for Realists: Why Elections Do Not Produce Responsive Government offers a critique of conventional wisdom surrounding popular theories of democracy. Authors Christopher Achen and Larry Bartels argue that the public, journalists, and political scientists rely on a group of common-sense understandings of democracy. The authors collectively refer to these beliefs as the "folk theory" of democracy. The folk theory presumes that people behave as engaged citizens and that election outcomes reflect public policy preferences. This assumption is inaccurate and misleading, and therefore presents a danger to democracy. Political scientists have tried in various ways to validate or systematize the intuitions on which the folk theory in based. Anthony Downs put forward a spatial model of voting, which supposes that individuals vote for the politicians who are closest to their own policy preferences. Please note: This is a summary, analysis and review of the book and not the original book.

Go Back to Where You Came From Audiobook by Sasha Polakow-Suransky

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Sasha Polakow-Suransky) — Mon, 06 Nov 2017 23:48:49 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Go Back to Where You Came From Subtitle: The Backlash Against Immigration and the Fate of Western Democracy Author: Sasha Polakow-Suransky Narrator: Jamie Renell Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 11-06-17 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: What if the new far right poses a graver threat to liberal democracy than jihadists or mass migration? Brexit and Donald Trump's victory were just the beginning - and Marine Le Pen's defeat does not signal a turning of the tide. (From the introduction) From Europe to the United States, opportunistic politicians have exploited the economic crisis, terrorist attacks, and an unprecedented influx of refugees to bring hateful and reactionary views from the margins of political discourse into the mainstream. They have won the votes of workers, women, gays, and Jews; turned openly xenophobic ideas into state policy; and pulled besieged centrist parties to the right. How did we get here? In this deeply reported account, Sasha Polakow-Suransky provides a front-row seat to the anger, desperation, and dissent that are driving some voters into the arms of the far right and stirring others to resist. He introduces listeners to refugees in the Calais "Jungle" and the angry working-class neighbors who want them out; a World War II refugee-turned-rabbi who became a leading defender of Muslim immigrants; the children of Holocaust survivors who have become apologists for the new right; and alt-right activists and the intellectuals who enable them. Polakow-Suransky chronicles how the backlash against refugees and immigrants has reshaped our political landscape. Ultimately, he argues that the greatest threat comes not from outside but from within - even established democracies are at risk of betraying their core values and falling apart. Members Reviews: Thought-provoking and timely This is an important and timely book. It doesn't fall into the easy categories of left or right and asks tough questions about immigration policy in Europe and the United States. The author isn't afraid to call out today's fearmongering politicians on the right but he is also critical of leftists who pretend there are no problems. The book covers a lot of territory, gives insights into several European countries, the USA, Australia and even South Africa where xenophobia is widespread. Regardless of your political views, this is a book that will challenge you to think and rethink your views about refugees, immigration and the threats faced by western liberal democracies. Read it. Couldn't put it down Stop whatever it is you're doing and buy this book immediately. For starters, the book could not be more timely: it's about the backlash to immigration, from the Netherlands to France to South Africa to Australia and beyond. He touches on so many themesârace, class, ideology, nationalism, economics, power, and much much more. I must say that the book is simply a pleasure to read. The author takes us on a fascinating historical and intellectual tour, and he introduces us to an eclectic cast of contemporary characters. (I'm still thinking about some of them!) Polakow-Suransky is a keen-eyed reporter, and a graceful writer. Finally, I should add that conservatives, liberals, and centrists will all enjoy this bookâsomething that's quite rare these days. The author is consistently fair and non-ideological; his arguments will provoke people across the political spectrum.

Legal Collection Audiobook by Deaver Brown

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Deaver Brown) — Fri, 21 Nov 2014 08:57:02 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Legal Collection Subtitle: What You Need to Know Author: Deaver Brown Narrator: Deaver Brown Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 30 mins Language: English Release date: 11-21-14 Publisher: Simply Media Ratings: 2.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Eight core titles for lawyers and the rest of us: Bill of Rights and Constitution, on which the law is based; Criminal Procedure and Federal Rules of Evidence Simplified; Legal Survival Kit and Legal Proceedings; and 1100 Legal Words; How to Hire a Lawyer, especially in Divorce matters.

The Secret Plot to Make Ted Kennedy President Audiobook by Geoff Shepard

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Geoff Shepard) — Tue, 17 Jun 2008 11:14:28 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Secret Plot to Make Ted Kennedy President Subtitle: Inside the Real Watergate Conspiracy Author: Geoff Shepard Narrator: Jim Bond Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 06-17-08 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Shepard reveals how this Kennedy conspiracy included members and staffs of the Senate, the House, the Justice Department, and the Special Prosecutor's office. They used delaying tactics and obfuscation to postpone the indictments and avoid trials of the handful of real Watergate criminals. Shepard argues that the abuses of power by Kennedy's cronies dwarf those of the administration they savaged. Among those he singles out for reevaluation are Republican turncoat John Dean, Mark "Deep Throat" Felt, reporter Bob Woodward, and a young lawyer for the House Judiciary Committee named Hillary Rodham. Members Reviews: Interesting concept - Kennedy controlled Watergate I am a student of Nixon and will read anything affiliated with him, especially Watergate. The premise that Ted Kennedy controlled the investigation and prosecution of Watergate was believable and well presented. My only problem is that the recordings which implicated Nixon himself were mostly overlooked. Other than that point, it was very well done.

Time on Two Crosses Audiobook by Bayard Rustin, Devon W. Carbado, Donald Weise

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Bayard Rustin) — Fri, 30 Nov 2012 11:56:36 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Time on Two Crosses Subtitle: The Collected Writings of Bayard Rustin Author: Bayard Rustin, Devon W. Carbado, Donald Weise Narrator: Sean Crisden Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs Language: English Release date: 11-30-12 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Bayard Rustin (1912 to1987), the famed openly gay African American organizer, taught Martin Luther King Jr. strategies of nonviolence during the Montgomery Bus Boycott, thereby launching the birth of the civil rights movement in 1955. Widely acclaimed as a founding father of modern black protest, in 1963 Rustin reached his pinnacle of notoriety as organizer of the March on Washington. His open homosexuality, however, remained a point of contention among black church leaders, with controversy sometimes embroiling even King himself. Time on Two Crosses showcases the extraordinary career of this black gay civil rights pioneer. Spanning five decades, the book combines classic texts ranging in topic from Gandhi's impact on African Americans, white supremacists in Congress, the antiwar movement, and the assassination of Malcolm X. Historical black-and-white photographs are included in this insider's account of the civil rights movement. Members Reviews: Ghandi in America If the meek shall inherit, than Bayard Rustin must be a very rich man. Not that the man was personally meek, but his circumstances were. He was a gay black man who was marginalized by the Civil Rights movement he helped found but not embittered by the experience. His thoughtful writing ennobles us all by reading it, especially at this time as we make history by electing our first Black president. I wish Rustin were here to see it. In his thoughtful collection Rustin never fails to come down on the proper side of a moral or ethical question, no matter whom it may offend or support. Bayard Rustin felt that his homosexuality, which he never hid, put him in a unique position. Placed in a minority at the bottom of every other minority, Rustin was engaged in the eradication of prejudice while suffering it himself. His gentle words place no blame, instead he understands. A true hero for the ages. Bayard Rustin. Five stars. Great read. Thoughts relating to intersectionality from an intersectional civil rights leader Bayard Rustin to me is a civil rights leader whose writing are still relevant -- especially at the intersection of African-American and Gay Liberation civil rights movements. And, his insights about other civil rights efforts -- such as the women's civil rights movement -- were quite enlightening. For anyone interested in learning lessons about past civil rights movements of minority community members -- especially for activists in more recent civil rights movements (such as the immigration and transgender civil rights movements) -- this is definitely worth the read. A Timely Revisit Amazing collection - a must read for our times What an amazing man This is probably the best book I've read all year. Rustin is so under-appreciated. Hopefully he will emerge as one of the most significant figures of the period. The horror of how he was treated by people seeking rights is sad, but I'm that much more grateful that he persevered. The gay brotha speaks! The person who organized the 1963 March on Washington for Civil Rights was a black gay man! Two eminent scholars, Carbado and Weise, who have done much to open space for black gay studies continue that tradition by compiling some of Bayard Rustin's most famous speeches. The book starts with a well-done biography of the leader.

Injustices Audiobook by Ian Millhiser

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ian Millhiser) — Tue, 24 Mar 2015 07:50:19 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Injustices Subtitle: The Supreme Court's History of Comforting the Comfortable and Afflicting the Afflicted Author: Ian Millhiser Narrator: Joe Barrett Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 14 mins Language: English Release date: 03-24-15 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 56 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Few American institutions have inflicted greater suffering on ordinary people than the Supreme Court of the United States. Since its inception the justices of the Supreme Court have shaped a nation where children toiled in coal mines, where Americans could be forced into camps because of their race, and where a woman could be sterilized against her will by state law. In this powerful indictment of a venerated institution, Ian Millhiser tells the history of the Supreme Court through the eyes of the everyday people who have suffered the most from it. America ratified three constitutional amendments to provide equal rights to freed slaves, but the justices spent 30 years largely dismantling these amendments. Then they spent the next 40 years rewriting them into a shield for the wealthy and the powerful. In Injustices, Millhiser argues that the Supreme Court has seized power for itself that rightfully belongs to the people's elected representatives and has bent the arc of American history away from justice. Critic Reviews: "An impressive debut offering explanations based on coherence between people, cases, and the events they adjudicated." (Kirkus) Members Reviews: Is It HALF FULL or HALF EMPTY ? It Depends ! Any additional comments? I bought this book because the author was interviewed by Stephanie Miller on her show on Free Speech TV. The title and interview sounded a bit negative. However, I thought I would give it a listen, hear for myself, and make up my own mind. To get the most out of this book one should have a general understanding how the Federal district courts, the Federal circuit court, and the Supreme Court work individually and together. The next paragraph provides a summary of the structure of the federal court system that does not occur until chapter 7 and is missed in part one of the book; however, if you already know the court structures skip the next paragraph. SC History: the ratification of the United States Constitution established the Supreme Court in 1789. Its powers are detailed in Article Three of the Constitution. The Supreme Court is the only court specifically established by the Constitution, and all the others were created by Congress. The Court first convened on February 2, 1790, by which time five of its six initial positions had been filled. The sixth member joined on May 12, 1790 every decision that it made is done by a majority of the Justices setting on a case. Congress has always allowed less than the Court's full membership to make decisions, starting with a quorum of four justices in 1789. Article III of the United States Constitution leaves it to Congress to fix the number of justices. The Judiciary Act of 1789 called for the appointment of six justices, and as the nation's boundaries grew, Congress added justices to correspond with the growing number of judicial circuits: seven in 1807, nine in 1837, and ten in 1863. In 1866, Congress passed an act providing that the next three justices to retire would not be replaced thinning the bench to seven justices by attrition. Consequently, one seat was removed in 1866, the second in 1867. However in 1869, the Circuit Judges Act returned the number of justices to nine, where it has since remained. The book starts into Supreme Court (SC) history toward the end of the Civil War in 1863.

Lone Survivor- SEAL-Team 10 Hörbuch von Marcus Luttrell, Patrick Robinson

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Marcus Luttrell) — Mon, 17 Mar 2014 23:56:46 GMT

Hören Sie sich dieses volle Hörbuch kostenlos bei https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> Titel: Lone Survivor- SEAL-Team 10 Untertitel: Einsatz in Afghanistan Autor:: Marcus Luttrell, Patrick Robinson Erzähler: Frank Arnold Format: Unabridged Spieldauer: 12 hrs and 44 mins Sprache: Deutsch Veröffentlichungsdatum: 03-17-14 Herausgeber: Random House Audio, Deutschland Bewertung: 1 von 5 von 1 Stimmen Kategorien: Nonfiction, Politics Zusammenfassung des Herausgebers: Der authentische Bericht des einzigen Überlebenden von Operation Red Wings. Auf einmal stand da eine Armee... SEAL-Team 10: eine Elitetruppe. Die Mission: einen Al-Qaida-Führer zur Strecke bringen. Der Feind: Dutzende zu allem entschlossene Taliban-Kämpfer. Vier SEALs gegen eine ganze Armee. Und dann bricht die Hölle los. Die Army schickt Helikopter zur Verstärkung. Neunzehn Männer kommen um, ein einziger kehrt zurück. Dies ist sein Bericht. In einer sternenklaren Nacht im späten Juni 2005 verlassen vier US Navy SEALs ihre Basis im nördlichen Afghanistan in Richtung pakistanische Grenze. Ihr Auftrag: Gefangennahme oder Tötung eines hochrangigen Al-Qaida-Führers, der mit Osama bin Laden operieren und sich in den Bergen versteckt halten soll "Lone Survivor" ist die Geschichte von Marcus Luttrell, des einzigen Überlebenden der Operation Red Wings. Nicht nur seine drei Kameraden sterben im Gefecht mit einer unterschätzten gegnerischen Truppe, auch die komplette Besatzung des Special-Operations-Aviation-Regiments, das zur Rettung per Hubschrauber losgeschickt wurde, findet den Tod. Nur dank der Hilfe von Einheimischen, die ihn aufnehmen, pflegen und vor den Taliban beschützen, überlebt der schwer verletzte Luttrell. Seine Geschichte handelt von Angst, Tod und grenzenlosem Leid, aber auch von Mut und Treue, von Freundschaft und Hoffnung - und von dem unbedingten Willen zu überleben. ©2014 Heyne Verlag (P)2014 Random House Audio Mitglieder Bewertungen: I HATE IT!!!! I Hate it because I can't deleted it!!!!!!!!!!! and its really annoying because it has two much chapters.

