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Right from the Heart: The ABC's of Reality in America

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A Masterpiece!
Reviewer: A reader from New York, United States
To say that this is an informative easy read is to grossly understate the
facts. I have been a lifelong democrat...ok a liberal democrat. I always
just assume that all of these guys are just Rush Limbaugh clones, all
singing from his hymnal. A friend of mine convinced me to read this book and
I must admit...I have started to re-think some of my views. This guy states
his opinion & gives you the FACTS to back it up...it's hard to dispute what
he says. I'm still a democrat (notice I left the "d" lower case), but no
longer consider myself a liberal...I can't believe it myself...READ THIS
BOOK!

In his review of this book (below), hanuan67 from Seattle has obviously not read 'Right From The Heart' by Phil Valentine. I have, and I found it to be at once provocative and extremely accurate. With the way his arguments are laid out, Valentine makes it impossible to dispute the case he makes on each subject. If liberals would spend less time blindly attacking and more time actually reading this book we would all be better for it. This is a must buy. Put it in your shopping cart and head for the checkout!

Upon reading the title of the first chapter("AIDS has a cure. It's called abstinence."),I knew I was in for a no-holds-barred book that would refuse to skirt any of the sacred cows of the day. Phil Valentine pulls no punches while mercilessly debunking liberalism and its terribly flawed ideology with a veritable myriad of salient talking points. I found this book to be a keeper and a great reference for winning oratory war with my liberal friends.

For starters, Valentine denounces the Carter and Clinton peace accord with North Korea for what it was - "a colossal failure." Valentine masterfully refutes the global warming paranoia for what it is - "junk science." "One volcanic eruption alone can spew forth more so-called greenhouse gases into the atmosphere than this country has produced in its entire history, yet Mother Nature seems to absorb them without batting an eye."

Valentine writes a truly deserving chapter on The Great Communicator and his triumph over communism. Contrary to liberal popular opinion, Valentine writes, communism did not just arbitrarily "find the ash heap of history." Trust but verify and peace through strength are more than empty phrases that liberals abhor; they're powerful rallying cries and words to live by. Valentine pillories affirmative action for what it is - quotas that discriminate by race. Valentine states, "You don't right the wrongs of the past by wronging the people of the present." Also in Valentine's sights are the fatuous liberal cornerstones of political correctness, higher taxes, union collectivism, lax immigration standards(or lack thereof), atheism, welfare, gun banning, abortion, a weak military, and apathetic national security - just to name a few. Valentine writes a winner that every conservative(and liberal for that matter) should read. It may even change a liberal's inane thinking process. Wait - I forgot. Liberals are categorically devoid of logic.

"The only thing that deters aggression by your enemies is a strong military. Churchill and Reagan understood that. Chamberlain and Clinton didn't."

Phil Valentine has a wonderful writing style and explains everything so clearly. His arguments cannot be disputed. I had to re-read parts of it because it was so well written!! Every teenager should read it before they head off to one of our many liberal colleges.

Last year a respected friend and colleague sent me a letter of encouragement regarding a professional project which I had endeavored to promote for the good of persons afflicted with a particularly debilitating illness. Much discouragement must be faced and laid aside in any persistent, virtuous effort in the service of mankind. At the close of the letter, my friend imparted this universal truth as he quoted Voltaire by saying, "[Brian] Nothing can withstand the assault of sustained thinking."

That is the essence of Phil Valentine's book, Right from the Heart. Phils thinking is sustained by correct Constitutional and moral principles. He successfully, precisely asserts the necessity of maintaining the foundational standards upon which these 50 United States were built following the American Revolutionary War and separation from the tyrannical empire of Great Britain.

Anyone who knows Phil personally or faithfully listens to his talk radio program on 1510 WLAC AM, Nashville (See www.philvalentine.com and www.wlac.com) knows he is honest, straightforward and substantially well informed about the moral and political issues that face modern Americans. He correctly and with sound documentation refutes the Marxist economic and secular humanist theories and social sophistries espoused by modern liberals, honestly and directly confronts the root causes of unrest and civil strife in the United States, and accurately and nobly defends the right of decent, hardworking Americans to live in a country that is friendly to liberty, centered in morality and wholesome family life, and respectful of the Constitutional limits that ought to be observed by contemporary political parties, activist organizations, and individual citizens.

