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The Terrible Truth About Liberals

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When people think conservative talk radio, they immediately think of Rush Limbaugh. The next thought that springs to mind is racist, evil, cold-hearted republicans. Well all of that is about to change with this book.

What Boortz conveys in this book is a simple, common sense approach to the differences between liberals and conservatives. Boortz spells out how the public has been mislead for so long and how the media aids in this game.

You'll see a clear picture of why we do not live in a democracy. You'll understand why social programs have perpetuated themselves for so long. You'll even understand how and why taxes are collected.

In the 166 pages of this book you will begin to understand what separates the liberal left from the conservative right. You can't lose by spending the [money] and by the way Neal is a Libertarian not a Republican, which makes the book all the better to read!

This book should be required reading for every American- It serves so many wonderful purposes: Learn what makes Liberals tick and how to diffuse such nastly little bombs! Learn the truth behind America's most popular Liberal myths! It doesn't quite slice-and-dice, but it does give the reader a good introduction into Liberal and Conservative thought.

Boortz starts with the most concise, clear explanation of the difference between liberals and conservatives I have yet to find anywhere. Though unfortunately short, it does manage to give you an excellent insight into the mindset of each group.

From there he proceeds to debunk classical liberal myths left-and-right, and offer up to the reader several suggestions on how to diffuse Liberal arguments without the slightest effort. Probably the best part of the book is a chapter in which he dictates his ideal college commencement speech to the reader. If only all graduates could listen to this thing, it's a perfect summary of Boortz's political thought, and better, a perfect lesson on why not to become a Liberal.

He tosses in a lot of humor and factual examples to accentuate and enforce his point, it's quite an easy and enjoyable read actually. And it's message is very powerful- if every Liberal were to read this book, i firmly believe their species would die out. It's a book they'll never read though, I'm afraid.. no pictures. One of the most efficient books I've ever read, in terms of strength of argument to shortness of length. You could read it in a couple of hours, but enjoy it's lessons for a lifetime. Bravo, Neal, bravo.

Before discovering Neal Boortz, I leaned too far to the left even to be classified as "liberal" in any sense. What makes Boortz's message stick is a level-headed objectiveness and a philosophy based upon hard facts rather than generalizations or "spin". As I am not a fan of the Rush Limbaugh style of blustery hoopla, I was struck by the fact that Boortz employs no gimmicks or chanting minions in getting his message across; instead of just attempting to elicit an emotional reaction (a common tool of both liberals AND conservatives who haven't done their homework), he has taken the time to present the reader with genuine information based upon years of extensive and non-partisan research.

As an author, Neal Boortz's style is as sardonic, engaging, and informative as his radio persona; whether you agree with him or not, it's tough not to listen. He is never dull or obtuse, and never leaves any stone unturned. And while he has written this book in a highly witty and accessible style, it is never condescending. One gets the sense that he does not underestimate the intelligence level of the general population. Pundits and sociologists could learn a lot from his approach.

The specifics which he has uncovered will astound you. ....

And if he still doesn't get through to you, don't put it down without at least reading the allegory in the last chapter; it gives the whole work a better finish than a fine wine.

This book is for those who love entertainment. Boortz vents his frustration with liberals in the book like he does on his radio shows. For those who listen to Boortz on talk radio, the book is a compilation of his views which he has expressed on his talk show. His commencement speech is the best. The only criticism I have is he seems to be fine with conservatives and Republicans. As a Libertarian, he needs to express his criticism with Republicans as well since both mainstream parties are corrupt.

Neal Boortz doesn't need a lot of pages to show that modern liberalism is harmful to America. He proves that most liberals want government controlling everything from the economy, schools, healthcare, and most depressingly, our lives. His main point in the book is that no one in America needs to be taken care of by the government. Our economy offers so much opportunity the anyone can make it no matter their race, class, sex, religion, etc. Boortz claims liberals want people poor and helpless so they can get the reputation as being compassionate. But, this ends up ruining lives and makes for a complacent and apathetic society. Boortz believes that ending entitlements and welfare will force people to become motivated and responsible.

The main theme you can derive from this book is that people should be free to use their own money, make decisions for themselves and their children, and be free of government's grasp. According to Boortz, liberalism is against what these principles stand for. And he's right.

Everyone should read this book even if you are liberal, conservative or other. This book will make you mad for sure - but in a good way. It will challenge what you think are your set of beliefs about how this country should be run. If you do not read this book, you are making a BIG mistake.