We're Still Right, They're Still Wrong Audiobook by James Carville

biacuaduc@gmail.com (James Carville) — Tue, 30 Aug 2016 15:47:39 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: We're Still Right, They're Still Wrong Subtitle: The Democrats' Case for 2016 Author: James Carville Narrator: James Carville, Tom Stechschulte Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 08-30-16 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 89 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: James Carville is the best-known and most-loved political consultant in American history. He is also a speaker, a talk-show host, an actor, and an author with six New York Times best sellers to his credit. Part of a large Southern family, he grew up without a television and loved to listen to the stories his mama told. Mr. Carville lives with his wife, Mary Matalin, and their two daughters in New Orleans. Members Reviews: Spot on. Carville holds nothing back. This should be required reading prior to any voter entering the ballot box. Love his insight mixed with Cajun humor. insightful This was an incredibly informative book. it was well worth the read. Read this book. Great book I Love James Carville's honest assessment. He laid out the facts and has a good argument for the Democrats. Mostly right but one very big wrong I enjoyed this book & the performance was great. The narration made this easy to follow ... clear voice & enunciation. DNC is on the right side of the issues IMHO & the book offers strong arguments. But I was dismayed when the DNC pushed for HRC's candidacy as this book did also. That's when you lost the argument. I still give 5 stars & faith the DNC will do some deep reflection. A book that's entertaining and informative I saw the author on an episode of Realtime and figure what the heck... I was very much impressed by his take on the current election. The fact that he starts this book off with a drink recipe says what most are thinking when it comes to this election cycle...we must all be drunk in order to deal with this! Would recommend to others

Attack of the Theocrats! Audiobook by Sean Faircloth

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Sean Faircloth) — Thu, 26 Dec 2013 14:11:24 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Attack of the Theocrats! Subtitle: How the Religious Right Harms Us All - and What We Can Do About It Author: Sean Faircloth Narrator: Sean Faircloth, Richard Dawkins Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 12-26-13 Publisher: Pitchstone Publishing Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 219 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: At no time in history has the United States had such a high percentage of theocratic members of Congress - those who expressly endorse religious bias in law. Just as ominously, especially for those who share the values and views of Thomas Jefferson and James Madison, at no other time have religious fundamentalists effectively had veto power over one of the country's two major political parties. As Sean Faircloth argues in this deeply sobering yet highly engaging book, this has led to the crumbling of the country's most cherished founding principle - the wall of separation between church and state. While much of the public debate in the United States over church-state issues has focused on the construction of nativity scenes in town squares and the addition of "under God" to the Pledge, Faircloth, a former politician and current executive director of the Secular Coalition for America, moves beyond the symbolism to explore the many ways federal and state legal codes privilege religion in law. He demonstrates in vivid detail how religious bias in law harms all Americans-financially, militarily, physically, socially, and educationally - and directs special attention to the outlandish words, views, and policy proposals of the most theocratic politicians, a group he labels the Fundamentalist Fifty. Sounding a much-needed alarm for all who care about the future direction of the country, Faircloth concludes by offering an inspiring ten-point vision of an America returned to its secular roots and by providing a specific and sensible plan for realizing this vision. Both his vision and his plan remember and remind that the United States is, above all else, one nation under the Constitution. Sean Faircloth is the director of policy and strategy for the Richard Dawkins Foundation for Reason and Science (US). He served for a decade in the Maine State Legislature, where he successfully spearheaded over thirty pieces of legislation. He was elected majority whip by his colleagues in his last term. Richard Dawkins is a scientist and author of numerous best sellers, including The Magic of Reality, The Greatest Show on Earth, and The God Delusion Members Reviews: Was expecting more but well worth it Although I enjoyed this book and is one of the better critical thinking books out there (actually interesting and not too long headed) I wanted more out of it. There just wasn't enough practical methods of dealing with looney religious wackos. It boils down to marketing, exposure, and keeping an audiences attention. It's about image and not what you say. This is where skeptics miss the mark every time. It's sad really when geek culture is so relevant nowadays but at least this book is a spark of hope. A Solid Message Foiled by Author's Self-Narration If you could sum up Attack of the Theocrats! in three words, what would they be? On Religio-Industrial villainy. How would you have changed the story to make it more enjoyable? This is former Majority Whip Sean Faircloth casting a light on the evils of believers put in positions of power. It's an undeniably important message, and the lengthy discussion of childcaregivers is some gruesome, damning stuff.

¿Por qué fracasa Colombia? Audio Libro por Enrique Serrano López

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Enrique Serrano López) — Thu, 04 Jan 2018 05:34:23 GMT

Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> Título: ¿Por qué fracasa Colombia? Autor: Enrique Serrano López Narrador: Gonzalo Rojas Formato: Abridged Duración: 5 hrs and 54 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 01-04-18 Editor: Planeta Colombia Categorías: Nonfiction, Politics Resumen del editor: Tras el rotundo éxito de William Ospina con Pa' que se acabe la vaina, Enrique Serrano escribe aquí su propia visión del pasado y el futuro del país desde una acera ideológica distinta y con un resultado igualmente notable. En medio de las negociaciones de paz y ante la evidencia de un sistema partidista incapaz de renovarse, Serrano demuestra que los grandes hitos de la historia colombiana desde los tiempos de la colonia están marcados por el fracaso, es decir, por la evidencia de un país fallido. Ni libro coyuntural, ni libro de historia, Nuestra Colombia fracasada de cada día es un ensayo con voluntad anticipatoria que solo podría escribirse con erudición absoluta sobre el pasado nacional. Enrique Serrano decidió soltarse a decir más de una verdad incómoda. Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. Opiniones de los miembros: Buen intento de explicar por que Colombia no es una ... Buen intento de explicar por que Colombia no es una nación exitosa. Sin embargo, un título más exacto sería "Por qué Colombia es así". El autor hace una buena descripción de la Colombianidad, pero en mi opinión no queda claro por qué esos rasgos que determinan la identidad de Colombia como nación hacen que fracase o como decimos los colombianos: siempre nos queden faltando cinco centavos para el peso. One Star Demasiadas opiniones personales. Mucha subjetividad

American Power and Liberal Order Audiobook by Paul D. Miller

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Paul D. Miller) — Fri, 07 Apr 2017 13:37:60 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: American Power and Liberal Order Subtitle: A Conservative Internationalist Grand Strategy Author: Paul D. Miller Narrator: Maxwell Zener Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 04-07-17 Publisher: University Press Audiobooks Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: The wars in Iraq and Afghanistan convinced many policymakers and scholars that the United States should pull back in international affairs and that restraint should guide grand strategy. Paul D. Miller offers a tough-minded critique of this trending body of thought, arguing that US security in fact depends on active, sustained support of the international liberal order. Miller blends academic rigor with his experiences as former Director for Afghanistan and Pakistan on the National Security Council to offer conservative internationalist prescriptions for US grand strategy. Dismissing claims of overextended US resources and perceived safety, Miller argues that nuclear autocracies, armed non-state actors, failed states, and the transnational jihadist movement still pose immense threats to American security and the international system. His analysis offers policy options for balancing against the nuclear autocracies, championing liberalism to maintain the balance of power in its favor, targeting militant non-state actors, investing in governance in weak and failed states, and strengthening homeland security. As Miller shows, these necessary steps will fortify the international liberal order that forms the outer perimeter of American security - and aid US efforts to craft a more just peace among nations. Critic Reviews: "Deserves a wide reading among those who take an interest in grand strategy and in America's relationship with the world." (Hal Brands, Duke University) Members Reviews: Engaging in theory and perfectly practical; best grand strategy book of the decade I may not have rushed this book to the top of my reading list and instead been content to absorb the author's ideas from an IWP (Institute for World Politics) podcast I happened upon... were it not for an off-handed, yet revealing comment the author made on his own IR (International Relations) theory. Every country not only needs but already has a grand strategy. What is not written down in doctrine is still exercised every day through the behavior of a country's leaders, influenced by its culture and perceptions. A grand strategy simply takes what already exists and organizes the behavior for maximum effect (pg. xiii). Liberal order is not only socially healthy but security smart, "... liberal order is the outer perimeter of American security (pg. 13)." So how does one influence, to maximum effect, a culture of liberal norms? Paul Miller's grand strategy of promoting liberal values borrows heavily from but does not rest completely on Reinhold Niebuhr. The Christian realism of Niebuhr warns that we are all tempted to the same injustice that we seek to eradicate; we are all allured to the same destructive pride we condemn in our foes. Even if liberalism is the best option the world has to promote freedom and create a space for peace (Dean Curry, "World Without Tyranny"), ideas do not flourish simply by virtue of being correct. Paul Miller has just enough IR theory to bolster his grand strategy but not too much to drown out the practical application of his thesis. Perhaps this keeps in step with Miller's own perception of classical, structural and neo variants of realism. While correct on the pride of human nature and the importance of power, IR realism might be too academic for cultural realities.

Fighting for Air Audiobook by Eric Klinenberg

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Eric Klinenberg) — Fri, 25 Jan 2008 14:01:14 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Fighting for Air Subtitle: The Battle to Control America's Media Author: Eric Klinenberg Narrator: Tom Weiner Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 13 mins Language: English Release date: 01-25-08 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Opening with the story of the Minot tragedy, Eric Klinenberg's Fighting for Air takes us into the world of preprogrammed radio shows, empty television news stations, and copycat newspapers to show how corporate ownership and control of local media has remade American political and cultural life. Klinenberg argues that the demise of truly local media stems from the federal government's malign neglect, as the agencies charged with ensuring diversity and open competition have ceded control to the very conglomerates that consistently undermine these values and goals. Critic Reviews: "Eric Klinenberg has given us a chilling report on how the American news media, increasingly concentrated, have made a mockery of the commitment to operate 'in the public interest, convenience, and necessity.'" (Daniel Schorr, senior news analyst for National Public Radio) Members Reviews: Used for my Spring 2016 course Very informative for school Review Book looks and feels brand new. Got the book for a class and barely have time to read it. Likely will sell it once school out. Five Stars This book is in very good condition . What to do about media consolidation should be the #1 issue in the 2008 election. The genie is out of the bottle. Over the past 15 years our radio and television stations, newspapers and magazines have been gobbled up by a handful of media conglomerates. Turn on the radio in just about any city in this nation and you will hear the same tired and unimaginative programming. Local content has largely been eliminated on a good many of these stations and the number of commercials has increased dramatically. In many of our largest cities media companies are allowed to operate up to 8 radio stations, 3 televisions stations, cable TV service and even the local newspaper. It is an alarming state of affairs to say the least! In his new book "Fighting For Air: The Battle To Control America's Media" author Eric Klinenberg brings these critical issues to our attention. While the American public has been asleep at the switch our President, the Congress and those who are supposed to regulate such matters have allowed companies like Clear Channel, Entercom, Citadel and Infinity to gobble up our local media. If you have grown tired of all of the canned programming and recognize the importance that local media outlets have played throughout American history then this is a book you should definitely consider. So how did this happen? Over the past two decades our government has been "deregulating" media. At one time, no company was allowed to own more than one television station in a community. The number of radio stations were also strictly regulated. And the FCC would never have allowed a company that owned a major daily newspaper to own a television station in the same town. All of this began to change in the 1980's as broadcasters cried poverty and declared that they were having a difficult time turning a profit. There was some truth to this claim, particularly for small to medium size AM radio stations. Broadcasters petitioned to have ownership restrictions relaxed and as you will see the deregulation of our media began in earnest in the late 80's. Perhaps the most dramatic and controversial measure was the Telecommunications Act of 1996.

The Illuminati: The Ultimate Illuminati Guide with All You Need to Know About the Illuminati and Its

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jack Porter) — Wed, 10 Jan 2018 05:19:19 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Illuminati: The Ultimate Illuminati Guide with All You Need to Know About the Illuminati and Its Best Conspiracies! Author: Jack Porter Narrator: Daniel McColly Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 01-10-18 Publisher: Ingram Publishing PTY LTD Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: This audiobook takes you back in time to when the Illuminati was first established. It explains its inception and the path it took to become the powerful force that it is today. The Illuminati was once thought to have been shut down for good, but this audiobook shows you how it has managed to survive and spread around the world. This audiobook will take you through some of the most popular theories involving the Illuminati. This includes their alleged involvement in terrorism, their plans for a New World Order, their influence in the showbiz industry, and some famous deaths that they are believed to be behind. This complete guide to the Illuminati will broaden your mind and help to show you just how much control this secret society really has! Members Reviews: Conspiracy, What!? One world government, conspiracy, influence and the World's Elite. If you're someone interested in the order of the world and possible explanations of future events, then this would be a great read! Some of the things I read in this book are a little disconcerting. EXCELLENT This book contains helpful information about the Illuminati and its history, goals, and beliefs as well as some famous conspiracy theories associated with the order. Buy, read,and review this book, your opinion is important. THIN But, full of good info. Pretty much all I've seen on tv shows buy more supportive of facts we all know. Four Stars Fascinating Good Book Great Read I would recommend this the anyone!

If Only They Didn't Speak English Audiobook by Jon Sopel

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jon Sopel) — Thu, 07 Sep 2017 19:00:01 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: If Only They Didn't Speak English Subtitle: Notes From Trump's America Author: Jon Sopel Narrator: Jon Sopel Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 09-07-17 Publisher: Random House Audiobooks Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: As the BBC's North America Editor, Jon Sopel has had a pretty busy time of it lately. In the 18 months it's taken for a reality star to go from laughingstock to leader of the free world, Jon has travelled the length and breadth of the United States, experiencing it from a perspective that most of us could only dream of: he has flown aboard Air Force One, interviewed President Obama and has even been described as 'a beauty' by none other than Donald Trump. Through music, film, literature, TV and even through the food we eat and the clothes that we wear we all have a highly developed sense of what America is and through our shared, tangled history we claim a special relationship. But America today feels about as alien a country as you could imagine. It is fearful, angry and impatient for change. Reflecting on his journey across the continent to cover the most turbulent race in recent history, Jon Sopel lifts a lid on the seething resentments, profound anxieties and sheer rage that found its embodiment in a brash, unpredictable and seemingly unstoppable figure. In this fascinating, insightful portrait of American life and politics, Jon sets out to answer our questions about a country that once stood for the grandest of dreams but which is now mired in a storm of political extremism, racial division and increasingly perverse beliefs. Members Reviews: Very funny indeed Another account of our post-truth society and yet, I found this book highly amusing. Whether it's Jon Sopel's interpretation of the non-existing 'special relationship', or his dry and factual yet humorous way of talking about what led to Trump and Brexit as well as the Post-Trump and Post-Brexit era (I'm not sure what's worse), I enjoyed this book from start to finish. And if the world falls apart, one can count on the BBC and their reporters to do an excellent job reporting on it. Really good I really liked this book and listened to it all in just a few days. I usually dip in and out of different books but this one really held my attention. Lots of interesting information and ideas. It gave me a much deeper understanding of familiar issues. Although I already knew America was very differen to Britain it was amazing to get an insiders perspective of just how different it is. I definitely recommend this book. Brilliant insight into the differences between ourselves and our American cousins Really enjoyed this book, Jon Sopel gives a brilliant and simple look at the differences between ourselves in the UK (or should I say us here in Europe) and the good ol' US of A! Whilst I say simple, I don't mean in a 'Janet and John' way, the book is full of interesting facts (none of which appear to be alternative facts either) and statistics that make it easy to see how really quite different our cultures are. If you've been fortunate enough to have spent anytime in the US, somethings that Jon talks about will be instantly recognisable. Jon's narrative is excellent and it's like listening to a much extended news cast (and I mean that in the best possible way).

