The Real America: Messages From The Heart and Heartland [BARGAIN PRICE] (Hardcover)

by Glenn Beck (Author) "In my faith we have temples, and they are kept spotless and clean..." (more)
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There are some things people think but don't say....

"Political correctness is the classic Great Idea Gone Wrong. All it's done is shut us up. It hasn't changed anybody's mind. It hasn't changed our hearts. It's changed our faces. It's taken every opinion we have, it's taken every joke we have, and it's forced us to conceal it and hide it and bury it. It's made us superficial."

"Terrorism isn't caused by poverty, poverty is caused by terrorism. Terror is a tool used by those seeking power to keep the masses in need of an answer."

"Too many people blame everything on everybody else, and because they do, they will expect too little from themselves and too little from their children." Glenn Beck says all that, and more.

As one of the most listened to nationally syndicated radio talk-show hosts and the driving force behind the Rallies for America, Glenn Beck entertains, inspires, and informs millions of listeners. In The Real America, Beck continues to tell it like it really is, cutting through the fog of modern-day pundits and pontificators who have made it their mission to undermine and underestimate the greatness of America, our strength as Americans, and the power of the American spirit.

With his inimitable combination of self-effacing humor and heartfelt conviction, Glenn rails against many of the forces that keep us from our potential as a nation and as individuals -- and tells how to overcome them. His topics include:

• Family and community
• Politics
• Personal responsibility
• Race relations
• Religion
• Political correctness, the media, Hollywood, and celebrities
• Abortion and the deat
• penalty
• Alcohol and drugs
• Why I wave the flag

Glenn Beck's compelling message in The Real America echoes the ideas he has delivered to thousands of people with his groundbreaking Rallies for America: Once we connect with our power individually, we can empower others -- and then we can be as great and as grand as we have always wanted to be as a person, as a people, and as a nation. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

About the Author
Glenn Beck is the host and star of The Glenn Beck Program, a daily radio talk show based out of Philadelphia, and syndicated on more than 130 stations across the U.S. and Canada. His agenda ranges from political issues and current affairs to personal revelations. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 256 pages
• Publisher: Pocket Books (September 1, 2003)
• ISBN-10: 0743486331
• ASIN: B00025G3FY
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 5.9 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 15.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 3.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (198 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #840,741 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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107 of 125 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Some People Don't Read...or Listen, October 19, 2003

By	S. Glowacki "s3k" (Baldwinsville, NY United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: The Real America: Messages From The Heart and Heartland (Hardcover)

First off..the "dog killing" joke that aired on his show and web site - can you say analogy? It was meant as a piece of biting, brutal and angry satire - meant to emphasize the hypocrisy regarding the removal of Terry Schindler Schiavo's feeding tube -A Florida woman who has lived as an invalid since suffering massive brain damage several years ago (for more information on T.S. Schiavo see her family's website...or just open a newspaper). Second, get over yourselves, that are all offended about the joke - Yes, animial cruelty is despicable and should be condemned, but human life is no less precious...let's at least take the wax out of our ears and make an effort to be well informed.

Ok...now that I got that out of the way! I gave the book 4 out of 5 stars mostly because I really wanted to read more! I don't agree with Mr. Beck 100% on everything, but I do admit that he is well spoken, intelligent and well informed. Some people are under the mistaken impression that he is another right wing extremist - but I encourage you to read (and I mean READ) his book and listen to a few of his radio shows...you will see a man that struggles with many of the same questions we all do. I also admire his unabashed patriotism, the depth of his faith and his razor sharp humor. This worth the read, you won't agree with all of it - but after all, what good does it do anyone to only expose themselves to things they agree with?

18 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Real America - Where I want to live., November 24, 2004

By	IlRegisto (Savannah, Georgia) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Real America: Messages From The Heart and Heartland (Hardcover)

If you read all of the positive reviews of the book, you will see how people agree with the points of view expressed here and find themselves inspried by Beck. The negitive reviews however are just bashing Beck as an offspring of Limbaugh, political rhetoric gone wrong. Sort of the same meantily of Election 2004, voting for Kerry because he is not Bush. People claim that this should never have been published.

Ironic that it's the same people who rally behind the ACLU and demand Freedom of Speech.

The fact is is that the reviews of this book prove one of Becks points. I dont believe, and neither does he, that liberals are evil. Liberal and conservatives just have a different sense of policy, not principle (to quote from his show). Beck longs for the ideal, utopian America. An America where people are accountable for their actions. An America where no matter what your political affiliation, you are still an American with just a different point of view, indulging in your right to have that point of view.

And who can argue with that America.

A little too idealistic, possibly. But could it hurt to try. In this book, if you read between the lines, you will find that if there is anyone it is meant to offend, it is those who oppose the values of responsibility, accountability, and logic.

This might give some insight in to the mean spirited reviews.

Liberal or conservative - doesnt matter. This is worth taking a look... but only with an open mind. For if you enter this read with a narrowminded view of the world, you are going to end up like the miserable people who gave this book 1 star crying about a right wing conspiracy. If you dont like what this book has to offer, throw it away. If you do find it useful, it's just one more tool in your tool box of life. And whats wrong with that?

In the Real America... nothing.

14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book, June 23, 2004

By	Colleen Helm (Marlton, NJ) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: The Real America: Messages from the Heart and Heartland (Audio CD)

I couldn't put this book down. Although I may not agree completely with Glenn's views, I can respect his opinions. This book has inspired me in my personal and professional life. Glenn writes from his heart. I definetely recommend anyone to buy this book!