He boldly refutes the lies of the agnostic and atheist secular humanists and fringe fanatics in the various socialist special interest groups and yet is humble enough to admit his mistakes, unlike many liberal idealogues who offer no sense of hope or optimism to the average citizen. He offers suggested solutions to societal ills that have been proven to work throughout history and reminds all of us that none of us are so intelligent that we can outwit GOD with our elitist intellectual subterfuge.

His book is written in simple, cogent language, and is backed up by irrefutable evidence which he gathered over years in the service of the audience and fellow citizens that he so dearly loves.

Mr. Valentine has renewed my hope in the American Dream and bravely stood with those of us who still labor and imagine in the mainstream of moral decency and personal responsibility that has always been the defining character of the blessed people so privileged to live in the greatest republic in world hitory, The United States of America!
His critics teeth gnashing and hollow tongue gnawing, or emotional reasoning, melts like frost exposed the bright white light of factual truths enwrapped in eternal, indestructible principles of truth and virtue.

With cheerful resolve,

Brian K. Welch,

Nashville, Tennessee

As a regular listener of Phil's show in Nashville, I can say that "Right From the Heart" gives those people who are not able to listen on the radio or on-line the core of Phil's philosophy in an extremely well organized, easy to read volume. This book serves as a bible of current conservative thought and addresses most of the significant social, political, and philosophical issues of our time in a clear, easy to understand manner. This book is for all who have outgrown the "If you're young and not a liberal, you don't have a heart" stage and have, or want to move into the "If you're older and not a conservative, you don't have a brain" stage of their lives.

Phil Valentine pulls no punches in addressing the issues facing our society. In a refreshing non-PC style, Valentine reveals the facts of life in politics, religion, and society. Facts and common sense intertwined with a conversational style make this book a winner. Even the most liberal reader will be forced to contemplate Valentine's offerings. From the Republican passage of the 1964 Civil Rights act to Jefferson's actual wording of "church and state" to the true identity of many anti-war actvists, Valentine exposes facts that many have never known or acknowledged.

This is an excellent book that clearly defines the difference between the thinking,action,desires,motivation and principles of Liberals and Concervatives. The differences are clear and not debatable since the actions of people on the opposite sides of these approaches,have proved it over and over again.
The real point of this book is that it does not take a stand,but it is up to each individual to learn the facts and then to do their own thinking;and make their own choice in what you think is the best approach to take in your decisions in dealing with the issues which confront you on a daily basis.
In other words,there are clear differences and you must make your own choices.
You are going to find a lot of things in this book that may surprise you;but if you doubt some of the things said;there are ample references given for you to follow up and see if the facts are correct or otherwise.
If you have done any amount of living,you will,or at least should,have learned by now that there are no "Free Lunches" and anyone who promises them,any system that offers them,etc;is simply stringing you a line. The one and only one who is going to have your interest at heart is you and nobody else.
What you must do is decide to take responsibility for your own well being,motivate yourself to educate yourself and set a course on the lifestyle that will suit yourself and your aspirations.To buy into the idea that the government,politicians,the company,or any other organization is better equiped,and have any intent of taking care of you is an approach that will serve them---but not you.
Valentine makes no doubt about it that he has chosen the conservative values to build upon.He has shown why.He also shows the liberal choices with the same issues.
What one must do is make their own choice.However;that choice must be made based on an understanding of the differences;not what the media,your school,politicians,or even friends or family tell you.
There is an old saying ,"God helps those who help themselves".This is always the case ,be it in times of prosperity or times if adversity. Katrina ,and what happened in New Orleans,aught to convince you.

I listen to the Phil Valentine show every chance I get. The book and radio show have opened my eyes to liberalism and the problems therein. The mainstream media will not tell the truth like Phil does. Phil uses facts to support his arguments. I recommend this book to anyone seeking the truth and common sense.
A-Z one of the top conservative books on the market.

This book is one of the best books I have ever read. Phil Valentine states nothing but the facts and, for many folks who have a hard time thinking logically (like a couple of the previous reviewers, who obviously have not read the book), it really breaks everything down in an excellent format. Whether you're conservative, liberal, or middle of the road, you'll feel enlightened after reading this book! From illegal immigrants to foriegn policy, Phil Valentine hit the nail on the head! Buy this book right now and don't miss out!!