Power Wars Audiobook by Charlie Savage

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Charlie Savage) — Tue, 03 Nov 2015 03:50:58 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Power Wars Subtitle: Inside Obama's Post-9/11 Presidency Author: Charlie Savage Narrator: Dan Woren Format: Unabridged Length: 27 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 11-03-15 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 53 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Charlie Savage's penetrating investigation of the Obama presidency and the national security state. Barack Obama campaigned on a promise of change from George W. Bush's "global war on terror". Yet from indefinite detention and drone strikes to surveillance and military tribunals, Obama ended up continuing - and in some cases expanding - many policies he inherited. What happened? In Power Wars, Charlie Savage looks inside the Obama administration's national security legal and policy team in a way that no one has before. Based on exclusive interviews with more than 150 current and former officials and access to previously unreported documents, he lays bare their internal deliberations, including emotional debates over the fates of detainees held on torture-tainted evidence and acts of war that lacked congressional authorization. He tells the inside stories of how Obama came to order the killing of an American citizen, preside over an unprecedented crackdown on leaks, and keep a then-secret National Security Agency program that collected records of every American's phone calls. Savage also pieces together the first comprehensive history of how American surveillance secretly developed over the past 35 years, synthesizing recent revelations and filling in gaps with new reporting. And he provides lucid explanations of legal dilemmas in a way that nonlawyers can understand. Highlighted by new information about the pivotal aftermath to the failed Christmas underwear bombing and the planning for the Osama bin Laden raid, Savage's own eyewitness reporting at Guantánamo, and detailed accounts of closed-door meetings at the highest levels of government, Power Wars equips listeners to understand the legacy of Obama's presidency. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your Library section along with the audio. Members Reviews: Great review of Executive National Security power Would you listen to Power Wars again? Why? Maybe. It's not really the kind of thing that you listen to over and over, but I have gone back already to review certain sections. What was the most compelling aspect of this narrative? Charlie Savage has a narrative about how Obama has continued or expanded many of the Bush-era national security moves and he does a great job of explaining why. A large part has to do with the inertia of bureaucracy and legitimization of previously expansive views. Which scene was your favorite? No specific scene stands out, but the overall image of lawyers sitting around and creating a legalistic framework for these national security goals is repeated over and over. I have this picture in my head of lawyers sitting around conference tables arguing each of these issues as they strive to implement process. If you could give Power Wars a new subtitle, what would it be? The new boss is the same as the old boss... Very dense and little narrative Good for those readers who enjoy legal theory. Although not dry by any measure of the word, don't expect a page turner. Excellent If you could sum up Power Wars in three words, what would they be? For all those who actually believe Obama is weak on terrorism and those 'radical islamic terrorists'. What did you like best about this story? Mr.

Making the Future Audiobook by Noam Chomsky

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Noam Chomsky) — Thu, 27 Dec 2012 23:40:20 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Making the Future Subtitle: Occupations, Interventions, Empire and Resistance Author: Noam Chomsky Narrator: Peter Johnson Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 5 mins Language: English Release date: 12-27-12 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 110 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Making the Future presents more than 50 concise and persuasively argued commentaries on U.S. politics and policies, written between 2007 and 2011. Taken together, Chomsky's essays present a powerful counter-narrative to official accounts of the major political events of the past four years: the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq; the U.S. presidential race; the ascendancy of China; Latin America's leftward turn; the threat of nuclear proliferation in Iran and North Korea; Israel's invasion of Gaza and expansion of settlements in Jerusalem and the West Bank; developments in climate change; the world financial crisis; the Arab Spring; the assassination of Osama bin Laden; and the Occupy protests. Laced throughout his critiques are expressions of commitment to democracy and the power of popular struggles. "Progressive legislation and social welfare," writes Chomsky, "have been won by popular struggles, not gifts from above. Those struggles follow a cycle of success and setback. They must be waged every day, not just once every four years, always with the goal of creating a genuinely responsive democratic society, from the voting booth to the workplace. Critic Reviews: "Unwavering political contrarian Noam Chomsky smart-bombs the U.S. military's global Interventions (City Lights). Shock and awe!" (Vanity Fair) Members Reviews: Fifty-Two Reasons to Listen to Chomsky Grasping the data, and using uncompromising logic, Chomsky offers a counter-narrative to the rah-rah mock distress of mainstream reportage on U.S. foreign policy--"We had no choice but to go in there, we have to support these dictators to spread freedom." Afghanistan, Israel, global melting, the recession-- you'll recognize every current headline as well as less-talked-about conflicts in Somalia, and Georgia. One of the reasons Chomsky's writing is so meaningful to his readers is that he never fails to relish the alternative. He has his eyes set on those who are trying and winning their battle against corporate hegemony. He groks the daily triumphs and insights, not the ceremonies and awards. If you FEEL the dissonance between what you hear in the news vs. what you see in front of you start here to find out why. Reader Ruined the Book My greatest objection to the book is the reader's dreadful performance. In my opinion, his reading was entirely mechanical. What small changes there were in the reader's tone and inflection came at regular intervals, like expansion joints in a highway, regardless of the content or meaning of the text. It was like watching the same 15-second video clip over, and over, and over again. The reading obliterated the nuances of Chomsky's text and obscured Chomsky's subtle arguments. Moreover, the reader's voice was not pleasant to my ears. Unless you are a news junkie and policy wonk, the issues Chomsky discusses are terribly dated. The middle years of the last decade and the 2008 American presidential elections seem as distant as the 1850s. In a fawning foreword, the writer strangely chooses to portray Chomsky as a sort of intellectual track star, a man on fast forward who meets deadlines, churns out articles and gives speeches like a champion athlete setting a new world record.

Off Script Audiobook by Josh King

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Josh King) — Tue, 26 Apr 2016 18:14:47 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Off Script Subtitle: An Advance Man's Guide to White House Stagecraft, Campaign Spectacle, and Political Suicide Author: Josh King Narrator: Josh King Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 39 mins Language: English Release date: 04-26-16 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 21 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: From a former White House presidential events production director comes an illuminating journey through the most catastrophic scenes of political stagecraft since the "age of optics" in 1988. The responsibility of being a public figure is no walk in the park - the world highlights politicians' every mistake. "Image collapse" can befall anyone whose carefully cultivated persona is analyzed by and filtered through intermediaries in the broadcast booths of cable news networks or behind the photo desks of newspapers, magazines, and today's host of digital platforms. As someone who orchestrates television- and photo-ready moments involving important political figures, Josh King has unique experience working with the reputations of public figures. In Off Script, King leads listeners through an entertaining behind-the-scenes journey through the most catastrophic scenes of political stagecraft since the dawn of the "age of optics" in 1988. Listeners might recall these moments as simple cases of bad luck, but King argues that they were actually symptomatic of something deeper in how we view our leaders. We tour nearly 30 years of history to set the stage for the age of optics and then turn to the Obama administration and what King calls the "vanilla presidency". King shows how Barack Obama began his term in office as more guarded and more protective of the presidential persona than anyone in history, and as we arrive at the election of 2016 and beyond, we have to wonder: Will our future president follow Obama's example? If so, how will that influence the relationship between our nation's citizens and their leader? Members Reviews: Somewhat boring The writer / reader gave a completely dispassionate performance. Very repetitive. Not as much insight as I had hoped. Great content, but authors shouldn't narrate Very interesting content, but as an audiobook, this book fails big time. Not always, but typically authors should not read their own work. This is a perfect example why. Could have been very cool to insert the actual audio "clip" segments. At the very least, it needs a professional voice actor. Sad, because it's fascinating content. I learned a lot. This book is a great way to learn about the art of politioptics through historical stories.

American Politics: Bolinda Beginner Guides Audiobook by Jon Roper

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jon Roper) — Wed, 04 Apr 2012 05:29:39 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: American Politics: Bolinda Beginner Guides Author: Jon Roper Narrator: Adrian Mulraney Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 41 mins Language: English Release date: 04-04-12 Publisher: Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: To understand the world events today, you need to understand American politics. Exploring the principles enshrined in the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution, Jon Roper provides a sharp analysis of how history has shaped the way America governs itself.Examining the recent emergence of the right-wing Tea Party movement, President Obamas administration, American foreign policy, and the role of powerful lobbies, this is the perfect primer for anyone interested in the worlds most powerful (and controversial) country. Editorial Reviews: Adrian Mulraneys soothing and inviting Australian lilt guides the listener through Jon Ropers thoroughly researched yet accessible primer on American politics, which spans the countrys inception in the Declaration of Independence to the historic election of Barack Obama, while providing historical context and insight into its core principles and foundations, such as the balance of power, the formation of parties, and policies regarding military intervention. Regardless of ones opinions on American policy, theres no denying its influence stretches far and wide, and Ropers intelligent and even-handed overview is a great place to start for those seeking to gain a better understanding of the U.S. political system. Members Reviews: Good history but far from instructional If you're looking for a through history of the American political system, you'll be quite happy with this book. I personally found it to be quite good at explain what steps led to certain developments in the American political system. The neutral viewpoint of the book was largely refreshing rather than having bias towards either party that in my view poisons many core lessons when one wants to learn of politics. It was pure fact and causality (A+B=C), no agendas or propaganda to glorify or vilify either democrats or republicans. That being said, if you're looking for a book that teaches you about the current political system down to the nuts and bolts, you'll probably be disappointed. Where it shines in history, it lacks in instruction. You get the why, but not the how. This was my biggest gripe about the book. But that aside, the reader was well spoken and like I said earlier the history was very enlightening. I'd recommend it, so long as you temper your expectations a little. Thorough but boring It might just be that I don't find politics interesting which is why I felt compelled to purchase this book so I could learn more. I just found myself drifting off quite a lot during the audio. Detailed overview of American political history and I'm sure I'll visit it again in the future. Divided by the same language....... Excellent overview, if you want to appreciate the political scene in The United States without the bias from friends then this is a great way gain an introduction, packed with information, use the bookmarks to act as a guide for future reference.

The Eighty-Twenty Rules Audiobook by William Thomas Novak

biacuaduc@gmail.com (William Thomas Novak) — Wed, 30 Jun 2010 13:37:12 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Eighty-Twenty Rules Subtitle: Rules No Longer Author: William Thomas Novak Narrator: Alan H. Sklar Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 5 mins Language: English Release date: 06-30-10 Publisher: Gashouse Productions NYC Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: The Pareto Principle, or the 80/20 Rule, is the product of the mind of Vilfredo Pareto (1848-1923). In a nutshell, it asserts that, in most situations, 80% of outcomes are the product or outcome of 20% of efforts. In this audiobook, you will hear how America's new political and social landscape is impacting this principle and how this alteration may affect your life, and the life of others. Author William Novak grew up in Illinois and Indiana. He enjoyably taught elementary education for thirty-one years. Once a shoeshine boy, he literally learned a great deal at the feet of many fascinating barbershop patrons. A survivor of a tornado in 1990, he now lives in Southwestern Indiana. His hobbies are theology, philosophy, politics, baseball, 60s music, and anything nostalgic. He is the father of two daughters, both living in North Carolina. Narrator Alan Sklar has been a freelance voice actor for over 18 years, voicing radio/TV commercials and VNRs. narrating everything from audio books and documentaries to thousands of corporate and medical video projects. He has had great success with some high profile titles like A Civil Action and Black Hawk Down. He lives in New York with his wife, former model Anita.

Communist Manifesto and Social Contract (Knowledge Products) Giants of Political Thought Series

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ralph Raico) — Mon, 26 Jun 2006 11:53:27 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Communist Manifesto and Social Contract (Knowledge Products) Giants of Political Thought Series Author: Ralph Raico Narrator: Craig Deitschman Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 54 mins Language: English Release date: 06-26-06 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 35 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Social Contract, by Rousseau, argues that people secure their liberty by entering into an implied contract with government. Rather than being protected by natural rights, their liberty is secured by the "general will", one of the most famous and troublesome ideas in political theory. This presentation explores Rousseau's concept of social order and its implications for individual freedom and the good of society. Members Reviews: Well done I enjoyed these, both, very much. The producers -- Knowledge Products -- employ both quotes and analysis of the title works, along with the author's life experiences. This offers the listener an overview of the works, not simply a dry reading. If you're at all interested in 18th-19th century political philosophy, give this a try. Deceiving but still useful! This book is not a reading of the communist manifesto. Rather it talks about Karl Marx and select passages of the manifesto. I must say though, after reading this first, the communist manifesto made a lot more sense and in context.

Triple Cross: How bin Laden's Master Spy Penetrated the CIA, the Green Berets, and the FBI

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Peter Lance) — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 08:04:24 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Triple Cross: How bin Laden's Master Spy Penetrated the CIA, the Green Berets, and the FBI Author: Peter Lance Narrator: John Pruden Format: Unabridged Length: 17 hrs and 41 mins Language: English Release date: 12-08-11 Publisher: HarperCollins Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 27 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: This is the story of the most dangerous triple-agent in US history. Peter Lance, author of the highly acclaimed 1000 Years for Revenge and Cover Up, returns to uncover the story of Ali Mohamed, a trusted security advisor of Osama bin Laden who hoodwinked the United States for more than a decade. As Lance reveals for this first time, this one man served in a series of high-security position within the United States security establishment, as a Special Forces advisor, FBI informant, and CIA operative, while simultaneously helping orchestrate the al Qaeda campaign of terror that led to 9/11. In October 2000, after tricking three US intelligence agencies for almost two decades, Ali Mohamed appeared in handcuffs and a blue prison jumpsuit in a Federal District courtroom on Manhattan's Lower East Side, where he pleaded guilty five times. His crimes included brokering terror summits, financing an attack on two Black Hawk helicopters, training jihadis in improvised bomb building, and the creation of secret cells. And yet, for decades Mohamed had lived the life of a Silicon Valley computer executive. How this evildoer moved in and out of and around the US is just one of the questions answered. From the Able Danger scandal of the Clinton Administration to today's CIA Leakgate, Mohamed appears at nearly every crucial turn of America's terror probes. An important final piece to the 9/11 investigation, Triple Cross penetrates Mohamed's secret past and the dark reaches of Al Qaeda to reveal the danger that still threatens America and its internal security. Critic Reviews: "A chilling account of a killer who slipped through the hands of a daft justice system. Triple Cross chronicles one of the most vicious spies of our time." (Toronto Sun) Members Reviews: i kinda believe it kinda crazy, i need to check if the facts are true or not . and i would like to cross check maybe in feture . but this book the is slam in the face of usa intelligence SO WE BLEW IT.... NOW WHAT? The upsetting news isn't that disfunctional intelligence agencies failed to connect the dots, or even take the dots seriously but rather that they may not have learned anything. Since this book was written, we got bin Laden and we've been fairly safe, more or less, but as Rumsfeld said it's the unknown unknowns that haunt us. I tend to think that the worst over-reactions are fazing out (the shoe removing at airports) but maybe I'm overly optimistic. I hope the FBI learned something and I hope they are doing a better job but maybe that's overly optimistic too. Disappointed in our FBI, CIA and Homeland Security I regret purchasing this book. John Pruden's narration was just too fast for me. With all the Muslim names and the abbreviations for various organizations, I could't keep up. Combine that with the fact the book appeared to be a never ending stream of situations (all very factual and true i believe) all supporting Peter Lance's assertion. In my opinion, the Preface told most of the story, the part of the book (12 chapters) I was able to listen to supported the Preface. I finally had to stop listening, it became an endless drown of Muslim names, dates and places. I did get more than enough from the book to be very upset with the agencies which could have prevented 9/11.