I once considered myself a liberal, until I realized what it was all about. Boortz's book is right on the money and true to life examples illustrate the idiocy of liberal logic (or illogic). As a former slacker, I once waited for the government to carry me, thought I would "fall into success" or win "life's lottery". I was once a bystander in the political process, content to let government run itself. The "Terrible Turth" was a real eye opener. It's the perfect kick in the rear for anyone who's afraid of being involved in politics or content to let liberals overrun our freedoms. Boortz's book puts everything into perspective. It's informative, funny, and downright inspiring. It's not the wealthy "I'm-better-than-you are" Republicans bashing Democrats or the partisan finger-pointing I thought it would be. It's just the truth.

I made it through this book in two brief reading sessions. While it plays to conservative fervor, any experienced right-winger will find very little new in characterization of liberals and their thinking. Yes, there was an occasional chuckle from a well turned phrase or original argument, but they were relatively few. The writing style is fairly low-brow; not of the quality of Limbaugh and others. The book does make a quick refresher to hone your repartee if you will be jousting with the dreaded big government supporters.

This is a great book that unapologetically says what needs to be said. It's a dose of tough love for the left. That said, I would like to respond to reviewer M.J. Nojonen who has put forth another leftist misinterpretation of this REPUBLIC's founding documents.

Contrary to what left wants people to believe, "promoting" the general welfare is NOT the same as "providing" it. A quick check of the dictionary will show that there is a clear difference between encouraging a service and supplying it. Every word of the founding documents was carefully and deliberately chosen and the use of the word "promote" was no exception.

So Neal is absolutely correct about the fact that our government was NEVER intended to provide social services such as education, healthcare, etc. The left's inability to understand why is due to an ignorance to the true meaning of the American Revolution.

Fortunately there is a cure for this type of ignorance, but only for those who are brave enough to confront reality and be honest with themselves. A careful reading of the book "DISCOVERY OF FREEDOM" by Rose Wilder Lane will provide a thorough understanding of the meaning of the American Revolution in the context of human history.
"DISCOVERY OF FREEDOM" is a very important, must read, that contains knowledge that few born into this world have had the good fortune to possess. Read it and you to shall become one of the few. Share it with others so the few can become the many.

It's baffling why leftists who are so sanctimoniously concerned about corporate monopolies welcome government monopolies as if they are somehow more altruistic or divine in nature. The left's contentment with receiving services from government monopolies is quite hypocritical, not to mention illogical. Monopolies produce low quality results at high prices and this is true whether the monopoly is a corporate or government entity.

Ever wonder why progress and technology has advanced further in the last 200 years than in all of the previous 5,000 years combined? It's generally because the first Americans broke free from the Old World (collectivist) ways of allowing some government entity to be their Nanny. The left wants to take us back to those dark ages, but true Americans (rugged individualists) have no need for a Nanny thank you.

Like his radio show, and daily web site (www.boortz.com), Neal nails the truth down that the Liberals hate you to hear.
Among the things he explains, is why there is such a disproportionant majority of Liberal teachers in our Colleges and Universities. He points to the 60's and the Draft Deferrments for college students that kept their grades up during the VietNam War.
By taking the non science courses that were easier, students could keep their grades high and maintain their deferrments. When they got their BA's, and the war was still going, they went on to get their MA's and PHD's-remaining in college as long as possible, until the war ended. Once it was over, there were few jobs available for their Liberal Arts degrees in the 'real world', and the only place open to them was academia as teachers.

I saw this happen with people I knew. One said to me "all my life I've fought the establishment, without much success, but now I'm teaching, and I've got their kids, and their minds are mine"!
His parents had the money to send him to Hofstra (doctors son) where he majored in Political Science. Mine didn't have the bucks and I got my draft notice. I enlisted instead for four years in the Navy. The GI Bill paid for my BS which did have a diverse job market in the real world.

Boortz pulls no punches, and his background as a lawyer, adds to his insight and Libertarian approach.

He teaches how Liberals identify everyone by their 'group membership' and avoid individualism. They talk in terms like the poor 'unfortunates' of society, as opposed to those 'more fortunate' Fortune is defined as an unexpected windfall. This ignores the hard work and sweat of those that make good choices in life. Liberals suggest that those that are 'fortunate' got it by cheating and stealing it from those that are 'less fortunate'.
Neal says most of those that don't make it are victims of themselves, poor life choices, not paying attention-doing homework in school, using drugs, getting pregnant underage.
Later on in life, they wind up looking for Gov't handouts in the form of entitlement programs which are Socialistic redistributation of wealth, by taking the earners tax dollars and giving it to the ne'er do wells to buy votes.

His other book- "The Commencement Speech You Need to Hear" is good too.