The Republican Noise Machine Audiobook by David Brock

biacuaduc@gmail.com (David Brock) — Tue, 18 May 2004 10:08:14 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Republican Noise Machine Subtitle: Right-Wing Media and How it Corrupts Democracy Author: David Brock Narrator: Michael Kramer Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 05-18-04 Publisher: Books on Tape Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 120 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Former right-wing journalist David Brock uses his keen understanding and experience to show how a conservative media has skewed American politics noticeably to the right. Brock's incisive analysis of right-wing media theories, strategies, financing, and operations makes for a convincing argument that the Republican Right does not embrace or encourage journalistic freedom, but instead seeks to control it. With billions of dollars to spend and a readiness to demonize dissenting voices, combined with trends toward media consolidation as well as deregulation of the airwaves, the conservative media machine possesses the tools needed to shape the national consciousness. ©2004 David Brock (P)2004 Books on Tape Members Reviews: A 4 star book (If you are a political junkie) This book is only for political junkies. If you are not a real junkie, then start with Al Franken's Lies and the Lying Liars. The topic is similar and Al's is as serious but is shorter and funny too. Mr Brock starts the book off with a nice 10 minute summary and then for the next 14 hours, explains how the Republican Noise Machine works. One of his first examples explains how President Nixon wanted to start the rumor that the media had a liberal bias. His slush fund was used to make a badly written book, that stated that the media had a liberal bias, be on the best sellers list. He quotes many studies that say there never was a liberal bias, in fact the opposite. But if the Noise Machine keeps saying anything enough, people believe it. He continues with names and examples and examples of how this Machine works to dominate every aspect of our lives. Using a billion dollars, they support 1000's of writers, think tanks, talk radio shows, papers, magazines, Web sites and cable networks to get the Republican talking points heard. They start by supporting conservative college papers and hire the writers and pay them well, to work at their conservative think tanks and publish articles based on the Republican talking points. Truth is NOT required. Vast Right Wing Conspiracy is an understatement. When I purchased the book from audible, it had a 1 star rating. This is exactly what the book is about. The Republican Noise Machine On Amazon the book has all 4 and 5 star ratings, except for one, 1 star rating. If you look at the user that gave the book a one star rating, you'll see he also gave Blinded by the Right, all Michael Moore's and Al Franken's books a 1 start rating. And funny, ANN COULTER books got a good rating. Want to bet that the people who rated this book so far, didn't really read it. An eye opening listen Rather than refute this author, the facts are easily checked. David was an insider and knows that anything slightly left of extreme right is automatically considered liberal and will be attacked by the republican noise machine. David knows that a large part of America does it's best to tune the media out because of the constant color commentary, feeding it's own ego, and patting itself on the back. This book explains how the machine works and who the interconnected players are, (which may surprise some) by a person who was disconnected from the Right Wing Machine for being too journalistically accurate and irrefutably correct.

Compassion Versus Guilt and Other Essays Audiobook by Thomas Sowell

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Thomas Sowell) — Thu, 14 Dec 2006 11:31:22 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Compassion Versus Guilt and Other Essays Author: Thomas Sowell Narrator: Michael Kevin Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 12-14-06 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 45 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Sowell offers opinions on social and foreign policy, law, education, and race, criticizing the trend of American politics since Reagan and reserving his sharpest criticism for special-interest groups, such as homosexual lobbies, welfare and pay-equity beneficiaries, and political "victims" of all kinds. His essays are tied together by an analysis of the costs and benefits of various concepts, proposals, and actions, and an emphasis on common sense. Critic Reviews: "Known as an expert in the economics and politics of race, [Sowell] is also a thinker of wide-ranging interests, as attested by these provocative writings." (Library Journal) Members Reviews: A Great Mind Thomas Sowell is one of the greatest free-thinkers of today. A wonderful guy too, check out his other titles on Audible! still relevant today many of these articles are still relevant today, and the others are an interesting view of history. however, I prefer most of sowells other books to this collection of articles

Les Deplorables Audiobook by Ronald T. Libby

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ronald T. Libby) — Fri, 13 Oct 2017 04:54:21 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Les Deplorables Subtitle: How the Tea Party Put Trump into Office & Rules America Author: Ronald T. Libby Narrator: Thomas Block Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 42 mins Language: English Release date: 10-13-17 Publisher: Twelve Tables Publishers Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Les Deplorables focuses upon Donald Trump's third revolutionary effort to dismantle Franklin Roosevelt's new deal programs of big government that have dominated America since the depression of the 1930s. The first effort was Ronald Reagan's Moral Majority counterrevolution from 1980-89. The second attempt was led by Newt Gingrich's 1994 Contract with America and Republican control of Congress in the 1990s. This book explains the third American revolution in the aftermath of the Tea Party's victory in the 2016 election. The leader of the revolution, Donald J. Trump, can aptly be described as the Tea Party President of the United States. Despite winning the presidency, however, the Tea Party is engaged in a battle with establishment Republican (RINOs) for control of Congress and the media. The outcome of this contest will determine the success of the Trump revolution. If Trump's presidency is successful in carrying out his Tea Party agenda, Franklin Roosevelt's big government regime will end. Accompanying this revolutionary change will be a realignment of the party system that will likely overthrow the Democrats and make the Republicans the dominant political party under Tea Party leadership. Trump's Tea Party coalition, therefore, threatens the political establishment of both major parties, Wall Street, social elites, and the federal bureaucracy. This fits the classic definition of a revolution in which citizens overthrow the ruling elite. It is comparable to the American Revolutionary War of the 18th Century in which the founders of the new American Republic defeated the most powerful ruling elite in the world - the British Empire. Members Reviews: Tea Party Trump The text analyzes the effectiveness of the political revolution, led by the Tea Party, and its determination to dismantle the big government that has existed since FDR's New Deal. Dr. Libby examines how the Tea Party's expansion in the federal bureaucracy and its success in gaining control of the White House by getting Donald Trump into office, effectively allowing the expansion of the Tea Party's agenda. This an excellent book and I encourage anyone interested in Government and Politics to give it a read. Trumpism dissected Excellent analysis of the last election from an objective pure algorithmic political scientist . From the opening reference quote to Ghandi, " first they ignore you, then they ridicule you, then they fear you, then they fight you", Dr. Libby provides an insightful history of this epic election cycle and how it has usurped the political establishment , both right and left, creating a new revolutionary paradigm for America and the political entity which it embodies. Must read for every American and every political scientist despite the ignorance and denial by the mainstream.

The Green Book Audiobook by Muammar Al Qathafi

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Muammar Al Qathafi) — Tue, 10 May 2011 07:21:10 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Green Book Author: Muammar Al Qathafi Narrator: John Gillmore Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 05-10-11 Publisher: FreshBeat Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: A three part treatise on Democracy, Economics, and Social Relationships. Members Reviews: Five Stars Great a must read a must read Review of the Gadathi Green Book Excellent outline of socialism as appropriate for a collection of Tribes. The principles are solid and the outline of the Peoples Conferences system of direct input into Government instead of the current representation by Political Parties could be a rallying point for the Occupy Movement relative to Political Reform. Amazon did a speedy supply and deliver routine. Good Book Very thought provoking book! I love his book and if we could each read it ... Many are not a fan of Gathafi and his views but I am! I love his book and if we could each read it and take something away we could seriously better the world.

Healing Our World Audiobook by Dr. Mary J. Ruwart

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Dr. Mary J. Ruwart) — Thu, 15 Sep 2016 22:18:30 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Healing Our World Subtitle: The Compassion of Libertarianism Author: Dr. Mary J. Ruwart Narrator: Kathleen Godwin Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 09-15-16 Publisher: Listen and Think Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 12 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Through its win-win approach, Healing Our World illustrates how the rules of social interaction which we learned as children hold the secret to universal harmony and abundance. Visit Ruwart.com to sign up for Dr. Ruwart's blog. ©2015 SunStar Press (P)2016 Listen and Think Audio Members Reviews: best book on libertarianism With many examples on every topic, this is the best book on this subject of libertarians that I have read/listen to/Or lecture on. This should be the number book shared if you want to help spread libertarian ideas. Very Good Book! This book offers a full explanation of the libertarian philosophy that will benefit everyone from those newly interested in the ideas, to those that think theyve heard all the arguments. Id recommend this to all friends and family. Best libertarian book I've read Although I bought the e-book version too, I never read it and ended up listening to this audiobook, which I found less daunting. I am a slow reader and listener, but after a few months of intermittent listening in my car, I finally finished it! I have already read books like "Economics in One Lesson" and "The Revolution", but this book was way more thorough and also appealed to my former left / center-left leanings. I especially enjoyed the original and creative solutions such as Swiss bomb shelters, the "military olympics", or how animals in some parts of Africa are protected thanks to private land ownership. I now have a much deeper understanding about the world's main issues. Would definitely recommend for any new libertarian.

Standing Guard Audiobook by P. Chidambaram

biacuaduc@gmail.com (P. Chidambaram) — Wed, 15 Feb 2017 08:19:09 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Standing Guard Subtitle: A Year in Opposition Author: P. Chidambaram Narrator: Sartaj Garewal Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 02-15-17 Publisher: Audible Studios Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Authored by P. Chidambaram, one of India's best-known politicians, Standing Guard offers a keen economic and political analysis of India@2015 - the tumult of the 2015 Bihar election, the debates surrounding the Land Acquisition Amendment ordinances and the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Bill, and the alarming rise of intolerance. In this rare collection of essays, Chidambaram refuses to shy away from any subject, no matter how contentious. With characteristic candour he examines issues as varied as the true mandate of the Reserve Bank of India, the implications of the Union Budgets, the successes and failures of the United Progressive Alliance governments, and the formidable challenges that lie ahead of the Modi regime. Equally, the author presents a compass for the future - underscoring the need for humility while administering a complex nation and for accommodating Opposition voices for the greater common good. In presenting, at once, a critique and a constructive road map, this book plays out the true meaning of a vibrant democracy - a system of governance in which the Opposition stands guard and remains as responsible as the government of the day. Standing Guard is evidence why P. Chidambaram is considered not just an accomplished economist and administrator, but also a statesman of the finest calibre. Members Reviews: Mostly newspaper worthy articles. The author though is one ... Mostly newspaper worthy articles. The author though is one of India's most celebrated Finance ministers. His scale of understanding and effectiveness as an administrator is unparalleled. But this particular book is a letdown. Good read as a critical analysis of Governemnt policies The book presents critical view point against current government policies. Useful to understand opposition view point. However, it presents all arguments with analysis and data. Good read.

How to Be Secular Audiobook by Jacques Berlinerblau

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jacques Berlinerblau) — Sat, 02 Feb 2013 02:15:25 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: How to Be Secular Subtitle: A Call to Arms for Religious Freedom Author: Jacques Berlinerblau Narrator: Scott Douglas Wilson Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 32 mins Language: English Release date: 02-02-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Weary of religious conservatives urging "defense of marriage" and atheist polemicists decrying the crimes of religion? Sick of pundits who want only to recast American life in their own image? Americans are stuck in an all-or-nothing landscape for religion in public life. What are reasonable citizens to do? Seen as godless by the religious and weak by the atheists, secularism mostly has been misunderstood. In How to Be Secular, Berlinerblau argues for a return to Americas hard-won secular tradition; the best way to protect religious diversity and freedom lies in keeping an eye on the encroachment of each into the other. Berlinerblau passionately defends the virtues of secularism, reminds us what it is and what it can protect, and urges us to mobilize around its cause, which is for all Americans to continue to enjoy freedom for - and from - religion. This is an urgent wake-up call for progressives in and out of all faiths. Members Reviews: Knowledge every US citizen should embrace I liked the book, but in my case the author is preaching to the choir, and I read it in short sessions so it never had a chance to "flow" as a good read. Short, concise and well argued. The only issue ... Short, concise and well argued. The only issue: a bit heavy on the fear mongering. Religious sentiments rise and fall; right now they're rising, but will likely fall off again after a decade, perhaps two. The prescription he offers for getting heads together is commendable, yet I don't see how it's possible in the current climate as there's just too damn much bickering going on right now and someone will need to censure the extremes on both ends of the theist and anti-theist spectrums. Good Book I thoroughly enjoyed this book getting to know the history and challenges of being a secularist. The word secular is poorly defined by most in large part due to the effort to inculcate religion into the fabric of the government. After reading this book I have become much more aware of religion in government which, in the long run, will lead to disintegration of whatever remains of the democratic ideal. A new way to look at religious freedom This is a thoughtful book on relationships among secularism, atheism, and religion. It made me rethink my position on being secular. Excellent "How to" book. This should be required readng for all Secular Humanists. Very informative. Actually more than "how to". Mr. Berlinerblau describes how to be a positive activist.

Time for Change Hörbuch von Yanis Varoufakis

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Yanis Varoufakis) — Wed, 02 Dec 2015 15:23:07 GMT

Hören Sie sich dieses volle Hörbuch kostenlos bei https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> Titel: Time for Change Untertitel: Wie ich meiner Tochter die Wirtschaft erkläre Autor:: Yanis Varoufakis Erzähler: Frank Stöckle Format: Unabridged Spieldauer: 4 hrs and 57 mins Sprache: Deutsch Veröffentlichungsdatum: 12-02-15 Herausgeber: Verlag Herder Bewertung: 5 von 5 von 2 Stimmen Kategorien: Nonfiction, Politics Zusammenfassung des Herausgebers: Der ehemalige griechische Finanzminister Yanis Varoufakis hat ein Buch geschrieben, in dem er seiner Tochter die Welt der Wirtschaft erklärt. Ähnlich wie in "Sofies Welt" die Philosophie erklärt wird, gibt Varoufakis hier einen leichtverständlichen und kurzweiligen Einblick in die Welt der Wirtschaft. Autorenporträt: Yanis Varoufakis, geboren 1961, ist ein griechisch-australischer Wirtschaftswissenschaftler und Autor zahlreicher Buch- und Zeitschriftenpublikationen. Er war Professor für ökonomische Theorie an der Universität von Athen und an der Lyndon B. Johnson School of Public Affairs der Universität in Austin, Texas. Von Januar bis Juli 2015 war er Finanzminister der Regierung unter Alexis Tsipras. Frank Stöckle, geb. 1964 in Stuttgart, ist Sprecher, Saitenkünstler und Schauspieler. In Funk und Fernsehen gehört er zu den gefragtesten Sprechern. ©2015 Hanser Verlag (P)2015 Herder Mitglieder Bewertungen: Tolles Buch über Volkswirtschaft Faszinierend! Ich habe noch nie ein Sachbuch gelesen, das so anschaulich geschrieben wurde. Einerseits geht es zum Großteil um Grundideen, die ich bereits kannte, wie Inflation, Deflation usw., jedoch wurden mir manche Zusammenhänge und Abläufe erst jetzt deutlich. Nebenbei kommt man problemlos vom Zigarettenhandel in Kriegsgefangenenlagern bis zu Bitcoins, von der Wirtschaftsgeschichte bis zum Emissionshandel. Die meisten Beispiele zieht der Autor aus dem Alltag, aber auch aus "Faust", "Blade Runner" und "Matrix". Ich bin beeindruckt, wie klar und unterhaltsam der Autor auf weniger als 200 Seiten die Grundzüge der Volkswirtschaft erklärt.

Losing Our Way Audiobook by Bob Herbert

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Bob Herbert) — Tue, 07 Oct 2014 23:06:47 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Losing Our Way Subtitle: An Intimate Portrait of a Troubled America Author: Bob Herbert Narrator: Bob Herbert Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 14 mins Language: English Release date: 10-07-14 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 31 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: In his 18 years as an opinion columnist for The New York Times, Herbert championed the working poor and the middle class. After filing his last column in 2011, he set off on a journey across the country to report on Americans who were being left behind in an economy that has never fully recovered from the Great Recession. The portraits of those he encountered fuel his new book, Losing Our Way. Herberts combination of heartrending reporting and keen political analysis is the purest expression since the Occupy movement of the plight of the 99 percent. The individuals and families who are paying the price of Americas bad choices in recent decades form the books emotional center: an exhausted high school student in Brooklyn who works the overnight shift in a factory at minimum wage to help pay her familys rent; a 24-year-old soldier from Peachtree City, Georgia, who loses both legs in a misguided, mismanaged, seemingly endless war; a young woman, only recently engaged, who suffers devastating injuries in a tragic bridge collapse in Minneapolis; and a group of parents in Pittsburgh who courageously fight back against the politicians who decimated funding for their childrens schools. Editorial Reviews: "Bob Herbert has written a terrific and important book about America. It is an incisive examination of our nations tragic unwillingness to address the overwhelming problems we face. We cant go forward unless we face reality. Herbert has the courage to do that." (U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders) Critic Reviews: "In vivid anecdotes and moving portraits, Herbert humanizes the many problems he uncovers, and he clearly believes that Americans can, and will, band together to set the nation on a new course."(Kirkus Review) "Asked by a World War II veteran, What happened to us?, Bob Herbert does what he has done all through his remarkable career as a journalist: he sets out to find the answers from the ground up. Searching out the stories and experiences of everyday Americans, and digging deep into facts and figures from the high noon of capitalism to the widening gulf of our present vast inequalities, he takes us to the heart and core of our troubles while holding firmly to the conviction of his lifetime: that the truth shall set us free. Here is America as revealed by a great reporter whose empathy with everyday people inspires trust on their part, honesty on his, and discovery for all who make the journey with him." (Bill Moyers) Members Reviews: Truth. Eye-opening! Facts and truths accomplished! We WILL fall if we don't rise. So, now what?! The great benefactor of truth & eloquent sadness. Bob Herbert is an excellent narrator and author in this well tailored body of work. Every change in which you have seen take place in this country over the last, 30 plus years , he has also. In a comprehensive manner he speaks of which you know ,yet are ambivalent to admit . Because we have truly "lost our way" .

Whose Freedom? Audiobook by George Lakoff

biacuaduc@gmail.com (George Lakoff) — Tue, 27 Jun 2006 12:35:04 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Whose Freedom? Subtitle: The Battle Over America's Most Important Idea Author: George Lakoff Narrator: George Lakoff Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 06-27-06 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 55 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Engaged citizens can regain their power. Our government can function honestly. In this critical time for our country, Lakoff argues that it is possible for progressives to reclaim freedom and communicate effectively about its real meaning. Members Reviews: Fantastic This book is an important read for anyone with progressive passions or ideals. You dont have to be a left-winger to take away its valuable lessons on the American traditions of Freedom. However, those on the far-Christian-right and those fundamentalists of the Invisible Hand will no doubt be discouraged by its tone. The author creates a fantastic, systematic analysis of conservative vs. progressive thought and maps it into cognitive science. The ideas in this book have rejuvenated my passion toward freedom and given me a solid basis for discussion of progressivism with others. For years, Ive secretly challenged the contradictions and paradoxes of the populist Right, as I could never correctly deconstruct it. Now I understand Freedom is more than markets; it requires rights, free-movement, and unobstructed access for all. Compelling and enlightening Wow! I find this a potent and helpful view into the explanation for the different ways of reasoning of today's dominant conservative rhetoric versus classic liberal thought. All this time, I couldn't understand how my Republican associates "didn't get it" and refused to believe some very compelling fact about the ruling party's behavior and justifications. It all makes sense now. Important ideas to grapple with No one will accuse George Lakoff of being a gifted writer, or narrator for that matter. Both his writing and his reading are just OK: workmanlike, successful, but not delightful. However, as the subtitle suggests, the "idea of freedom" he is analyzing is important and I found the analysis compelling. Agree or disagree with Lakoff's conclusions, if you find the ideal of "freedom" or "liberty" important, you need to work your way through Lakoff's basic insights. At worst you will understand your own thinking better; at best you will have a genuinely useful new understanding. Another gift from Linguistics at UC Berkeley Lakoff is not as anti-american as Noam Chomski but certainly has more in common with Marx than mainstream America. While accusing the radical right of spin, tired socialist philosophy is framed as (self flattering) "progressive". Lakoff over simplifies left-right ideology into nurchuring progressives v.s. "strict father" radical rightists. According to him, all you have to do is reframe freedom in terms like "freedom from want" and people won't mind being forced by law to donate to socialist programs (presumably not a threat taxpayer's freedom). No new ideas here - just a long winded liberal rant sprinkled with a little brain biology pseudo-science. A real "progressive" would have ideas to move freedom forward rather than backward.

Top Secret America Audiobook by Dana Priest, William M. Arkin

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Dana Priest) — Fri, 09 Sep 2011 01:42:16 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Top Secret America Subtitle: The Rise of the New American Security State Author: Dana Priest, William M. Arkin Narrator: Dana Priest Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 09-09-11 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 83 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: The top-secret world that the government created in response to the 9/11 terrorist attacks has become so enormous, so unwieldy, and so secretive that no one knows how much money it costs, how many people it employs or exactly how many agencies duplicate work being done elsewhere. The result is that the system put in place to keep the United States safe may be putting us in greater danger. In Top Secret America, award-winning reporters Dana Priest and William Arkin uncover the enormous size, shape, mission, and consequences of this invisible universe of over 1,300 government facilities in every state in America; nearly 2,000 outside companies used as contractors; and more than 850,000 people granted "Top Secret" security clearances. A landmark exposé of a new, secret "Fourth Branch" of American government, Top Secret America is a tour de force of investigative reporting - and sure to spark national and international alarm. Members Reviews: Excellent, detailed account of a secret world This book is a fascinating look at the reality and the dangers of the U.S. government's decision since 9/11 to become overly concerned with secrecy and classifying information. The government has become so concerned about protecting secrets that it now classifies too much information, impeding the ability of law enforcement operations to work efficiently and effectively. On top of that, the government is now relentless spying on not just foreigners but American citizens as well with little oversight, citing the most baseless of suspicions and all in the name of fighting terrorism. The massive intelligence and spying system is guaranteed (if isn't already) to be abused in the future by administrations who want to target political enemies, as Nixon did when he ordered the FBI and CIA to harass anti-Vietnam activist groups and political enemies such as Daniel Ellsberg. The end result, as Priest and Arkin expertly document, is that this giant system that we are literally spending tens if not hundreds of billions of dollars a year on is actually making us less safe. There is no reliable way to measure its effectiveness, and as Priest writes, many functions are wastefully duplicated by various govt organizations (CIA, FBI, NSA, etc.) across the country. The information needed to make sense of the whole mess and to put the pieces together to improve the efficiency is classified and accessible only to select few top people in government with the high access to classified information. Yet the system is so complex and sprawling in size that no one person would ever have the time to make sense of the entire thing. It has taken Priest and Arkin years to get some sort of grip on what's going on, and that's working full time on this project. The end result is a vastly bloated system that enriches the private companies that make up Top Secret America all while hurting the ability of the law enforcement to stop possible terrorist plots. The government must sort through 1.7 billion pieces of communication it stores a day to find the 1 or 2 pieces that might give them clues to actual terrorist plots. There is far too much noise in the system, but the answer in Top Secret America to any problem, as Priest and Arkin write, is more not less.

The Politically Incorrect Guide to the South (and Why it Will Rise Again) Audiobook by Clint Johnson

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Clint Johnson) — Thu, 11 Jan 2007 04:08:59 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Politically Incorrect Guide to the South (and Why it Will Rise Again) Author: Clint Johnson Narrator: Dianna Dorman Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 51 mins Language: English Release date: 01-11-07 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 68 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Far from being the backwater of prejudice and ignorance that the liberal media would have you believe, the South has always been the center of American culture. From the founding fathers (Washington, Jefferson, Madison, Monroe, and many others) to the frontiersmen who tamed the West, to the country music and NASCAR-loving, Bible-thumping heart of "red state" America, the South is the quintessence of what's original, unique, and most loved about American culture. Members Reviews: Tubby Bearded Guy reference earned an extra star I have to be careful when writing this review because Clint Johnson was a friend and classmate of mine at the University of Florida. As a fan of mystery/thrillers I found this book a little hard to get through at times. But I did learn some interesting stuff. I didn't know Lincoln tried to recolonize slaves to other countries after the war. I didn't know the Emancipation Proclamation primarily freed slaves only in Confederate States. I learned I can now refer to Clint as a TBG (Tubby Bearded Guy) because he participates in Civil War reenactments. At times the book seemed somewhat anecdotal but knowing how tediously Clint researches his material I feel confident that it is fact based. I got somewhat of an eerie feeling knowing that the ultra left has kicked up its attempt to rewrite history since this book was written a decade ago. Clint was very prescient in having a feel of what was to come in this area. I could have done without the two or three seemingly interminable listings of colleges and universities that were ranked highly and located in the South. Lists generally do not were well in audio books. I also grew a bit weary of hearing about books and movies I'm not supposed to read or watch without really knowing why. Presumably they cast the South in a more positive light that you might expect (or the North in a less positive one). If I was a Southern history buff, this book would have generated five stars. One final caution. A book you're not supposed to read: "The Politically Incorrect Guide to the South (and Why it Will Rise Again), written by Clint Johnson, release date:01-11-07, Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Real History Not a bunch of lies like the school system teaches. Great information, and explanation of Southern Pride, and also great explanation of why the Confederate Flag. Say what you want, Johnson does a great job What did you love best about The Politically Incorrect Guide to the South (and Why it Will Rise Again)? I was pleased to see some very positive reviews from the North East on this title, and very disappointed to see the negative review from my home state of SC (most likely from a W.J. Cash fan). Stated, I purchased the book and enjoyed the first chapter immensely. Having grown up in the culture, Johnson nailed it down solid in that chapter. Also, having to have spent a fair amount of time in NY and NJ, he also pegged the shared view that many of us who have had to do business there, share. Regardless of where you at from in the world, this is great book for understanding why true Southerners think the way they do. Deo Vindice forever and God save the South! What other book might you compare The Politically Incorrect Guide to the South (and Why it Will Rise Again) to and why? The South Was Right and some of the short essays from Dr.

Turning the Tide Audiobook by Noam Chomsky

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Noam Chomsky) — Tue, 28 Jul 2015 00:03:25 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Turning the Tide Subtitle: U.S. Intervention in Central America and the Struggle for Peace Author: Noam Chomsky Narrator: Brian Jones Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 21 mins Language: English Release date: 07-28-15 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Noam Chomsky addresses relations throughout Central America and relates these to superpower conflicts and the overall impact of the Cold War on international relations. Turning the Tide succinctly and powerfully addresses three interrelated questions: Turning the Tide shows how US Central American policies implement broader US economic, military, and social aims even while describing their impact on the lives of people in Central America. A particularly revealing focus of Chomsky's argument is the world of US academia and media, which Chomsky analyzes in detail to explain why the US public is so misinformed about our government's policies. Whether the US initiates a major invasion in Central America or instead continues to support reaction through the region by economic pressure, CIA intervention, and proxy military activity, many US citizens will want to argue for a more humane policy. Chomsky provides the most compelling available analyses of what is going on, why, and what concerned citizens can do about it. Members Reviews: Can you Handel the truth? Should be required reading for every American. An in-depth look at the real terrorist, and their propaganda machine. turning the tide audible chomsky's books are tough for audible, but content is conveyed pretty well here. due to his encyclopedic knowledge of u.s. foreign policy, chomsky's work can be dense, which can make it tough for audio books. however, this book is invaluable for understanding U.S. intervention in central america particularly and it needs to be heard

Pakistan on the Brink Audiobook by Ahmed Rashid

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ahmed Rashid) — Thu, 15 Mar 2012 22:02:57 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Pakistan on the Brink Subtitle: The Future of America, Pakistan, and Afghanistan Author: Ahmed Rashid Narrator: Arthur Morey Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 03-15-12 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 77 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: What are the possibilitiesand hazardsfacing America as it withdraws from Afghanistan and reviews its long engagement in Pakistan? Where is the Taliban now in both of these countries? What does the immediate future hold, and what are Americas choices going forward? These are some of the crucial questions that Ahmed RashidPakistans preeminent journalisttakes on in this follow-up to his acclaimed Descent into Chaos. The escalation of the war in Afghanistan has deepened a long-standing crisis in its neighbor to the east. Pakistans political and military leadership has exhibited neither the courage nor the will to carry out major reforms in the countrys foreign and economic policies. The Pakistani state still fosters many extremist jihadi fighters, even as the Pakistani Taliban directly threaten that very state. Social services are near collapse, law enforcement is abysmal, economic hardship is widespread, natural disasters occur with little government assistance, and the majority of the population has no security. During the first years of the Obama administration, the critical U.S.-Pakistan relationship has been in a state of virtual meltdown. American strategy has reflected contradictory policies, intense political infighting, and uncertainty about U.S. aims in the region. All parties to the conflict in Afghanistan and to the deterioration in Pakistan have made terrible mistakes, acting with arrogance, hubris, rigidity, and stubbornness. While struggles for democracy are occurring in countries that have hitherto known nothing but dictatorship, South and Central Asia, the birthplace of Al Qaeda, remains beset by extremist groups and nuclear weapons. Yet Afghanistan and Pakistan have a greater impact on global stability than anywhere else, and the decisions made by America and the West in the coming years about Pakistan will affect the security and safety of the world. For three decades, Ahmed Rashid has reported, written, and spoken about the wars and political events he has witnessed and has been lauded internationally for his levelheaded, informed insights. As an up-to-date briefing from one of the worlds leading experts, and as an exhortation toward peace and understanding, Pakistan on the Brink is Rashids most urgent book. Members Reviews: Useful Introduction to the Puzzle of Pakistan This book provides a very useful framework for making some sense of the strange behavior that Pakistan often seems to exhibit in its relations with the US and the Western world. It is also a very informative introduction to the tangled politics, ethnic conflicts, economic backwardness and religious extremism that characterize elements of Pakistani and Afghan society and account for much of the violence that we often see in news headlines. These factors make it clearly wishful thinking to assume that all will be well once the US and NATO forces depart Afghanistan in 2014.

Brexit: What the Hell Happens Now? Audiobook by Ian Dunt

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ian Dunt) — Thu, 07 Dec 2017 08:60:40 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Brexit: What the Hell Happens Now? Subtitle: 2018 Edition Author: Ian Dunt Narrator: Ian Dunt Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 12-07-17 Publisher: Canbury Press Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Read by author Ian Dunt, this is your blunt guide to Brexit. Journalist Ian Dunt reveals how leaving the EU will hit law, politics, and business. Based on expert advice, this revised edition of his 2017 best seller reveals the true story of Britain's biggest issue, stripped of the gloss put on it by its cheerleaders. It is incisive and important, and growing more so by the day. Reviewers have praised the book's intelligence and brevity. What is special about this audiobook? It is fast-paced and informative - and it is based on extensive research with experts across law, trade, and politics. Michael Gove may think that the British public has had enough of experts, but Ian Dunt and Canbury Press disagree. Reviews: "Highly recommended" - Nick Cohen, Spectator "Excellent. A must-read. Harass every MP until they read Dunt's book" - AC Grayling "I would strongly recommend this excellent guide. Dunt has taken the extraordinary step of asking a set of experts what they think. I learnt a lot." - Philip Collins, Prospect "A definitive account of just how much confusion and ignorance has surrounded this entire debate." - James O'Brien, LBC "Compact and easily digestible. I would encourage anyone who is confused, fascinated or frustrated by Brexit to read this book. You will be far wiser by the end of it." - Caroline Lucas, co-leader, Green Party "Tory right-wingers who weep for the days when Britannia ruled the waves need not bother with this book. Nor will it be of interest to [left-wing] fantasists. Everyone else could learn a great deal." - James Coldwell, Fabian Review "If you are looking for a good guide to Brexit and what comes next, I can recommend Brexit: What the Hell Happens Now?" - Tom Watson, deputy leader, Labour Party Members Reviews: A little bit wiser about the Brexit issue. Having voted for Brexit and expecting things to change more rapidly than they are. This book greatly improved my understanding of what is really going on. It illustrates why things are taking so long. It highlights some of the pitfalls that are facing our politicians it also shows how inept the main characters in the leave team are to follow through with their claims prior to the vote and how they are not really the right people to carry out the will of the people in the smoothest transition from in the EU to out of the EU. This book tells you far more than about the shape of Brexit deals that are likely to be achieved and accepted than May and her partners in crime are telling the British public. It's a bit pesamistic if she gets it wrong but also hopeful that she will be strong enough to pull out the very best deal for all of us and in time restore The UK to powerful independanc. Well worth reading. The best forensic guide to the disaster of Brexit If you could sum up Brexit: What the Hell Happens Now? in three words, what would they be? An exceptional forensic analysis of the self imposed harm Brexit has inflicted on the country What about Ian Dunts performance did you like? A model of clarity

State of the Union (February 18, 1981) Audiobook by Ronald Reagan

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ronald Reagan) — Tue, 03 Feb 2015 16:12:02 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: State of the Union (February 18, 1981) Author: Ronald Reagan Narrator: Ronald Reagan Format: Original Recording Length: 37 mins Language: English Release date: 02-03-15 Publisher: ABN Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: President Ronald Reagan, one of the most effective public speakers in presidential history, was known as "The Great Communicator". This is his State of the Union address on February 18, 1981.

Unhinged Audiobook by Michelle Malkin

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Michelle Malkin) — Fri, 24 Oct 2014 10:12:23 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Unhinged Subtitle: Exposing Liberals Gone Wild Author: Michelle Malkin Narrator: Douglas R. Pratt Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 10-24-14 Publisher: Regnery Publishing Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Unhinged: Exposing Liberals Gone Wild is Michelle Malkin's unrestrained and uncensored exposé of hate-mongering Leftists. With wit, wisdom, and a bullet-proof vest, Malkin ruthlessly and raucously skewers the myths of liberal tolerance, peace, and civility while responding to the incendiary insults and vile slurs directed at her and other conservatives. With infuriating details that are not for the faint of heart, Malkin chronicles the bizarre world of foaming-at-the-mouth Leftists in their natural habitats: the mainstream media, academia, Hollywood, and Washington. Members Reviews: Awesome Book!!! Michelle Malkin takes the Institutional Left of America to task for their wakey antics and their insane rhetoric. Mrs. Malkin uses humor and wit to explain that the left has lost their collective grip on reality and Moral decency. Definitely a book I will listen too again and soon since the same antics by the left are being plied to President-elect Trump.

Blockchain : La révolution de la confiance Livre Audio par Laurent Leloup

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Laurent Leloup) — Thu, 17 Aug 2017 08:45:17 GMT

Écoutez ce livre audio dans son intégralité gratuitement sur https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> Titre: Blockchain : La révolution de la confiance Auteur: Laurent Leloup Narrateur: Jerome Carrete Format: Unabridged Durée: 4 hrs and 40 mins Langue: Français Date de publication: 08-17-17 Éditeur: AB Publishing Evaluation: 5 sur 5 sur 1 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Résumé de l'éditeur: Le livre audio plus compréhensible de la technologie lequel change le monde ! "Deuxième révolution numérique", "ubérisation ultime", "machine à confiance"... la blockchain laisse présager une révolution des usages comparable à celle portée par l'Internet dans les années 90. La promesse de la blockchain est en effet majeure : des transactions instantanées à des coûts minimes et sans organe central de contrôle. Cette technologie a le potentiel de totalement changer les règles du jeu dans de nombreux secteurs économiques, à commencer par le système bancaire. Comment se préparer ? Laurent Leloup décrypte de façon très pédagogique le fonctionnement d'une blockchain, les expériences en cours, les perspectives. Surtout, il pointe les questions à se poser et aide à diagnostiquer les opportunités liées à la blockchain dans chaque secteur. Au-delà des implications économiques, c'est une profonde transformation sociétale qui s'annonce. Car la blockchain est avant tout une révolution de la confiance, portée non plus par un tiers de confiance - banquier, notaire, etc. -, mais par un système décentralisé et partagé. Un nouveau monde se profile. Laurent Leloup a fondé en 2006 Finyear Group, qui publie les quotidiens Finyear & Blockchain Daily News et produit de nombreux événements. En 2016, il a cofondé Blockness, une startup centrée blockchain, France Blocktech, l'association de l'écosystème blockchain français, et Blockchain Valley (campus, centre de formation, incubateur). >> Ce livre audio en version intégrale vous est proposé en exclusivité par Audible et est uniquement disponible en téléchargement. ©2017 Groupe Eyrolles (P)2017 AB Publishing

The Rule of Nobody Audiobook by Philip K. Howard

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Philip K. Howard) — Mon, 14 Apr 2014 04:35:34 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Rule of Nobody Subtitle: Saving America from Dead Laws and Senseless Bureaucracy Author: Philip K. Howard Narrator: Allen O'Reilly Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 47 mins Language: English Release date: 04-14-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 55 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: The secret to good government is a question no one in Washington is asking: Whats the right thing to do? Whats wrong in Washington is deeper than you think. Sure, theres gridlock, polarization, and self-dealing. But hidden underneath is something bigger and more destructive. Its a broken governing system. From that comes wasteful government, rising debt, failing schools, expensive health care, and economic hardship. Rules have replaced leadership in America. Bureaucracy, regulation, and outmoded law tie our hands and confine policy choices. Nobody asks, Whats the right thing to do here? Instead, they wonder, What does the rule book say? Theres a fatal flaw in Americas governing systemtrying to decree correctness through rigid laws will never work. Public paralysis is the inevitable result of the steady accretion of detailed rules. America is now run by dead peopleby political leaders from the past who enacted mandatory programs that churn ahead regardless of waste, irrelevance, or new priorities. America needs to radically simplify its operating system and give peopleofficials and citizens alikethe freedom to be practical. Rules cant accomplish our goals. Only humans can get things done. In The Rule of Nobody, Philip K. Howard argues for a return to the framers vision of public lawsetting goals and boundaries, not dictating daily choices. This incendiary book explains how America went wrong and offers a guide for how to liberate human ingenuity to meet the challenges of this century. Members Reviews: Preachy, redundant, and unpersuasive I really wanted to like this book. I'm sympathetic with the thesis, but Howard just persistently talks at the listener in a condescending manner. He provides a few cases here and there of maddening rule abuse but doesn't offer any in depth analysis of why the culture of excessive rules is the way it is. It's as if the whole book he is repeatedly saying, "Bah! Look at this! Isn't this crazy??" Yes it is, Howard. So do the intellectual work that I thought I was paying for and tell me why it's like this. It's hard to believe this guy is an accomplished writer. If you want a more scholarly, persuasive book about dumb laws and government failure in general, read Why Government Fails So Often by Peter Schuck. He actually gives a more comprehensive analysis of the dumb law phenomenon and it's only one section of his book! Plus, you get way more for your money! I Wish Everyone Would Read This Book If I had the money, I'd buy a copy for every US voter. Howard calls attention to what is really paralyzing our government - a bureaucratic reversion to microscopically inane rules that 1) no one fully knows, 2) no one can change, and 3) provide "cover" for both amoral politicians as well as inept workers. It is April 15th and millions of Americans are doing their taxes - and cursing those incomprehensible forms. Welcome to the world of Administrative Rule-Making. I don't know how or why this happened - Howard says the administrative rule-making craze really got going around 1969 - the idea being that to have a "fair" government, you have to have a mechanistic ("automatic") government where office-holders (including bureaucrats) are not free to act prudently, but must act according to prescribed rules.

The Family Audiobook by Jeff Sharlet

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jeff Sharlet) — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 16:06:30 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Family Subtitle: The Secret Fundamentalism at the Heart of American Power Author: Jeff Sharlet Narrator: Jeremy Guskin Format: Unabridged Length: 16 hrs and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 10-20-09 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 198 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Behind the scenes at every National Prayer Breakfast since 1953 has been the Family, an elite network dedicated to a religion of power for the powerful. Their goal is "Jesus plus nothing". Their method is backroom diplomacy. The Family is the startling story of how their faith - part free-market fundamentalism, part imperial ambition - has come to be interwoven with the affairs of nations around the world. Editorial Reviews: Jeremy Guskin's intelligent voice draws listeners in to Jeff Sharlet's The Family, a complex exposé of an evangelical Christian association that is deeply embedded in American politics. Guskin's emotive yet unobtrusive performance is the perfect match for this impeccably researched and nuanced portrayal of The Family, a group somewhere between a religious denomination, a cult, and a shadow government. The Family operates as a network of cronies with a common leader and raison d'être: Jesus Christ. Sharlet's portrayal is deeply disturbing, yet he retains enough empathy with his subjects to make this a complicated story of an important political force. Critic Reviews: "Sharlet has done extensive research, and his thorough account of the Family's life and times is a chilling expose." (Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: This will tell you what's ailing America! Whew! As a result of this definitive study of fundamentalism I now have a new insight into why there have always been religious wars. Sharlet asserts that American Christian Fundamentalism is the singular most influential religious and political movement in the history of this country. It explains the rise of right wing conservatism in response to the era of the New Deal and the Fair Deal. In an all out war since the conclusion of the FDR/Truman years, Christian fundamentalism has sought to undo the Labor movement, social service networks, intellectualism and what they disdainfully name secular humanism to bring about the Kingdom of God, as defined by the movement. The writer did his homework in tracing the movement of radical fundamentalism from the founding preachers of the twenties/thirties to the modern politicians and mega church pastors who promote wealth and power as evidence of being blessed by their God. In the fundamentalist mind, America is the true promised land where their God will establish the perfect nation. Their concept of the manly Jesus is the lynchpin in all of this religious fervor, and the individual is the primary object of God's intent for His world. The craziness unfolds as the influence of this movement exerts itself it would be hilarious if it weren't so serious. This is a must for anyone seeking to trace the regressive tendencies of modern conservatism as it seems to have evolved. Not an easy read, this book held me spellbound. The narrator performed spectacularly in his presentation, and after I recover from being shaken up by this work, I will listen to it again! The Family Anybody concerned about maintaining the separation of church and state should read this book. If the members of "The Family" have their way, our secular government is in danger. This elite (well-funded) group of religious conservatives will not stop at anything in their quest to establish a Jesus obeying government.

Angry White Male Audiobook by Wayne Allyn Root

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Wayne Allyn Root) — Tue, 23 May 2017 17:18:02 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Angry White Male Subtitle: How the Donald Trump Phenomenon Is Changing America - and What We Can All Do to Save the Middle Class Author: Wayne Allyn Root Narrator: Thomas Allen Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 59 mins Language: English Release date: 05-23-17 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: The mainstream media and ultra-liberal Democrats can't understand why white voters, especially white men, are so angry. Wayne Allyn Root is an angry white male, and he knows why. This is his story, his testimony, and a look at what's happening to an entire group of good people: law-abiding, tax-paying, hard-working, middle-class people. They're being targeted, silenced, intimidated, persecuted - virtually wiped off the planet - in order to make guilty, politically correct white liberals feel better about themselves. It's open season on white males. And yes, you're damn right they're angry. In Angry White Male , Root makes his case why he and his brethren have every right to be angry. Millions of angry white males are not on the attack but rather responding in self-defense. Root urges the middle class to take charge before they are protested and legislated out of existence, penniless, powerless, jobless, afraid to speak for fear of being shouted down and immediately labeled "racist." Not afraid of being politically incorrect, Angry White Male exposes the unfair and unregulated policies, politically correct attitudes, and reverse racism that have recently oppressed and depressed the shrinking middle class - in voting, housing, guns, taxes, regulation, and jobs - and provides the playbook to empower listeners to protect their rights. They can do this by verbalizing, mobilizing, and protesting, getting out to vote in record numbers, pushing for term limits, fighting the "not so free" trade battle, fighting for a "Middle-Class Contract with America" and "Middle-Class Income Tax Vacation," and arming themselves with the "Middle-Class Weapon of Self-Defense." Let the revolution begin! Members Reviews: AND HERE WE THOUGHT HE WAS JUST A BIG MOUTH KNOW IT ALL!!! WOW, HE TELLS IT LIKE IT REALLY IS! MAKES FOR A GREAT READ! Great read Great read Wayne's got it Right Wayne Allyn Root hits the nail on the head. He is an excellent observer of the nation and what is happening in politics today (Politics = poly ticks or many ticks !!) Thoroughly enjoyed reading it Thoroughly enjoyed reading it. Root is insightful, interesting, and factual. Conservatives like me will come to support his values. Five Stars Powerful and very informative....worthy of reading....

Die Schlafwandler Hörbuch von Christopher Clark

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Christopher Clark) — Mon, 16 Sep 2013 16:41:13 GMT

Hören Sie sich dieses volle Hörbuch kostenlos bei https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> Titel: Die Schlafwandler Untertitel: Wie Europa in den Ersten Weltkrieg zog Autor:: Christopher Clark Erzähler: Frank Arnold Format: Unabridged Spieldauer: 29 hrs and 16 mins Sprache: Deutsch Veröffentlichungsdatum: 09-16-13 Herausgeber: Random House Audio, Deutschland Bewertung: 5 von 5 von 4 Stimmen Kategorien: Nonfiction, Politics Zusammenfassung des Herausgebers: Clark beschreibt minutiös die Interessen und Motivationen der wichtigsten politischen Akteure in den europäischen Metropolen und zeichnet das Bild einer Welt, in der gegenseitiges Misstrauen, Fehleinschätzungen, Überheblichkeit, Expansionspläne und nationalistische Bestrebungen zu einer Situation führten, in der ein Funke genügte, den Krieg auszulösen, dessen verheerende Folgen kaum jemand abzuschätzen vermochte. Schon jetzt zeigt sich, dass "Die Schlafwandler" eine der wichtigsten Neuerscheinungen zum 100. Jahrestag des Ausbruchs des Ersten Weltkriegs sein wird. Redaktionelle Rezensionen: Nur wenigen Historikern gelingt es, mit Sachbüchern zu Bestsellerautoren zu werden. Christopher Clark hingegen schafft dies mit seinem Monumentalwerk Die Schlafwandler. Wie Europa in den Ersten Weltkrieg zog. Sprecher Frank Arnold gelingt es darüber hinaus noch, ein packendes Hörbuch zu inszenieren, das Sie von Anfang an in seinen Bann zieht. Die Geschichte beleuchtet die Schuldfrage, wie es zum Ersten Weltkrieg kommen konnte, völlig neu. Kenntnisreich und informativ werden die Interessen und Motive der Großmächte betrachtet und die politischen Akteure mit all ihrem Misstrauen, ihrer Überheblichkeit und ihren nationalistischen Bestrebungen dargestellt. Frank Arnold glückt es, das umfangreiche Historienwerk spannend zu lesen und das Thema somit anschaulich zu vermitteln. Bei Ihnen kommt garantiert keine Langeweile auf und das Gehörte bleibt im Kopf. So macht Geschichtsunterricht Spaß! Audible wünscht gute Unterhaltung! Kritik Bewertungen: Eine Wucht. -- Süddeutsche Zeitung

The Devil Inside the Beltway Audiobook by Michael J. Daugherty

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Michael J. Daugherty) — Wed, 12 Feb 2014 07:44:51 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Devil Inside the Beltway Subtitle: The Shocking Expose of the US Government's Surveillance and Overreach Into Cybersecurity, Medicine and Small Business Author: Michael J. Daugherty Narrator: Clay Teunis Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 28 mins Language: English Release date: 02-12-14 Publisher: Broadland Press Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 18 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Small business owner Michael J. Daugherty is fighting back against US Government's sinister surveillance tactics in his audiobook, The Devil Inside the Beltway: The Shocking Expose of the US Government's Surveillance and Overreach into Cybersecurity, Medicine, and Small Business. During the past decade the US Government has teamed with private enterprise and academia to attack American small business by surveilling networks and picking up Americans' files they considered to be "shared" and "vulnerable." They used that information to expand and grow more than one government agency. Michael J. Daugherty, the small business owner who created LabMD, a cancer detection center in Atlanta, Georgia, became a victim of these governmental practices. What began with the unauthorized but government-funded procurement of medical data for 9000+ patients from his medical laboratory turned into a government supported, financially draining, extortion attempt. Taking you inside his five-year journey of government power grabs and intimidation tactics, Daugherty backs his riveting true story with engaging detail, including Congressional testimony, press releases, e-mails, letters and FOIA documents. But for the fact that everything in the audiobook really happened, it's like a brilliant political thriller. The cronies, lawyers, politicians and bullies...they are all right here in this stinging indictment. Members Reviews: One of the most frustrating books I have heard I sincerely hope that Mr. Daugherty listened to the performance of this book and for his sake that the tone was an accurate representation of his words. If not, Mr. Teunis did him a great disservice, as by the time the book was over I had begun to think I had never heard such a self-righteous, arrogant and contrary human being as I had just been subjected to. Having said that there were some decent points in this book and as an IT professional I can see where some of the challenges Mr. Daugherty faced could be helpful to others before they are put in a similar situation. There are some good reminders about how important policy adherence and process adherence is, and also some decent background on how not to respond if you ever get a similar letter from the FTC. Still, misbehavior or even flat out CYA on the part of the FTC notwithstanding, with each chapter I kept thinking how short-sightedness, and an arrogance that is unmatched by any I have seen before, brought about most of the problems Mr. Daugherty faced once the "incident" occurred. Time after time he responded to what seemed not unreasonable requests with stubborn obstructive behavior that probably cost him and his company thousands of dollars and years of unnecessary suffering. I do understand the underlying point Mr. Daugherty was trying to make regarding the "right" of anyone to access another's data under any circumstance's and in a perfect world his argument would be valid. But in a world subject to real evil players it was an unrealistic and naïve outlook to think the security experts who exposed the file were the only folks who had the technology or the incentive to go looking for unsecured networks and confidential files.

Weapon of A.S.S. Destruction Audiobook by Alfonzo Rachel

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Alfonzo Rachel) — Wed, 14 Nov 2012 19:51:29 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Weapon of A.S.S. Destruction Author: Alfonzo Rachel Narrator: Alfonzo Rachel Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 22 mins Language: English Release date: 11-14-12 Publisher: Macho Sauce Productions Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 187 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Liberals are all about love. They love poor peopleas long as they stay poor. They love choiceas long as it's not in education, energy, healthcare, or commerce. They love rightsas long as we're not talking about the rights of the unborn. They love black peopleas long as they stay on the Democrat plantation. So they just love Alfonzo Rachel. Weapon of A.S.S. (American Socialist States) Destruction obliterates liberal lies - from the so-called "party switch" to the money-grubbing self-righteousness of the green movement. Poverty pimps, Afrocentrics, RINOs, Demon-crats, whatevuh...all of you jive turkeys better watch out! 'Cause Zo's about to drop some truth bombs up in here! Critic Reviews: "Whats always kind of fascinated me about Zo is the fact that hes funny without ever making jokes. Most of the time hes just disassembling the opposition with a sort of good-natured logic. I dont even know why its amusing, but it is. Maybe because the lefts reasoning is so silly that, when Zo exposes it, its natural absurdity comes out. In any case, the guy is just a pleasure to spend time with." (Andrew Klavan, Best Selling author Social/Political commentator) "Zo's distillations are breathtaking and so funny.....I was stunned for hours by the most provocative, riveting and cohesive social statements that Ive read in the last twenty years. Zo touched, in some way...everything.....with such focus and force....I laughed so hard on the plane people thought I was crazy!" (Dwight Schultz, Actor, A-Team, Star Trek, Radio talk show host) "Zo has powerful things to say, and when he says them he says them in such a straightforward, honest and truthful way that the sound you hear ringing in your ears is simply the ring of truth, clearly and bravely uttered." (Bill Whittle, Social/Poitical Commentator) Members Reviews: Zo hit it Have you listened to any of Alfonzo Rachels other performances before? How does this one compare? I've listened to Zo on YouTube before and decided to get his book to get all his "rants" in one place. He has given a lot of thought to what he says and makes a lot of sense. If you don't agree with him but remain a little open-minded then you can appreciate where he comes from and what he says. Zo is great showing fault in the liberal narrative Heard about this book through Zo's Youtube videos. A very entertaining and thought provoking take on conservatism vs. liberalism. He is very good at creating analogies that make the point in an entertaining way. The chapter on religion was a little much for me to get through, but the rest of the book was thoroughly enjoyable. Loved it! I loved listening to this guy on youtube and I was happy to find his book brought all the best parts of his show into one place. He is well researched and does a good job making sure that his message is very clear to all that listen. I wish we could get everyone in this country to listen to his book all the way through. There would be many who would chose to continue in their ways I am sure, but I can't help but feel it would greatly change the direction this country is going in for the good as many would find a change of heart. Great listen! Would you listen to Weapon of A.S.S. Destruction again? Why? Most likely I'll listen to it again. Mr. Rachel presents his conservativism with intelligence, reason and passion.

Istanbul Audiobook by Bettany Hughes

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Bettany Hughes) — Fri, 17 Feb 2017 08:31:56 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Istanbul Subtitle: A Tale of Three Cities Author: Bettany Hughes Narrator: Bettany Hughes Format: Unabridged Length: 24 hrs and 39 mins Language: English Release date: 02-17-17 Publisher: Orion Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your Library section along with the audio. Istanbul has always been a place where stories and histories collide and crackle, where the idea is as potent as the historical fact. From the Qu'ran to Shakespeare, this city with three names - Byzantium, Constantinople, Istanbul - resonates as an idea and a place and overspills its boundaries - real and imagined. Standing as the gateway between the East and West, it has served as the capital of the Roman, Byzantine, Latin and Ottoman Empires. For much of its history, it was known simply as The City, but, as Bettany Hughes reveals, Istanbul is not just a city but a story. In this epic new biography, Hughes takes us on a dazzling historical journey through the many incarnations of one of the world's greatest cities. As the longest-lived political entity in Europe, over the last 6,000 years Istanbul has absorbed a mosaic of microcities and cultures all gathering around the core. At the latest count, archaeologists have measured 42 human habitation layers. Phoenicians, Genoese, Venetians, Jews, Vikings and Azeris all called a patch of this earth their home. Based on meticulous research and new archaeological evidence, this captivating portrait of the momentous life of Istanbul is visceral, immediate and scholarly narrative history at its finest. Members Reviews: Greeks, Romans, Ottomans and the World's Desire Bettany Hughes' Istanbul: A Tale of Three Cities (2016) enthusiastically relates the three main manifestations of the Queen of Cities: Greek Byzantium (c. 679 BC to AD 330), Roman Constantinople (c. AD 330-1453), and Ottoman Istanbul (c. AD 1453-on). She's written "A personal, physical journey. . . to comprehend both the city and ourselves." She succeeds by covering the major internal and external historical and cultural forces, events, and figures related to the city over the eras (e.g., the wars between Greece and Persia, the development of the Roman Empire, the rise and spread of Christianity and Islam, the route of the Silk Road), as well as by incorporating recent archeological finds (e.g., a 2015 shopping center construction near Vienna revealing a well-preserved camel from the Ottoman siege of 1683) and contemporary developments (e.g., Syrian refugees walking the ancient Roman Via Egnatia). She vividly presents exotic past cultures, events, artifacts, and people and connects the history to our own lives here and now. For Hughes, Istanbul is "A place where stories and histories collide and crackle; a city that fosters ideas and information to spin her own memorial. A prize that meant as much as an abstraction, as a dream, as it did as a reality.

The Post-American Presidency Audiobook by Pamela Geller, Robert Spencer

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Pamela Geller) — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 02:03:29 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Post-American Presidency Subtitle: The Obama Administration's War on America Author: Pamela Geller, Robert Spencer Narrator: Mel Foster Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 07-27-10 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 40 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Widely popular conservative blogger Pamela Geller and New York Times best-selling author Robert Spencer team up for this battle cry about the damage being done by the current administration's policies to the institution of the American presidency. Critic Reviews: "Sheer brilliance! The ultimate patriot's handbook. Sharp, well-written and to-the-point.... No true American's library will be complete without this book." (Brad Thor, New York Times best-selling author of Foreign Influence) Members Reviews: The real truth behind the Obama administration Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? I would recommend this book to every American. It reveals, explains and clarifies what Obama and the left have in mind on how to destroy America What did you like best about this story? The clarity and the documentation of the deceit behind the socialist curtain for Americas future What about Mel Fosters performance did you like? Informative and it's clarity If you could give The Post-American Presidency a new subtitle, what would it be? THE HIDDEN AGENDA AND DECEPTION OF THE OBAMA ADMINISTRATION Very interesting loved every minute of this book, a little far reaching at times when trying to expand on ideas. the facts covered are very chilling and insightful. I wish more coverage of the truth contained in this book would trickle into the way Obama is shown in the media. well read and recorded, a pleasure to listen to. a couple glitches about 2/3 of the way in but that may have just been my tablet. this book was worth every cent.

Summary of In Trump We Trust: by Ann Coulter Audiobook by Instaread

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Instaread) — Tue, 27 Sep 2016 14:11:44 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Summary of In Trump We Trust: by Ann Coulter Subtitle: Includes Analysis Author: Instaread Narrator: Dwight Equitz Format: Unabridged Length: 21 mins Language: English Release date: 09-27-16 Publisher: Instaread Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: In Trump We Trust is conservative pundit Ann Coulter's wholehearted endorsement of Donald Trump in his bid for the presidency in 2016. While Coulter acknowledges that Trump may not be the polished candidate of the Republican Party's dreams, she supports him as the only person who can save conservative America and bring its values into the White House. Given the current media ecology, only a person with the audacity and resources of a man like Trump will be able to finally speak for the average, Republican voter who has long felt alienated by the GOP's image as the establishment party of the rich and well-connected. Without needing to rely on the traditional funding sources for Republican candidates, Trump has been able to make statements that no other GOP leader would dare say aloud, despite how popular these sentiments have proven to be with voters. Please note: This is key takeaways and analysis of the book and not the original book. Members Reviews: WHETHER YOU LOVE OR HATE TRUMP HAS ABSOLUTELY ZERO RELEVANCE ON THIS "INSTAREAD OVERVIEW" OF COULTERS BOOK. This is an overview of the actual book âIn Trump We Trust.â Kind of like an abbreviated âCliff's Notesâ for the FULL book. It provides a potential reader enough information regarding the bookâs content to determine if we want to invest the extra money and time to actually buy and read the entire book. ATTENTION !!!! This book and my review you are reading here, take absolutely no political position on either Trump, the Republican Party or politics of ANY flavor. At .99 cents, this Instaread summary is simply an overview of the key takeaways from controversial pundit Ann Coulter's most recent foray into the 2016 Presidential Election. This outline is a good value for potential readers and one of the reasons I have personally found âInstareadâ to be a very useful service. Conservative values and arguments "In Trump We Trust: E Pluribus Awesome!" is conservative pundit Ann Coulter's wholehearted endorsement of Donald Trump in his bid for the presidency in 2016. While Coulter acknowledges that Trump may not be the polished candidate of the Republican Party's dreams, she supports him as the only person who can save conservative America and bring its values into the White House. With a title like that, there is probably no way I would pick up the original book by Ann Coulter. But this summary by Instaread dissects the politically-charged book with an unbiased perspective. Instaread includes 8 key takeaways that highlight the most important aspects of "In Trump We Trust" and defend Coulter's argument. These points are exactly what I needed, because I frankly can't trust our presidential candidate. But I digress, this summary was great and gave me the ammunition I need in our presidential race. I was given a copy of this book to review. Why is Trump Popular? If you are wondering why Donald Trump has gained popularity with Republicans this summary gives great insight. The book is an endorsement for Donald Trump by author Ann Coulter and she states why Trump is appealing to Republicans despite his personality flaws. The summary gives a quick overview of the book and then lists and analyzes eight key takeaways that highlight the main points of the book. I found the summary to be well organized and interesting to read.

The Prosecution of George W. Bush for Murder Audiobook by Vincent Bugliosi

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Vincent Bugliosi) — Mon, 26 May 2008 17:04:53 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Prosecution of George W. Bush for Murder Author: Vincent Bugliosi Narrator: Marc Cashman Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 39 mins Language: English Release date: 05-26-08 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 174 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: With what he believes is overwhelming evidence that President Bush took the nation to war in Iraq under false pretenses - a war that has caused great loss of life, cost this nation close to $1 trillion, and alienated most of our allies in the Western world - Bugliosi argues that it is George W. Bush who must be held accountable for what Bugliosi considers to be monumental crimes. In this groundbreaking book, Bugliosi, in his inimitable style, presents a powerful case against the man in the oval office. Members Reviews: Well argued, insightful and thought provoking! This book is a must-read to all consciencious Americans, and students of logical thinking. Bugliosi has built a tight, fact-based case against a criminal President. The well-researched information provided in this book, supported by Bugliosi's experience as a successful prosecutor, helps elevate an average reader to the level of a critical observer. I find my own evaluation and thinking (or lack thereof) of events post Sept 11 being challenged, and challenged well. The audio is an interesting listen. The narrator does a great job presenting material. Not a moment of boredom. Very disappointing Bugliosi gained a lot of cred in my mind, with 'Helter Skelter' and even more so 'Reclaiming History..'. So I had high hopes for what I felt was a well-deserved reckoning for the father of the nightmare this country had to endure for the last 8 years and the aftermath from which we now have to resurrect our country's moral compass, for ourselves and in the eyes of the rest of the world. I expected a cool, concise and most of all convincing justification for such an audacious title - along the lines of 'Reclaiming History..'. This, however was way too much of an emotional rant; a rambling and sputtering gripe-session, so biased, and often distracted by irrelevant details, as to actually detract from the meaningful, and critical material that's being laid out. This was more like listening to a kind of bizarro Rush Limbaugh or Ann Coulter (and Cashman's subtle impersonation of Bush when reading his quotes doesn't help much in this regard). I'm glad he wrote it, but wish his publisher had held him to a higher standard, telling him to turn down the bile, and steering him away from issues like academy award-winning rap songs, sexual promiscuity amongst the younger generation, or chronicling Bush's 'happiness' in casual press conferences. Bugliosi's anger is justifiable; his base premise is spot-on. But the curmudgeonly background noise and judgmental tangents he slogs through have unwittingly framed them as the bitter rantings of a pissed-off grandfather talking about 'kids these days'. Criticism aside, I admire his courage, and still think there is a fundamental need for true justice and reconciliation if America to right itself. To that end and in the spirit of 'Prosecution' I highly recommend reading Scott Horton's essay in Harper's Dec '08: Justice after Bush: Prosecuting an outlaw administration. I generally like your work Mr. B, but this one needs a serious makeover to achieve its ambitions. Disappointed Premise of book could have been interesting, but author killed it with Quote and End Quote notations.

Imperial Ambitions Audiobook by Noam Chomsky

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Noam Chomsky) — Thu, 22 Sep 2005 17:03:00 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Imperial Ambitions Subtitle: Conversations on the Post-9/11 World (Unabridged Selections) Author: Noam Chomsky Narrator: Noam Chomsky, David Barsamian Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 51 mins Language: English Release date: 09-22-05 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 144 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: Barsamian, recipient of the ACLU's Upton Sinclair Award for independent journalism, has conducted more interviews and radio broadcasts with Chomsky than has any other journalist. Enriched by their unique rapport, Imperial Ambitions explores topics Chomsky has never before discussed, among them the 2004 presidential campaign and election, the future of Social Security, and the increasing threat, including devastating weather patterns, of global warming. The result is an illuminating dialogue with one of the leading thinkers of our time, and a startling picture of the turbulent times in which we live. Critic Reviews: "How did we ever get to be an empire? The writings of Noam Chomsky, America's most useful citizen, are the best answer to that question." (The Boston Globe) Members Reviews: A must-have in your listening library Noam Chomsky has important things to say about world affairs, the American government's role in them, in particular. His books, though well-researched and informative, can be a bit overwhelming to a lot of readers, myself included. This series of interviews with David Barsamian, an obvious admirer of Chomsky's, is a great introduction to what Chomsky has to say and what citizens need to do to improve the world we live in. Excluding the first interview, which is done over the phone, the sound quality is very good to excellent. I Must Be A Crying, Anti-American, Groupie The three negative reviews state that Chomsky: 1) "cries" and "bashes" the "civilzed world," "thinks he's cool," and has "hordes of mindless, gullible groupies;" 2) "drones about 'America- the real enemy;" and 3) is an "idiot" and "danger to the civilized world." A mirror image of these people on the left would say they are Right-Wing, Ultra-nationalistic, likely relgious, gun-toting fundamentalists, anti-gay, anti-choice and blindly patriotic. I, on the other hand, would just like to point out the kind of vocabulary used by these reviewers compaared to the others who say it was a "great book" because Chomsky "says it as it is." Instead of bashing the Right Wing and the evangelists, these reviewers present clear and logical thoughts of why it is a good book. The others point to 'hordes, idiots, crying, groupies and a repetitive "danger to the civlized world." Personally, one of the things I liked about the book is that the questions were good and the answers were better. And it was not read, but live. I have listened to this book twice already - because the information is important and I don't have a memory like Chomsky's. His thoughts and resources are truly unique- gathering and presenting information that is hard to come by in this day and age. Now ask yourself: would the world be better off if everyone was like him and the reviewers that thought about what they wrote or would the world be better off if we were all like the others who call names and refer to themselves as civilized in the process? The scary, honest truth Chomsky is one of the best political writers out there and this book does a great job in summarizing many of his beliefs through some of the interviews he's taken throughout the years.

Stealth Jihad Audiobook by Robert Spencer

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Robert Spencer) — Fri, 09 Jan 2009 05:50:34 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Stealth Jihad Subtitle: How Radical Islam Is Subverting America without Guns or Bombs Author: Robert Spencer Narrator: Lloyd James Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 33 mins Language: English Release date: 01-09-09 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 77 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: They are all pawns in a stealth holy war, unwittingly advancing the jihadist agenda not by violence but through endeavors designed to acclimate and subject us to Islamic law - just the way Osama bin Laden wants it. In Stealth Jihad, best-selling author Robert Spencer exposes how a silent but lethal movement is advancing on the United States and calls upon Americans to resist it - before it's too late. Members Reviews: Intro to the Radical Islamic Agenda for America The implications of Spencer's book, at first glance, struck me as alarmist hyperbole designed to sell books to a fearful audience. However with careful documentation of the subject matter and a persuasive writing style, he carefully makes his points without the use of the fear mongering rhetoric that I had feared prior to purchasing this audiobook. The narrator, Lloyd James, was an excellent choice. His voice is authoritative, yet not condescending. He reads with an even tone and cadence that contributed to the perception that this book was a reasoned, factual documentary of the radical Islamic agenda for the United States. Unfortunately, it is precisely the fact that this book is a well-documented, reasoned, and calmly presented account of its topic, and not a shrill, anti-Islamic diatribe, that make its conclusions all the more frightening for our nation's future. This book's implications are an unpleasant reality that must be understood and confronted by the American public. Put this selection on your "must read" (listen) list. Objective Approach = Slight Disappointment Before I go into a detailed review, please note that this book is not my normal read. Coming from a background in mathematics, I applaud deductive reasoning and cold logic. Likewise, I try to stay away from emotionally driven political or religious attack topics. If a person supports their arguments over-and-over again with "if they did this, then it obviously means they did that" or "doing this means they support that", I tend to get annoyed. The reason I purchased this book was because I have absolutely no clue about the reasoning or the history behind the recent increase in terrorism. In fact, I am not even certain that it is an increase. I was hoping this book would explore those avenues to provide me with a clearer understanding of the historical perspective surrounding the "Jihad" crisis. If you have read any reviews of this book, or if you read the title, then you are probably asking yourself why I would read this versus something a bit more academic. Well, the reviews were relatively high and I have never read anything along the lines of the genre before. I figured it was a decent starting point. If you're looking for a book that outlines the reasoning behind the current Islamic terror strikes, then this is NOT a proper book for you. Now that I have that out of the way. How was the book? Well, the author knows his business when it comes to the key players and groups who have funded anything even remotely related to the Islamic terror organizations. I learned quite a bit there. As far as facts, he states them clearly, but frequently embellishes them with dysphemisms. I found it exhausting at times to hear his leaps in logic, and I certainly wish he would stick with facts only (those alone are pretty persuasive).

The Wilderness Audiobook by McKay Coppins

biacuaduc@gmail.com (McKay Coppins) — Tue, 01 Dec 2015 11:60:15 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/360/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Wilderness Subtitle: Deep Inside the Republican Party's Combative, Contentious, Chaotic Quest to Take Back the White House Author: McKay Coppins Narrator: John Glouchevitch Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 28 mins Language: English Release date: 12-01-15 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 99 votes Genres: Nonfiction, Politics Publisher's Summary: The explosive story of the Republican Party's intensely dramatic and fractious efforts to find its way back to unity and national dominance. After the 2012 election, the GOP was in the wilderness. Lost and in disarray. And doggedly determined to do whatever it took to get back to 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue. McKay Coppins has had unparalleled access to Republican presidential candidates, power brokers, lawmakers, and Tea Party leaders. Based on more than 300 interviews, The Wilderness is the book that opens up the party like never before: the deep passions, larger-than-life personalities, and dagger-sharp power plays behind the scenes. In wildly colorful scenes, this exclusive look into the Republican Party at a pivotal moment in its history follows a cast of its rising stars, establishment figures, and loudmouthed insurgents - Jeb Bush, Chris Christie, Ted Cruz, Carly Fiorina, Bobby Jindal, Rand Paul, Marco Rubio, Paul Ryan, Donald Trump, Scott Walker, and dozens of others - as they battle over the future of the party and its path to the presidency. Members Reviews: Interesting and Alarming An interesting look inside the dynamics of the early formation of the Republican field for the 2016 presidential election. The author seems to focus on the relationships between the candidates as they cynically try to crush each other. In doing this he gives a pass to the self-idolizing backstories each of them (via political aides and themselves) have worked in to his book. He also lets zany republican talking points spouted by the candidates go unchecked. But it was still interesting and illuminating because by sticking to the facts and even hewing to the version of events presented by each candidate's camp, it shows how cynical, damaged and delusional each and every one of these possible future presidents really is. I would be interested in reading a part 2 that covers the primaries and the election. Well written if perhaps a little choppy at times. Perfectly narrated. Recommended for lefties and right wingers alike. Oh and independents like me! Fascinating Read A unique and interesting read, chock-full of stories and interviews you can't get anywhere else. Very well done. Fascinating back stories The political drama recounted by Coppins is of the highest quality. I didn't want it to end. It is a must-read for anyone who wants to make sense of the 2016 GOP primary circus. Just the facts! Great stories. If you could sum up The Wilderness in three words, what would they be? Neutral. Human. Fact based. Who was your favorite character and why? I got to know each of the Republican candidates and was most surprised by the story of Jeb Bush & Paul Ryan. Jeb, because he IS so different from his family of origin - very appealing. Paul Ryan, because he actually walks the walk, doesn't just bluster his way around on a bunch of hot air. I hope he will lead the GOP over to his way of thinking - I might even become a Republican!! Which scene was your favorite? When Paul Ryan worked in the "trenches" with addicts in recovery. If you could give The Wilderness a new subtitle, what would it be? who they are & where they come from At first I liked it but lost a bit of interest with emphasis on the dropped-out Jindal, and never-ran Paul Ryan. Meanwhile ...